Divers for the Environment December 2021

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PADI’S CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE Unexpected Experiential and Sustainable Gifts for Those Craving Adventure and a Healthier Ocean PADI®, the world’s largest ocean exploration and diver organisation, has created a Christmas gift guide for adventure seekers and ocean lovers, with gift ideas including products and experiences to enjoy above and below the surface. These gifts will not only make difference in your loved ones’ life but also for the health of the ocean. From 30 November through 25 December 2021, 10% of all PADI eLearning® and PADI Gear™ sales will support the PADI AWARE Foundation™ to help save the ocean.

padigear.net supports PADI AWARE Foundation ocean protection programmes. TOP PICKS INCLUDE: RECYCLED PLASTIC FACE & SUN MASKS £21.75 | www.padigear.net/collections/padi-face-masks

From new gear for the New Year to life-changing experiences and gifts that are simply too big to be wrapped, here are PADI’s top picks for gifts that pay it forward to people and the planet. 1. THE GIFT OF A LIFETIME: PADI OPEN WATER DIVER ELEARNING £155 | www.padi.com/courses/open-water-diver

This eco-friendly, versatile face and sun mask made from recycled ocean plastic can be worn in nine different ways – as a mask, bandana, balaclava, beanie, wristband, neck gaiter, hood, head wrap or neckerchief. You’ll be protected from the external elements and have serious mermaid vibes no matter what activity you do. One mask contains the equivalent of 10 plastic bottles. RECYCLED PLASTIC CLOTH FACE MASK £13.76 | www.padigear.net/collections/padi-face-masks Choose from a range of eco-friendly and adjustable face masks made of multiple layers of tightly woven fabric spun from recycled ocean plastic with breathable and cooling technology, an antimicrobial treatment and come equipped with optional filter pockets. One face mask contains the equivalent of 2 plastic bottles and one hand sanitizer uses ZERO plastic bottles.

Gift a lifetime of underwater adventure with PADI online scuba diving lessons. With PADI eLearning®, they’ll be able to start learning to dive online whenever and wherever it’s convenient for them. After they finish the flexible online programme, they can complete their PADI Open Water Diver certification with a local PADI Dive Centre or Resort where they will work with a dedicated PADI Instructor to develop basic skills and confidence and gain a passport for a lifetime of underwater adventure. Kids as young as 10 years old can take the PADI Open Water Diver course, making it a great gift for the whole family or couples to build shared memories and experiences together. *From 30 November – 25 December 2021, 10% of PADI eLearning purchases at www.padi.com supports PADI AWARE Foundation ocean protection programmes. 2. SUSTAINABLE STOCKING FILLERS: PLASTIC FREE PADI GEAR Stuff stockings with sustainable PADI Gear that is made for people who love the ocean and want to do their part in protecting it. So far, PADI has helped remove 1,829,940 plastic bottles from the ocean, which is equivalent to 26,588kg of plastic, through a range of PADI Gear products that are made from recycled ocean plastic and others designed to help eliminate plastic from entering the ocean. *From 30 November – 25 December 2021, 10% of net proceeds from 20

DIVERS FOR THE ENVIRONMENT | DECEMBER 2021

MIKE COOTS PADI COLLECTION TYVEK POUCH £19 | www.padigear.net/collections/padi-x-mike-coots Keep all your essentials in this re-usable pouch made from recyclable Tyvek® material. Both water resistant and reversible, it is lightweight, feels like fabric and has a long life span. This special edition pouch features an image by Mike Coots, PADI AmbassaDiver and award-winning photographer committed to protecting sharks and educating people on the importance of their role in a balanced marine ecosystem. One pouch is equivalent to using ZERO plastic bags. PADI LEUS RETRO DIVE FLAG TOWEL £30 | www.padigear.net/collections/towels-ponchos/products/padi-xleus-retro-dive-flag-eco-friendly-towel With a soft, cosy and absorbent texture, it’s hard to believe this towel is made from recycled plastic bottles! Ideal for those who love adventure above and below the surface, the Leus Dive Flag towel is the perfect gift for anyone who wants to show kindness to our planet and prevent microplastics from entering the ocean. One recycled towel contains the equivalent of 12 plastic recycled bottles.