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I'll be putting up some footage this week of my fi

I'll be putting up some footage this week of my first attempt to dive an active blowhole.
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However, to give some context here's me diving the same 'blowhole' when the sea was calm. We did this dive as part of a shoot for the BBC's The One Show back in about 2016.
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In the right conditions it's beautiful and peaceful. In the 'right' conditions it's a maelstrom (as you'll see in a few days).
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And tomorrow I'll put up a little explanantion video of what a blowhole is.
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.#diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #cavediver #cavediving #techdiving #techdiver #caver #cave #underground #adventure #extreme #extremeadventure #nature #geology #blowhole

Carrying on the theme of more extreme UK adventure

Carrying on the theme of more extreme UK adventures how about attempting to dive inside an active blowhole during a storm?
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This is a huge throwback to about 10 years ago when I had one of my best/worst ideas.
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No one had ever tried it before so I thought it'd be a smart thing to do.
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It didn't go quite to plan the first time but I got there in the end.
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I'll stick up some footage we shot and from the subsequent BBC film next week.
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Or the full story is in my book (link in the bio).
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Needless to say the body armour turned out to be very important.
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#diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #cavediver #cavediving #techdiving #techdiver #cliff #climber #caver #cave #underground #adventure #extreme #extremeadventure #adrenaline #risk #stunts #stuntman

I regularly promote on here the idea of simple adv

I regularly promote on here the idea of simple adventures on your doorstep (e.g. snorkelling in the UK).
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However, there's also the other end of the scale.
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Last year my friend Chris got to the further explored point of a cave system in Wales after 5 cave dives, seperated by dry passageways which meant carrying diving kit between the submerged tunnels.
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Frankly it was very hard work. Think cave diving in cold, muddy water interspersed with underground cross-fit sessions in a wetsuit.
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The shot above is me after about 24 hours just before hitting my sleeping bag at our underground camp. I was a very tired bunny and swore I'd never go back.
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But we always say that. Which is why I've spent the last few days in lockdown cheering myself up by planning a return trip.
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Very much about Type 2 fun and collecting stories to tell down the pub...when the open again...
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#type2fun #diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #cavediver #cavediving #techdiving #techdiver #adventure #extreme #extremeadventure #camping #camp #caver #cave #underground #britain #wales

A reminder that, when we can, the UK offers plenty

A reminder that, when we can, the UK offers plenty of opportunity for fun and adventure in the great outdoors.
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Some clips from a snorkelling/freediving film I shot with @rupertwardlewisfilms and @richstevenson.uk 3 years ago about freediving around the UK in our seas, lakes and rivers.
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This was a shipwreck that's a short swim off a lovely beach in Devon. Very easy and accessible to anyone.
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We'll mostly be taking our time off this summer in our home countries so if you haven't gone out and explored the underwater bits this will be your chance.
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I'm hoping my summer is a wet one.
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#homegrownadventures #adventuresonyourdoorstep #UKadventures #BritishAdventure #diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #adventure #extreme #extremeadventure #freediver #freedive #freediving #snorkel #snorkelling #snorkeling #sea #ocean #swim #swimmer #wildswimming #wildswimmer #getoutside

Part 2 of the chat I had with @scubaverse_media is

Part 2 of the chat I had with @scubaverse_media is out now.
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Follow the link in the bio.
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This is the part where I really start to talk conservation, sustainability and trying to be a better custodian.
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Photo by @daanverhoevenfreediver ...of me chatting to Georgina @aquacityfreediving this summer freediving off the Conrish Coast ...rather than of me chatting to Jeff from SCUBAVerse on Zoom in my spare room. But it's a much nicer shot.
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#diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #cavediver #cavediving #techdiving #techdiver #freediver #freedive #freediving #snorkel #snorkelling #snorkeling #sustainability #greenenergy #green #conservation #marineconservation #environment #environmental

Part 1 of an interview I did with @scubaverse_medi

Part 1 of an interview I did with @scubaverse_media is out now.
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Follow the links in the bio.
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I enjoyed this one as it gave me the opportunity to get on my high horse about conservation and sustaibabilty and the little things we can all do. It tried not to be too pessimistic.
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(Photo by @richstevenson.uk from a cave diving trip in France with him and @phil_short_explorer before Covid in a galaxy far far away).
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#diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #cavediver #cavediving #techdiving #techdiver #explore #explorer #exploration #cave #tunnel #light #adventure #extreme #extremeadventure #podcast #darkness #underwater #underwaterphoto #underwaterphotography

My best Mandalorian impression. . Remember the all

My best Mandalorian impression.
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Remember the all things you've missed, learned and the promises you made yourself over 2020.
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Use that to shape your 2021
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As for me....I just wanted to jump out of planes again and pretend I'm wearing a jet pack...
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This is the way.
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Happy New Year folks.
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Photo by my sky-bro @mikeylovemore
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(also I'm rocking my Fit For Films T-Shirt, a site run by friends full of useful advice on training, nutrition, heath and more based on years working with stuntmen and women, elite athletes and actors).
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#skydiving #skydiver #skydive #parachute #parachuting #freefall #sky #tandem #philosophy #life #motivation #train #newyear #happynewyear #sky #jumper #starwars #mandolorian

2020 into 2021...rising from the darkness towards $2020 into 2021...rising from the darkness towards the light. we're not there yet but the sufrace is in sight. . Happy New Year folks. Keep it together a little bit longer. . Photo by @daanverhoevenfreediver . . . . . #freediver #freedive #freediving #snorkel #snorkelling #snorkeling #diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #philosophy #life #lessonsfromtheedge #philosophyfromtheedge #philosophiesfromtheedge #motivation #newyear #sunshine #light$

It turned out this was the last photo from my last

It turned out this was the last photo from my last dive of 2020.
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I had planned to get out again but...Covid n' shizzle.
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As Rocky Balboa once said "..life ain't all sunshine and rainbows..."...but, the thing is, sometimes it is.
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Photo and fun by @daanverhoevenfreediver
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#diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #adventure #extreme #extremeadventure #philosophy #life #lessonsfromtheedge #philosophyfromtheedge #philosophiesfromtheedge #freediver #freedive #freediving #snorkel #snorkelling #snorkeling #motivation #rocky #rainbow #rainbows #sunshine #sea #ocean

Probably would've been more topical a few days ago

Probably would've been more topical a few days ago but here's a shot from a BBC shoot 6 years ago.
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My mate @aldokane rigged a ladder up a 120ft chimney then a rope down the inside to test our theory about how Santa does his job.
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Not only was I in fancy dress but had to wear a Respirator (Gas Mask). I've never seen Santa wearing one but the amount of toxic soot in there is not good for your lungs so I can only imagine he takes it off for photos.
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Merry (belated) Christmas.
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#rope #ropes #ascending #descending #abseil #cliff #climber #caver #adventure #extreme #extremeadventure #tv #filming #rigging #chimney #santa #climbing #christmas

Over the festive period myself and many from @seve

Over the festive period myself and many from @severn_area_rescue_association have been on 24hr call.
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With the bad weather, flooding, mental pressures that come with this time of year, Covid and life and the usual accidents there is still a need for search and rescue even when you’d rather be tucking into beer and turkey (some of the team were out on Christmas Day).
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Today it was searching the river and flood areas.
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Tomorrow who knows.
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#rescue #search #searchandrescue #sar #emt #emergencyservices #river #volunteer #sara #severn

Back in January myself and some cave diving friend

Back in January myself and some cave diving friends set off to Herault in France to see what unexplored systems might be on offer there.
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It was meant to be the start of a year of exploration in the UK, the Balkans, Pyrennees and Greece...it didn't quite work out.
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But we'll be back next year. More motivated than ever...eventually.
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Hang in there.
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Photo of myself and Chris Jewell by @richstevenson.uk
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#diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #cavediver #cavediving #techdiving #techdiver #adventure #extreme #extremeadventure #explorer #exploration #explore

Diving is great. Diving in winter under a rainbow

Diving is great. Diving in winter under a rainbow is even better. Diving in winter under a rainbow with friends is the best of all.
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Many of us are in a similar situation in that we can't be with friends and relatives for Christmas or Hogmany (Scottish New Year) this year. Chats on Zoom, Facetime, Skype, the old phone are not the same thing but they may help you a little.
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And it may help them more than it helps you. And that's important.
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Photo (not taken under current conditions) by @D@daanverhoevenfreediver at the end of his long arms (he the other freediver in this shot).
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#freediver #freedive #freediving #snorkel #snorkelling #snorkeling #diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #fun #friends #community #family #philosophy #life #lessonsfromtheedge #philosophyfromtheedge #philosophiesfromtheedge #mentalhealth

Another shot to prove that even in winter it's sti

Another shot to prove that even in winter it's still worth getting out in the ocean.
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Here in the UK the sea temperature is between 8-10C...which may seem colder but it's warmer than the air.
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So even if the marine life, the views of the ocean and the fun you can have playing weightlessly in water isn't enough then consider that it is, theoretically, warmer in there...sort of.
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Of course I've no intention of jumping in naked. Again.
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Photo by @daanverhoevenfreediver
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#diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #freediver #freedive #freediving #snorkel #snorkelling #snorkeling #winter #water #cold #marine #ocean #sea

It's not been a great year for exploration project

It's not been a great year for exploration projects (or much else to be fair).
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But I managed a couple of projects with my friend Chris Jewell (who took this shot..and is also in it as the foreground shadow).
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Chris' main skill is convincing me that spending days underground humping a ton of dive kit through a serpentine cave system (some underwater some dry) is a really smart idea.
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My knees and back tend to disagree and yet I keep coming back for more subterranean Cross-Fit.
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#diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #cavediver #cavediving #techdiving #techdiver #caver #caving #cave #shadow #dark #darkness #crossfit

I managed to get out in the sea a few days ago, ta

I managed to get out in the sea a few days ago, taking advantage of a break in the winter weather.
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Occasionally we got buffeted by white water but took shelter beneath the surface to watch the maelstrom roll over us and crash on the rocks.
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It's a bizarre and mesmerising sight and a perspective that few people get to see and yet it lies only a metre below the surface.
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Photo by @daanverhoevenfreediver
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#winter #sea #ocean #water #whitewater #waves #diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #freediver #freedive #freediving #snorkel #snorkelling #snorkeling #underwater #underwaterphoto #underwaterphotography

Before someone starts this was taken pre-Covid. Ca

Before someone starts this was taken pre-Covid. Calm down and read on.
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One of the best things about freediving (or cave diving, tech diving, skydiving, climbing, kayaking, etc, etc) is the people.
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We are social creatures. That does not means we need to roam around in huge groups but there is pleasure in the small communities we create.
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Of course I have undertaken many solo adventures and enjoy time alone. But, during my work and play, I have come to realise 90% of your happiness is dictated by the people you surround yourself with.
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So if you're thinking of getting fit in 2021 or getting outdoors more - Join a club. Whether it's football or freediving doing something with others helps to motivate us not least because we enojoy it more. Form connections and communities. You'll do more, more often, have greater memories and people to hug when it all goes right or all goes wrong.
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And, if you're as lucky as @daanverhoevenfreediver , you might get a kiss on the cheek from me...
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Selfie by @daanverhoevenfreediver including myself and @aquacityfreediving
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#freediver #freedive #freediving #snorkel #snorkelling #snorkeling #diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #fun #friends #community #people #groups #happiness #philosophy #life #lessonsfromtheedge #philosophyfromtheedge #seflie #groupselfie #philosophiesfromtheedge

The sea has temperature has dropped but the weathe

The sea has temperature has dropped but the weather has been kind and I've still managed to get a few days underwater before Christmas.
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This is my kind of Cold Water Therapy.
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Photo by @daanverhoevenfreediver
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#diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #freediver #freedive #freediving #snorkel #snorkelling #snorkeling #adventure #extreme #extremeadventure #therapy #cold #coldwater #winter #blackandwhite #coldwatertherapy

The snow if falling on the Scottish mountins and i

The snow if falling on the Scottish mountins and it is rapidly becoming a winter playground.
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So don't feel like the arrival of winter means an end to getting outside. The exact opposite - some of the most spectaclur days I've had in the mountains have been on those clear, crisp, sunny winter days.
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But growing up in the Highlands I used to hear the rescues reported on the news all the time and the majority were folk who were simply not prepared.
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So if you're thinking of heading out this winter a couple of sensible things to think about:
-check the weather
-dress and equip yourself properly (the amount of people who get rescued and are in jeans and training will cripple your faith in human beings)
-let someone know your plan and route for the day and when you'll be back.
-if it's your first time out think about hiring a local guide. You'll learn loads, see much more and be safer.
-if you see any litter, pick it up and take it home. It wasn't yours but you've just earned yourself Karma Points (and a beer-congrats).
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And enjoy
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Photo by @chris.packham
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#adventure #extreme #extremeadventure #cliff #climber #ice #iceclimber #mountain #mountaineer #safetyt #mountainsafety #climbing #walking #winter #snow

I'm heading to the sea next week for some work. At

I'm heading to the sea next week for some work. At last. Winter may not be the best time to go freediving and snorkelling but there is still plenty of life around if you can find a sheltered spot to jump in and the temperature never drops as much as it does topside.
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Or of you want to get into the underwater world without getting wet you can always go rock pooling.
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The @mcs_uk do a Good Beach Guide on their website to help you find somewhere for a stroll.
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#diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #freediver #freedive #freediving #snorkel #snorkelling #snorkeling #conservation #marineconservation #environment #environmental #jellyfish #wildlife #ocean #sea #rockpools #beach

The lockdown in England is over for now. But restr

The lockdown in England is over for now. But restrictions mean my winter plans remain on hold.
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I'm hoping to squeeze in at least one freediving and one cave diving filming trip before Christmas but the plans will have to be last minute to fit in with whatever the situation on that day dictates.
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There's always something we can do but, in this case, he who plans last plans least.
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#diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #cavediver #cavediving #techdiving #techdiver #philosophy #life #lessonsfromtheedge #philosophyfromtheedge #philosophiesfromtheedge #caver #adventure #extreme #extremeadventure

There's lots of reasons to stay fit and healthy. H

There's lots of reasons to stay fit and healthy. Here's one:
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(Photo by @beckibiggins , wetsuit by @fourthelementdive , body by me, stunt-baby was a joint effort by me and @beckibiggins ...but she did the hard work)..
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#family #kids #parent #dad #fitness #fit #training #homegym #garagegym #gym #fitfam #trainingmotivation #motivation #train #athlete #muscles #diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #freediver #freedive #freediving #father #fatherhood

Even in winter in the UK it's worth getting out an

Even in winter in the UK it's worth getting out and getting wet.
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Some clips from a film I shot with @richstevenson.uk and @rupertwardlewisfilms off The Farne Islands. There was a thick fog and the water was cold but the Grey Seals were in a playful mood so it was worth it.
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It'ss worth pointing out the seals of the Farnes are very accustomed to humans. I don't approach them, I just float about and let them come to me. I'm not a proponent of chasign marine life but I've had seals, dolphins and sharks approach me and I feel that's ok...besides these animals are like gymnastic torpedoes so I'd never keep up.
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#wildlife #marinelife #sealife #seal #seals #animals #diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #freediver #freedive #freediving #snorkel #snorkelling #snorkeling #underwater #underwaterphoto #underwaterphotography #underwater #sea #ocean

We all make mistakes. this was my first attempt at

We all make mistakes. this was my first attempt at a Blowhole-proof suit when I tried to SCUBA dive inside an active blowhole.
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There were a number of issues with this, and the whole idea itself, not least of which is a motorbike helmet is incredibly bouyant. So, during testing, as my body sank my head wanted to go in the opposite direction.
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I finally figured it out and, after a few goes, managed to dive the Blowhole in full power. Mistakes are fine, they're all part of working out how to succeed.
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I get asked all the time (really) how someone gets into adventure media. You can ask all the questions you want and watch all the How To videos on Youtube you have time for but if you want to learn something, be it how to handle a camera, make a film, dive, climb or whatever, you need to get out and do it.
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You'll make mistakes but you'll still pogress faster and further than the person who remained sat down trying to work out the perfect solution.
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The field is the best classroom.
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.#diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #cavediver #cavediving #techdiving #techdiver #adventure #extreme #extremeadventure #philosophy #life #lessonsfromtheedge #philosophyfromtheedge #philosophiesfromtheedge #fitforadventure #learning #mistakes #progress #improvement

Happy St Andrew’s Day🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿.
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#kilt #dressedtokilt #scottish #scotland #scot #scots #highlander

Coming out of the darkness. . It's been a funny ol

Coming out of the darkness.
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It's been a funny old year...which is putting it mildly. I've not suffered much compared to many so have little to complain about. And my life up 'til now has given me enough perspective to see positives that have come out of 2020.
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They maybe outweighed by the negatives but they're still there. One of them is the focus on my freediving over other forms of diving and sports I do for work. Freediving has leant itself well to the restrictions we've had imposed in the UK and I've finally manged to tick of my instructor's course.
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So, between work on films sets, in front of camera for documentaries and my own adventure projects, myself and @aquacityfreediving will be running some introductory courses to freediving in 2021 to introduce more people to the underwater world that is in desperate need of protection.
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No dates yet (the unpredictability of the world right now means I can barely plan next week) but if you're interested drop me a DM and I'll keep you posted.
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Thanks folks.
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Photo by @daanverhoevenfreediver
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#diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #adventure #freediver #freedive #freediving #snorkel #snorkelling #snorkeling #underwater #underwaterphoto #community #conservation #marineconservation #environment #environmental #underwaterphotography

#NotAnAd My friends at @fourthelementdive are givi

#NotAnAd My friends at @fourthelementdive are giving you 10% off this weekend but, more importantly, giving 10% to the @oliveridleyproject (I’m an ambassador) when you buy from their Ocean positive range (made with salvaged recycled fishing nets).
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Posted @withregram • @fourthelementdive *Use code TURTLE10 at checkout*
Shop >bit.ly/BlackFridayORP or see link in bio

This weekend, get 10% off all OceanPositive products, PLUS we'll contribute 10% of each sale to @oliveridleyproject, supporting the protection and rehabilitation of turtles injured by ghost nets.
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#bluefriday #blackfriday #blackfridaydeals #oliveridley #ghostnets #oceanpositive #swimwear #poncho #xerothermhoodie #rashguards #surfacewetsuit #turtles #conservation #diver #diving #scuba #scubadiving #scubadiver #marineconservation

My 2-wheels normally come in the form of motorbike

My 2-wheels normally come in the form of motorbikes rather than scooters but when @fullychargedshow asks you to review the best selling Electric one in the world it's worth a spin.
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The video of the review is now live (Link in the bio).
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Spolier - I was surprised and impressed. If you want a vehicle for urban commuting and live or work no where near a charge point this vehicle is perfect. And, since it's electric is muchh better for the the immediate and greater environment.
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#practicalconservation #electricvehicle #ev #sustainableenergy #sustainability #greenenergy #green #conservation #marineconservation #environment #environmental #scooter #scooter #motorbike #vespa

A clip of me learning to use the @awakeboards all-

A clip of me learning to use the @awakeboards all-electric self-powered wakeboard around the waterwats of Stockholm for @fullychargedshow
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I have plans to use this as one of a means to access freediving sites this year. Fast, silent and green.
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#diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #freediver #freedive #freediving #snorkel #snorkelling #snorkeling #electricvehicle #ev #sustainableenergy #sustainability #greenenergy #green #conservation #marineconservation #environment #environmental

Along with a list of 67 world renown divers I cont

Along with a list of 67 world renown divers I contributed a chapter to a book called 'Close Calls' which is now available for pre-order.
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Compiled by @stratiskas_adventures , @seadwellerdivers and @m2bass this book contains stories of near-misses, accidents and almost-fatal mistakes made by some of the best divers in the world.
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A share of the profits go to a @daneurope fund to help divers but the main mission of the book is to help others learn from our mistakes and create an attitude where confessing our shortfalls is seen as productive gesture to the diving community rather than a stain on our reputation or a blow to the ego.
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I was fortunate to be asked to contribute amongst such an acclaimed field, many of whom are close friends.
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As Stratis put it "Just like life itself, knowledge is never complete, nor valuable,unless it is shared".
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Photo (from my chapter the book) by @richstevenson.uk
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#diver #diving #dive #scuba #scubadiver #aquaman #cavediver #cavediving #techdiving #techdiver #adventure #extreme #extremeadventure #underwater #underwaterphoto #underwaterphotography #friends #community #lessonsfromtheedge #philosophyfromtheedge #philosophiesfromtheedge #risk #riskmanagement #danger #mistakes

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