Day of the Week Saturday
june
01jun10:00 am6:00 pmHUMAN FACTORS IN DIVING: A SAFETY SKILLS SEMINARPresented by Mel Futrell
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You’ve bought all of the best equipment. You’re ready to go with maximum safety. But are you really? 41 percent of fatalities on a DAN research study listed “Out of
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You’ve bought all of the best equipment. You’re ready to go with maximum safety. But are you really? 41 percent of fatalities on a DAN research study listed “Out of Air” as a cause. Certainly those divers ‘knew better’ and prepared properly… right? Learn what you can do to maximize your real safety by diving into real cases and tried and true tips from the aviation industry’s extensive history with human factors. Explore why humans are so error-prone and find out why accidents really happen. Then you can explore the ocean with the knowledge and confidence to help you avoid being ‘that story.’
01jun4:00 pm4:00 pmDiving the Ends of the EarthPresented by Jeff Bozanic
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California divers think they are cold water divers, but come see what REALLY cold water diving is like! Jeff will take us to Svalbard, Greenland, Iceland, and Antarctica
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California divers think they are cold water divers, but come see what REALLY cold water diving is like! Jeff will take us to Svalbard, Greenland, Iceland, and Antarctica to visit water that may be as cold as 28 degrees F! Explore with us as we learn about fish that have antifreeze in their blood to keep them from freezing solid. Descend in holes through 23 feet of solid ice as we study life on Mars. Look at polar bears (from a distance), musk ox, snow hares, and reindeer. Visit remote islands where you’ll see over 250,000 penguins with a single glance. Reach out to icebergs as they bob up and down in the waves, and wander through shipwrecks frozen in ice and time. Learn how you, too, can visit the most remote polar regions on Earth.
01jun4:00 pm4:00 pmGetting Started in Underwater PhotographyPresented by Terry Feinberg
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Many of us want to share our underwater world with others — and what better way than through photos and videos? But where to begin? This
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Many of us want to share our underwater world with others — and what better way than through photos and videos? But where to begin? This session will provide a list of resources and then explore the types of equipment, from phone cases to action cameras to point-and-shoots to DSLR and mirrorless cameras in housings. Finally, we’ll compare shooting above and below the water and review the basics of settings, and what works — and what doesn’t work — underwater
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Los Angeles County is in the Southern California Bight which offers a rich and diverse marine environment for SCUBA & Freediving. The best diving spots are often in
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Los Angeles County is in the Southern California Bight which offers a rich and diverse marine environment for SCUBA & Freediving. The best diving spots are often in areas with high turbulence potential with different turbulence profiles for each season.
This seminar will discuss how to identify and forecast favorable weather, tide, surf and tidal flow turbulence patterns for popular dive sites in Los Angeles County, utilizing current NOAA and CDIP forecasting tools. Concepts can be applied to other diving locales around the world. Recent updates to NOAA and CDIP tools will be covered as well as opportunities for ocean conditions forecasting and acclimation training applying these concepts. Selected recent weather events will be covered to illustrate concepts presented.
Since unfavorable turbulence patterns and tidal flows are key factors in poor visibility, also covered will be the forecast of the 2024 summer and fall turbulence patterns for the Southern California Bight.
01jun4:00 pm4:00 pmDIVING CALIFORNIA’S CHANNEL ISLANDSPresented by Dale and Kim Sheckler
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Excellent diving conditions in clear life-filled waters aren’t just found in far-flung places requiring a flight. Excellent diving is in our backyard at the California Channel Islands. Five of the
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Excellent diving conditions in clear life-filled waters aren’t just found in far-flung places requiring a flight. Excellent diving is in our backyard at the California Channel Islands. Five of the islands form a National Park. Anacapa is a mere 11 miles from the mainland; the furthest is remote San Nicolas Island at 57 miles out; and of course, the island of romance, Santa Catalina. Each island is different: Different marine life, underwater topographies and diving opportunities. Colorful walls and pinnacles, the fun antics of sea lions, and of course the famous beauty of the giant kelp forests. With over 70 years of combined diving experience in California waters, authors Dale and Kim Sheckler will lead you on a tour of the wonderful Channel Islands.
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In this seminar, I will share “tricks of the trade” professionals adhere to along with things underwater shooters, collectively speaking, can do to improve their work while avoiding pitfalls that
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In this seminar, I will share “tricks of the trade” professionals adhere to along with things underwater shooters, collectively speaking, can do to improve their work while avoiding pitfalls that lead to disappointing results. I have wanted to give this presentation for years but passed because I feared it would sound like I think I know it all. I don’t. There is always more to learn. But with almost five decades of shooting and teaching, I believe my thoughts and experience can help a lot of underwater shooters improve their work and get more out of their efforts.
01jun4:00 pm4:00 pmThe “Adventure-Vs.-Experience” ConundrumPresented by Carly Anderson
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Exotic diving, seeking adventure, and living your life to the fullest: an in-depth analysis of what it means to seek adventure vs. experience. This
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Exotic diving, seeking adventure, and living your life to the fullest: an in-depth analysis of what it means to seek adventure vs. experience.
This presentation will delve into the evidence that spontaneity and taking charge of your exploration can make you a more engaged, healthier, and happier person. What does it take to create the most fulfilling adventures? What is the philosophical difference between creating an adventure versus devising an experience? What are the pros and cons of each, and how have studies shown that shaking up your routine can lead to a longer, more fulfilling, life span?
01jun5:00 pm5:00 pmPremier Kelp Forest Diving in CarmelPresented by Bruce Sudweeks
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On California’s Central Coast the premier real estate locations are in the Carmel area. It turns out that the premier underwater real estate locations are in
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On California’s Central Coast the premier real estate locations are in the Carmel area. It turns out that the premier underwater real estate locations are in the Carmel area as well. Get the inside scoop on diving some of the best sites on the Central Coast. Discover the Zen calmness of (literal) kelp forest bathing.
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Andy and Allison are passionate advocates for California diving and have spent thousands of hours exploring and photographing the incredible marine life off our coast. In this presentation,
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Andy and Allison are passionate advocates for California diving and have spent thousands of hours exploring and photographing the incredible marine life off our coast. In this presentation, they’ll show some of their favorite California underwater images and tell the stories behind each, including the photographic challenges we experience in our local waters, such as dark water, poor visibility, and seasonal fluctuations.
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When there is a scuba fatality in Los Angeles County, the Office of Medical Examiner-Corner is charged with finding out why. Sometimes it’s medically related, many times it is diver
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When there is a scuba fatality in Los Angeles County, the Office of Medical Examiner-Corner is charged with finding out why. Sometimes it’s medically related, many times it is diver error, but all are thoroughly investigated to determine what went wrong. This very popular 90 minute panel discussion is the annual review of actual scuba fatalities from L.A. County that occurred during calendar year 2023. The actual cases will all be presented, covering the accident, the attempted treatment of the victim at the Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber, what the accident analysis discovered, and what the takeaway lessons are. So by coming and listening to what is presented from the actual cases, people might pick up some pointers and safety ideas that will prevent them from being one of the subjects in our 2025 presentation.
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Explore the latest fitness trends for SCUBA diving. This motivational presentation shares innovative ways to stay fit with fun adaptations to proven methods, encouragement to try something new,
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Explore the latest fitness trends for SCUBA diving. This motivational presentation shares innovative ways to stay fit with fun adaptations to proven methods, encouragement to try something new, crossover sports activities, and tips for advancing to the next FitDiver level. Discussion includes the purposeful use of apps and wearable technology for fitness and underwater enthusiasts. Discover tips to help identify what works best for the individual diver of any age and ability. Attendees receive sample workouts, may enter a drawing for free fitness and wellness prizes, and participate in dynamic Q&A intervals throughout the seminar.
01jun6:00 pm6:00 pmOh, BehavePresented by Andy Sallmon and Allison Vitsky Sallmon
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Every underwater photographer hopes to capture images of marine life behavior, but getting great photos that fit the bill can be a challenge. This talk will discuss how
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Every underwater photographer hopes to capture images of marine life behavior, but getting great photos that fit the bill can be a challenge. This talk will discuss how shooters can best take advantage of these opportunities, both anticipated and unanticipated, including research, planning, and adjusting to unexpected situations.
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Encountering a giant sea bass is an exhilarating experience when diving in California and Mexico. However, little is known about their current population size, their spatial patterns, and
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Encountering a giant sea bass is an exhilarating experience when diving in California and Mexico. However, little is known about their current population size, their spatial patterns, and ecology. Marine scientists at the Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory at UC Santa Barbara are hoping to answer critically important research questions about these charismatic fish through the Spotting Giant Sea Bass Project – a community science effort that uses divers’ photographs to identify and track individual giant sea bass. Join us to hear about our updates and how you can contribute to important research on a critically endangered species!
01jun6:00 pm6:00 pmShowdown at Tiger BeachPresented by Paul Cater Deaton
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As an homage to Lloyd Bridges, Sea Hunt, and the black & white television shows of his youth, documentary filmmaker Paul Cater Deaton brings
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As an homage to Lloyd Bridges, Sea Hunt, and the black & white television shows of his youth, documentary filmmaker Paul Cater Deaton brings us Showdown at Tiger Beach. On location 25 miles off the coast of Grand Bahama, PCD joined an expedition with Epic Diving and famed Discovery Channel shark shooter, Joe Romeiro, for some of the most high-voltage diving of his life. At times surrounded by 12 large tigers and dozens of other sharks, the divers found a target-rich environment for filming animal behaviors and heart-stopping human interaction.
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During WWII the South Pacific campaign was characterized by fierce air battles with heavy losses on both sides. Many aircraft were shot down; others suffered mechanical failures or
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During WWII the South Pacific campaign was characterized by fierce air battles with heavy losses on both sides. Many aircraft were shot down; others suffered mechanical failures or got lost and ran out of fuel. Join the Stayers as they explore several of these underwater planes, unlocking each one’s special stories while sharing a divers insight into these tragedies. The program features dives on seven WWII plane wrecks; two Japanese Zero, two Petes, and a Kate, along with an Australian Catalina. The program highlights two American B-25s with their incredible tales; one in the jungle and one in crocodile infested waters.
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Together we will relive the exciting times the Pyramid Dive Club has had with National Geographic over the years, and where we got the amazing
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Together we will relive the exciting times the Pyramid Dive Club has had with National Geographic over the years, and where we got the amazing opportunity to be the first to explore a real flooded tomb! Not only that, but we will also talk about the vast array of expeditions I have been a part of throughout my diving career. I will share some steps you, too, can do to help create experiences of your own that are nothing short of legendary!
01jun8:00 pm8:00 pmRebreathers DemystifiedPresented by Peter DenHaan
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This presentation will clarify the operation principles of rebreathers and their benefits for serious videographers/photographers and technical divers, including the introduction of the first production rebreather
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This presentation will clarify the operation principles of rebreathers and their benefits for serious videographers/photographers and technical divers, including the introduction of the first production rebreather in 1995. We will cover the many rebreather designs available today and explain the pros and cons, discuss the best applications for diving a rebreather, what to look for when purchasing a rebreather, and the required training. Some extreme dives are only practical on a rebreather, with big cost savings!