An underwater investigation of coral bleaching in the South Pacific
Reefs occupy just 1% of the world’s marine environment, but they provide a home to a quarter of marine species—including a unique set of fish, turtles and algae. Many of these species could be lost permanently, but with temperatures only expected to rise in the coming decades chances are slim that reefs will be able […]
“Geography Spin” Magazine Features Coral Campers Baylie and Nathan!
The September issue of “Geography Spin” discusses what kids are doing to conserve our oceans. Coral Campers, Nathan Barroso and Baylie Brewer, are featured in the magazine for their dedication to keeping coral reefs healthy. These young scientists have gone above and beyond by volunteering their time to clean beaches, raise money for research, and […]
INITIATIVE TO RESTORE ONE MILLION CORALS LAUNCHES IN THE CARIBBEAN AND FLORIDA KEYS
“As global challenges to the long-term sustainability of coral reefs intensify, so must our efforts to understand and address them,” said Dr. Michael P. Crosby, President & CEO of Mote. “The basic and transformative research that Mote conducts is vital, but we also have a responsibility to translate and transfer the findings of our science […]
Reef Relief Staff Performs Key West Marine Park Buoy Maintenance!
All Reef Relief staff was at the Key West Marine Park today to perform maintenance on the buoys marking the swim areas. Salt water is very corrosive so it is important to do regular maintenance to make sure all buoys are in good condition!
Latest ocean warming review reveals extent of impacts on nature and humans
Honolulu, Hawaiʻi, 5 September (IUCN) – Ocean warming is affecting humans in direct ways and the impacts are already being felt, including effects on fish stocks and crop yields, more extreme weather events and increased risk from water-borne diseases, according to what has been called the most comprehensive review available on the issue, launched today […]
Thank you to the Wells Fargo volunteers!
This past Saturday, 13 volunteers from the North Roosevelt Wells Fargo branch joined us for storm drain stenciling in New Town. Key West has over 1000 storm drains and many flow directly into the ocean. By stenciling messages such as “No Dumping Flows to Ocean”, volunteers are reminding our community that our ocean begins on […]
Key West Parrot Head Club Cruise Raffle
Key West Parrot Head Club is holding a raffle for your chance to win a cruise for two to raise funds for local charities including Reef Relief! Tickets are $20 each and only 500 tickets will be sold. Winner will be announced December 21st.
Congratulations to the Reef Relief Citizens of the Month!
Reef Relief recognizes Zachary Totton, Brian East, Jon Maravilla, Thurman Scott II, Amos Goble, Trey Cundiff, and Ricky Ray from the U.S. Coast Guard as the organization’s Environmental Citizens of the Month for their work in the recent cleanup of the mangroves adjacent to Smathers Beach. These 7 volunteers and Reef Relief removed over 370lbs of debris, most […]
Microplastic Awareness Month!
September 2016 is Microplastic Awareness Month! Watch to see how microplastics are harming our ocean and what you can to to help eliminate them. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVoFeELi_vQ
29th Annual Membership Meeting
Title: 29th Annual Membership MeetingLocation: The Casa Marina ResortDescription: Reef Relief’s 29th Annual Membership Meeting is to be held Monday, July 18th, 6-8pm at the Casa Marina Resort in their Grand Ballroom. This years speakers include Florida State Representative Holly Raschein who will discuss water quality issues and the 2016 Florida State legislature. Dr. Chris […]