North Florida Reefs Book
A Guide to Offshore Fishing and Diving Locations A great resource and tool for the offshore enthusiast; North Florida Reefs provides nearly 200 pages of reef insight. The hand-held guide’s full color imagery provides a vivid look into the spectacular offshore destinations north Florida offers. Readers are provided information including GPS coordinates, distances and headings from inlets, and actual images of the reefs and their associated marine life. This publication allows the user to see what is … Read entire article »
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DEMA Show 2013 – Orange County Convention Center – Orlando Florida
DEMA Show 2012 saw four fantastic show days with thousands of people flooding the aisles of the exhibit hall which features hundreds of exhibits all dedicated to the diving, action watersports and travel industries. Mark your calendars for DEMA Show 2013, November 6-9 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. DEMA Show has gone mobile! Click here to view event details, the floor plan and show specials on your mobile device. ATTENDEE EXHIBITOR MEDIA FLOOR PLAN FEATURES HOTELS REGISTRATION About DEMA Show About DEMA Join DEMA Sponsors Show Floor Seminars Register Book Hotel Contact Us Produced by DEMA, The Diving Equipment & Marketing Association Toll Free: (800)-862-3483 Phone: (858)-616-6108 Fax: (858)-616-6495 Email: info@dema.com 313 South Patrick Street Alexandria, VA 22314 Managed by National Trade Productions (NTP) Toll Free: (800)-687-7469 Phone: (703)-683-8500 Fax: … Read entire article »
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iGills
Tech SpecsBuy Now iGills Smart Diving System Specs (with iPhone 4S) Dive Computer Full featured non-air integrated recreational dive computer Air, Nitrox, and gauge modes Buhlmann ZH-L16, 16 compartment algorithm Halftimes: 5, 8, 12.5, 18.5, 27, 38.3, 54.3, 77, 109, 146, 187, 239, 305, 390, 498, 635 minutes N2 Loading tracked for 24 hours after last dive Configurable metric or imperial units for depth and temperature Automatic altitude compensation Surface interval clock Ascent and nitrogen loading indicators Safety stop countdown Visible alerts for Depth, NoDeco, MOD Fully upgradeable as new … Read entire article »
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Narcosis Found
On November, 18 2012 I receive a notice that Narcosis has been found. Narcosis is a one foot female great white which lives in the Ginnie Cavern. She was introduced to Ginnie Springs in October, 2012 after her sister, Deco went missing. Narcosis is shy and will not bite. She hides in various locations within the Ginnie Spring. On this November day, while diving the spring, John Kenney discovered Narcosis’ hiding place. Taking a picture to … Read entire article »
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Recreational Use of Artificial Reefs Contributes $253 Million to Six Florida Counties
By: Michelle Klug Many Floridians and visiting tourists enjoy the crystal blue waters that provide sunny days of fishing, diving and leisure time. Researchers have found that popular boating destinations are the artificial reefs that have been built around Florida. Artificial reefs attract locals and tourists alike, pulling in $253 million to six Florida counties in one year, as well as providing habitat for sealife. These infrastructures are built using man-made materials such as concrete blocks, tires, PVC piping, old sunken ships or sunken oil rigs. They provide a habitat for an array of algae, coral, fish and shellfish, as well as preventing erosion. IFAS researcher Bob Swett and his team investigated the economic impact artificial reefs provide, as well as who is using the reefs and what components are generating economic profit … Read entire article »
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Submit to the National Geographic Photo Contest
National Geographic Photo Contest As a leader in capturing our world through brilliant imagery, National Geographic sets the standard for photographic excellence. Last year, we received more than 20,000 entries from over 130 countries, with professional and amateur photographers across the globe participating. Well, it’s that time of year again—enter today! Send us your best shots in any of these three categories: people, places, and nature. Please submit images that accurately reflect the captured moment in time. In other words, keep it real. The Grand Prize Winner will receive $10,000 and a trip to National Geographic headquarters in Washington, D.C., Read more by clicking here … Read entire article »
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Aquatica Housing for Canon 5D Mark II
Used but well maintained Aquatica housing for the Canon 5D Mark II If you use Aquatica, you know it’s good. If you haven’t you’ll learn it’s good. I no longer have a need to the housing. It is about 1 year old. The o-ring and anodes will be replaced for you. If you are just getting into underwater photography and filming I offer you the opportunity receive both digital UW Photography and UW Videography certifications. I will spend time … Read entire article »
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Ocean Film Festival – September, 2012
HOME | SEPT 20 | SEPT 21 | SEPT 22 | SEPT 23 | EXHIBITS Thursday, September 20, 6:30 pm Opening Night, at the Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center 207 W. York Street, Savannah, GA Friday and Saturday September 21 – 22 SCAD’S Trustees Theater 216 E. Broughton Street, Savannah, GA Sunday September 23 SCAD’S Museum of Art 601 Turner Blvd., Savannah, GA ALL FILMS, LECTURES, PANNELS AND TALKS IN THE GRAY’S REEF OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL ARE FREE. THERE IS AN ADMISSION CHARGE FOR THE PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT AT THE JEPSON. … Read entire article »
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