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The World's Largest Artificial Reef Project
It takes a lot of work to transform a ship into an artificial reef. We take a look behind the scenes as the massive SS United States is prepped for its new home on the seafloor.

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There’s New Evidence That Fish Are Self-Aware

A new study has found that some fish can recognize their own faces in photos and mirrors—a sign of self-awareness.

Shark-Diving Hot Spot Isla Guadalupe Permanently Closed

For years, Mexico’s Isla Guadalupe has been a dream destination for shark lovers. That dream is no more; the Great White cage diving hot spot has been permanently closed to tourism.

Rose Huizenga Named Sea Hero for Making Conservation Careers Accessible

For her ingenuity and perseverance, Rose Huizenga is our February 2023 Sea Hero.

The Dark Side of Our Fascination with Antarctica

Antarctica and its ocean have long-intrigued explorers, scientists, fishermen and those bitten by the extreme environments travel bug.

New NASA Satellite to Map the Earth’s Seas

In Dec. 2022, NASA and its international space agency partners launched a new, satellite that will survey and map the planet’s oceans, rivers, lakes and reservoirs.

PADI Club: Another Way to Connect

Join PADI Club for frequent live and virtual events, from our virtual Speaker Series and Filmmaker Series to cocktail events and get-togethers in a city near you.

Marine Protected Areas May Hold the Secret to Our Ocean's Challenges

We as a dive community are stewards of this coming ocean, and how we tend to these rebounding resources now will dictate what version of the ocean we will be leaving for the next generation of dive