Georgia FanthorpeStore Team
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Background:
Born and raised in Southern California, Georgia earned her certification in the iconic kelp forests off Catalina Island before relocating to Boston, where she dove headfirst into the chilly waters of the Northeast. Since then, she’s embraced cold water diving fully—it’s the only kind of diving she’s done, and honestly, she wouldn’t have it any other way.
Her favorite dive memory? Navigating through zero-visibility waters off the coast of Maine during her AAUS scientific diver training. It wasn’t exactly tropical, but it was unforgettable. Whether it’s early morning or just before sunset, Georgia finds her rhythm when the water is quiet and the light’s just right.
Favorite Dive Site:
For Georgia, Old Garden Beach is a go-to dive spot where the experience is always solid. The easy summer ramp makes getting in and out a breeze, and the site itself is full of life—especially if you slow down and take the time to look closely. From colorful marine critters to the hidden treasures tucked between the rocks, it’s the kind of place that rewards curiosity and patience every single time.
Favorite Creature:
Georgia has a soft spot for nudibranchs—any and all of them. Bright, bizarre, and endlessly photogenic, these tiny sea slugs are proof that the ocean has a serious flair for design. Every time she finds one, it feels like a little underwater treasure hunt victory.
Favorite Certification Course:
Georgia’s favorite class she’s ever taken at ECD is, hands down, the drysuit course. It completely changed the game, opening up a whole new world of underwater adventures in cold environments. With the right gear and training, suddenly winter dives weren’t just possible—they were awesome. It’s the class that made her fall in love with Northeast diving all over again.
Goals In The Dive Industry:
Georgia isn’t a dive pro—yet—but her passion lies in underwater research. She’s graduating from Boston University with a degree in Archaeological and Environmental Sciences, as well as Marine Science, and she’s already putting that knowledge to work. This summer, she’ll be on Nantucket, diving into eelgrass restoration projects and getting hands-on with marine conservation.
For Georgia, diving is a tool for discovery. She thrives on fieldwork, where science meets salt water, and she’s excited to keep exploring the underwater world one research dive at a time.