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Scuba Diving Articles

redondo beach squid run
Scuba Diving Articles 

Diving the Redondo Squid Run – A Mating Aggregation

December 24, 2019December 24, 2019 Brent Durand

Captivating account of the Redondo Beach squid run – a mating aggregation attracting tens of thousands of market squid. Pro photo tips included!

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sea lion underwater at los islotes colony
Scuba Diving Articles 

Scuba Diving a Sea Lion Colony

October 25, 2018January 1, 2019 Brent Durand

Explore the world of a sea lion colony from the eyes of a scuba diving. Piniped facts and unique insights gained from many hours playing with sea pups.

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california beach and shore scuba diving
Scuba Diving Articles 

California Shore Diving Tips & Tricks

October 25, 2018December 31, 2018 Brent Durand

Learn the secrets that the pros use for successful shore diving in California. Master these techniques and you can beach dive anywhere.

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soft coral underwater in raja ampat
Scuba Diving Articles 

The Moon, Tides and Your Dive Trip

October 25, 2018December 31, 2018 Brent Durand

The tide plays a much larger role in your scuba diving experience than you might think. These insights will become essential in your dive trip planning.

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blue ringed octopus facts and info
Marine Life Scuba Diving Articles 

Blue-Ringed Octopus Facts and Photos

April 12, 2018December 16, 2020 Brent Durand

Learn blue-ringed octopus facts, oberservations, and underwater photos of one of the deadliest marine animals in the world.

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