Join us at New River Beach for this year's REEF Great Annual Fish Count Dive and Potluck!


REEF (Reef Environmental Education Foundation) is an international marine conservation organization that engages divers and ocean enthusiasts in citizen science projects that help protect marine biodiversity. By participating, you'll contribute valuable data while enjoying a fantastic day of diving with fellow ocean lovers.

Join us for a FREE marine life education class at the Trans World Radio (TWR) Bonaire Headquarters on Thursday, June 25 at 7:00 pm AST! 

We’ll be starting our new series on odd‑shaped swimmers, beginning with the puffers, porcupinefish, and boxfish

What to Expect:

Learn how to distinguish commonly confused fish species

Explore what it means to be a citizen scientist and how you can contribute to the Volunteer Fish Survey Project

Connect with fellow ocean lovers - all are welcome!

Photo by NM Stewart

Welcome to the Citizen Science Corner, our quarterly feature to celebrate those who recently reached a milestone in our Volunteer Fish Survey Project. Here are achievements from January, February and March 2026.

Ultra Golden Hamlet Award

The Ultra Golden Hamlet Award is for individuals who have conducted at least 2000 surveys. Congratulations to our newest achiever! Click here to see other Ultra Golden Hamlet Award achievers.

Kathy Doane completes her 500th REEF survey dive

Welcome to the Citizen Science Corner, our quarterly feature to celebrate those who recently reached a milestone in our Volunteer Fish Survey Project. Here are achievements from October, November and December 2025.

Golden Hamlet Award

Congratulations to Marta Zahalak who has completed 1000+ REEF surveys! Click here to read more about Marta's path to the Golden Hamlet Club.

Juvenile Hamlet Award

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