Why
Underwater Naturalist?
If you're interested in aquatic life then the PADI Underwater Naturalist
Specialty course is for you. This course is an introduction to the underwater
aquatic environment and will help develop safe and responsible aquatic
life interaction techniques.
What do I need to start?
- PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- Minimum age: 10 years old
What will I do?
During your PADI Underwater Naturalist Specialty course, you'll learn
underwater naturalist dive planning, organization, procedures, techniques
and potential problems. You'll also get an overview of the major aquatic
life groupings, interactions and factual information that dispels negative
myths. You'll put this information into practice during your two open
water dives.
How long will it take?
- Recommended Course Hours: 12
- Minimum Open Water Training: two open water dives over one day
Where can I go from here?
Your Adventures In Diving Underwater Naturalist Adventure Dive may
count towards your Underwater Naturalist Specialty course at instructor
discretion. This Specialty course also counts toward one of the five
required Specialties for the Master Scuba Diver rating. To learn more
about the aquatic life in your area, Contact PADI Master Instructor Monte Lee Thornton or sign up online Today. to enroll.
