Monthly Archives: May 2012

Coral Reefs Formation Types – Coral 102


There are several types of reef systems in the world’s oceans. The three major types of coral reefs around the world are atolls, fringing reefs and barrier reefs. Atolls are a roughly circular (annular) oceanic reef system surrounding a central … Continue reading

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Please help fight for the future of our coral reefs!


I love my reefs and I hope that shows in my daily musings. Today I received an email about a workshop in Dania Beach and also an online petition that takes about 30 seconds to be heard. I have put … Continue reading

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Barry the Barracuda reports Godzilla vs Alien Asian Shrimp


Barry the Barracuda reporting in here again.  No it’s not Godzilla vs Alien Asian Shrimp.  Just some sensationalism there to see if you were awake.     Join me tomorrow as I go on the Asian Shrimp Hunt.  My cousin … Continue reading

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Shark teeth 101 – Beach hunting tips


I am getting ready to go on my first shark teeth dive in Venice, Florida next weekend. With the upcoming trip, I thought it might be good to get a handle on what to expect and if possible, search out … Continue reading

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Exposing Sunscreen misconceptions- SPF, Waterproof, ACS royalties


This year I began a journey to find a “REEF SAFE” sunscreen. I love to dive and have an incredible appreciation and love for my oceans and all the wonders they hold, big and small. Never in a MILLION years … Continue reading

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Creature Feature – Four Eye Butterflyfish


I saw this guy up close on my last scuba dive in Lauderdale by the Sea. He was super fast, extremely elegant almost graceful in the water. The one I spotted was flitting in and out of the coral reef … Continue reading

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Raw Elements Sunscreen initial review


I started this post, earlier this year.  You can refer back to it here. Is you sunscreen reef safe? Last year Rich and I stopped wearing sunscreen when diving all together.    Keeping safe from the sun is important and at the … Continue reading

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2012 Lauderdale by the Sea BUGFEST


I have been waiting to announce this until I had some final details ironed out. I think we have most things sorted including hotel deals. This is the inaugural Lauderdale by the Sea BUGFEST. Mini lobster season is 12:01 am … Continue reading

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Today is National Endangered Species Day!


Today is the National Endangered Specie Day! Who is your favorite endangered animal, plant, bird or fish and what are you doing to help them? I love my turtles! It doesn’t matter if it is the less threatened green sea … Continue reading

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Barry the Barracudu – Smoking Barrel found – is it start of Zombie Apocalypse?


Barry the Barracuda reporting in again my dive friends. A couple of days ago I was cruising off shore looking for my next meal, when this barrel went floating by. I thought rum or Hoffa? And my thoughts went back … Continue reading

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