Community The Path to PADI Pro Ariella Simke | November 12, 2024 A special bond forges between a new diver and their instructor; it can be so strong it inspires the student to one day become a teacher. Here's the story of one diver who did just that. 6 Marine-Themed Books That Celebrate Pride Month Joshua Pramis | June 5, 2024 The spirit of Pride Month transcends species, and the books on our list exemplify this. Divers Remove 14,000 Pounds of Trash in the Florida Keys Kristin Paterakis | June 4, 2024 Divers play a crucial role in preserving the environments we cherish. Recent Articles Tips From a Diver Who Was Lost at Sea for Nearly Eight Hours Becca Hurley | July 4, 2019 A Florida diver recounts being lost at sea and what he would have done differently. Dive Community Reacts to Death of Andy Phillips, Renowned Instructor Andy Zunz | June 19, 2019 Renowned Utila dive instructor Andy Phillips died in a tragic scuba diving accident—his colleagues and students take time to reflect on his impact. PADI Sets to Energize Dive Community through Integration of Bonnier Corporation’s Dive Media Group PADI | June 19, 2019 PADI acquires *Scuba Diving* and *Sport Diver* magazines from Bonnier Corporation. Gemma Smith Earns Sea Hero Distinction for Accomplishments in Dive Scuba Diving Editors | June 18, 2019 Gemma Smith, a groundbreaking tec diver and instructor, is honored as a Sea Hero for her underwater accomplishments. The Ugly Face of Bycatch Joanna Lentini | June 5, 2019 Overfishing and bycatch pose major threats to many marine species—this former fisherman hopes to bring these conservation issues to the forefront. Sunscreen, Straws and Subtlety: The Dangers of Oversimplifying a Complex Environmental Problem David Shiffman, Ph.D. | May 31, 2019 Why plastic-straw bans and sunscreen bans may not be the best solutions for the environment. Olympus Announces New Tough TG-6 Digital Camera Robby Myers | May 22, 2019 The new TG-6 features an improved Microscope mode and the addition of Focus Stacking mode and Focus Bracketing mode. Load More