Surfrider Foundation's network of more than 200 volunteer-powered chapters work across virtually every stretch of coastline in the US to reduce plastic pollution in our ocean and beaches, ensure clean water to surf, swim, and play in, protect the ocean, preserve beach access, and enhance the resi
Join us for a free community science lesson and activity in our Science Discovery Classroom! This week explore Florida Keys ecosystems by examining local animals and plants and learning how they are all interconnected. Discover the unique benefits of each ecosystem.
All ages welcome!
Join Mote Marine Laboratory's Florida Keys BleachWatch team!
Join us for a free community science lesson and activity in our Science Discovery Classroom! Dive into REEF’s ongoing collaboration with the Cayman Islands Department of Environment and scientists from UC San Diego and Oregon State to study and protect the Nassau Grouper, a keystone Caribbean species. Better understand how stakeholders play a role in species protection.
All ages welcome!
We are thrilled to be joining the Waterlust Trivia Challenge this semester! Put your marine sceince knowledge to the test at the REEF Ocean Exploration Center. The subject matter will span all aspects of marine science- such as marine biology, physical oceanography, marine chemistry, marine geology, atmospheric science etc. The questions that will challenge players with a graduate-student level of education, so creating diverse teams with members with a wide variety of knowledge is encouraged. Teams may have between 1-6 participants.
We are kicking off the summer with an Keys Community Intern Mixer- a chance to network with fellow interns, make new friends, and get the inside scoop on who’s working on what in the Upper Florida Keys!
All are welcome.
Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
Education is powerful.
Join REEF’s Field Survey Trips Program Manager and fish enthusiast, Stacey Henderson as he teaches us all about the interesting species you can find while diving or snorkeling in the Florida Bay!
Photo by Stacey Henderson
Known as one of the best-preserved marine areas in the Caribbean, Jardines de la Reina (Gardens of the Queen) is a marine park located in the southeastern portion of Cuba known for its high fish diversity and biomass.