In our boat briefings, we joke about drift diving as “lazy man diving.” Under water, we move along with the flow of the ocean. We explain to out-of-towners that when they come up from a dive, they should stay put, and wait for “curbside pickup.” When we surface, we deploy our surface marker buoys and the captain brings the boat right over to us. South Florida divers know we are spoiled, but how much do we know about the elements that converge to create this unique form of scuba diving?
You are gliding over the reef, your eyes scanning beautiful flashes of brightly colored fish and corals. Then suddenly you spot a shadow swimming towards you from the distance. Adrenaline rushes through your body, and you turn to signal your buddy with a hand sticking up on the top of your head. There is only one thing this means: shark! If you are anything like us, this is a feeling you crave.
Purchasing SCUBA gear is a significant investment. Ideally, you use this equipment for years to come. The process can be overwhelming, but we are here to help! Check out these important tips for finding gear that best suits your diving needs.
Every scuba diver has a different “style.” We tend to plan our dives around what we love to see or experience underwater.
When summer is in full swing, SCUBA divers aren’t the only ones enjoying our warm local waters. This week, it seemed as if a diver out of every group stopped by the shop with a warning; the moon jellies are out! Summertime tends to be the peak of moon jellyfish season, but there are simple ways to avoid these stingy critters.
