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ON THE COVER: Don't be afraid to take photos in dark green water. Aim your camera up! This photo was taken on the Star of Scotland wreck in the Santa Monica Bay. Photo by Dale Sheckler. Click here for story.
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GUEST EDITORIAL
My Life As A 13-Year Old Diver
by Eric Sheckler
DIVING THE EASY WAY
How to Accurately Predict Water Temperature At Depth for Your Next Catalina Dive
by Karen Norris
SOUTH COAST
Dive Spot Los Angeles County:
Long Point (a.k.a. Old Marineland)
by Dale Sheckler
MARINE LIFE
How to Interact With Sharks, Part 1
by Dale Sheckler
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Black Perch. Photo By Eric Sheckler
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NORTHERN CHANNEL ISLANDS
Dive Spot San Miguel Island:
Point Bennett
by Bruce Watkins
GEAR
Dive Gear Review:
Aeris ai Air-Integrated Console
by Dale Sheckler
UNDERWATER PHOTOGRAPHY
Tips for Better California Underwater Photography
by Dale Sheckler
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