Lionfish Facts
Pterois volitans Pterois miles The genus name, Pterois, pronounced (tare-oh-eese) is defined as “lionfish.” The word Pterois comes from the Greek word “pteroeis” meaning “feathered” or “winged” The species name, volitans, pronounced (vole-ee-tahnz), is Latin for “flying” or “hovering,” the complement of the Latin word “volitō,” which means “to fly” or “to hover.” The species name, miles, pronounced (mee-layz), is Latin for “soldiering,” the complement of the Latin word “mīlitō,” which means “to soldier.” They are so beautiful. I want … Read entire article »
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Free Online DAN Seminars
Are you looking for new educational resources for your divers? DAN has made 20 popular seminars available online as continuing education opportunities. Presented by leading dive safety medical and research experts, these seminars cover important topics including ear injuries, decompression illness, dive accident management, medications and diving, emergency action plans and much more. There are three ways to access these great educational seminars: Watch the online educational presentations by visiting DAN.org/onlineseminars. Request a DVD of select seminars by contacting DAN Industry Partner representatives via email at IndustryPartner@dan.org or calling 877 532 6776. If you want to learn more about a topic not listed, email webinar@dan.org to request a free live webinar with a topic expert. … Read entire article »
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Shark Weak
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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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Crime Scene Investigation: Medical and Legal Considerations
[singlepic id=918 w=320 h=240 float=center] What: CSIDT (Crime Scene Investigator Diver Technologists) – International Conference Medical and Legal Considerations in Crime Scene Investigations Where: Hilton Long Beach & Executive Meeting Center 701W. Ocean Blvd. Long Beach, CA 90831 March 29 & 30, 2013 Who: Mack S. House Jr. HU1-828-380-9955U Douglas Bannister U1-828-308-6670 Conference is in classroom setting, therefore seating is limited. Please register early. How Much: Standard Tuition: $ 225.00 U.S. Registration must be submitted no later than- March 22, 2013 Registration includes: Course Manual (includes copyright material) Refreshments Certificate of Completion Lunch Room reservations ~ Special Rates do apply for this event. Who should attend: Law Enforcement Officers, Dive Educators, Crime Scene Investigators, Forensic Nurses, First Responders, Firefighters and medical/legal professionals. Speakers: KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Published Author Mack S. House Jr.: CSIDT-International, Published Author in Underwater Forensics Commercial Scientific Diving, International Speaker, Consultant and Recognized Expert in … Read entire article »
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**** ALERT **** Must See and Comment
This is an island in the ocean about 2000 km from any other coast line. Nobody lives on it, only birds and yet ............... You will not believe your eyes!!!!!!! Post your comments below. What should we do? What should be done? … Read entire article »
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Understanding the Recreational Dive Planner, RDP
You are searching on the subject of the Recreational Dive Planner also known as the RDP. You found a good source for that information here at Divetalking. During this Session, you will learn about the various ways to use the Diving Science & Technology Corp Recreational dive tables supported by PADI. From here on the DSAT Recreational dive tables sanctioned by PADI will be called, RDP. Proper safety procedures and equipment should be utilized at all times … Read entire article »
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Scuba Show Long Beach Calf June 8-9, 2013
We hope you will join us at SCUBA Show 2013, in its 26th year. The dates are June 8-9 at the beautiful Long Beach Convention Center. 76,000 square feet of exhibit space will host hundreds of diving companies and resorts from around the world. Experts will talk about and display the latest diving equipment, beautiful and exciting dive travel destinations, dive education, underwater photography and much more. There will be special guests, dozens of fun and educational seminars, tens of thousands of dollars in door prizes, live California seafood cooking demonstrations and a continuous film festival on a three-story screen. And with audience participation, a famous marine artist will create a large work of art that will be auctioned at the end for charity. Buy Tickets … Read entire article »
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Dive and Travel Expo – Tacoma and Santa Clara
Tacoma Attendees The Northwest Dive & Travel Expo 2013 will take place this year at the Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center April 20 & 21 2013 and this year the expo is offering visitors more information, more dive industry connections and more fun! Santa Clara Attendees The Northern California Dive & Travel Expo 2013 will take place this year at the Santa Clara Convention Center May 4 & 5, 2013. With the first year gone, and a resounding success, we are looking forward to the second year of this unique show … Read entire article »
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Texas Dive Show Feb. 22-23, 2013
Feb 22 & 23, 2013 Hours: Friday, 5 pm-8 pm and Saturday, 10 am-5 pm … Read entire article »
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Beneath the Sea March 22nd – 24th, 2013
Show Dates Are March 22nd – 24th, 2013 Breaking News 2013 EZine Online Exhibitors Decorators Kit Order Exhibitor Badges Jorge Beale Hyperbaric Medical Scholarship – Deadline March 1, 2013 BTS 2013 Promotional Video Public Safety Diver Marine Careers – Register Today Marine Careers Program Flyer Purchase 2013 Advanced Discounted Tickets by March 8th and Save! 2013 Exhibitors Brochure 2013 Hotel, Air & Auto Information … Read entire article »
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Northeast Florida Lionfish Blast Tournament 2013
TISIRI is at it again! Leading the Northeast Florida Lionfish Blast Tournament coming this March, through April 2013 to NE Florida. The invasive lionfish epidemic in the western Atlantic is an ever growing problem. Northeast Florida is no exception, and if you follow our efforts at TISIRI you know we routinely attempt to harvest lionfish from our local reefs. Unfortunately, lionfish populations are so prolific more effort is needed in hope to have an effect on the detriment the species is causing. In an effort to encourage as much manpower as possible to harvest lionfish, a tournament awarding attractive prizes will be held throughout the month of April 2013. The event is called the Northeast Florida Lionfish Blast and is open to lionfish hunters offshore the coast of Jacksonville and St. Augustine. … Read entire article »
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