Underwater Naturalist *taken from the PADI website Why PADI Underwater Naturalist Course? Look closer to see more on your next dive. Look for symbioses, predator/prey and other relationships between aquatic plant and animal life. Learn not just what fish and animals are, but how they interact with each other and the environment. What do I need to start? PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)OR PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver AND PADI Underwater Navigation certifications (or qualifying certification from another organization) Minimum age: 10 years old What will I do? Learn about why some creatures behave the way they do and what their role is in the aquatic ecosystem. What You Learn: The major aquatic life groupings, interactions and factual information that dispels negative myths. The role of aquatic plants, food chains and predator prey relationships Responsible interactions with aquatic life The underwater naturalist's view of organisms and their roles in the environment How long will it take? Recommended Course Hours: 24 Minimum Open Water Training: two dives Where can I go from here? Contact Sea Lions to get going at 630.289.1680! 158 East Lake Street Hanover Park, IL 60133 630.289.1680