PADI Torchbearer July Newsletter

5 Ocean-Saving Actions and Stories

‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌    Ocean Torchbearer Newsletter   Five ocean-saving actions and updates for Ocean Torchbearers and eco-advocates.     UNDERSTAND | PADI AWARE Shark & Ray Program   Goal: Reduce the number of sharks and rays threatened with extinction by 25%. Continuing a multi-decade legacy of shark and ray advocacy, we are leveling up our commitment to defend the ocean’s most revered and essential species. Here’s how.   SHARK & RAY STRATEGY     LEARN | PADI AWARE Dive Against Debris eLearning®   Danna Moore, Director of PADI AWARE Foundation, explains “Our Dive Against Debris eLearning course is the most accessible way for anyone to take action. More than 250 million tons of plastic are estimated to make its way into our ocean by 2025. Divers are often the first to witness the human impact on the marine environment and are uniquely positioned to help report, remove and advocate to stop marine debris at its source.”     TAKE THE COURSE     ACT | Checklist To Refuse Plastics   Make use of the free support and materials created by our partners in Dive Industry Sustainability, The Reef-World Foundation. Their Green Fins Initiative is the world’s only independent verification system for eco-conscious dive and snorkel operators, making it easier for you to easily find and choose Dive Centers, Resorts and Liveaboards that reflect your values.   GREEN FINS PLASTICS CHECKLIST     SUPPORT | PADI Gear™ Charity Shark Collection   Celebrate the powerful beauty and importance of sharks with our newest collection. This collection helps protect the homes of these magnificent creatures, so you can choose designs you love, knowing that you’re helping conserve their habitats. You’ll find everything you need for your next big adventure, from a new rash guard to a towel – all made from recycled materials.     SHOP THE SHARK COLLECTION     TRAVEL | Liquid Dive Adventures   PADI Travel® are offering discounted stays at Liquid Dive Adventures in Tofo, Mozambique. This 100% AWARE PADI 5* eco-resort is serious about their Green Philosophy, making it the perfect destination to book in celebration of Plastic-Free July and Shark Week! Known as Africa’s number 1 diving destination, the waters surrounding Tofo beach offer divers the chance to see humpback whales, mantas, whale sharks, hammerheads, turtles, rays, dolphins and heaps of reef fish and macro life.     TAKE ME THERE     Contact | Manage Preferences | Unsubscribe from conservation emails | View Online PADI Americas | 30151 Tomas, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688 USA Europe, Middle East, Africa | Pavilion 1, The Pavilions, Bridgwater Road, Bristol, BS13 8AE, UK Asia Pacific | Level 4, 120 Old Pittwater Road, Brookvale NSW 2100, Australia This email was sent to nop1002.987654@blogger.com by PADI. © 2022 PADI