Can You Snorkel on Your Period: Understanding the Facts and Safety Tips

Can You Snorkel on Your Period: Understanding the Facts and Safety Tips

Snorkeling on your period is perfectly safe and manageable. With proper preparation, menstruation need not be a barrier to enjoying underwater adventures. Myths about attracting sharks and other wildlife are common, but are just that: myths. There is no evidence that menstruation attracts sharks. Numerous women participate in water sports, including snorkeling, without experiencing any…

Do Swim Fins Float?

Do Swim Fins Float?

Swim fins are designed to help people become competitive swimmers. Many people use swim fins to increase buoyancy in the water and build muscles while swimming.  Swim fins can float. They are designed to lift the legs above water to facilitate swimming, improve body alignment, and reduce drag. Swim fins are made of floatable rubber,…

Snorkeling in Myrtle Beach: Do It The Right Way

Snorkeling in Myrtle Beach: Do It The Right Way

It is possible to snorkel in Myrtle Beach in specific spots, usually off-shore and accessible by boat. In other areas of Myrtle Beach, the water is very murky, so it’s not ideal for spotting much sea life. The ocean itself around Myrtle Beach can be dangerous for snorkeling due to changing tides, currents and limited…

Snorkeling can be tiring: Here are reasons why

Snorkeling can be tiring: Here are reasons why

It can be a misconception that snorkeling is easier and less tiring than swimming or scuba diving. However, even without using vigorous swimming strokes or finning done in scuba, it can be as tiring as both because it uses similar movements at a slower pace but often over a longer period of time. Snorkeling requires…

Training for Snorkeling: Value of Lessons

Training for Snorkeling: Value of Lessons

There are no training requirements for snorkeling. Almost every organization that offers snorkel experiences we will allow you to participate, regardless of skill level. But snorkel training does exist, and you may want to do this if you are uncomfortable. YouTube is also a good resource. Snorkeling is a great way for people to explore…

Affects of Wind, Current, and Weather on Underwater Visibility?
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Affects of Wind, Current, and Weather on Underwater Visibility?

Wind and currents reduce underwater visibility by creating turbulence that chops up the surface, reducing the light penetrating the water. Also, currents can stir sand and silt within the water, resulting in a blurry mix. Sudden storms can do this very quickly, affecting safety. Being able to see while underwater is incredibly important for anyone…