Have you ever noticed that there's something magical and something special about the ocean? We're drawn to it like bears to honey. Ever since I took my first dip in the ocean when I was just a young boy I've loved the ocean and dream about hitting the waves all year long especially when winter hits. I've never been a fan of the cold or the snow and I live in one of the best states for skiing.
I was able to visit Hawaii for the first time about 3 years ago and discovered just how awesome the ocean can be. The water there is so clear, warm and has some of the best waves for surfing and skimboarding in the world.
Oceans have an immense amount of energy and power. They can be as calm as a church mouse or as deadly as the black plague. I think one reason people are drawn to the ocean is the feeling you get the minute you dive into the water. You can instantly feel it's power and instantly respect all it's power and beauty. This is definitely one reason that surfers are so addicted to surfing and will give up everything they have and own just to be able to hit the waves everyday. Surfing is a lifestyle, religion and a way of life for surfers, it's what they live for everyday that they're alive. Now that's pretty powerful, there's only a few other sports that I know of that people have that much love for.
If you ever get a chance I recommend going to Hawaii and witnessing the surf culture there. No where else I know of has more serious surfers than Hawaii. Once you visit there you'll see why and what I mean.
Have fun, go out and hit the waves.
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Friday, August 20, 2010
Our Cool Oceans
When it comes to water sports such as surfing, skimboarding, body boarding, snorkeling and scuba diving there's many different places and oceans to choose from and we're going to talk about the different oceans and some unique facts about each one.
Pacific: This ocean is most famous among Americans living in the west because of California and also more famous for being Hawaii's ocean. It also happens to be the biggest ocean in the world. The Mariana Trench is in the Pacific Ocean and happens to be the deepest point in the world. The Pacific was first sighted in the sixteenth century by Spanish explorers.
Atlantic: This ocean is the second largest ocean in the world and is known for it's S shaped basin and design. As most people know the Atlantic was the ocean explorers used when they discovered the Americas and has a lot of rich history in it. The Atlantic is now a famous hot spot for travelers looking to have fun with their families during the summer months and even during the winter if you happen to make it down to Florida.
Indian: This ocean is the third largest ocean in the world and is a major route for transporting goods such as petroleum from the Middle East. An estimated 40% of the world's off shore oil comes directly from the Indian. It's also a popular place to fish for shrimp and tuna.
Southern/Antarctic: Obviously being one of the coldest oceans in the world with temperatures reaching -2 to 10 celsius. This ocean is also know for fishing large amounts of krill and Patagonian toothfish.
Arctic: Also known as the North Pole. The Arctic is known for certain sea life such as walruses, whales and polar bears. This ocean was also known for being a hazard to ships trying to explore it or pass through it, this was before the invention of the modern "ice breakers".
Every ocean on earth is cool and unique in their own way. If you ever get the chance I recommend trying to visit each ocean and each continent before you die, it's quite the experience.
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Pacific: This ocean is most famous among Americans living in the west because of California and also more famous for being Hawaii's ocean. It also happens to be the biggest ocean in the world. The Mariana Trench is in the Pacific Ocean and happens to be the deepest point in the world. The Pacific was first sighted in the sixteenth century by Spanish explorers.
Atlantic: This ocean is the second largest ocean in the world and is known for it's S shaped basin and design. As most people know the Atlantic was the ocean explorers used when they discovered the Americas and has a lot of rich history in it. The Atlantic is now a famous hot spot for travelers looking to have fun with their families during the summer months and even during the winter if you happen to make it down to Florida.
Indian: This ocean is the third largest ocean in the world and is a major route for transporting goods such as petroleum from the Middle East. An estimated 40% of the world's off shore oil comes directly from the Indian. It's also a popular place to fish for shrimp and tuna.
Southern/Antarctic: Obviously being one of the coldest oceans in the world with temperatures reaching -2 to 10 celsius. This ocean is also know for fishing large amounts of krill and Patagonian toothfish.
Arctic: Also known as the North Pole. The Arctic is known for certain sea life such as walruses, whales and polar bears. This ocean was also known for being a hazard to ships trying to explore it or pass through it, this was before the invention of the modern "ice breakers".
Every ocean on earth is cool and unique in their own way. If you ever get the chance I recommend trying to visit each ocean and each continent before you die, it's quite the experience.
http://www.SkimBoardPros.com
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