mtanne
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I have dived Molokini in Maui several times and encountered whitetip reef sharks several times - sometimes 4 or 5 in one dive.
The Stuart Cove's shark dive on New Providence, The Bahamas is an exciting way to experience caribbean reef sharks up close. I was a bit apprehensive, and had mixed feelings about shark-feeding dives, but I found the Stuart Cove's team to be very professional, disciplined, and clear about the rules. Experiencing these sharks was amazing.
For those who disagree with organized shark dives, my feeling is this: sharks are majestic animals that have been labeled "monsters" by movies and the media, which is one reason efforts to stop the killing aren't as effective, as say, baby seals, which are cute. The more we come to see sharks as amazing, majestic creatures, the more we'll value and respect them. My experience with sharks left me in awe, and more educated about them.
Accidents will happen (4,810 motorcycle fatalities in 2006, but we don't make motorcycles illegal) and some activities have more inherent risk. The sharks are ONLY interested in the fish food and there is extremely low probability of getting bitten if you follow the rules. (Although I'm pretty sure I don't want the job of the guy in the chainmail suit and the fish on a stick).
The Stuart Cove's shark dive on New Providence, The Bahamas is an exciting way to experience caribbean reef sharks up close. I was a bit apprehensive, and had mixed feelings about shark-feeding dives, but I found the Stuart Cove's team to be very professional, disciplined, and clear about the rules. Experiencing these sharks was amazing.
For those who disagree with organized shark dives, my feeling is this: sharks are majestic animals that have been labeled "monsters" by movies and the media, which is one reason efforts to stop the killing aren't as effective, as say, baby seals, which are cute. The more we come to see sharks as amazing, majestic creatures, the more we'll value and respect them. My experience with sharks left me in awe, and more educated about them.
Accidents will happen (4,810 motorcycle fatalities in 2006, but we don't make motorcycles illegal) and some activities have more inherent risk. The sharks are ONLY interested in the fish food and there is extremely low probability of getting bitten if you follow the rules. (Although I'm pretty sure I don't want the job of the guy in the chainmail suit and the fish on a stick).
