Worried that an overzealous dive guide might push you beyond your comfort level? Here's how to establish boundaries before you book your next trip.

One way to ensure your new dive computer has all the functionality you could imagine is to build your own. We spoke with a dive computer engineer to learn more about this career path.

Mistakes happen, but those mishaps can be deadly when you're diving. Here's what happened when one diver experienced a rapid ascent after their weight belt accidentally dropped.

Investing in your own dive gear is not expensive. So where do you start? Here, we're showing you what gear to invest in first and what you should keep renting.

Becoming an environmental consultant is like getting paid to do what you're already doing—spreading the good word about going green. Here's what it's like to be one.

Interested in learning more about rebreathers or hoping to make a decision? This short guide will help you understand the basic differences between mechanical and electronic closed-circuit rebreathers.

No amount of eagerness to dive should ever make you skip any pre-dive safety checks. Here's what happened to one diver who learned that lesson the hard way.

Octopuses are among the smartest animals in the ocean, and we still have a lot more to learn about them. Here's what a career studying cephalopods is like—and how to kickstart your own.

Currents are found in all types of dive sites, and while common, they do require additional skills to manage. Here's how to prepare and learn how to enjoy the ride.