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Grace Under Pressure: Dealing with Panic Underwater

Panic may be the No. 1 cause of scuba fatalities, and experienced divers are not immune. Here's how to keep your cool when things turn rough under water.

Dive Better, Dive Safer: 101 Tips That Will Make You a Pro

You're a good diver. You could be better. We've got 101 tips that will you safer underwater.

Magic Gas?

Nitrox may benefit some divers on some dives, but is it for you? Get the facts before you make the switch.

Seven Secrets For Safer Diving

How to double your safety and practice important skills. Bonus: you waste no time, no air.

Join Divers Alert Network (DAN)!

Divers Alert Network is a 501(c)(3) non-profit medical and research organization dedicated to the safety & health of recreational scuba divers. To become a member call 800-446-2671 or visit diversalertnetwork.org. Mention Priority Code 999RS5.

Six Things I've Learned in 23 Years of Diving

Experience is a wonderful teacher. Too bad I'm a slow learner. At least you can profit from my mistakes and have a laugh, too.

What's the Vis Today?

The answer to diving's age-old question can change every minute. Here's why you can't trust the brochures, the dive guide or your own eyes.

Buddy System Breakdown

Keeping your buddy by your side takes communication--before and during the dive.

How To Use An Underwater Compass

Take a crash course and learn how to use your compass like a pro while scuba diving. Our simplified method will get you back to the boat without a lot of unnecessary math.