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Crab Lover and I hit Firehouse today. I hope she posts pictures. She found two Harlequin Shrimp in a little puka. Neither of us has ever seen these on a dive before. She saw them at the aquarium and knew what to expect. I, however, thought they would be larger. They are so cute...

OK, I don't think it falling off the boat counts as you having lost your mask. It is lost, but you didn't do it. I guess I'm thinking this poll is about losing a mask while diving. Or at least while you are in the water.

Only 137 people responded to this poll when it was originally posted. I have never lost a mask and the majority of those answering have not lost a mask. How about more people (not ones that have already answered this poll) participate? I suspect that it isn't that big of a concern...

OMG! That is hilarious (after you take away the scary part)!

FWIW, I was talking to my neighbor the other day and she said about this case, "He was trained to Rescue. That was his job!" I wonder how many other non-divers have that perception, aided by the media reports. It's too bad. I actually think I would make a good juror for this case. I hope...

You will see that everyone has their own ideas of who to go with. In October, you will want to do boat diving anyway. Most of the boats that go out of Kewalo Basin will do a relatively deep wreck dive and follow with a shallower reef dive. So contact a few operators and see who you feel...

I agree that ignorance is costly. Pot, meet kettle. Regarding your last comment, since you keep on beating this dead horse, is it safe to say you play for the other team?

I can't believe there are 100 posts about bananas. Oh, it really isn't about bananas, though, is it? The discussion is about beliefs and courtesy. PB thinks the superstition is ridiculous. I think most people would agree that it is. PB tries to prove the ridiculousness of it by...

I find the show distasteful. She is a showman for the masses, though. I choose to ignore her. I do not understand the hate, though. Why does she incite such strong feelings? You guys give her too much power in your life. Let it go.

Yes, when I was getting my tanks filled, I looked in Hoover's book and didn't see them. But my memory isn't what it should be. Fun to find things I've never seen before. Oh, and if she gets to name the nudi's, the first one should be birthday balloon nudibranch, because the top looks like...

Freaky! Thanks for the video. A photo wouldn't have done it justice.

I'm not sure why you think you have to take Fundie's to be a good buddy??? Just because it is stressed in that class, doesn't mean it can't be stressed in OW. FWIW, I have not taken Fundies, but have learned much from folks who have.

I have a SS plate. I have never felt pushed forward. I am super comfortable on the surface. Did you friend try yours out? Do you feel like you are being pushed forward?

I agree that good buddy skills are not usually taught in OW. That really should be done. I also agree that self reliance is very important. I do think DAN did not really cover all the bases on this incident. I have had buddies just take off on me. One time I was chasing, and chasing, and...

Here is how it will work. They institute these baggage and other fees now. Then, in about 6 - 9 months, say that they have to raise fares. Now, we are used to the other fees, they keep those AND raise fares. Make no mistake, they will raise fares. But the other fees will stay, too.

I liked it very much. I feel for you, in your volunteer status to get rolled. You probably had lots of sand to clean out of everything! We only see one entry & exit on this clip. Does the other entry involve walking in, carrying your fins?

I hope I get the opportunity to personally thank the skipper.

Why do you think the skipper won't talk? Did you try? Do you know the skipper?

Just called KYC and the receptionist didn't know anything about it. They wouldn't give me the name or phone info for the skipper of the Desperato, but took my name and number and will ask them to call me. I'm very curious as well. I hope I get some good information. I will post if I...

My first thought was that, of course it is increasing. How can it decrease? Once you are certified, you don't lose your status. Whether you should or not is a different discussion. So the question is either 1) is the number of new certifications increasing yearly or, 2) Is the number of...