The ocean is often called the "great equalizer." Below the surface, the constraints of gravity fade away, replaced by a 360-degree freedom that many of us take for granted. But for some, the path to that weightless blue world has his.. Read More

  Spring 2026 Clearance Sale Our Spring 2026 Clearance is here! We’re clearing out the shop to make room for new arrivals, which means massive savings for you! The sale starts Saturday, May 2nd, and ends Saturday, May 9th.  Items.. Read More

Get ready for the 7th Annual REEF Fish Out of Water Virtual 5K! It's almost time to get out and get active in your local community while making your miles count. Join us! Here's how:     Register through REEF her.. Read More

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Finding Your Perfect Fit: A Guide to Scuba BCDs and Protecting Our Oceans   Welcome, fellow ocean advocates! As divers, we have a front-row seat to the most beautiful and fragile ecosystems on the planet. Protecting these environments starts wit.. Read More

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Earth Day, Every Day: Lessons from Two Dive Centers and One Shared Commitment By Jen Downey   Action creates change. Earth Day When Earth Day began in 1970 in the United States, it was a response to visible pollution, oil spills, and a growing p.. Read More

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Post-Trip Gear Cleaning: How to Properly Clean Scuba Gear After a Dive Trip You’re home. You’re tired. But this is the most important step. Salt left behind on your gear keeps working long after your vacation ends. Soak it. Soak it real g.. Read More

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  Caring for Your Gear During Your Dive Trip You've arrived. The water is perfect. Let's keep your gear that way. Small habits during your trip make a huge difference in long-term performance. Rinse Early, Rinse Often After each dive day.. Read More

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  Is Your Gear Trip-Ready? A Pre-Travel Scuba Checklist You finally board the boat and pull out your gear bag. As you start setting up, you realize your fin strap is broken. AND your dive computer battery died!  There’s nothing worse .. Read More

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DC Environmental Film Festival 2026 Calling all ocean lovers! Get ready to be inspired, captivated, and moved by some of the most powerful and visually stunning ocean films hitting the screen at the DC Environmental Film Festival. This year's fes.. Read More

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Get Your Ticket – $130 Sunday, March 29, 2026 The Wharf Washington, DC You’ve Heard Us Talk About It for Years… And now it’s finally happening. To celebrate more than 15 years of Blue Planet Scuba diving, traveling, and build.. Read More