Mammoth Discovery in Florida, New Diving Programs & Ocean Ambassador Initiative

In Today's Email:

• Rare 10,000-Year-Old Mammoth Jaw Discovered in Florida's Peace River

• SSI Launches New Public Safety Diving Programs

• The Manta Trust Invites Young Enthusiasts to Join Ocean Ambassador Program

Rare 10,000-Year-Old Mammoth Jaw Discovered in Florida's Peace River

In a riveting turn of events, John Kreatsoulas, an enthusiastic diver and the proprietor of Fossil Junkies Dig and Dive Charters, made a stunning discovery in the alligator-rich waters of Peace River near Arcadia, Florida. Kreatsoulas, known affectionately as Captain John, stumbled upon a rare, fully intact mammoth jaw estimated to be around 10,000 years old. His lifelong passion for fossils, ignited in childhood during a library visit, has now culminated in this remarkable find. Despite his policy of diving only in winter when alligators are less active, this particular Tuesday proved exceptional as his buddy alerted him to the mammoth jaw he initially missed​​.

SSI Launches New Public Safety Diving Programs to Meet Global Demand for Skilled Professionals

Scuba Schools International (SSI) recently unveiled two innovative Public Safety Diving programs at the 2023 DEMA Show, marking a significant advancement in diver training. The first program, SSI Public Safety Diving, is tailored for divers aspiring to join public safety dive teams. It emphasizes acquiring basic knowledge, skills, and fundamentals over a four-day certification course, ensuring safety and competence. The second program, SSI Rescue Team Diver, is designed for divers already part of a public safety team. This four-day course focuses on enhancing their skills to safely and effectively respond to in-water incidents, teaching methods like multiple search patterns and working in zero visibility conditions. Dive Rescue International (DRI), renowned for its expertise in Public Safety Diving, partnered with SSI to create these programs. Together, they aim to meet the global demand for highly skilled Public Safety Diving professionals, leveraging SSI’s digital learning platform and DRI's four decades of experience​​.

The Manta Trust Invites Young Enthusiasts to Join Ocean Ambassador Program

The Manta Trust has launched a global initiative to recruit young Ocean Ambassadors, targeting individuals aged 13-18. This program is an opportunity for the youth to engage directly in ocean science and conservation, offering a chance to work with marine scientists and experts. Participants will be involved in a range of activities, from conducting interviews to developing projects aimed at promoting ocean science and conservation. This initiative is open worldwide and seeks to empower young people to become active agents of change, fostering awareness and inspiring action towards a healthier and more sustainable ocean. The deadline for applications is December 10, 2023​​.

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