Diving Or Scuba: Why Ditch the Tank When Exploring

man diving down without gear following a rope vs a woman in full scuba gear diving

Who wouldn’t want to experience the silent calm, the singular beauty, and the excitement you experience when you explore the ocean? What you have recently learned is that there’s more than one way to dive, and bizarrely, many people are choosing to dive without the essential scuba gear. Why? Divers may choose to practice freediving … Read more

Hawaii Snorkel Ban: Why Full Face Masks Aren’t Allowed

Sunset on a tropical beach with palm trees

Since most of Hawaii’s coastline features quiet, sheltered waters, snorkeling is a fantastic pastime. Unfortunately, many people suspect that their full-face snorkel masks cause carbon dioxide poisoning. The dangers of using full-face masks while snorkeling are severe and well documented; however, people still use them often without fully understanding the implications or knowing the snorkeling-related … Read more

Defogging: Why Snorkel Defogging Is Important To Safety

Woman snorkeling diving down into the water to reach the sand below

Snorkeling is a popular water activity that people of all ages can enjoy. However, if you don’t take the time to properly defog your snorkel mask, you’re likely to have a less-than-enjoyable experience. In this article, we’ll explore why it’s so important to defog your mask and provide some tips on how to do it … Read more

Dangers of Diving With a Full Face Snorkel Mask

Woman in a full face snorkel paddling to look for new sights

A mask is one of the most vital pieces of equipment for individuals interested in snorkeling and/or diving (free, scuba, etc.). Amongst the countless mask options available lies one that has become quite controversial due to its perceived safety concerns. While studies have shown that snorkeling-related injuries and deaths are more closely correlated to pre-existing … Read more