TWR (Trans World Radio) Bonaire 64 Kaya Gob. N. Debrot, Kralendijk, Caribbean Netherlands
10/29/2026 7:00pm AST
Join us for a FREE marine life education class at the Trans World Radio (TWR) Bonaire Headquarters on Thursday, October 29 at 7:00 pm AST
10/31/2026 11:00am EDT
REEF Ocean Exploration Center, 98380 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037
Get ready to meet some of the spookiest fish on the reef! From creepy camouflage to strange shapes and spooky survival strategies, we’ll explore some of the ocean’s most unusual fish and uncover what makes them so fascinating. Join us for a fun, family-friendly look at the eerie side of marine life!
Free and open to the public. All ages welcome!
11/3/2026 6:00pm EST
REEF Ocean Exploration Center, 98380 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037
Join us for the second Waterlust Trivia Challenge of the fall! Test your knowledge across a range of marine science topics, from marine biology and oceanography to marine chemistry, geology, and atmospheric science. The questions are designed to challenge players at a graduate-student level, so teams with a mix of interests and knowledge are encouraged.
Teams can have 1–6 players. The winning team will take home a $75 Waterlust digital gift card per person!
Andros, Bahamas
Fish Survey
Tropical Western Atlantic
11/7/2026 to 11/14/2026
Shelby Thomas, Engagement Coordinator
Small Hope Bay Lodge is a historic, intimate, and eco-friendly resort that has been welcoming guests to Andros Island for over 60 years.
SOLD OUT - Contact trips@REEF.org to be added to waitlist
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11/7/2026 11:00am EST
REEF Ocean Exploration Center, 98380 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037
Dive into the world of rays and discover what makes these fascinating animals so special! Learn about ray biology, ecology, and the habitats they call home, including the waters of the Florida Keys. Through a fun, hands-on activity, explore how rays survive, find food, and play an important role in marine ecosystems.
Free event | Fun for all ages!
REEF Ocean Exploration Center, 98380 Overseas Hwy. Key Largo, FL 33037
11/10/2026 6:00pm to 8:00pm EST
Dr. Koch’s work involves working closely with officials at the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, which protects more than 2,800 square miles of water surrounding the 125-mile-long island chain. This partnership and oversight benefit the Keys’ fragile marine ecosystems.
11/12/2026 8:00pm EST
Hilary Penner
REEF Into the Blue Book Club will be discussing The Gulf: The Making of an American Sea by Jack E. Davis for the November session.
General / Other Taxa
11/14/2026 11:00am EST
REEF Ocean Exploration Center, 98380 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037
Join us for a free community science lesson and activity in our Science Discovery Classroom! This week learn about the spread of the invasive lionfish in the Florida Keys and how it has impacted the ecosystem. Then, watch an educational lionfish dissection and learn how to get involved in our removal efforts!
All ages are welcome!
11/17/2026 6:00pm EST
REEF Ocean Exploration Center, 98380 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037
Join us for a special Research Presentation Night with Goshen College! Students will share reflections on their experiences in the Florida Keys and present the research and projects they worked on during their time with REEF.
Come learn about their work, hear what they discovered, and celebrate their time exploring marine science and conservation in the Keys.
11/19/2026 8:00pm EST
Hilary Penner and Daisy Anderson
All are invited to join us online on Thursday, November 19, at 8pm EST for a special webinar, Oceans for All: Exploring Diverse Experiences in Marine Conservation. When diverse experiences are brought together and amplified, they become a movement and a force for change.
General / Other Taxa