The New Pointy End of Diving
Freediving is redefining the limits of apneic divers and in the process raising new, unanswered questions about diving physiology.
Alert Diver Issue: Q4 2017
Member to Member: Guidelines for Seniors
Seniors who wish to dive have limited resources and rules pertaining to dive routines. Read one diver’s best advice.
Chasing Coral
The documentary “Chasing Coral” chronicles the plight of the world’s corals and how bleaching events could be predicted based upon certain factors. Read more about the film’s production process.
Key Largo
One of the world’s premiere diving destinations, Key Largo, Fla., has robust marine life, artificial reefs, rich maritime history and great conservation momentum.
Palau: A Deluge of Life
Palau is rich in vibrant colors underwater and also has a rich local history. Read more about where to dive and what to see in Palau.
Light in the Dark: Shooting Cenotes
Cenotes — deep, natural, water-filled limestone sinkholes — present challenges to photographers. However, with the right skills, you can capture breathtaking images.
Shooter: Tanya G. Burnett
Tanya G. Burnett is an accomplished underwater photographer and dive professional. See her photography and read her story.
Dragon Road, Part 2
The handfish is a kind of evolutionary oddity that prefers to walk on its fins than swim. However, like so many other marine species, their species are in decline and their habitat is being stripped away.
Silence Beneath a White Ceiling
Researchers test to see how rebreathers function in arctic environments. Read how a team of researchers aimed to explore this little-known subject.
Are 6351-T6 Alloy Scuba Cylinders Safe to Use?
After the rupturing of two alloy scuba cylinders, many wonder if they are safe to use? While cracking was documented in these cylinders, a major issue with their use is lack of consistent training and regulation in the testers, inspectors and fill-station operators.
