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Bites and Stings

Brian Harper

Q1 2012

Bites and stings from any kind of creature are zero fun. While divers are generally prepared to deal with underwater encounters, they may not know how best to treat bites and stings from topside critters.

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Cocos Island: The Pelagic Crossroads

Andy Sallmon and Allison Vitsky

Q1 2012

Cocos Island boasts a rocky shoreline, plenty of marine life encounters and other wonders divers love. Learn more about Cocos Island and how to dive it.

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Sketches of Papua New Guinea

Michele Westmorland

Q1 2012

Papua New Guinea is home to exotic and colorful birds, culturally rich indigenous tribes and fantastic diving. Learn more about what Papua New Guinea has to offer.

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Wreck Exploration

Richard Walker, M.D., M.S., and Joe Citelli; Photos by Joe Dovala

Q4 2011

Shipwrecks are like time capsules of maritime history. Divers of all abilities can appreciate shipwrecks. Gain some great tips and ideas on how to safely dive shipwrecks.

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Bent in Chuuk

Gary Mace

Q4 2011

What started as stomach cramps eventually revealed to be a much more serious problem: decompression sickness. But the road to recovery was hard and filled with multiple hospitals and an unusual diagnosis. Read more.

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Muscle is Metabolic

Jessica B. Adams, Ph.D., and Stephanie N. Del Tufo, B.A.; Photos by Stephen Frink

Q4 2011

Strength training can not only build muscle but also boost metabolism. With improved muscular strength you’ll have improved sport performance, delay fatigue and increase energy stores. Learn more and gain a great strength training workout.

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Coral Reef CSI

Susan Wolf

Q4 2011

The Coral Reef Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) program provides managers and law enforcement personnel with tools and training required to help gather evidence from the marine environment.

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DAN Member Profile: Greg Holt

Maureen Halsema

Q4 2011

DAN member Greg Holt might be better known as Greg the Divemaster and host of ScubaRadio. Read more about Greg Holt, his career and why he is a DAN member.

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Changing Oceans, Changing Lives

Sandy Sondrol

Q4 2011

Ocean education geared toward children and teens has increased in popularity and offerings. These classes can educate students about marine environments and their importance. Read more about ocean education initiatives.