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Situated on the south side of the Firth of Forth, the port of
Leith, Edinburgh, is a major harbour for warships and cruise
liners. Over hundreds of years it has been a trading port and a
military dockyard. With Rosyth Dockyard situated further west, this
busy waterway has two historically-important destinations for
vessels and over time, many vessels were sunk during storms, failed
to avoid collisions or were wartime victims of U-boats or aircraft.
From Leith Docks the river widens forming a huge estuary filled
with volcanic islands and submerged pinnacles that are blasted by
fierce tidal streams, providing an opportunity for some fantastic
scenic diving. This is also the final resting place of hundreds of
shipwrecks, many of which are of especial historical importance.
For the diver there is so much to explore in these new and exciting
deeper wrecks that have the added attraction of being little known.
These wrecks include an aircraft carrier, a German light cruiser
that saw action at the Battle of Jutland, aircraft and even
steam-powered submarines are all there waiting to be dived. Unlike
the well-documented and dived River Clyde wrecks on the west coast,
or those in the English Channel, these in the Firth of Forth are
rarely mentioned - although many lie within a 20-mile radius of
Edinburgh. The author has dived all the 100 sites and wrecks in the
book and as a professional underwater photographer has provided
truly atmospheric images that capture the special identity of these
East coast wrecks and reefs. As well as his detailed knowledge of
the sites, the author has also given his recommendations for dive
sites, including their GPS positions, safety, and skill level
required. Practical information such as dive centres, dive boats,
accommodation and onshore activities is also included. This guide
will help divers select the best dives to suit local weather
conditions and to find the best scenic sites. It includes all the
new and exciting dive sites recently found in areas such as
Burntisland, North Berwick, Dunbar, St. Abbs and Eyemouth and
information on how best to dive them - an absolute must for divers
visiting this area!
Let Dorset Dives take you on a personal journey to 50 of the
greatest dive sites the Dorset coastline has to offer. Here, there
are so many opportunities to get wet and against one of the
country's most beautiful backdrops - the Jurassic Coast. A UNESCO
World Heritage site, the Dorset coast boasts seriously good scallop
diving, sheltered, shallow or deep wrecks, scenic reef dives, easy
shore dives and daring drifts. Will has chosen a selection of dive
sites spanning the length of the Dorset coastline, all within a
comfortable depth for the recreational diver and some of the sites
featured will certainly require diving more than once. The wrecks
are illustrated by Max Ellis, based on the original rough sketches
John Liddiard made for DIVER magazine's `Wreck Tours' feature, with
minimal coloured backgrounds added. With a Foreword by Paul Rose.
Visitors cannot help but be enchanted by the sea lions of Los
Islotes. They emanate finesse and charm without a hint of illusion
or wizardry. There is no incantation or voodoo, just an abounding
sense of play that inspires every visitor. When it comes to wild
animal encounters, Los Islotes is almost nirvana. Few places so
close to a city can truly offer such a convenient and accessible
opportunity to interact with Mother Nature in her untamed state.
California sea lions are the main residents, strangely thriving in
a place so accessible to tourists. Initial introductions begin at
the surface; encounters are then formalized below the water as
Poseidon's ocean ambassadors exuberantly whiz towards and around
diver and snorkeler alike. With vivid underwater photography
throughout by a uniquely positioned author, The Sea Lions of Los
Islotes takes readers straight into the world of these most
charismatic marine mammals.
From the best-selling author of four classic UK diving books, comes
The Darkness Below - a collection of absorbing adventures gained
from a lifetime in diving. As one of the UK's leading Technical
Divers, Rod takes the reader on a spellbinding and gripping
journey, from first beginnings as a novice scuba diver. Told in
intimate detail with a beguiling sense of self-deprecating humour,
he recounts epic dives on some of the most fabulous shipwrecks
around the world. Terrifying first explorations of virgin
shipwrecks far offshore, lost in time and enshrouded in darkness in
the silent depths, cram the pages. A daring expedition into the
heart of the feared Corryvreckan whirlpool, the third largest in
the world, an open sea encounter with Orca killer whales and an
agonizing attack of the bends keep the reader engrossed. The
palpable gloom, despair and human tragedy of the wrecks is never
far away - the cold and darkness of the depths almost resonating
with the cries of those who have perished. The fear of entrapment
inside a wreck is grippingly described and becomes almost
claustrophobic to the reader unfamiliar with the perils of wreck
penetration, when snagged nets sometimes billow unseen above the
unwary diver. However, there are rewards when survivors from wrecks
are keen to speak to someone who has seen and touched their ship
that had been lost long ago. This is an unmissable book for all
divers and anyone interested in maritime history.
Erik Petkovic's Lake Erie Technical Wreck Diving Guide is packed
with tales of sailing ships and steamers that foundered, succumbed
to storms, collided and were engulfed in flames. Ships that sunk
more than once, or were involved in wars, slave escapes and
catastrophic collisions on the shallowest of the Great Lakes. There
are some whose full story is still a mystery waiting to be
discovered. The author's original research reveals daring tales of
deep salvage, valuable cargo, submarines, experimental engineering,
unknown wrecks, and missing, yet-to-be-discovered vessels. This new
guide brings to life the lost history of the ships, passengers and
crew. Then there are the dives themselves. Some of the wrecks are
remarkably intact for their age. Features which can be seen include
complete wooden ship's wheels, standing masts, rudders, propellers,
portholes, boilers, and steamship hogging arches. As well as a
description, each wreck's current condition, location, dimensions,
hazards and highlights are given. Photos and archive materials also
help bring these rarely dived wrecks to life.
Erik Petkovic's Lake Erie Technical Wreck Diving Guide is packed
with tales of sailing ships and steamers that foundered, succumbed
to storms, collided and were engulfed in flames. Ships that sunk
more than once, or were involved in wars, slave escapes and
catastrophic collisions on the shallowest of the Great Lakes. There
are some whose full story is still a mystery waiting to be
discovered. The author's original research reveals daring tales of
deep salvage, valuable cargo, submarines, experimental engineering,
unknown wrecks, and missing, yet-to-be-discovered vessels. This new
guide brings to life the lost history of the ships, passengers and
crew. Then there are the dives themselves. Some of the wrecks are
remarkably intact for their age. Features which can be seen include
complete wooden ship's wheels, standing masts, rudders, propellers,
portholes, boilers, and steamship hogging arches. As well as a
description, each wreck's current condition, location, dimensions,
hazards and highlights are given. Photos and archive materials also
help bring these rarely dived wrecks to life.
The Diver's Tale is an unvarnished account of real British diving,
based on the author's 40+ year experience. Britain is an island
nation so, unsurprisingly, scuba diving is a popular British
pastime enjoyed by thousands of keen participants and just as many
of the armchair variety. A carefully-structured programme of
training ensures that UK divers are well-prepared for the
challenging conditions which may be encountered beneath our seas.
Or does it? How many trainee divers were taught about the perils of
high-speed testicular trauma during descent? Or the dangers of
having sex in a tent with a deaf person? Why bacon should be in
your first aid kit. How to build a space shuttle using salvaged
ammunition? Or why the name Valerie is so very special? During a
40-year plus odyssey through the strange and exotic world of
British diving, Nick Lyon and his disparate collection of buddies
have answered all these questions from personal experience, and
many more besides. It may not be pretty, it may not be painless,
but it is real British diving. The Diver's Tale is not a diving
manual - quite the opposite. How not to do it, why not to do it,
when not to do it and who not to do it with.
Diving in Indonesia is a fully comprehensive diving guidebook for
exploring the most notable areas of Indonesia. A chapter is devoted
to each of the following important regions in Indonesia for divers:
Bali North Sulawesi Central, South and Southeast Sulawesi Nusa
Teggara (Lombok, Komodo, Timor, Alor) Raja Ampat & West Papua
Maluku (Ambon, Banda & Halmahera) Each chapter relates to a
different region and provides the reader with area maps, dive site
maps, diving information which includes: Difficulty level
highlights Logistics General area information General diving
information Detailed dive site descriptions Useful diving contacts
such as emergency services and emergency diving services,
liveaboard diving, marine life features, conservation features and
travel planners are included, making this a complete diving guide.
There are also sections regarding general travel practicalities in
Indonesia, general diving practicalities in Indonesia, a basic
Indonesian dictionary and phrases specifically relating to diving.
Dive Into the Fascinating World of Marine Biology!Beneath the Blue
Planet is the perfect educational guide for divers, snorkelers,
children, and parents. Learn about the ocean, its ecosystems and
its conservation from the founders of Reef Smart Guides!Your blue
planet adventure starts now! Beneath the Blue Planet is the
ultimate guide to the ocean, its creatures, and its conservation.
This comprehensive and pioneering book answers many of the burning
questions that divers and snorkelers have after exploring the
underwater world. If you want to know how the ocean works,
understand the perils that coral reefs face and learn about some of
the world's most fascinating marine creatures, then this book will
guide you. Beneath the Blue Planet traces the story of our ocean
from Earth's formation to the modern day, detailing the science
behind everything from currents and chemistry to the fascinating
ecology of its creatures, ranging from plankton to whales. Beyond
explaining why the ocean and its inhabitants are so remarkable,
Beneath the Blue Planet explores the serious challenges this
precious environment faces, and offers insights into how we can
work to preserve it for future generations and continue ocean
exploration. Inside, you'll discover: The story of the ocean from
its formation to the modern day Coral reefs and the remarkable
creatures that inhabit this ecosystem The fascinating natural
history of modern-day sharks and their ancient relatives. The
challenges faced by the ocean and what we can do to preserve it for
future generations If you liked Oceanology, 100 Dives of a
Lifetime, and are a fan of the Reef Smart Guides, Dive and Snorkel
travel series, you'll love Beneath the Blue Planet.
True Tales of Trouble in the Deep and What You Can Learn from Them.
"One diver, after a seemingly brief period below the surface,
discovers that his gas supply has run perilously low. Another,
paralyzed, bobs helplessly on the surface, and when a poorly
trained divemaster attempts rescue, things go from bad to worse.
Two other divers, fascinated by the bountiful undersea life of the
Caribbean, fail to notice that a powerful current is sweeping them
rapidly away from their unattended boat.,"
These are just a few of the true stories youll find in "Diver
Down," most of them involving diver error and resulting in serious
injury or death. This unique survival guide explores the gamut of
diving situations, including cave and wreck diving, deep-water
dives, river and drift diving, decompression sickness, and much
more. It shows you how to prevent tragic mishaps through: . .
Inspection and maintenance of primary and secondary diving gear.
Learning and following established safety protocols. Confirming the
training and credentials of diving professionals. Practicing
emergency responses under real-world conditions. .
Captain Michael R. Ange is the Managing Director of the Americas
Division for the Professional Scuba Association International and
contributing writer and technical editor for "Scuba Diving"
magazine. During his diving career, Ange has trained more than
3,000 divers and several hundred instructors from around the
world..
This field guide illustrates all the fish, corals, invertebrates
and plants you are most likely to encounter in less than 15 feet of
water in the Caribbean. Humann's photographs are excellent for
identification purposes - and the handy size makes it perfect to
take along in the boat or to the beach.
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