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The Mobula Ray Migration in La Ventana: Everything You Need to KnowEach spring and early summer, the quiet waters of La Ventana in Baja California Sur transform into the stage for one of nature’s most incredible ocean spectacles: the mobula ray migration. If you're planning a trip to Baja or looking for a truly unforgettable marine wildlife encounter, here’s everything you need to know about this unique migration and why La Ventana is one of the best places to experience it.
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What to Pack for a Liveaboard Dive Trip + Free PDF Checklist!Whether it’s your first liveaboard or your fifth, packing for a week (or more!) on a dive boat takes some thoughtful planning. You won’t have easy access to shops once you're out at sea, so being prepared is key.
Here’s the ultimate, no-fluff guide to what you really need to bring on a scuba diving liveaboard.
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Saving the Sea Turtles: What You Need to KnowWhy Do Sea Turtles Need Our Help? Learn how sea turtles are an indicator species for ocean health and the challenges they face due to human interference. Discover why sea turtles are vital to marine ecosystems and simple actions we can take to protect them.
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How to Improve Your Air Consumption While Scuba...
Running low on air faster than your dive buddies? You’re not alone. Many divers, especially beginners, find themselves surfacing sooner than they’d like, wishing they could stretch their tank a...
How to Improve Your Air Consumption While Scuba...
Running low on air faster than your dive buddies? You’re not alone. Many divers, especially beginners, find themselves surfacing sooner than they’d like, wishing they could stretch their tank a...
7 Sustainable Habits for a Greener 2025
The start of a new year is the perfect opportunity to reflect on our habits and adopt changes that benefit the planet. If reducing single-use plastic and embracing sustainability feels...
7 Sustainable Habits for a Greener 2025
The start of a new year is the perfect opportunity to reflect on our habits and adopt changes that benefit the planet. If reducing single-use plastic and embracing sustainability feels...
New Year, New Us! Salinity Swimwear Joins 1% fo...
With the new year comes fresh opportunities to grow, improve, and do better—and that’s exactly what we’re embracing at Salinity Swimwear. After hours of researching and reflecting on how we...
New Year, New Us! Salinity Swimwear Joins 1% fo...
With the new year comes fresh opportunities to grow, improve, and do better—and that’s exactly what we’re embracing at Salinity Swimwear. After hours of researching and reflecting on how we...
10 Must-Have Eco-Friendly Divewear Brands for W...
Scuba divers understand that what we wear in the water is more than just gear—it’s an extension of our connection to the ocean. The right dive clothing enhances comfort and...
10 Must-Have Eco-Friendly Divewear Brands for W...
Scuba divers understand that what we wear in the water is more than just gear—it’s an extension of our connection to the ocean. The right dive clothing enhances comfort and...
Healing the Deep: How Soul Retrievals Helped Me
As a scuba diver, I’ve faced my share of trauma in and out of the water. I have suffered from depression and anxiety in varies levels at different points of...
Healing the Deep: How Soul Retrievals Helped Me
As a scuba diver, I’ve faced my share of trauma in and out of the water. I have suffered from depression and anxiety in varies levels at different points of...
10 Things More Likely to Kill You than Sharks!
Sharks have a bit of an unfair reputation as ocean villains. While they may look fierce, shark attacks are extremely rare, with only around 5 fatal incidents worldwide each year....
10 Things More Likely to Kill You than Sharks!
Sharks have a bit of an unfair reputation as ocean villains. While they may look fierce, shark attacks are extremely rare, with only around 5 fatal incidents worldwide each year....
Women Who Make Waves
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Read more about Liberty BoydFrom a young age, Liberty Boyd was drawn to the ocean, the reef was just offshore from her Florida hometown which became her first underwater classroom. Filled with curiosity, fish, and the quiet magic of the sea. Today, that early spark has grown into a full-fledged career as a marine biologist and postdoctoral research fellow at Florida Atlantic University, where she studies the conservation biology and movement ecology of marine megafauna—especially sea turtles.
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Read more about Dr. Katy AyresShe’s a marine scientist through and through, with a focus on studying shark aggregations within marine protected areas in Baja California Sur. She also remotely analyzes shark movement data for a nonprofit organization, and works as a shark safety diver, guiding snorkeling excursions with pelagic sharks. What makes Katy stand out isn’t just her credentials (which are seriously impressive) it’s her grounded, generous presence her dedication to science, conservation, and inclusion. We asked her to share more about her journey.
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Read more about Carlee JacksonCarlee is one of those people wearing about a million hats a Jill of all trades. She’s a marine biologist specializing in the effects of tourism on sharks, an environmental educator taking students on field trips around Florida, the Director of Communications and co-founder of Minorities in Shark Sciences (MISS), a freelance science communicator, and yep — a children’s book author too!
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Read more about Lindsey SmithLindsey Smith’s handmade bikinis have become iconic on Baja beaches and beyond. What started as a DIY project for a broke surf bum has grown into Acuarela Swimwear—a sustainable, made-to-order brand creating custom pieces for everyBODY. Now based in Santa Cruz, Lindsey balances motherhood with designing swimwear that reflects her love for the ocean, surfing, and slow fashion.
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Read more about Issy Von ZastrowA former world-class kiteboarder and now a full-time watercolor artist, Issy has spent most of her life connected to the ocean. Whether she’s out surfing her local break or painting pieces in her studio, water is at the center of everything she does. Her story is one of independence, reinvention, and finding freedom through both movement and art.
