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How To Prevent a Shark Attack

teacher — Mon, 17 Sep 2007 14:57:48 -0500

Oceans are undoubtedly one of the biggest tourist attractions worldwide. Although the ocean's natural beauty puts surfers, divers and swimmers under its spell, an ocean also has some dangers lurking in its depths. One of those dangers is the possibility of a shark attack. In fact, even some rivers are home to a particularly aggressive type of shark: The bull shark. Although shark attacks on humans are rare, they do happen approximately 56 times a year, worldwide.

In fact, 100 millions sharks are slaughtered every year as they fall victim to human hands. Shark fins are used for a culinary delicacy that is popular in Asia: Shark fin soup. Once the fin is removed, the shark is sometimes thrown back into the water while still alive to die a painful death.

How To Surf

The2 — Fri, 26 Jan 2007 16:17:00 -0600

Learning to surf is a great summer activity if you're going to be spending some time at the beach. It gets you outside and in the water, and you feel triumphant when you finally stand up on your board and ride across the ocean, even if it's just for a few seconds.

If you're a patient person, and enjoy being out in the sun and the water anyway, learning to surf will be a cathartic summer sport that lets you be as intense or mellow as you wish. If you're opting out of surfing lessons, or just want to be ahead of the game, then you should know the basics.

How To Choose a Surfboard

marcosriso — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 17:28:03 -0600

Surfing is a very healthy and pleasurable sport when practiced with the proper preparation and knowledge. And a good surfboard is an indispensable item for every surfer. Follow the tips below to help you choose the best surfboard:

How To Buy a Buoyancy Compensator Device (BCD)

redhawktwo — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 13:57:16 -0500

Ask ten scuba divers about which is the best buoyancy compensator device (BCD), and you will get just as many answers. For most applications, brand names aren't as important as where you will primarily be using the BCD. When I first began scuba diving, I immediately bought a complete set of gear for myself and my wife. We bought regulators, dive computers, BCD, warm water wetsuits and cold water wetsuits. In this article I'd like to give you some ideas on how to buy a BCD.

How To Get Started Kayaking

jasonkeeley — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 17:06:17 -0500

How To Pick Snorkeling Gear

mterebessy — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 17:01:06 -0600

Finding snorkeling gear can lead to either a fantastic experience or a miserable one unless you follow a few simple steps.

How To Hold Your Breath for Long Periods of Time

teen — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 22:39:50 -0600

Holding your breath is all about increasing your lung capacity and controlling how you breathe. If you want to hold your breath for long periods of time you will need to gradually increase your capacity and control. Follow these steps to learn how to hold your breath.

How To Find the Best Sea Kayaking Destinations

jasonkeeley — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 11:24:20 -0600

Sea kayaking is a popular vacation theme in the United States and North America. Many people enjoy vacations where they not only have a chance to relax and enjoy the scenery, but also participate in fun and exhilarating activities, unlike anything they would find at home. Sea kayaking satisfies all of these desires, often offering the best way of exploring and enjoying some of the wildest and most beautiful places in North America.

Below are six of the best sea kayaking destinations to be found in North America. Discover the best of Alaska kayaking, Hawaii kayaking, and Rosarito Beach kayaking.

How to Throw a Pool Party

Megan — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 15:33:27 -0600

There's nothing quite like the fun of a pool party in the summertime. To make them unforgettable, you'll need to plan your pool party ahead of time. Here's how to throw a pool party that everyone will be talking about:

How To Stay Safe Around a Swimming Pool

Megan — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 15:32:33 -0600

With summer comes the chance to have a lot of fun in the water. If you're going to be around a swimming pool, especially with young children, make sure you know how to stay safe. Here's how to stay safe around a swimming pool: