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The Perfect Central California Dives to End a COVID Dry Spell

One diver regains his stride in the beloved waters of California's Monterey and Carmel Bays.

Frontier Diving Along Northern California's Sonoma and Mendocino Counties

The best places to dive in Mendocino and Sonoma, California, and how to prepare for the region's rugged conditions.

Sea Urchins are Killing a Millennia-Old Culture. Can Divers Save it?

An ancient culture hangs in the balance as divers in northern California try to save kelp forests, home to the Pacific coast’s iconic and decimated abalone.

Eight U.S. Aquariums Where You Can Go Scuba Diving

In need of stateside dive sites? These eight aquariums in the United States allow scuba divers the opportunity to dive and explore their exhibits.

A Local Diving Guide to California’s Catalina Island

How to get to Catalina Island, where to dive and what gear to use.

Six Dive Destinations Known for Healthy Coral Reefs

These six dive destinations feature healthy coral reefs and offer hope for the future of our oceans.

Seven National Parks with Great Scuba Diving

A guide to the best national parks for scuba diving from Maine to Florida to Alaska.

Seven Marine Protected Areas You Need to Dive

Marine protected areas you can dive, from California to Indonesia.

How Low Can You Go?

These nine dive destinations go from cold to coldest and put your cold water tolerance to the test. How low will you go for a dive?