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May, 2009 Archives

Do Your Part, Help Save Sharks!

May 30th, 2009 · Posted in Conservation · 0 Comments

Shark populations are declining at an alarming rate, some researchers even go as far to say that many species are collapsing. Some species have declined more than 90 percent in the last two decades! Many shark species are being fished faster than they can reproduce causing dangerous drops in populations. Sharks help keep the ocean [...]

Craig Hospital Sends Their Gratitude!

May 28th, 2009 · Posted in Disabled Diving · 0 Comments

“The campaign (at this year’s 26th Annual May Sale event) raised $5,215! These contributions will go toward the purchase of much-needed adaptive diving gear such as harnesses for safe transfers and zippered wet suits. Some funding also will be used for patient scholarships, giving people living on limited income an opportunity to become [...]

NEW SUMMER KIDS CAMP – SHARKAMP!!!

May 28th, 2009 · Posted in NEW DIVERS · 0 Comments

Certification and Adventure Camp for Ages 10-14 years!
Class and Pool Training: July 7, 8, 9 & 14 (9am-2pm)
Aquarium Day: July 10 (9am-2pm)
Open Water Certification: July 15 & 16 @ Chatfield
Camp Registration Includes:
-PADI Junior Open Water Diver class and pool training.
-PADI Junior Open Water Diver open water certification @ Chatfield
-Swim with the Fish experience at the [...]

World Oceans Day, June 8th!!

May 23rd, 2009 · Posted in Conservation · 0 Comments

World Oceans Day is approaching and there is lots to do to show your support for this great day. Awareness projects are occuring all over the country, and many companies are getting involved. Lots of them, if you purchase or participate in something they are promoting they will donate an extra amount in [...]

Do you have your Seafood Watch Guide?

May 11th, 2009 · Posted in Conservation · 0 Comments

Don’t forget to pick up your Seafood Watch Guide at the May Sale!!
Many fish stocks are declining at an alarming rate. Many of these species of fish are popular seafood choices at your local grocery or favorite restaurant. Monterey Bay Aquarium and Project Aware have teamed up to compile a list of the best, good [...]

Help Stop Mercury Pollution….

May 6th, 2009 · Posted in Conservation · 0 Comments

A new study has revealed a link between human emissions of mercury and the contamination of marine fish. It has been discovered that the mercury in the ocean, is not 100% naturally occuring. Scientists have discovered that mercury pollution has caused a 200-400% increase in the amount of mercuryin our world’s oceans. [...]