Last year, we had numerous opportunities for divers and not-yet-divers to participate in the conservation efforts we have come to love! We are very thankful to everyone who came out, whether locally here in DC, or on one of our many international adventures, to help […]

Are you a diver that has always been mesmerized by amazing underwater photos and videos? Have you been curious about how to create your own underwater art, but you've been overwhelmed with too many options, places to start and the seemingly unending costs associated with […]

The thirtieth annual DC Environmental Film Festival is on! The films will be showing from March 17-27. A huge range of topics are available, and while we may have a bias towards the ocean related films, there is a a ton to check out.  Click […]

Looking for a great volunteer opportunity while it's chilly outside? We have rescheduled the MLK Day Cleanup for Feb. 20th! Join Blue Planet divers to clean up Rock Creek and give back to our community and the ocean by keeping our waterways clean! Anyone joining […]

By: Jeff In order to fully enjoy your time underwater, you need to be comfortable. We all know this as divers, but figuring out exactly how to make that happen for us individually can be somewhat of a challenge.  Here at Blue Planet, I get […]

Earth Day is approaching! And this year it’s even more special; 2020 marks the 50th anniversary of the very first Earth Day on April 22, 1970. While we can’t get together for big cleanups or rallies, there are still many things we can do as individuals at […]

While the group events of the Rock Creek Extreme Cleanup have been canceled due to public health guidance, the work of stewarding Rock Creek continues. Please help us collect even MORE litter than last year’s cleanup by doing an individual cleanup. This spring is extra […]

We’re offering courses to our divers online! This means you don’t have to come into the shop to discuss knowledge reviews or go through presentations! You’ll meet with your instructor and classmates online. We have the following courses scheduled: Project AWARE Specialist Coral Reef Conservation Fish […]

While the shop may be closed to our customers, we can still place orders for any dive gear you’ve been thinking about buying. Until we open again, we will ship any orders to your home with FREE SHIPPING!* And if it’s any gear that needs to […]

Updated May 27th, 2020: Blue Planet Scuba will be open for curbside drop-off or pick-up by appointment starting Tuesday, June 2nd.  Click here to schedule your curbside appointment! Washington, DC will enter Phase 1 of reopening on May 29th. We know you are as eager […]