I’ve always wanted to obtain my scuba diving certification. I remember taking several introductory scuba lessons while cruising through parts of Mexico and traveling through parts of the South Pacific (circa late 1990-2002). However, every time I returned to the States life resumed and I never took the time to complete the courses necessary for certification. I was relatively young, in my late twenties/early thirties and other every day things took priority.

Fast forward to July 2016. In the course of one month, I obtained my SSI (Scuba Schools International) Open Water Certification & Advanced Adventurer Certification (the ISO equivalent to PADI’s Advanced Open Water Certification). I look forward to pursuing further scuba certifications in the future.

Today,  I share my All Things Scuba Photo. I hope you enjoy. I can’t wait to explore and journey back under the sea. I’m so glad I finally took the plunge.

There are many ways to traverse through the Shenandoah National Park. My route included the scenic Skyline Drive and my 2010 Harley Davidson FatBoy Lo.

Skyline Drive runs 105 miles north and south along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Dress warm (in layers) if traveling this route via motorcycle during the fall season as it can be a bit chilly & windy at the higher elevations. I happened to visit the park on Halloween, hence my Alfred Hitchcock inspired photos. However, Skyline Drive is especially picturesque during the fall with the ever changing colors of the leaves and trees.

To learn more about Skyline Drive, the Shenandoah National Park, its amenities and activities visit https://www.nps.gov/shen/index.htm.

Happy Halloween & Happy 100th Birthday to our National Park Services!