AMAZING??? Dive Stories
358779
Anything that bills itself as amazing should be just that - but this is not the case with this book. Some good short stories, but amazing, no.  The bulk of this book is filled with average stories. If you are looking for an amazing dive book, read Shadow Divers.
998809
Based on hours of interviews with Alvarenga and his rescuers, this book didn't grab me right away but I got sucked in once that storm hit.  I felt like I was there, the descriptions were vivid and scary. Interspersed with the story are snippets of information from oceanographers, doctors, earth science specialists, and climate specialists and other people who have survived in crazy conditions, which really added to the story by making it educational as well as entertaining

Somehow Alvarenga surived for 14 months adrift at sea. He started out in Mexico and finally washed ashore in the Pacific Islands. Relying on his wit and his amazing ability to figure things out he learned how to fish with no hooks, store water and even catch birds. By scavenging trash that floated by and improvising he figured out how to survive, but Alvarengas greatest feat was staying sane under these crazy conditions.

I have read many stories on survival but this tale will stick with me. Alvarenga's will to survive and his extraordinary ingenuity really got him through in the toughest conditions. It really gives you a new perspective on life and a new appreciation for everything you have.
4673948
If you like non stop action built around an underwater world you'd never know existed buy this audio book.  An adventure into the back woods and swamps of Florida where all kinds of exotic animals are dumped and find refuge in the tropical climate.  Underwater caves, Batista gold plane and murderers lurking.  Exelently read.  I breathed every breath along with the divers.
1170157
Tony has captured his amazing life beautifully, I should know as I was a part of it, being a former Clearance Diver with Tony when we qualified back in the 'Old Days'. It is a very exciting reading for people who have not walked in our shoes and sometimes almost unbelievable, but, believe me it is all true. Maybe that is why the rest of the Clearance Diving Branch refer to us as the 'Old and Bold'. Well done Tony.
3275125
I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in US Navy Life & Navy Diving, or diving in general.  I know this sounds cliche', but I literally laughed out loud while reading this book.  I read a review that called this book the "manliest book"  ever and I agree.  The stories were First Class and enjoyable.  Buy this book, it's worth the read!
812856
I met Stan Waterman at the Blue Wild Ocean Expo years ago and bought his first book Sea Salt. I read and enjoyed it TWICE cover to cover. When Stan made his annual appearance at Blue Wild this past Feb his Sea Salt II was sold out at the show. I ordered my copy from Amazon and as soon as I opened the cover and started reading I could not put the book down! I really think Stan out did himself with this one! As a lover of the ocean and an avid scuba diver around the world I think if I'd known Stan earlier in my life his stories could have changed my course! Stan followed his passion for LIFE and was able to share that passion with his Family. Stan's articulate stories in this book are as captivating as listening to him share his presentations at a Dive Show. I highly recommend Sea Salt I AND Sea Salt II More Salt. I'm reading it for the 2nd time!
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I found this book looking on the internet, after a trip to the Napo River in my home country of Ecuador. Our guides had told us about a "crazy dude" who built his own raft and went to Brazil from Ecuador, down the Napo and Amazon rivers. I was amazed by this adventure, and had to find out more. I eventually found Henrik and his blog. What an amazing experience my friend! You are living life to the fullest, and I salute your courage and determination! Thanks for writing this book and sharing your experiences. Please, keep us posted on your new adventures to come!
2518802
Another great book by John Kean, very interesting tho if you're only buying one book I found his book on deep diving records incredible, just brilliant. Both GREAT books though, this is a wonderful insight into what happens when you chuck your corporate life in the UK and become an instructor in Egypt and it spans an enormous period of time. Hightly recommended. Read both, I did :)
4361766
Went snokeling in Galapagos with NGS. Lots of diving and it worked great.
2984764
Love reading these stories from Chet's point of view.
Harrowing adventures in this one and I was amazed he could swim for that many hours.  Wonder if dogs really have been recorded doing that or if it was all fiction?  Nice to take a trip to the bayou where almost everyone was a bit off center.
Thanks for zinging off shore drilling.  Chet didn't see the half of what destruction it brings.
487177
We love it! We wish you sold a underwater light and maybe you will sometime. When we get done editing we will send you a copy of underwater lobster fishing. I also used it flying over the islands and it was great,my hands could be free ,I used the head gear. Having lots of fun. Risky to use it scallop dragging (rocks flying) but we might try it, it might be the end of the camera! we'll let you know.
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I'm a recreational diver at the moment and I love this reference guide to some of  the amazing stuff you can encounter while diving! Although it's just a small sample of what you'll run into underwater, it's a very informative and helpful guide to browse through before and after your dives to give your dive a fun scavenger hunt!  It comes with a retractable clip that prevents it from getting lost or misplaced. A great gift for those considering becoming a scuba diver and veterans alike. Even if you don't go diving it will take you into the amazing underwater world through the wonderful pictures along with a description of the marine life shown.
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Myths and legends have plenty of adventure stories on man exploring the unfriendly ocean. In real life, fisherman, explorers, divers, lighthouse workers, and navigators have attempted to fathom the mysteries of the Seven Seas. But befriending the ferocious 80 foot waves on a surf board, with no protection, is reserved for a selected, courageous few who risk their lives every time they choose to ride the waves. This amazing program gives the audience a first-hand graphic look at their oceanic experiences. The photography is spectacular.

For those who are interested in the history of surfing, there is a lot of it here, with the surfers themselves narrating their accounts and challenges in a simple style even non-surfers can understand. These surfers are dare-devils and eccentrics who seem to have a need to thrive on danger. They have some amazing anecdotes to share.

This is a wonderful program. One need not know the first thing about surfing to enjoy the thrill of this show.
4830350
Steve Lewis (Doppler) writes another winner. He just keeps on trying to save all the starfish..Just read it you will understand..  IMHO Steve would be a great scuba instructor to learn from any of you that are close enough to him..
2799357
I was never one to go to beaches let alone feel compelled to go scuba diving. This DVD "hooked" (no pun intended) me the moment it began. Everyone, including me, who was watched this video has become mesmerized by the brilliant colors, incredible variety of fish/reefs, and music. Be prepared to feel enveloped in a sense of calm as your drift with the ebb & flow of the water currents.
738863
Amazing ^_^ just love swimming in the monofin! I was taught to swim with my legs together (as odd as that seems) so this was just a way to help me get more speed behind me.
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This book has been one of the most interesting dive books that I have ever read. I am moving from Florida where I am a Master Diver and have done all of my diving to NY where I didn't think that I would be doing any diving unless I went to the Islands but this book as proven me totally wrong. The writer is incredibly experienced and helpful and makes diving in New York sound like a whole new world of diving is about to open up to me. I am totally excited to get up there and begin discovering new dive spots.

Thanks again for all of the information!

Claudia and Wendy