Mark your calendars: GivingTuesday is coming up on December 2! This global day of generosity is the perfect opportunity to show your support for REEF’s marine conservation and education programs.
This year, your gift will make double the impact. GivingTuesday contributions are being matched dollar for dollar, up to $40,000. Your support helps advance vital conservation science, ocean education, and community engagement that protect our oceans for future generations.
REEF Ocean Explorers Programs offer a wide range of hands-on learning opportunities that promote curiosity and environmental stewardship. From fish identification to interactive lab activities, these programs are designed to bring marine science to life for students of all ages. One of our most popular programs is an invasive lionfish investigation and dissection. During these sessions, REEF staff lead participants through an engaging, hands-on exploration of this invasive predator.
Looking for meaningful, ocean-inspired gifts? The REEF Store offers unique items that celebrate the sea, and every purchase supports marine conservation and education. Find the perfect present for everyone on your list, including:
Children’s Books: Fun stories that inspire young ocean explorers.
Jewelry: Unique designs that reflect the beauty of the sea.
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, as well as 200+ recorded Fishinars here.
Join REEF’s upcoming Fiji! Fiji is known as a hotspot for diving, with massive schools of pelagics, unusual creatures, and their spectacular reefs. The luxurious NAI'A is world-renowned for her crew of experienced Fijian divers and sailors known for their friendliness and expertise. The itinerary also includes a visit to a traditional Fijian village, providing a great cultural experience in addition to unforgettable diving. Enjoy the pristine reefs of Fiji while contributing valuable data to REEF’s marine conservation efforts.
Introducing our October Fish of the Month, the Longnose Filefish, Oxymonacanthus longirostris!
Ever wondered how you can turn your dives and snorkels into meaningful marine conservation? REEF’s Volunteer Fish Survey Project makes it easy—and fun! No training or scientific background required—just curiosity, a love for the ocean, and a desire to learn. What began in 1993 as a simple idea to collect data on fishes, much in the way birdwatchers do on land, has grown into a global effort that has resulted in the world's largest and longest-running marine life sightings database in the world.
Congratulations to REEF surveyor Herb Gruenhagen, who recently joined the Golden Hamlet Club! This distinguished group is made up of highly dedicated volunteers who have conducted 1,000 or more REEF surveys in contribution to the Volunteer Fish Survey Project.
As marine life lovers, we know that diversity is what makes our planet unique. In celebration of diversity above and below the waves, please join us for our annual webinar, Oceans for All: Exploring Diverse Experiences in Marine Conservation. This free webinar will take place on Tuesday, November 4, at 8 pm ET and will be hosted as a panel discussion featuring guest speakers from ocean conservation and science fields.
The votes have been counted, and we're excited to share the 2025 Discover the Sea Photography Contest results! Nearly 400 stunning photos were submitted to this year's contest, and over 3,000 votes were cast! First, second, and third place winners were selected via popular vote for each of the following photo categories: Fish Portrait, Macro, Invertebrate, Comedy, and Habitat/Seascape/Environment. Visit this page to view all the winning photos.
