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Diving to Protect Cozumel's Splendid Toadfish

An endangered species, the splendid toadfish is endemic to Cozumel. Blue Note Scuba's distinctive specialty course helps divers learn how to spot (and protect) them while honing their dive skills.

The Inclusive Marine Education Org Divers Should Know

Marine biology can be hard to break into, especially for historically underrepresented minorities. This inclusive and supportive marine biology education organization is here to help.

This Course Helps Divers Save Sharks

Despite being apex predators, sharks are particularly vulnerable creatures. This course helps ocean warriors to collect and report valuable information for the PADI Global Shark & Ray Census so they can better help protect them.

Meet Carrie Tsai: PADI Ocean Torchbearer

See how this PADI Course Director, founder of CTDiver and PADI Torchbearer Award Winner is making waves through science, training and ocean-friendly practices.

What Are Marine Protected Areas and Why Do They Matter to Divers?

In The Florida Keys & Key West, a vast MPA has helped myriad species rebound while providing more for divers to enjoy.

How to Participate in the Great Reef Census

Use your screen time for good by joining a citizen science project that aims to help researchers and governments target conservation efforts on the Great Barrier Reef.

A Mission to Protect Koh Tao's Reefs

Increased tourism is great for a destination's economy, but it can wreak havoc on its environment. To counter the effects of its tourism boom, Black Turtle Dive has implemented a series of conservation efforts to protect its surrounding waters.

PADI Ocean Torchbearer Award Spotlight: New Series

This new series recognizes exemplary members of the global diving community during PADI's 60th anniversary year.

Protecting Mexico's Pregnant Bull Sharks
Each winter, pregnant bull sharks arrive in Playa del Carmen. A women-led project is documenting them one by one, revealing their personalities and turning these misunderstood sharks into a symbol of pride for the community.