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Welcome to LIDA Online
The Online Home of the Long Island Divers Association

LIDA is a not-for-profit regional organization dedicated to the promotion of local diving, the representation of divers interests throughout the diving and general community, and the protection of divers rights through outreach to our local and regional government officials. We are funded by member dues and donations and the proceeds from our annual Film Festival fundraiser. LIDA is staffed completely by volunteers.

In the News Wes Skiles, Renowned Underwater Photographer Dies During Dive The diving community has lost a pioneer. Wes Skiles, world-renowned underwater explorer, pioneer cave diver and award winning photographer and videographer has died in a diving accident off the coast of Florida. More... Wes Skiles: Photo by Luis Lamar

2010 Film Festival Friday, November 12, 2010 Hofstra University Theater, Hempstead, NY Time: 8:00 pm sharp to midnight Ticket Price Includes: Films, Live DJ, Food, Beer, Wine, and Soft drinks Admission: $30 LIDA Members, $35 Non-Members Tickets are available at your local dive shop or call (631) 327-8924 2010 LIDA Film Festival | Download Flyer

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