The Faces of REEF: Pieter Booth

REEF members are the heart of our grassroots marine conservation programs. A diverse community of divers, snorkelers, and ocean enthusiasts support our mission to conserve marine environments worldwide.

This month we highlight Pieter Booth, a REEF member from Washington. He is an active surveyor in the Pacific Coast of the US and Canada (PAC) region, where he has conducted more than 120 surveys. He enjoys exploring the nearby waters of the Puget Sound. We're thankful that Pieter is a part of REEF, and look forward to seeing more surveys from him in the future!

Learn About the Oceans With New Fishinars for 2024

Our online programs are free and open to all! Check out what's coming up, and view the entire schedule of Fishinars and other online programs here.

Farewell and Best Fishes to David Ehlert

This month, we say a fond farewell to David Ehlert, who served as REEF Campus Coordinator for the past four years. Originally from Kentucky, he first came to REEF as a Marine Conservation Intern during the summer of 2018. After graduating from the University of Kentucky with a B.S. in Natural Resources and Environmental Science, David returned to REEF for the summer of 2019 as the Education and Outreach Program Lead Intern. We were thrilled to have him officially join the staff in November 2019.

Protecting the Oceans, Protecting Our Future

This holiday season, give the gift of healthy oceans by supporting REEF! Thanks to the support and dedication of members like you, REEF is using science, education, and research to protect the oceans, and inspiring people to take action for ocean conservation. We're so grateful to everyone who has made a donation this season. If you have not yet made a gift, please consider donating to REEF today. Your year-end contribution will help us keep our amazing momentum for marine conservation in the new year.

Fish of the Month: December 2023

We're unwrapping a special treat for our December Fish of the Month: presenting the Ribbon Eel, Rhinomuraena quaesita!

Putting it to Work: Who’s Using REEF Data, November 2023

2023 marks the 30th anniversary of the REEF Volunteer Fish Survey Project. Since its launch in 1993, this citizen science program has generated one of the largest marine life databases in the world through marine life sightings surveys conducted by volunteer divers and snorkelers. A key aspect of the project's success and impact is that REEF data are available to everyone.

REEF Conservation Science Team Concludes Testing for Deep Water Lionfish Traps in Florida Keys

From March to June of this year, the REEF Conservation Science team completed a rigorous set of field testing for two types of deep water traps to capture invasive lionfish: the Gittings Noncontainment Trap, and a modified lobster trap, both designed for capturing lionfish from mesophotic reefs in the Florida Keys. With the help of Forever Young Charter Company and local volunteers, our team deployed these traps in a paired design at 43 different natural and artificial reefs across the Upper Florida Keys.

REEF Conducts Grouper Moon Teacher Workshops in Cayman Islands

This month, REEF and the Cayman Islands Department of the Environment (DoE) presented professional development workshops for educators on Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac in the Cayman Islands. The workshops, led by Grouper Moon educator Todd Bohannon and Bradley Johnson from DoE, provided teachers with a marine science curriculum based on the Grouper Moon Project for intermediate/elementary and high school students.

REEF Advanced Assessment Team Collects Marine Life Data in Florida and Salish Sea

The REEF Volunteer Fish Survey Project enables divers and snorkelers to collect and report information on marine fish populations, plus invertebrate and algae species in temperate areas. Participants can measure their fish ID knowledge along with their surveying experience through REEF Experience Levels, which are categorized from beginner to expert. Experience Levels are achieved by submitting a certain number of surveys and passing a fish ID test.

Save the Date for Giving Tuesday on November 28, 2023

The start of November means that the holiday season is fast approaching. We're looking forward to kicking off this joyous time of year with Giving Tuesday on November 28. Giving Tuesday is a day for people to come together and make a meaningful impact for a better future.

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