Owner: Diveaway Fiji - Scuba diving on the Coral Coast URL:http://diveawayfiji.blogspot.com Join Date: Fri, 13 Apr 2007 22:57:15 -0500 Rating:0 Site Description: A blog by Alex Hill of Diveaway Fiji which is a PADI dive centre based at the award winning Hideaway Resort on the Coral Coast of Viti Levu, the largest of Fiji’s islands. Site statistics:Click here
The Community Conservation Network (CCN) 2007-04-14 03:56:00 The Community Conservation
Network (CCN) assists local communities and their partners to sustain vital ecosystems and resources by fostering relationships and building capacity that results in improved long-term conservation, management effectiveness, and human security. CCN envisions a world where: Stakeholders are engaged in active decision-making about their own resources Resource owners and users are practicing sound resource management Local individuals receive training to improve their skills as environmental stewards Biodiversity is conserved for the long-term in many locations Local livelihoods, food security, and natural resources are sustained Communities are reflective and knowledgeable about their work and its impact.We at Diveaway have supported this through the FLMMA Network in Fiji and specifically the ICM Project.See more of their work worldwide here...http://www.diveaway-fiji.com/
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Top 25 Sexiest Beach in the World 2007-04-14 03:43:00 According to the latest Forbes Traveller magazine, "Picking a favourite spot among the 300-plus islands that comprise the tropical paradise of Fiji is a little like trying to select which morsel of Godiva chocolate to start with after opening the box,"."Thankfully, mother nature has intervened: A break in the reef along the southwest curve of the main island--at the horseshoe-shaped Natadola Beach
--makes for some perfect body-surfing."Natadola ranked alongside other stunning destinations such as Eleuthera in The Bahamas, Lover's Beach on the Baja Peninsula, and Australia’s Byron Bay. The great thing is that Hideaway Resort is just 30 minutes from this truly stunning beach and we can help you organise a day trip to the beach. Just another reason why Hideaway is located so perfectly for your holiday. http://www.diveaway-fiji.com/
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Schwarzenegger in Washington: Make Environment Sexy 2007-04-13 23:50:00 WASHINGTON -- California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger
told environmentalists Wednesday they needed to stop nagging and make their cause sexy, likening it to bodybuilding's evolution from a weird pursuit to mainstream. "Bodybuilding used to have a very sketchy image," the former bodybuilding champion told an environmental forum at Georgetown University. "... It had fanatics and it had weird people. ...But we changed that. ... It became sexy, attractive." "Like bodybuilders, environmentalists were thought of as kind of weird and fanatics also, you know, the serious tree huggers," Schwarzenegger said. He said those pushing for limits on greenhouse gas emissions and other pollution were not on the fringe but in the center of the debate on global warming, adding that the environmental movement needs to get to the point where it "is no longer seen as a nag or as a scold." "We have to make it mainstream, we have to make it sexy, we have to make it attractive so that everyone wants to participa Read more:Environment
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French Maid TV: How To Give CPR 2007-04-13 08:07:00 In this episode the sexy French
Maids teach you how to give CPR.WARNING: this podcast is intended for edutainment purposes only. Please don’t use this to learn CPR. To properly learn CPR please consult your local branch of the Red Cross. French: http://www.croix-rouge.fr American: http://www.redcross.org and British: http://www.redcross.org.ukhttp://www.diveaway-fiji.com/
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Humpback whales boast the longest mammal migration 2007-04-13 00:30:00 NewScientist.com news service It’s a long way to go for a warm bath. Each winter, humpback whales
travel from the Antarctic to the northern tropics to find warm water in which to raise their young, researchers have discovered. The migration is the longest for any mammal ever recorded. Kristin Rasmussen at Cascadia Research Collective in Olympia, Washington, US, and colleagues photographed the tails of humpbacks wintering off the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. From their individual tail patterns they identified seven of the same animals after they had returned to the Antarctic. One mother and calf made the 8300-kilometre (5160-mile) trip in 161 days. Using satellite data, the team also recorded sea-surface temperatures for the sites where humpbacks spent the winter. “Wintering areas occur where waters with temperatures between 21°C and 28°C are found,” says R
Goatfish shot! 2007-04-12 23:48:00 PC230034 Originally uploaded by Diveaway Fiji, Coral Coast, Fiji. A pretty good snap shot by Alice of goatfish at the Casbah!See more of our pics online at www.Flckr.comAlexhttp://www.diveaway-fiji.com/
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PADI Media Relations Program Produces HUGE Results 2007-04-12 23:35:00 Recent high-profile story placement on Away.com viewed by millions of potential scuba divers.PADI is not only the leader in quality scuba diver training, it’s also the leader in quality scuba diving promotion. PADI’s media relations team recently orchestrated a major “learn to dive” feature story in Away.com, a sister website to Outside Magazine and Orbitz.com. This comprehensive feature story is available to more than 1.6 million unique visitors every day. Since being posted Feb. 2, the story remains one of the most viewed stories on the site. PADI remains the only entity in the dive industry to employ a full-time in-house media relations staff. The result of this tangible commitment to new diver acquisition and scuba diving promotion is resulting in recent media placements in such diverse places as Outdoor Photographer magazine, Men’s Health/Best Life, and the Boston Globe. According to PADI Marketing Director Kristin Vallette, “We understand that our industry needs more Read more:Program
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Love island raindance 2007-04-12 21:38:00 Weather still deeply ropey. Probably won't change till this TV crew leave - they brought it with them, just to show millions of people in the UK(well, ok, tens of people) that the weather in Fiji can be grotty whilst back in England they are experiencing a tropical heatwave. Buggers.http://www.diveaway-fiji.com/
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JOHNSON OUTDOORS ACQUIRES SEEMANN SUB 2007-04-01 23:38:00 Leading German Brand to Join Forces with SCUBAPRO® and UWATEC® JOHNSON OUTDOORS INC today announced it is adding the popular German brand, Seemann Sub™, to its portfolio of winning outdoor recreational brands. The family-owned and managed German company was acquired from Robert and Ella Stoss. The transaction, which closed on April 2, 2007, continues Johnson Outdoors’ strategic focus on acquisitions that complement its businesses, have market-leading potential and strengthen long-term profitability. Seemann Sub™, founded in 1979, is one of Germany’s largest dive equipment providers, offering a complete line of dive gear for the price driven consumer. The acquisition enables Johnson Outdoors for the first time to go to market with a full range of innovative, quality dive equipment and gear representing the best value at every price point for the retail and rental channels. Over the next six months, the Company plans to relocate
Become One of Diving's Elite - Apply to Become a Platinum Pro 5000 Diver Today! 2007-02-12 22:40:00 The 2007 deadline to apply for a position among the world's diving elite is June 15th. The 2007 deadline to apply for a position among the worlds diving elite is June 15th. Being a Platinum
Pro5000 Diver
places you among the worlds most experienced water explorers. The list of cardholders is a "who's who" of diving, containing the world's most prominent dive leaders, scientists, photographers, manufacturers, retailers, and resort operators. This honor cannot be purchased. Individuals must apply for the award and be recommended in writing by two Platinum Pros. What makes the SSI Platinum Pro5000 award so special is that it's all about diving. The unsung dive master on any island and Jacques Cousteau earned their cards the same way - by diving 5,000 times, or diving 2,500 times and making a significant contribution to the diving industry. Becoming a Platinum Pro is a great way to acknowledge your diving achievements, as well as to honor the achievements of someone yo Read more:Become
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Is that it? 2006-08-18 02:55:00 Weather still yuk, so still unable to write lyrically about the joys of the underwater world. Although I could write about all the previous dives in good weather.Meanwhile have recieved one comment asking if I'd like to view full frontal nudes. Is that it?http://www.diveaway-fiji.com/
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Gettting tricky 2006-08-16 14:24:00 So, I've managed to blog one line about bugger all, I've had a comment which i can't work out if it came through or not and the weather is still awful. Life changing stuff. Had some nice chicken for lunch, though.http://www.diveaway-fiji.com/
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My first ever post, or, what the hell am I doing? 2006-08-15 12:10:00 Confused and bewildered by the mass proliferation of blogging I have decided to find out if anybody is the slightest bit interested in scuba diving on Fijis Coral Coast.Are you?http://www.diveaway-fiji.com/
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SHARKS NEED YOUR HELP! 2007-04-15 04:27:00 As divers, if we have been privileged enough to see a shark we know how beautiful they can be. If we have actually dived with one, we have been changed for life. They are kings of the deep and they need our help.Please sign the following petition to stop the SENSELESS killing of sharks and this distribution of shark fin products.Shark specialists estimate that 100 million sharks are killed for their fins, annually.90% of all shark species are already wiped out due to our total disregard for these majestic animals and the greed of a small number of countries that see no reason to stop a barbaric act where 99% of the animal is discarded back into the oceans as waste after their fins have been brutally hacked off.YOU can help. Go to The Petition Site and sign up!Go see SHARKWATER!http://www.diveaway-fiji.com/
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Week in Photos: Croc Bites Off Hand, Easter Fertility Ritual, Chinese Cherry Blossoms, More 2007-04-17 07:18:00 Okay so I know this isn't about diving or Fiji, but how can you not link to this!National Geographic, is more graphic than ever before!Week in Photos: Croc Bites Off Hand, EasterFertilityRitual
, ChineseCherryBlossoms
, MoreKaohsiung, Taiwan, April 11, 2007Armed and dangerous, a Nile crocodile prowls the Kaohsiung zoo (top). Veterinarian Chang Po-yu was reaching through iron bars to remove tranquilizer darts before treating the 440-pound (200-kilogram) reptile when the inadequately sedated animal bit the vet's forearm off."But for the vet, it wasn't quite a farewell to arm. After being shot at twice, but apparently unhit, the croc dropped the arm. After seven hours of surgery, doctors successfully reattached the appendage, shown at bottom on a smiling Chang on April 12. The largest African crocodile species, the Nile croc may be threatened in some parts of its range, according to the World Conservation Union. The reptiles can reach 16 feet (5 meters) in length and are estimated
Tagged Animal "Army" to Help Map Ocean, Experts Say 2007-04-17 07:16:00 Tagged Animal
"Army" to Help Map Ocean
, Experts
Say:John Roachfor National Geographic NewsFebruary 23, 2004Equipped with high-tech data-collection tags, a veritable army of marine animals is being prepped to swarm the North Pacific Ocean on a reconnaissance mission of epic proportions. Their mandate is simple: Live a normal life.The tags collect data on the behavior and environmental preferences of these animals, helping researchers create interactive, three-dimensional portraits of the inner workings of what may be Earth's last great unknown, the ocean."http://www.diveaway-fiji.com/
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Resort and Dive Ops are Highly recommended 2007-04-17 07:07:00 Great little review that I felt I just HAD to link to.See the rest of their reviews from this trip (not all as glowing as this one...)"This wonderful resort has an excellent PADI dive operation. Alex and Alice are very hands on with wonderful enthusiasm. They provide both deep wall outside the reef and shallow inside the reef diving from a covered 6-pack boat. They transport you to the beach near the boat, about 5 minutes from the resort, and personally lead the dives, which are personalised based on your desire and ability. We saw lionfish, sharks, exploding coral (no damage - you have to see it to believe it) and much more.We stayed their a few days on our way to the Fiji Aggressor in Suva. It is about 1/2 way from Nadi and the Fiji Aggressor bus will stop there to pick you up at no charge, although it costs about $50 US to get to the resort from Nadi.Resort
and Dive Ops are Highly recommendedHave some great diving. I hope this can be useful to you. If you have any ques
International Year of the Reef 2008 2007-04-17 06:34:00 Ten years ago 1997 was declared the International
Year of the Reef (IYOR). This was in response to the increasing threats and loss of coral reefs and associated ecosystems, such as mangroves and sea grasses. IYOR was a global effort to increase awareness and understanding about coral reefs, and support related conservation, research and management efforts. IYOR 97 proved to be very successful with: over 225 organizations in 50 countries and territories participating, over 700 articles in papers and magazines generated, hundreds of scientific surveys undertaken, and gave rise to new marine protected areas as well as numerous local and global coral reef conservation dedicated organisations. Recognizing that ten years later there continues to be an urgent need to increase awareness and understanding of coral reefs, and to further conserve and manage valuable coral reef and associated ecosystems, the International Coral Reef Initiative designated 2008 as the International Year of the Reef
Chat to us on SKYPE! 2007-04-17 03:06:00 Hey, why not give us a call!http://www.diveaway-fiji.com/
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Love island raindance 2007-04-14 21:38:00 Weather still deeply ropey. Probably won't change till this TV crew leave - they brought it with them, just to show millions of people in the UK(well, ok, tens of people) that the weather in Fiji can be grotty whilst back in England they are experiencing a tropical heatwave. Buggers.http://www.diveaway-fiji.com/
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The Community Conservation Network (CCN) 2007-04-14 03:56:00 The Community Conservation
Network (CCN) assists local communities and their partners to sustain vital ecosystems and resources by fostering relationships and building capacity that results in improved long-term conservation, management effectiveness, and human security. CCN envisions a world where: Stakeholders are engaged in active decision-making about their own resources Resource owners and users are practicing sound resource management Local individuals receive training to improve their skills as environmental stewards Biodiversity is conserved for the long-term in many locations Local livelihoods, food security, and natural resources are sustained Communities are reflective and knowledgeable about their work and its impact.We at Diveaway have supported this through the FLMMA Network in Fiji and specifically the ICM Project.See more of their work worldwide here...http://www.diveaway-fiji.com/
http://diveawayfiji.blogspot.com/
Top 25 Sexiest Beach in the World 2007-04-14 03:43:00 According to the latest Forbes Traveller magazine, "Picking a favourite spot among the 300-plus islands that comprise the tropical paradise of Fiji is a little like trying to select which morsel of Godiva chocolate to start with after opening the box,"."Thankfully, mother nature has intervened: A break in the reef along the southwest curve of the main island--at the horseshoe-shaped Natadola Beach
--makes for some perfect body-surfing."Natadola ranked alongside other stunning destinations such as Eleuthera in The Bahamas, Lover's Beach on the Baja Peninsula, and Australia’s Byron Bay. The great thing is that Hideaway Resort is just 30 minutes from this truly stunning beach and we can help you organise a day trip to the beach. Just another reason why Hideaway is located so perfectly for your holiday. http://www.diveaway-fiji.com/
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Schwarzenegger in Washington: Make Environment Sexy 2007-04-13 23:50:00 WASHINGTON -- California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger
told environmentalists Wednesday they needed to stop nagging and make their cause sexy, likening it to bodybuilding's evolution from a weird pursuit to mainstream. "Bodybuilding used to have a very sketchy image," the former bodybuilding champion told an environmental forum at Georgetown University. "... It had fanatics and it had weird people. ...But we changed that. ... It became sexy, attractive." "Like bodybuilders, environmentalists were thought of as kind of weird and fanatics also, you know, the serious tree huggers," Schwarzenegger said. He said those pushing for limits on greenhouse gas emissions and other pollution were not on the fringe but in the center of the debate on global warming, adding that the environmental movement needs to get to the point where it "is no longer seen as a nag or as a scold." "We have to make it mainstream, we have to make it sexy, we have to make it attractive so that everyone wants to participa Read more:Environment
, Washington
French Maid TV: How To Give CPR 2007-04-13 08:07:00 In this episode the sexy French
Maids teach you how to give CPR.WARNING: this podcast is intended for edutainment purposes only. Please don’t use this to learn CPR. To properly learn CPR please consult your local branch of the Red Cross. French: http://www.croix-rouge.fr American: http://www.redcross.org and British: http://www.redcross.org.ukhttp://www.diveaway-fiji.com/
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Goatfish shot! 2007-04-12 23:48:00 PC230034 Originally uploaded by Diveaway Fiji, Coral Coast, Fiji. A pretty good snap shot by Alice of goatfish at the Casbah!See more of our pics online at www.Flckr.comAlexhttp://www.diveaway-fiji.com/
http://diveawayfiji.blogspot.com/
PADI Media Relations Program Produces HUGE Results 2007-04-12 23:35:00 Recent high-profile story placement on Away.com viewed by millions of potential scuba divers.PADI is not only the leader in quality scuba diver training, it’s also the leader in quality scuba diving promotion. PADI’s media relations team recently orchestrated a major “learn to dive” feature story in Away.com, a sister website to Outside Magazine and Orbitz.com. This comprehensive feature story is available to more than 1.6 million unique visitors every day. Since being posted Feb. 2, the story remains one of the most viewed stories on the site. PADI remains the only entity in the dive industry to employ a full-time in-house media relations staff. The result of this tangible commitment to new diver acquisition and scuba diving promotion is resulting in recent media placements in such diverse places as Outdoor Photographer magazine, Men’s Health/Best Life, and the Boston Globe. According to PADI Marketing Director Kristin Vallette, “We understand that our industry needs more Read more:Program
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Become One of Diving's Elite - Apply to Become a Platinum Pro 5000 Diver Today! 2007-02-12 22:40:00 The 2007 deadline to apply for a position among the world's diving elite is June 15th. The 2007 deadline to apply for a position among the worlds diving elite is June 15th. Being a Platinum
Pro5000 Diver
places you among the worlds most experienced water explorers. The list of cardholders is a "who's who" of diving, containing the world's most prominent dive leaders, scientists, photographers, manufacturers, retailers, and resort operators. This honor cannot be purchased. Individuals must apply for the award and be recommended in writing by two Platinum Pros. What makes the SSI Platinum Pro5000 award so special is that it's all about diving. The unsung dive master on any island and Jacques Cousteau earned their cards the same way - by diving 5,000 times, or diving 2,500 times and making a significant contribution to the diving industry. Becoming a Platinum Pro is a great way to acknowledge your diving achievements, as well as to honor the achievements of someone yo Read more:Become
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LONDON HOSTS FIRST FESTIVAL OF DIVING ON SUNDAY 3RD DECEMBER 2006 2006-12-05 06:26:00 Divers in and around London were invited to the London Festival of Diving on Sunday 3 December at the London Welsh Centre, 157-163 Gray's Inn Rd, WC1“ a full-on day of kit, speakers, workshops and socialising. The centre is a ten minute walk from King's Cross or Russell Square, and a whole day's entertainment can be had for £6, or £5 for London-based members of the BSAC.Speakers: Martyn Farr, Tim Ecott, Mark Ellyatt, Teresa Telus, Kevin Pickering.Workshops: Instructor networking, Underwater photography, capturing the wreck, Membership and recruitment for dive clubs, decompression theory and practice, International diving projects.London Festival of DivingThe Festival kicks off with a big divers' social on Saturday evening 2 December, at the Novotel Hotel on Euston Rd.Tickets, map and further information available on www.londondivers.comPrincipal sponsor: London Diving Chamber.Wednesday, October 11, 2006"http://www.bsac.orghttp://www.diveaway-fiji.com/
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