Sharks are simply amazing! They are enigmatic, powerful creatures, misunderstood and too often undervalued. As a diver all my shark interactions have left me awestruck. Everyone loves a good shark story, and I love how these animals have the intrigue to bring people to the conservation discussion. I was eager to develop more personal […]

  My first cavern experience was heavy with anticipation. Although I have been diving for years, the prospect of breathing underwater, underground with a large chunk of earth between me and the sunshine had my heart pumping. I’m currently in Freeport on Grand Bahama Island training with Cristina Zenato of UNEXSO.  She has been teaching […]

Thanks to the generous sponsorship by Light & Motion, I am learning to shoot HD underwater video throughout this adventure with a Bluefin housing and awesome SOLA lights. It’s challenging and fun learning to tell a story in film. It’s also the best way I know how to share my travels with you. Grab your […]

  Who doesn’t love dolphins!? All over the world, this intelligent and charismatic animal has inspired marine curiosity, delighted onlookers with its acrobatics, and rallied support for conservation. Although I never had dolphin training career aspirations, every dolphin interaction I have had is memorable and I can’t help but grin like a fool when I […]

Every summer Atlantis Dive Center runs Kids’ Camp, a week-long chance for kids ages 10-18 to learn to scuba dive. Discounted for locals, Kids’ Camp is a great way to get Keys kiddos in the ocean and appreciating their own backyard. My instructor certification and their camp just happened to fall within the same week. […]