The class will begin at 6 pm and last till around 8pm. The class includes instruction on how to complete the REEF survey method followed by basic coral reef ecology, fish biology, identification tips, and specific information about different fish families. The REEF survey consists of recording the different species of fish and number of each fish with basic snorkel gear.
Survey Dive for the Great Annual Fish Count in Davie, Fl
Divers Cove
2335 S. University Drive
Davie, Fl 33324
One of nature’s most spectacular underwater wonders is the annual coral spawning, when many of the reef’s corals and other animals, cued by late summer’s full moon, synchronize their spawning. In 2010, several of our summer REEF Trips, one to Key Largo and one to Bonaire, are scheduled around the projected coral spawning for those areas. Join like-minded underwater naturalists and combine fishwatching with a chance to see this exciting event. To see the current REEF Field Survey Trips schedule, visit www.REEF.org/trips.
GAFC Beginning Fish ID class at Divers Cove on June 27th at 2pm, located at 2335 S. University Drive in Davie, Fl 33324. Learn the names of the common fishes around Florida. The class is free and open to all. A survey dive will be conducted in July and a PADI Fish Identification Specialty Certification is optional for a fee.
Great Annual Fish Count 2010 - An exciting lineup of free identification seminars and survey dives are being organized around the country by REEF partners. Check out the GAFC Website for more details and to find out how to organize your own GAFC event. And be sure to watch the GAFC calendar of events to see what's being planned in your area.
Green Turtle Cay-July 19, 2010
Organizers of the Second Annual Lionfish Derby held in Green Turtle Cay, June 19 reported that 941 lionfish were captured in the event held this week-end at the Green Turtle Club.
Twenty-one boats participated, with teams from Florida and the Bahamas searching the Abaco waters for lionfish in perfect weather and conditions.
The second annual Abaco Lionfish Derby, held at Green Turtle Cay, Bahamas, on Saturday June 19th, was a huge success. Teams on twenty-one boats from Florida and the Bahamas enjoyed perfect weather and conditions while collecting a grand total of 941 lionfish. Over $5,000 in cash was awarded to the winning teams for the most, biggest, and smallest lionfish. This event, held in the Bahamas and sanctioned by the Bahamas Department of Marine Resources, is one of many REEF efforts to cull invasive lionfish populations and raise awareness about the issue.
It’s summertime on the North Shore. Surf’s down; time to count some fish! Join FIN – O`ahu for a REEF survey on Saturday, June 26 at Waimea Bay. We’ll provide training and materials for first-time surveyors. So grab your snorkel and fins and join us for the fun, and help protect our oceans at the same time. We’ll meet on the left side of the beach at 8:00 am. Look for the REEF banner.
Fish Count and BBQ Lovers Point offers 3 wonderful dive sites to choose from. Come join the Fun for the Family
Basic Fish-ID Seminar offered by PADI IDCS Instructor Mike Davis