Q1 2015 Archives

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

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.

Expedition diver gets hosted out of water and back aboard the boat vessel

CPR

February 1, 2015 Scott Smith, EMT-P, DMT

CPR is a vital tool in saving a life, but the guidelines change about every five years. DAN experts discuss the changing CPR requirements and techniques. Learn more about how to perform life-saving CPR.

Group of people gather around a purple yoga mat to learn CPR techniques

Choosing Safety

February 1, 2015 Karl Shreeves

What does a culture of dive safety look like in today’s recreational diving? Read one expert’s thoughts as he dissects an ideal safety culture.

Dragons, Pygmies and Mantas

February 1, 2015 Stephen Frink

Komodo National Park is brimming with critters — both above and below the water. One diver calls it a “wonderland.” Read more about diving the breathtaking Komodo.

Proactive & Prepared

February 1, 2015 Bob Hathaway

When emergency response is made as accessible and efficient as possible, it’s much easier for divers to embrace the culture of dive safety. Divers are more apt to remind each other to be cautious and to watch out for each other with increased vigilance.

Alert Diver Issue: Q1 2015