PADI AWARE Week Dive Against Debris | Vista Park Beach Cleanup September 20th 

Join South Florida's premier conservation diving event during PADI AWARE Week! Earn your PADI Dive Against Debris specialty while making a real difference for our local marine environment at Vista Park Beach.

Saturday, September 20th, 2025 | 8:00 AM

Vista Park Beach, Fort Lauderdale

Optional PADI Dive Against Debris Specialty: $128 (FREE eLearning included!)

PADI AWARE Week Conservation Dive: Make Waves for Ocean Protection

Why This Dive Against Debris Event is Perfect for Conservation-Minded Divers

• Certified Open Water Divers and above ready to make a meaningful impact
• Freedivers and Advanced Mermaids passionate about ocean conservation
• Divers seeking specialty certifications toward Master Scuba Diver status
• Environmental advocates wanting hands-on conservation experience
• Local divers who want to protect their favorite South Florida dive sites

Join the world's largest underwater citizen science movement and contribute to the largest global underwater database while earning a valuable PADI specialty certification.

What's Included in Your Optional Dive Against Debris Experience $128

Complete Conservation Dive Package:

• Expert dive guide from Divers Cove's PADI 5-Star IDC Training Center
• FREE eLearning course (complete online at your convenience)
• Data recording app for global impact tracking
• Professional training on marine debris survey techniques
• Post-dive conservation discussion and certification processing

Vista Park Beach Dive Conditions:

• Depth: 15-25 feet – perfect for thorough debris surveys
• Visibility: 30-60 feet for excellent debris spotting
• Marine Life: Sea turtles, stingrays, and tropical fish benefit from cleaner waters
• Easy Beach Access: Efficient entry and exit for conservation operations

Why Vista Park Beach is Ideal for Conservation Diving

• Perfect South Florida Location: Vista Park offers healthy coral reefs that need our protection, with diverse marine ecosystems including the sea turtles and rays that call these waters home.
• Excellent Training Conditions: The 15-25 foot depth range provides ideal conditions for learning proper debris removal techniques while maintaining safety and visibility.
• Real Environmental Impact: This site sees regular boat traffic and beach activity, making debris removal efforts immediately beneficial to local marine life.

Why Choose Divers Cove for Your Conservation Diving

• PADI 5-Star IDC Training Center with 37+ years of diving excellence
• Expert conservation-focused instructors who practice what they teach
• Small class sizes (maximum 6 divers) for personalized attention and maximum impact
• Premium equipment from trusted brands like Atomic, Scubapro, and Aqualung
• Convenient Davie, FL location serving all of South Florida
• Commitment to ocean conservation through regular cleanup events and education

Global Impact of Your Local Action

PADI Blueprint for Ocean Action

Your debris removal and survey data contribute to critical scientific research advancing the PADI Blueprint for Ocean Action. The primary goals of this program are to:

• Leverage marine debris surveys for effective debris management and control
• Directly address the problem by removing harmful debris from our waters
• Contribute to the largest global underwater database tracking marine debris worldwide
• Support the goal of reducing marine debris by 50% in targeted countries by 2030

Ongoing Conservation Opportunities

Through this course, you'll be qualified to participate in regular Dive Against Debris surveys, making you part of the solution for long-term ocean health.

Event Schedule - Saturday, September 20th

• 8:00 AM: Meet at Vista Park Beach for check-in
• 8:15 AM: Conservation briefing, safety briefing, and gear setup
• 8:30 AM: Buddy assignments and final equipment checks
• 8:45 AM: Enter water for conservation dive
• 10:00 AM: Surface, sort collected debris, complete data recording sheets
• 10:30 AM: Post-dive discussion, impact celebration, and certification processing
• 11:00 AM: Event conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What if I don't have my own dive gear? A: We provide premium rental equipment for $35. Reserve by calling (954) 473-1220 and pick up all rental gear by Friday at 6:00 PM. Note: We don't provide weights or tanks – call to reserve these separately if needed.

Q: How does this count toward Master Scuba Diver? A: Dive Against Debris is one of the five specialty certifications required for MSD, along with Advanced Open Water and Rescue Diver. It's a meaningful way to progress your diving education while helping the environment.

Q: What happens to the debris we collect? A: All debris is properly sorted, documented for the global PADI AWARE database, and disposed of responsibly. Your data contributes to worldwide marine conservation research and policy development.

Reserve Your Spot for Ocean Conservation

Investment: $128 for PADI Dive Against Debris Specialty (includes FREE eLearning)  Beach Cleanup Only: FREE for certified divers (gear rental additional)

Ready to dive for a cause?

Be part of the world's largest underwater citizen science movement. Help protect the underwater world we love to explore while earning a valuable specialty certification. Every piece of debris removed makes a difference for marine life and future generations of divers.

Learn More: Visit PADI AWARE's Marine Debris page for additional information about this global conservation initiative.

Divers Cove – South Florida's Premier PADI 5-Star IDC Training Center Protecting Our Oceans Through Education, Action, and Community

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