FireLight: See the Reef in a New Light New lights are shining on the underwater world, and the results are absolutely magical. Fluorescence diving gives divers the ability to see marine creatures in brilliant, “glow in the dark” colors that are usually invisible to the naked eye. Joining us from his home in Washington state,…

Reef Safe Sunscreen Divers know our reefs are under threat, but you can help protect them (and yourself) every time you apply sunscreen. Did you know that ingredients like oxybenzone, parabens and mineral oils in sunscreens and body-care products can harm our oceans, rivers, lakes and streams? Studies have shown that coral-reef damage can be caused by these ingredients…

Erik Petkovic is an explorer, author, maritime historian, shipwreck researcher, and technical wreck diver with over twenty years of diving experience. He is the author of multiple diving and maritime history books, has been featured in dive publications worldwide and is a regular contributor to several magazines. Through Erik’s unique storytelling, relive some of the…

CSS Richond Project Join us as Dr. Mike Nusbaum and Bill Waldrop share the challenges and risks they faced this past summer exploring the remains of the Confederate Ironclad C.S.S. Richmond. Even though visibility is always a challenge in the James River, you will be among the first to see what no human eyes have…

REEF Fish ID There are a lot of fish in the ocean, and having some idea of what you’ve seen makes it easier to share your fish tales with friends. Join us as John and Meredyth Nelson from Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF) help us get better acquainted with some of the fish we see…

Everyone loves diving in warm, clear water, but have you ever thought about the excitement of diving in extreme conditions? Dark water, dams and power plants, under ice and sunken forests are conditions not normally seen by recreational divers. It’s not for the faint of heart but for those that like to live on the…