Blowing Bubbles
Welcome to our public blog: Blowing Bubbles. This is where we mouth off about things we see and think are important, and of course, try to tempt you into joining us on an upcoming dive. If you’d like to see our dive reports, be sure to log in or register to join.
Why we need a LGBTQIA+ Scuba Club
My name is Christopher Duncan, and I am an openly gay scuba diver. I have been a certified scuba diver since 2004, and a lifelong “ocean nerd” my entire life.
DAN is more than insurance, it’s your friend…
Most new divers are covered by Divers Alert Network insurance because their instructor signs them up. Unfortunately, too many divers let that coverage lapse. We think participating in Divers Alert
Every Dive is a Cleanup Dive
We three founding members of Out Scuba believe strongly in giving back to what we love, and protecting our oceans so that we leave them better than we found them.
Invasive Aliens
Lionfish, native to the Indo-Pacific, were first reported in South Florida waters in 1985. Their introduction is believed to be the result of aquarium releases, either accidental or intentional. Since
Dive safety: first, last and always
Scuba diving is an exhilarating activity that allows divers to explore the underwater world, but safety is paramount, especially when beach diving. Beach diving, or shore diving, involves entering the
More than Just a Good Meal…
The spiny lobster (Panulirus argus) plays a crucial role in maintaining the health and balance of Florida’s coral reef ecosystems. These lobsters are considered keystone species, meaning their presence and