Introducing Bob’s Dive Shop, Ontario
Southern Ontario’s Best Dive Shop. Bob’s Scuba Shop has been serving Hamilton and the surrounding area…
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The Dolphin Man – Inspiration for The Big Blue with Jean Reno
Free diving is not only one of the most dangerous of sports, but one of…
BOOKS – Scuba Exceptional – Become the Best Diver You Can Be
Scuba Exceptional may be the fifth in Simon Pridmore’s Scuba series but it is actually the true…
New Book Celebrates Remarkable Underwater Explorations Of Wes Skiles
Drawn to the Deep is a fascinating new book by Julie Hauserman, centered on the…
Surface Interval; Worldwide Scuba Diving Reviews
As a writer that specializes in Scuba Diving and Scuba related travel, I spend a…
Marine Museum of the Great Lakes at Kingston
Where is the Marine Museum of the Great Lakes? The Marine Museum has moved from the Kingston…
Introducing Ven-Tech SubSea Inspections
Ven-Tech Subsea Inspections is a Canadian based commercial diving company, specializing in Underwater Inspections/Non Destructive…
BOOKS: Death in Number Two Shaft – A True Life Underwater Adventure
Steve Lewis worked as an advertising copywriter, journalist and feature writer for many years, but is best known for his work underwater. He is a cave diver/instructor, deep wreck diver/instructor, and marketing and training consultant for the dive industry. He lives in rural Ontario but admits “I get to travel to some pretty exotic places to lecture, teach, dive and explore.”
BOOKS: Death in Number Two Shaft – A True Life Underwater Adventure
Steve Lewis worked as an advertising copywriter, journalist and feature writer for many years, but…
Maritime Museum of BC Launches Summer Art Show “West Coast Celebration” Featuring Mark Hobson and Esther Sample
The Maritime Museum of BC is pleased to announce “West Coast Celebration”, the summer art…
Newfoundland Cod Fishermen in the 1930s
The hardy people on the island of Newfoundland have battled the elements, the ocean and its North Atlantic isolation to make a living, ever since the first European pioneers settled its rocky shores centuries ago.
Newfoundland Cod Fishermen in the 1930s
The hardy people on the island of Newfoundland have battled the elements, the ocean and…
The Terror: ‘This Place Wants Us Dead’
Franklin Expedition series launches on March 26 on the AMC network
The Terror: ‘This Place Wants Us Dead’
Franklin Expedition series launches on March 26 on the AMC network Early in “The “Terror,”…
A Whale’s Tale: The Incredible Story of British Columbia’s Changing Relationship with the Giants of the Deep
The Maritime Museum of British Columbia hosts a Media Open House for the new featured…
Shipwrecks Symposium 2018 presented by The Niagara Divers’ Association
The Niagara Divers’ Association will present its 24th Annual Shipwrecks Symposium on Saturday, April 7th,…
The Sinking of the SS Princess Sophia: Exhibit At Maritime Museum
October 25, 2017 marks the 99th anniversary of the sinking of the SS Princess Sophia,…
Introducing: AquaMermaid School
AquaMermaid is dedicated to the happiness of your inner mermaid. AquaMermaid is the newest, hottest swimming…
Vancouver Aquarium’s ‘Diver’s Weekend’ attracts thousands
Declaring it has “something for everyone,” organizers of the Vancouver Aquarium’s 19th annual “Divers’ Weekend” Jan. 27-28 is expected to attract thousands of people.
Vancouver Aquarium’s ‘Diver’s Weekend’ attracts thousands
Declaring it has “something for everyone,” organizers of the Vancouver Aquarium’s 19th annual “Divers’ Weekend”…
Introducing The Diving Almanac, Book of Records
The Diving Almanac is the only compilation of such diverse and far-ranging information on the world diving community. It is meant to showcase the accomplishments of underwater explorers, scientists, engineers, freedivers and adventurers since Man first plunged into the sea more than six millennia ago.
Introducing The Diving Almanac, Book of Records
Celebrating the underwater world since 2007! The Diving Almanac is the only compilation of such…
VIDEO – Dive and Travel Galapagos by Steve Rosenberg
The best guide available to the Galapagos Islands. Download the comprehensive eBook, Dive and Travel…
A New Book for Scuba Divers – Scuba Physiological by Simon Pridmore
If you are a diver, much of what you learn about topics such as decompression sickness and narcosis in your scuba diving classes is over-simplified and some of it is just plain wrong, as diver training agency texts have not kept pace with the science. Despite 170 years of research, the nature of decompression sickness, decompression stress and narcosis remains unknown
Dry-land innovations led to scuba, submarine inventions
A diving helmet has played a role on dry land, as well as in the water. Its inventors, brothers John and Charles Deane, patented what they called a “Smoke Helmet” in 1823. It enabled fire fighters to work in smoke-filled areas.
Dry-land innovations led to scuba, submarine inventions
A diving helmet has played a role on dry land, as well as in the…
Boat builder’s skill, passion for wooden boats recalled
For purists, there is nothing like a wooden boat. It handles the waves well. It is beautiful and displays the talents of its builder. Today, they are seen mainly at events showcasing historical vessels. Wooden boats require regular maintenance, so the rise of fibreglass and aluminum boats in the mid-20th century ended their popularity.
Boat builder’s skill, passion for wooden boats recalled
For purists, there is nothing like a wooden boat. It handles the waves well. It…
Canada’s 150 Most Famous Great Lakes Shipwrecks: Chris Kohl and Joan Forsberg
There are so many SHIPWRECKS in the Great Lakes, with more than 2,000 of them on the Canadian side of these “freshwater seas.”
Canada’s 150 Most Famous Great Lakes Shipwrecks: Chris Kohl and Joan Forsberg
There are so many SHIPWRECKS in the Great Lakes, with more than 2,000 of them…
Dive and Travel Galápagos – eBook
“Dive and Travel Galápagos – eBook” is the latest in a series of informative dive…
Griffon’s fate elusive after more than three centuries
Sometimes it is as difficult to prove the identity of a sunken ship as it…
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a celebration of learning and historic adventure!
Since 1959, the Vancouver Maritime Museum Society has worked to preserve and tell the maritime history of the Pacific Northwest and Arctic.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a celebration of learning and historic adventure!
Since 1959, the Vancouver Maritime Museum Society has worked to preserve and tell the maritime…
Chasing Coral
Coral reefs are disappearing at an unprecedented rate around the world. A select team of divers, photographers and scientists set out to discover why and to reveal the underwater mystery to the world.
Chasing Coral
“It’s not too late for coral reefs… indeed, for many other ecosystems that are facing…
Justice for pirates quick, brutal on Canadian seaboard
Canada was not exempt from piracy on the high seas. Edward Jordan led a diverse lifestyle. The Irishman had been a rebel in Ireland, as well as a fisherman and pirate in Nova Scotia, on Canada’s eastern seaboard.
Justice for pirates quick, brutal on Canadian seaboard
Canada was not exempt from piracy on the high seas. Edward Jordan led a diverse…
New Centenary Edition of Dive Scapa Flow by Rod Macdonald
Dive Scapa Flow has been THE definitive guide to diving the fabled wrecks of Scapa Flow, one of the world’s greatest wreck diving locations. This completely re-written and updated centenary edition marks the 100th anniversary of the scuttle of the 74 warships of the interned German High Seas Fleet at Scapa Flow on 21st June, 1919 the greatest act of maritime suicide the world has ever seen.
New Centenary Edition of Dive Scapa Flow by Rod Macdonald
Dive Scapa Flow has been THE definitive guide to diving the fabled wrecks of Scapa…
Discovery’s Shark Week at the Movies
Everyone’s favorite week of television, “Shark Week,” makes waves in movie theaters nationwide for a one-night event this summer. The exclusive event features one of the best episodes from “Shark Week 2016,” along with a special episode of “Shark Week 2017” ahead of its television debut on Discovery Channel.
BOOKS – Bahamas Bucket List for Divers: Bimini Edition
It’s no secret that the Bahamas is one of the most beautiful places on Earth.…
Top Shark Charities
With a growing media focus on the plight of our oceans, it is easier than ever to learn about marine conservation issues and get involved. There are many dedicated organizations out there, from worldwide charities to smaller, community-based initiatives. No matter what your preference or ability, there is a way to pitch in and help. Here are our picks for five top shark charities that working to preserve our oceans.
2nd Annual Hawg Dive
Xtreme Edge Dive Centre is hosting its 2nd Annual HAWG Roast and Dive Gear Demo Event at Fox Point Beach at St Margaret’s Bay
Video Review – 47 Meters Down
Well fantastic. Another ridiculous movie that will only perpetuate an unfounded fear of sharks, and give fuel to those that see no problem with the killing of millions of sharks on a regular basis.