While lionfish removal is a top priority, REEF also strives to make sustainable choices for use of the lionfish post-removal. Lionfish have red and white stripes and long, fanlike spines and fins. These characteristics make the perfect jewelry to wow everyone. Through this lionfish jewelry workshop, you will learn how to turn an invasive species into a stunning one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry.
During the workshop, REEF will present on the background of the invasion, biology/ecology of lionfish, impacts, current research findings, collecting tools and techniques, market development, and ways to get involved.
REEF presenters will demonstrate a step-by-step on how to make this special lionfish jewelry using pre-treated lionfish fins. The piece you make during the workshop will be yours to take home that evening!
All lionfish used in our workshops are locally speared by volunteer divers. Following capture, the lionfish fins and spines are carefully removed and treated to ensure safe handling.
The $35 workshop fee includes:
- Materials for creating 2 of your own jewelry or key chain pieces to take home
- Presentation and tutorial
- REEF wine or pint glass to take home
- Wine, beer, non-alcoholic beverages
Each additional piece is $15.
Click here for more information about REEF's Invasive Species Program.