Q1 2015 Archives

Sweet Siren Smells of Coral and Seaweed

February 1, 2015 Naomi Lubick

Reefs smell. No, really! A healthy reef sends out attractive scents attracting a population of reef builders and dwellers. These newcomers are vital to the success of a reef.

The sweet reef scents have brought all the fish to the yard. They are surrounding coral outcroppings

Sargassum

February 1, 2015 Brian LaPointe, Ph.D.

Sargassum is highly dynamic and continuously circulates between the Sargasso Sea, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico and Gulf Stream. The floating sargassum vegetation creates a unique habitat for ocean life. Learn more.

A woman is holding a sargassum plant in each hand.

DAN Member Profile: Jon Landau

February 1, 2015

Jon Landau is an avid scuba diver and DAN member. He’s traveled the world for dive destinations, but his favorite will always be the Florida Keys. Read more about Landau.

Jon Landau watches a goliath grouper in Key Largo, Fla.

Step Away from the Computer

February 1, 2014

Sitting all day can have adverse affects on the body — including the weakening of certain muscles. Here are some great stretches and exercises to add into your day to strengthen those muscles.

Woman leans on a chair about to thrust her hips into air

In the Company of Squid

February 1, 2015 Ned and Anna DeLoach

Squid are fascinating sea critters. They’re colorful, playful and can be found throughout the world’s oceans. Learn more about the inky squid.

Tabata Training

February 1, 2015 Jessica B. Adams, Ph.D.

Tabata workouts are quick and effective. In just four minutes, you can greatly boost your cardio aerobic and muscular health. Learn more about Tabata training and score a great workout.

A female personal trainer is crawling into plank position

Florida’s Blue Heron Bridge

February 1, 2015 Chris Parsons

Blue Heron Bridge in Florida has a wide diversity of sea critters that thrive in these waters. It’s a place loved by new and seasoned divers. Learn more about diving “the bridge.”

Loggerhead turtle looks woefully at camera

Diving in a Drop of Water

February 1, 2015 Sarah Egner, Marine Resources Development Foundation, Photos by Frazier Nivens

Plankton are fascinating critters and are critical in keeping our oceans healthy. There is wide diversity amongst plankton. Learn more about plankton.

A blue larval bristle worm has creepy legs

Trust the Experts

February 1, 2015 Michael L. Weiss

DAN saved a person’s life when a local hyperbaric chamber facility refused service. Putting their hands and full trust into DAN, they were thankfully able to get life-saving treatments somewhere else. Read more about this DAN member.

A sad-looking man rests in a hyperbaric chamber. He's torso and legs are covered by a white blanket and he's wearing a blue hospital gown.

Diving Out of Bounds

February 1, 2015

Expedition diving varies, but ultimately, they are complex adventures that require months of preparations and a team of dedicated individuals. Learn more about expedition diving.