This month in the scuba bulletin:
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Novelties in the scuba resource
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GoodDive's
updated photo gallery has been released with the new look
Review diving centers in Jamaica with the 4.0 new GoodDive
version |
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Equipment news
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Aqua Lung
releases Mikron, the smallest and lightest weight regulator in the line. |
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Marine conservation
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You
and I can make a whole difference to the well being of our
planet by just following a few tips |
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New offers from the last minute board
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Volunteer
for the Kenna Eco Diving Marine Conservation
Research Program
Dive the Subic Bay in the Philippines.
Discover Caymans underwater marvels on board the Cayman
Aggressor |
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| Cozumel
underwater shootout |
Underwater Photographers
An exciting
event is scheduled to take place in Cozumel, Mexico from the
15th to the 20th of November 2011. Included in the events are
contests in different categories which will include, photo
seminars, presentations, topside photography and lots of
opportunities for all those participating to enjoy and explore
Cozumel both underwater and on land.
There are lots of
prizes waiting to be awarded and many other attractive offers
too.
Included are:
5 nights at the Presidente Intercontinental Cozumel Resort & Spa
Daily breakfast buffet
Registration fee for the contest
3 days of 2-tank diving with Scuba Du or a combo of a diving and land tours
Welcome drink and more...
To read more: http://www.caradonna.com
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Novelties in the Scuba Diving Portal
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GoodDive's
new updated gallery is now online
The new gallery is now online with the new look of GoodDive 4.0.
The search function has been updated. Try making a search for a fish by their English or Latin
name. You will see that the gallery will return you several pictures
of the requested fish from different angles. We upload new picture daily from contribution of professional and semi professional photographers.
By now the gallery already has more fishes than several fish books combined.
It really is a great tool for fish recognition.
To visit the gallery: http://www.gooddive.com/diving-photos/index.php?tab=p&cat=a
Divers who dive Jamaica
wanted for review
Divers who dive Jamaica wanted for review
Now Jamaica is online with the 4.0 new GoodDive version.
You can now rate and review the diving centers.
Do share your good or bad experiences with the GoodDive
community members, they will be grateful.
All you need to do is log in using your GoodDive or facebook
account on the top right of the page.
To post your review go to the Jamaica
diving centers list
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| Dive
show news |
DEMA members register now to receive early bird pricing on your DEMA show 2011 registration
The DEMA Show 2011 is scheduled to take place from 2-5 November.
Venue: North
Hall of the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL.
Register now to experience the face-to-face business,
educational and networking opportunities available at the DEMA
Show; opportunities that are important for your business
success!
DEMA Show 2011 Offers:
-Hundreds of exhibits featuring the leading dive equipment manufacturers, travel destinations, water sports apparel, and
services offering tremendous show-exclusive discounts.
-DEMA Sponsored Seminars on state-of-the-industry and current economic topics.
-Dive Training Agency and Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
-DEMA Awards Party, the premier industry networking event of the year.
-Image Resource Center (IRC) — an exclusive area of the show floor featuring photo- and video-related exhibitors as
well as seminars on how underwater photography and videos can be powerful selling tools for the dive
retailer and more.
To read more: http://www.demashow.com/dema2011/public/content.aspx?ID=1590 |
| Travel
news |
Kalymnos
Diving Festival 2011 will take place on July 18th-24th, 2011.
Kalymnos
popularly called home of the sponge divers, is having an event
in honor of the traditional way of sponge diving. This Diving
Festival which is one of the summer's highlights has been
organised to attract divers, both advanced and beginners to pay
Kalymnos a visit.
During the festival
there will be full programs of dive training offered. A
competition with
skandalopetra (the rock used by sponge divers to dive in the past),
will also take place and will be open to all ages of participats.
There will also be
museum tours, diving exhibitions, underwater photo competitions
and seminars.
To read more: http://www.greeka.com/dodecanese/kalymnos/news/events/1047.htm
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| Equipment
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Release
of Mikron from Aqualung
Have you always
wnated a small and light regulator that you could so easily slip
into your luggage? Aqualung has released the Mikron which has
the advantage of being the smallest and lightest weight
regulator in the line. The fact that the regulator is so compact
does not affect its performance.
Its balanced first and
second stages produce extraordinary breathing performance.
The Mikron is compact and light giving a unique diving experience.
The hose is very flexible and weighs less than 5 oz., which provides
comfort and excellent packability.
You can have the Mikron in two colors including the new black/pink that matches the ladies segment.
To read more: http://www.aqualung.com/uk/content/view/222 |
| Education
news |
Looking for extreme action? Check out SSI's Technical Extended Range Program!
SSI TechXR is a well rounded Technical Diving program designed to take the recreational diver to an extreme level for diving adventures.
It does not matter whether you need the thrills of
deep reef diving, greatly extending your bottom time on shallow dives or the
excitement of wreck exploratione, SSI TechXR will give the training and experience
needed to complete your new adventure with confidence and skill.
So don't wait, sign up now.
To read more: http://www.divessi.com/txr |
| Marine
conservation |
How can you personally and your entourage contribute effectively to marine conseravtion?
You could join special organised events or organize your own special event.
Have a few friends come over and explore the coast, or a local body of water
should you live inland. Then pledge and commit to doing more for our shared world
ocean.
What better way to relax and to experience the wonders of nature
is there than by immersing yourself in its sights, sounds and
smells. It does not matter where you live, there are many
opportunities to get outdoors and enjoy the natural world. You
could take a trip to the beach, take a walk or a hike or
even have a picnic at the park, take a stroll by the river, lake, or
stream or go cycling.
We are all part of the life; as you enjoy the outdoors think about your connections to the places you
are exploring, and absorb and enjoy their special qualities. Let the experience
give you new energy and help you commit to living as sustainably as possible.
You do not have to do huge things, small collective efforts will move big mountains when we join hands. Start today.
To read more: http://theoceanproject.org/action/involve.php..
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| New
offers from the last minute board |
Here are a few of the ads featuring in the last minute board:
Spain
Price: 486 Euro
Two remaining spaces for volunteer divers on Kenna Eco Diving Marine Conservation Research Program carrying out
coastal habitat surveys for the Silmar Project.
Month of trip August
Precise date of beginning 15.08.11
Precise date of ending 28.08.11
http://www.gooddive.com/board/classifieds.php?a=2&b=557
Philippines
Price: 80 USD
Scuba Diving Day Trips in Subic Bay, Philippines. 3-Dive day trip, inclusive of onboard BBQ lunch, refreshments, tanks
and weights. Professional UK trained Dive Instructor/Guide, with 4000 dives, tec instructor and 16 years of wreck diving
experience. Also provide a full range of PADI Courses, TecRec technical diving training and bespoke Skill Workshops.
Month of trip December
Precise date of beginning 20 May 2011
Precise date of ending 31 Dec 2011
Number of available places 8
http://www.gooddive.com/board/classifieds.php?a=2&b=554
Grand Cayman
Price: 2095 USD
Please join Adventure Scuba Company on the Cayman Aggressor this October. We bought the entire boat for some
awesome diving of all three Cayman Islands. No doubt world class diving on the the best Aggressor boat around. This
will be a great trip and I am sure will sell out soon.
Number of available places 6
Month of trip October
Destination (country) Grand Cayman
Precise date of beginning 10-15-11
Precise date of ending 10-22-11
http://www.gooddive.com/board/classifieds.php?a=2&b=552
Check the board http://www.gooddive.com/board/classifieds.php regularly for new great deals.
If you have a great offer don't hesitate to post it. This service is free!!
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