DFO diver takes 1,000th plunge

Department of Fisheries and Oceans diver Philip Sargent recently experienced a milestone moment when he made his 1,000th dive in Brigus while collecting sea stars. The Lewisporte native has encountered a variety of marine life forms on his many dives. — Submitted photos by Philip Sargent and DFO
Philip Sargent can thank his breathing equipment for helping him make it through 1,000 dives safely. — Submitted photo by DFO
Gem anemone as witnessed on a dive near Island Cove. — Submitted photo by DFO
A winter skate. — Submitted photo by Philip Sargent

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Published on February 21, 2012
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Greg Boland

- February 23, 2012 at 17:59:26

Now at 2,600, most all research. 3,000 is the real carer milestone. Not many make it that are not in the training business.

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Boo Rose

- February 22, 2012 at 17:59:53

Nice going Phil !

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