Welcome back to Our Evening Chats with Ray, Ryo & Little Rae! Big milestone: Ryo is officially an Open Water Scuba Diver. 🎉 In this episode we talk through the whole journey—from e-learning and pool sessions to first ocean dives—plus the three big fears most new divers face (breathing underwater, gear anxiety, and marine-life worries) and how Ryo worked through them. We revisit favorite sites like Crash Boat Beach (Aguadilla, Puerto Rico) and Blue Heron Bridge (Florida), geek out about buoyancy and mask-clearing, and share close-ups with a turtle, stingray, a baby nurse shark… and yes, Dory. We also touch on coral health, artificial reefs, and why buddy skills matter. If you’re a parent considering scuba for your kid, or a new diver looking for encouragement, this one’s for you. 💙 Chapters below. If you want more family adventures, hit Subscribe and ring the bell. Have a question about junior certifications or gear? Drop it in the comments! 🎧 Podcast/Channel: Our Evening Chats Locations mentioned: Crash Boat (Aguadilla, PR), Blue Heron Bridge (Riviera Beach, FL), Lake Denton (FL) Gear/Skills mentioned: BCD & tank setup, mask clearing, buoyancy control, buddy checks, dealing with cramps/jellyfish stings Safety note: Always dive within your training limits, follow your agency’s guidelines, and dive with a certified buddy/divemaster when appropriate.