Join the, “ Dive God,” along with innovative shark legend Jeremiah Sullivan and world renowned photographer Tim Calver (Pirates of the Caribbean) for the Bimini Shark Showdown 2014: Underwater Photography Competition and Workshop
Bimini Sands and Neal Watson’s Hammer Headquarters are proud to announce their 2014 Shark Showdown Photo Week February 22-March 01, 2014. Join underwater legends for a week of sun, sand, sharks and shooting.
Bimini has been at the forefront of shark science and shark conservation for decades with the establishment of the world renowned Bimini Biological Field Station (Sharklab), the world’s first Shark Free Marina and as part of the Bahamas Shark Sanctuary. Divers have also enjoyed countless species on various dive encounters, but this event marks the islands biggest media event dedicated solely to sharks.
Each year the great hammerheads migrate through the crystal clear waters of Bimini. Neal Watson’s Hammer Headquarters offers encounters with these majestic creatures lead by guides who developed the site and have over a decade of experience diving there. Part of the proceeds from each diver goes directly to local shark research and conservation efforts.
Your week of adventure includes incredible shark diving, a wild stingray encounter, wild dolphins, a mangrove snorkel, all meals & beverages, luxury condo accommodation with the dive boat at your door step, pro workshops and one on one tutorials throughout the week and amazing prizes including gear from Oceanic/Aeris, Pelican, Shark Armor, Pascale Painter of the Blue and a weekend getaway with airfare and diving at Bimini Sands.
Come experience the great hammerheads of Bimini with the only local dive operation, marine biologists, shark experts and filming pros. Enjoy beach front condos, door to door dive service and some of the best shark diving in the world.
Judges:
- Tim Calver-Professional photographer
- Jeremiah Sullivan-Marine biologist and developer of chain mail suits
- Craig Woods- Head of Bahamas Film Commission
- Frank Cooney Sr.-CEO Bimini Sands Resort & Marina
- Jillian Morris- Professional Photographer & Marine Biologist
- Katie Grudecki- Marine Biologist & Bimini Naturalist
Space is limited so email dive@biminisands.com for details or call US 954-615-1011/ Toll Free 800-737-1007
Video Week January 25-February 01, 2014
Official Media Outlet for both weeks is The Bahamas Weekly
