Diving Dry
Drysuits offer a range of thermal protections that go far beyond wetsuits. They are an indispensable tool for divers, but do require additional trainings. Read more about drysuits.
Alert Diver Issue: Q4 2009
Graduation Day
At a graduation ceremony, a scuba instructor, who is also a DAN member, had to unexpectedly put their skills into action. Quick thinking helped saved a life.
Collapsed Lung and Diving
DAN Medics answer your diving questions.
Quick Comeback
A scheduled dive went horribly awry when the dive lost his weight belt midway through descent. Unable to find his belt, he ascending but had trouble controlling buoyancy. The uncontrolled ascent led to serious symptoms on the boat. Read more about the incident.
Shooter: Paul Nicklen
Photographer Paul Nicklen takes extreme photos in extreme conditions. His love of wildlife started at an early age and he knew he wanted a career as a photojournalist in the Arctic wildlife.
Pro Tips for Shooting in Cold Water
Don’t let colder water temperatures freeze you up — you can take stellar photos regardless of the conditions. Read our best tips on capturing images in cold water.
MPAs: Our Best Chance to Save Coral Reefs
Marine protected areas (MPAs) are vital in saving global coral reef populations — and yet, they aren’t completely enough. Read more about the importance of MPAs.
How Split Fins Work
Split fins work in a specific way that enables reduced drag and enables enhanced propulsion. Read more about split fins.
Rescue in the Gulf of Thailand
Technical divers regularly push beyond the limits of recreational diving, so we prepare for emergencies with contingencies neatly checked off like a detailed shopping list. Learn more about how DAN handled an incident.