Trash in the water
I get asked all the time about my scuba diving destinations—where is the best place to dive? For me, the answer is not simple. It’s not just about clear water or exotic marine life. One of the biggest factors in my decision is what I see and what I do not see—specifically, trash in the water. There are a few places I absolutely love and plan to return to often. Cozumel, Mexico, and Roatan, Honduras, are two of my favorites. They are relatively easy to reach from Vancouver, and once you are underwater, it is like swimming in an aquarium. Colorful reefs, vibrant fish—and most importantly—very little garbage. In these destinations, there is a shared sense of responsibility. If a divemaster or fellow diver spots trash, they do not ignore it. They pick it up. I have personally stuffed more chocolate bar wrappers into the sleeve of my wetsuit than I can count. It is not glamorous, but it is necessary. I want to support and return to dive locations where people truly care about th...