Actually there is a difference between a snorkeler and a skindiver. The snorkeler remains at the surface the entire time. They remain a snorkeler until they submerge on a breath hold dive. Snorkelers that go below the surface of the water are called skin divers. There is also more of a distinction being made nowadays between skindiving and freediving. People are starting to consider freediving more of an extreme form of skindiving.

We offer a great Snorkelpedia for your enjoyment.

SeaDive Snorkel Snax is fun way to feed fish while snorkeling.

Concceived in the Caribbean, but made in the States, SeaDive Snorkel Snax utilizes a proprietary blend of marine grade fish food that can be used by snorkelers, swimmers, divers and any other recreational water sports enthusiasts.

A few good tips after purchasing the SeaDine Snorkel Snax: Keep the SeaDine out of direct sunlight, as this helps to retain the proper consistency. Kneed the tube prior to using. Wear the elastic band on your wrist or your arm, never around your neck! Snorkel Snax  should never be fed to mammals or humans… have fun in the water!

My compliments on your question and for showing a maturity level not often seen these days. Even though snorkeling is more enjoyable when it is a shared activity, there are situations where you may be the only one that wants to snorkel. If this is the case, it is a good idea to take some additional precautions, one of which is to where a highly visible snorkeling vest.

This will make you easier to spot for anyone looking from shore or a boat. The vest is usually worn deflated or partially inflated. if you get tired out you can inflate it orally to allow you to rest, relax and recover.

Having a whistle with you is also a wise idea should you encounter a problem and need assistance. Make sure the whistle isn’t made of shiny metal as we humans tend to use shiny things as fishing lures. This is also a good reason not to wear jewelry while swimming or snorkeling in the ocean.

Having someone you know on the beach is always advisable but letting someone know where you will be snorkeling, how long you plan to be out there and when you expect to be back should always be a part of your snorkel plan.

Courtesy of SAIL WORLD

With so many of our readers living on the water coasts, this means many own their own boats or know those that do. It makes snorkeling for you and your family a different type of snorkeling which is not beach snorkeling but boat snorkeling.

I found this article from Sail-World and it is a great introduction or reminder on how to anchor in waters with coral.  We will give you the numbered tips but we recommend that you take time to read this great article from Sail-World.

1) Arrive when the sun is behind you

2) Eye ball your way over the coral

3) Chart your way in and out

4) Alway have someone at the front while entering the coral

5) Those scouting for coral must wear sunglasses

6) When anchoring use two-way radios or clear hand signals

7) Know what the color of water means

Always anchor in sand

Thank you Sail World for the sound words.