The United States spans almost 4 million miles, and it boasts almost 100,000 miles of coastline. How fortunate are we? Coastlines around the US range from rocky cliffs to sandy beaches to unique island shorelines. For scuba divers who want to explore, there are coral reefs, majestic creatures, storied shipwrecks, and stunning rock formations in the waters surrounding the United States. And then, there is the Casino Dive Park, a destination that has been named the best place t

Photo by Explorers Photography One of the things people praise California for the most is its abundant natural beauty. There are the majestic giant redwoods, the magical deserts, the gorgeous cliffs at Big Sur, and off the coast is one of the world's most intriguing ecosystems. California’s kelp forests extend from the northern part of the state all the way down to Baja. Monterey Bay, La Jolla, and Catalina Island are three of the most well known areas that are home to sizabl

Days spent on Catalina Island are always a good time. You’re surrounded by the ocean, shops, eateries, and the daily hustle and bustle of an island town. Catalina is known for having a mild climate and lots of sunshine throughout the year, making it a great place for all kinds of fun in the sun. Catalina Divers Supply offers great ways to spend your days on (and under) the water; there are boat dives, guided snorkel and dive tours, and a number of different dive classes. Div

If you’re reading this, you must already know that Catalina is a premier place–not just in California, but in the world–for scuba diving. Legendary ocean explorer Jacques Cousteau used to conduct research and film in the waters around the island. Even before scuba diving technology was invented, back in the 1920s and 1930s, skin divers and spear fishers would come to Catalina’s clear waters in search of fish, abalone, and lobster. Then, in the 1960s, the Casino Point Dive Par