Camera Meets a Shark
A camera meeting a shark sounds like the start of a joke—or the beginning of a story. That’s exactly what this blog is about: tales of adventure, conservation, and discovery aimed at building an emotional connection between people and marine life.
Here, I share field stories, encounters, short reflections, and the incredible people and organizations shaping the ocean’s future. Whether it’s a shark encounter, a dive with rays, or a moment of insight from the field, every post offers a glimpse into the world beneath the surface—and the journey of those working to protect it.
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Finding Wonder in a Single Eagle Ray
A tiny juvenile eagle ray became the unexpected highlight of a few winter dives on the C-56 wreck. Its markings, confidence, and surprising place at the front of the formation stayed with me long after the dive ended. Sometimes it’s the smallest animal in the ocean that holds your attention the longest.
Whale Shark Encounters off Isla Blanca
A mid-summer search for whale sharks off Isla Blanca delivers a mix of luck, patience, and unforgettable encounters. From blue-water sightings to shifting migration patterns, this trip highlights both the beauty and uncertainty of whale shark season in Mexico.
Mobula, Cownose Rays, and Sea Lions in Baja California
A return to Baja brought sea lions at Los Islotes, mobula and cownose ray encounters in La Ventana, and a deeper look at the wildlife pressures facing the Sea of Cortez. A week filled with movement, marine life, and meaningful reminders of why Baja is so special.
A Week of Lessons with ReefCI in Belize
A week with ReefCI on Tom Owens Island offered hands-on conservation work, lionfish culling dives, and simple days shaped by purpose. A meaningful trip guided by routine, community, and lessons from the Belize Barrier Reef.
A Simple Trip to Playa del Carmen That Became More
A routine visit to Playa del Carmen turned into lionfish hunting with friends and a quiet trip to Cenote Angelita. A simple story from a few unexpected days in my second home — proof that not every trip needs a plan.
Chasing Mako and Blue Sharks in Baja
A March visit to Baja took us back to Cabo San Lucas for three days of mako and blue shark diving — a slow start that turned into one of our most unforgettable pelagic encounters. From playful blues to multiple makos and a return to Cabo Pulmo’s bull sharks, this trip was pure Baja magic.
A Return to the Reefs of Belize
A decade after our first visit, we returned to Belize to explore Lighthouse Reef and Turneffe Atoll — a place where eagle rays glide beside you, coral walls glow with life, and every dive reminds you why this coastline stays etched in your memory. A reflective week on some of the Caribbean’s most vibrant reefs.