Our World – Underwater Scholarship Society in North America

“I have often described this internship as a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but that description actually falls short; this has been a collection of once-in-a-lifetime experiences that have taken place in locations as diverse and incredible as the people who made them possible.”

“…my second week in American Samoa was spent completing a much-anticipated Closed Circuit Rebreather course…”

“A National Park full of pristine coral reefs, lush jungles, and rare wildlife is spread over this remote chain of tropical islands. I couldn’t be more excited to have three whole weeks to dive throughout these islands, which is the United States’ only territory in the Southern Hemisphere.”

SCUBA diving has provided me with all sorts of opportunities that I never could have experienced if I were limited to dry land. In addition to the unbelievable chance to work alongside our nation’s aquatic experts through this internship, diving has helped me pay some bills as a dive technician, catch a few meals as [...]

“…I began to learn about the powerful history that makes the parks of the Kona coast so special.”

“It’s nearly impossible to summarize a park that is so rich in historical, cultural, and natural resources!”

“I didn’t really expect this abundance and diversity of marine life after hearing about the negative effects of the lionfish, but I was thrilled to see such a healthy-looking community. “

“The Channel Islands amazed me at every step of my week-long trip as I saw a precious example of the unspoiled beaches, native wildlife, and peaceful solitude that all of California once offered. “

“… I was absolutely shocked to see an electric blue color blasting through the blanket of trees that coats the rest of the scenery…I’ve never seen such an iridescent blue color coming from water before! “

“At my first sight of Lake Powell, I was actually very confused. The area surrounding the lake is as arid as I could possibly imagine (picture tumbleweed, cactuses, and giant red rocks), yet somehow there is a giant, 560-foot-deep lake defiantly located in the desert.”