What is it?
REEF Fish Academy is an exclusive program for active REEF surveyors who have conducted at least 20 surveys but haven't achieved Intermediate or Advanced experience levels yet. Participants will work with some of the best in Caribbean Fish ID, do some great dives with a group of like-minded individuals, and have a lot of fun!
What is the schedule?
REEF Fish Academy will take place in Key Largo, FL, October 10 - 13.
** 2-tank boat dives Saturday and Sunday with Horizon Divers
** Classroom sessions Saturday and Sunday, Experience Level testing Sunday Evening
** Friday Night Welcome Cocktail Party with Paul Humann and Saturday Night Cookout sponsored by Horizon Divers with special guests Ned and Anna DeLoach
Classroom sessions will be led by REEF staff and REEF co-founder Paul Humann, and will cover the ID latest techniques, materials and REEF programs. It's the perfect way to earn your Level 3 Fins - or maybe even become a REEF Fish Level 4 or 5 Expert Surveyor. We will also introduce you to our NEW REEF Mentor program, which enables you share your excitement and knowledge and recruit new members to REEF.
How do I sign up?
This program is by invitation only and spaces are limited. Contact our REEF Travel Specialist at 1-877-295-7333 (REEF) or trips@reef.org.What is included?
The package includes 3 nights of lodging at the Ramada Inn Key Largo, 2 days of 2-tank boat dives with Horizon Divers, tanks, weights, all applicable taxes, social parties Friday and Saturday nights, as well as the Academy package that includes classroom sessions, a REEF Homestudy DVD Fish ID course, special edition T-shirt, survey materials, and upper level testing.
Package prices start at $390 for double occupancy, plus $125 REEF Academy Fee. Single occupancy package also available.
Come spend a weekend with REEF and make dives that Count!
What are REEF's Experience Levels and Why Should I Advance?
REEF survey data are separated into two categories based on experience level- Novice and Expert. These experience levels are determined by number of surveys completed and examination scores. REEF has 5 levels of experience for fishwatchers -- Level 1 - all new REEF members, Level 2 - Beginning Surveyor, Level 3 - Intermediate Surveyor, Level 4 and 5 - Expert Surveyor. By advancing through the experience levels, your survey data will become even more useful to the scientists and government agencies who use the REEF database. You will also have opportunities to participate in special survey projects and join the new REEF Mentor Program. Visit the REEF Experience Level Page to find out more.
