Tuesday, November 11: Mackenzie Massey - God’s Pocket

Fresh off a trip to the incredible God's Pocket Resort in British Columbia, Mackenzie will be sharing highlights from his underwater explorations — the incredible marine life he encountered, and a few elusive creatures he hoped to spot. Mackenzie will talk about what makes this remote destination so special for divers and underwater photographers, from its dramatic seascapes to its vibrant biodiversity.

Mackenzie will also cover the practical side: how to get there, what to expect from the conditions (spoiler: the water is cold and the currents demand respect), and tips for planning an extended trip in the region. God's Pocket isn’t for beginners, but for experienced divers looking for a truly unique cold-water experience, it’s hard to beat.

By day, Mackenzie works in product management at Zygo which makes ultra precision optics and scientific instruments, putting an engineering background to good use. But when the workday ends, you’ll probably find him underwater with a camera in hand. He first got SCUBA certified back in Massachusetts between high school and college, but things really took off after moving to the San Francisco Bay Area in 2014. That’s when underwater photography became more than just a hobby — it became a passion. Since 2016, Mackenzie has been the President of the Northern California Underwater Photographic Society (NCUPS), helping connect fellow divers and photo enthusiasts.

November Minicomp

November’s theme is “Split Shot”. Please upload by Tuesday noon to avoid the last minute rush and help to keep the minicomp wrangler's blood pressure down! Please name your files like this 10YourName.jpg.

Upload November entries here.

Meeting starts TUESDAY at 7pm (Pacific Time!). But I strongly urge you to arrive by around 6:45.

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NCUPS Background

The Northern California Underwater Photographic Society (NCUPS) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that promotes interest in underwater photography. The club has been active since 1957, sponsoring educational events on both underwater photography and video while promoting awareness of the underwater environment and pertinent ecological issues. NCUPS serves the greater San Francisco Bay area, including Silicon Valley. FEIN 94-3278015