Scott Hamer

Quote: 
Do you know there's been like 8 shark related death's in the Caribbean since 1892!?! I'm not going. - Scott Hamer
Academy Award: 
M.V.D. Month of Recognition: 
January
Recognition for: 
Passing Open Water Certification and overcoming fear of swimming in the ocean.
M.V.D. profile photo: 
Nationality: 
British
Occupation: 
Royal Navy Officer
Date of Birth: 
23/03/1982
Other Interests: 
Rugby, Football, Snowboarding, Travelling, Eating Loads, Hiking, Running, Dressing up as netballers
Location of Achivement: 
Dominica

In January 2009 Scott went out to pass his open water certification etc. etc. Scott has never been one for the water, 'I've always been more comfortable on land, and although I'm in the Navy I'm terrified of the water! Well not terrified' Apprehensive.

Scott's journey to overcome his fear took him to Dominica, the Nature Island of the Caribbean, where he decided to complete his PADI Open Water Certification and challenge Dominica's rugged terrain above and below Dominica's water line....

Underwater Chart: 
Dive Certification: 
PADI Open Water Diver
Dives Logged: 
10
Why I learnt to dive: 
To challenge my fear of the ocean
Favourite thing about diving: 
Seeing sharks!
My most challenging dive experience: 
Having to take off my mask for the first time.
Favourite Marine Species: 
Hawksbill Sea Turtle, Bridled Burrfish, Blacktip Reef Shark
Best Dive Spot: 
Toucari Caves
Conservation Groups I Support: 
Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, Bite Back UK
Reasons for my support: 
After my first hand interaction with Whales and sharks in Dominica, I developed a passion first hand for the ocean. As a Navy man myself, I know the dangers of taking on illegal fishing vessels at sea and I commend Sea Shepherd and Bite-Back for all their brave voluntary work.
Future Ambitions: 
Mine Clearance Diver!
M.V.D. in action: