The next workshop will be hosted at Mote Marine Lab in Summerland Key on Wednesday October 24th, and will consist of a morning classroom session and afternoon dives with Captain Hook’s Strike Zone Charters in Big Pine Key. The workshop will begin at 9 AM, and will include background on the invasion, lionfish biology, ecological impacts, current research, collecting and handling techniques and much more! Attendees can obtain a permit to collect lionfish within the Sanctuary Preservation Areas in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary using hand nets only.
Join one of REEF's valued Conservation Partners, Scuba Center in Eagan, MN, for a presentation "Fish of the Philippines" which will start at 7pm Central Time. Join this Fish Night to learn about the species that you can find while snorkeling and diving in the Philippines which is an incredible diverse region full of reef life. Fish Nights are fun and free to attend. Friends, family and non-divers are all welcome to come and enjoy these informal, fun learning sessions.
Help improve the health of coral reefs by hunting lionifsh in a REEF derby! Not a diver? You can also participate in the culinary competition by buying a VIP ticket. This will allow you to taste and vote on your favorite dish while promoting lionfish as a tasty and sustainable food choice.
Come celebrate the impact and success of marine conservation and education initiatives in the Florida Keys. REEF Fest eents include educational seminars, social gatherings, diving and eco-adventures alongside some of the most prestigious names in diving and marine conservation. All REEF Fest events are open to the public but pre-registration is requested, and tickets are required for the Saturday banquet.
An annual celebration of marine conservation. Events include educational seminars, social gatherings, diving and eco-adventures alongside some of the most prestigious names in diving and marine conservation. All REEF Fest events are open to the public. Visit www.REEF.org/reeffest to register and for schedule details.