Reef Clean Up at Badian

Yesterday, at Lambug Beach in Badian, Savedra Dive Center, a PADI Eco Diver Center and Green Fins member, teamed up with the Philippine Coastguard and the DENR for a significant cleanup dive.

Close to Lambug Beach is a remarkable dive spot for advanced divers, Sunken Island, known for its underwater pinnacle that rises from the depths to about 25 meters of the surface. This dive site is celebrated for its vibrant marine life, including schools of trevally, snappers, and the occasional sighting of larger pelagics such as barracudas and tuna.

In an ongoing effort to combat plastic pollution, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has been organizing ScubaSurero dives—cleanup dives named from “Scuba” and the Cebuano word “Basurero” meaning trash collector

This event highlighted the importance of community and organizational collaboration in environmental conservation. We are deeply grateful to the DENR for leading this initiative, to the Philippine Coastguard for their steadfast support, and to our dedicated team of divers. Among them were our enthusiastic apprentices Vivian, Roel, Bogz, and Leon, who eagerly took to the waters to help rid our beautiful beach of harmful debris.

Their combined efforts resulted in the removal of a significant amount of trash, making a substantial impact on the local environment. Moreover, this initiative also served as a platform to raise awareness about the importance of preserving our natural habitats. The hard work and dedication of everyone involved demonstrate that collective action can lead to meaningful and positive change.

At Savedra Dive Center, we are committed to environmental stewardship, as reflected in our PADI Eco Diver Center accreditation and Green Fins membership. These affiliations underscore our dedication to sustainable diving practices and marine conservation.

We look forward to many more successful cleanup dives and a brighter, cleaner future for our planet. Together, we can make a difference.

As we continue to fight plastic pollution, we encourage everyone to participate in similar efforts and adopt more sustainable practices in their daily lives.

Every small action contributes to a larger goal of maintaining the cleanliness of our beaches and the health of our oceans.

By working together, we can protect our reefs and marine life, ensuring that they thrive for generations to come.

If you want to get more involved, you might want to to take some of these courses:

Project AWARE Specialist

The Project AWARE Specialist course educates divers about the importance of ocean conservation. It covers marine ecosystems, threats to aquatic environments, and how divers can take action to protect our oceans. This non-diving course is suitable for both divers and non-divers who want to make a positive impact on marine conservation.

AWARE Coral Reef Conservation

The AWARE Coral Reef Conservation course introduces divers to the complex and fragile nature of coral reef ecosystems. It covers coral biology, the ecological significance of coral reefs, and the threats they face. Divers learn how they can contribute to the protection and preservation of coral reefs through responsible diving practices and advocacy.

Dive Against Debris

The Dive Against Debris course focuses on underwater clean-up initiatives. Divers are trained to safely remove marine debris from the ocean, record data on the types and quantities of debris found, and contribute to global efforts to reduce marine pollution. This course combines practical dive skills with environmental stewardship, encouraging divers to take an active role in protecting the underwater world.