Author: oceanopportunity
the chronic physical hazards of the life aquatic
Just 45 days into 2012, and I’m at hour 82 spent underwater for the year – and its not getting any easier. I’ve discussed the myriad of physical problems faced with diving here previously. Given that we’re still in the thick of winter (though be it a mild one), the environmental factors alone can wreak…
Read MoreThe Age of Aquarius
Fifty years ago today – February 4th, 1962 – a particular celestial alignment lent itself to our embracing ‘the Age of Aquarius’. This was of course an interesting time, with the Age coinciding with radical sociopolitical change, and the outward promotion of a liberal new world view. Of course, the word ‘Aquarius’ share its roots with…
Read MoreReconnect by disconnecting
Recent news headlines brought us a story of a young man who relinquished his digital ties for 90 days. Yes, this is such an outrageous concept that it made national news. What does this say about our species? I see it as losing touch with our role here on Earth…and a step in human devolution,…
Read More2012 Northeast Rebreather & Advanced Diving Technology Workshop
We’re just one week away! Space is still available – register today! All are invited to attend the 2012 Northeast Rebreather & Advanced Diving Technology Workshop on Saturday February 4th, 2012. The event is being organized by Ocean Opportunity Inc, and graciously hosted at the University of Rhode Island. Our first workshop in 2010 proved hugely…
Read Moreanother dive industry acronym: PCB
Diving is full of acronyms and abbreviations – agencies such as NAUI, PADI, TDI, IANTD; those used in dive planning such as RNT, TNT, RDT, those used for equipment modes such as SSA, OC, CCR, SCR, and it goes on and on and on. Some recent work leads me to discuss yet another abbreviation that those…
Read More‘P.I.G.’ welding the wet way
Winter diving here in New England brings three things – 1) mid 30 degree water, 2) good visibility, and 3) more work than I know what to do with. All good problems in one way or another. We combat the cold with hotwater suits, circulating a steady flow of water over the diver’s body just above…
Read Moreupdate on the Ocean State’s ‘Oceans Aquarium’
Today I am very proud to share a recent television broadcast update on the Oceans Aquarium Research & Science Center (OARS). The project has been catalyzed by Victor Moffitt of Coventry, RI. This is a needed, necessary, and frankly common-sensical project for our Ocean State. Stay tuned as major strides are taken to develop Phase…
Read Morethe decision NOT to dive
Of all the decisions we must make as divers, the most difficult is often the decision NOT to dive. Those of us diving in the commercial sector know that this decision can often cost a business a considerable amount of money, and even earn a sour reputation should a diver show up on sight and…
Read Morea new perspective on ‘our’ undersea world for 2012
With the turn of this new year, this is an opportune time to reflect on this year’s past and more importantly – start focusing energies for what lies ahead. The last two years have marked a timely and ambitious push to take my deep exploration work to new depths, and shed light on a new public…
Read Morethe whoas and woes of winter diving
Our mild fall has passed, and we’re officially into winter diving. The sign for me is waking up to find my hotwater suit (which was hanging out to dry) frozen solid – a less than inviting garment to don at 7AM. So be it… Winter diving here in New England brings us both ‘whoas’ and…
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