National Geographic divers discover priceless treasures

The underwater world is filled with amazing creatures, fascinating plant life and rock and coral formations that are virtually prehistoric.

However, many scuba divers miss the these delicate natural wonders as they experience the exuberance of being virtually weightless in an unfamiliar world. It overrides the senses, a narrowed the field of vision limited to only the broadest aspects of a reef and the largest of animal encounters.

National Geographic Divers, whether novice or experienced, learn how to take control underwater, opening their eyes to a whole new underwater environment...

Here's what some newly certified National Geographic Divers have said about their experience with the program: Rick Duken, a diver for less than a year, said, "One attribute that separates this program from others is that this program is really a fun way to learn about the underwater environment. Everybody left with a smile from ear to ear. I would recommend this course to any diver, from newly certified to instructor. The lessons we learned and the information we learned about the underwater world were priceless."

Experienced diver Tim Denger said, "The National Geographic Diver Program truly transforms you from a 'sightseer' to an 'explorer'. Hovering above and photographing our group as they catalogued the flora and fauna of a coral reef head, I realized I had been missing the 'big picture' of the ocean environment. The effect of this realization on my underwater photography and appreciation of the dive experience was immediate and profound."

The National Geographic Diver's journey begins with the knowledge and skills learned in the PADI Open Water Diver course. Once this foundation is laid, additional skills are learned that enhance exploration, discovery and adventure -- the primary reasons we all began scuba diving in the first place.

The real application of your newfound skills, however, is the Exploration Project, which is the culmination of all you will have learned throughout your PADI National Geographic Diver Program. This practical experience will change the way you dive.

Most importantly, it will give you a new appreciation for our underwater world and how to preserve it so others can enjoy its beautiful and majestic features for years to come.

Release the explorer within. Visit http://www.padi.com to learn more about how you can become a PADI National Geographic Diver today!

Source: www.divenews.com