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Navigator Demonstrates Character Strengths Learnt in the Program
Kayse Cartwright is a member of the NGM Major High School Navigator unit on Long Island (Bahamas). Although she struggles with her weight as she has for most of her life, Kayse is a very engaged member that takes the values and skills taught in the program to “heart”. That
Atlantis Resort Dolphin Cay Staff Outplant Corals At Green Cay
Written by: Hayley-Jo Carr, Reef Rescue Network Training Director & Coordinator April 2019, Atlantis Resort Dolphin Cay staff joined the Perry Institute of Marine Science (PIMS) to outplant 46 Coral Fragments onto the reef at Green Cay near Paradise Island, The Bahamas. Linda Hammerton (Director of Marine Mammal Operations), Marvin
BREEF Celebrates Earth Day 2019 with Fun Beach Snorkel
On Monday, April 22nd, BREEF celebrated Earth Day by hosting a day fun filled day of activities, including snorkeling, an educational Easter “egg” Hunt, a beach clean-up and a live conch demonstration. Over 40 snorkelers participated of all ages and 10 pounds of garbage collected on Saunders Beach.
“Crossing Our Finger Corals” at The Bahamas Coral Innovation Hub
Written by: Lily Haines, Research Associate, Perry Institute for Marine Science & Cape Eleuthera Institute A few weeks ago, one of our coral research interns, Hannah Lochan, woke up to discover an exciting surprise. While checking on our brooding coral colonies in the Cape Eleuthera Institute’s (CEI) wetlab just before sunrise,
180 Coral Fragments relocated to their new home on Cannonball Reef
On Saturday 16th March 2019 at The Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island, The Bahamas, 180 Coral Fragments were relocated to a nearby coral reef. The Atlantis Resort Coral Nursery is located in the large Lagoon and guests can view the nursery from the bridge or even jump in and snorkel to
AGRRA With ANGARI – South Abaco & East Grand Bahama
Last winter, The Perry Institute for Marine Science teamed up with Bahamas National Trust, San Salvador Living Jewels Foundation and the ANGARI Foundationto conduct Atlantic and Gulf Rapid Reef Assessment (AGRRA) Surveys for South Abaco and East Grand Bahama. Surveys were conducted on board the R/V ANGARI, the research vessel
The Bahamas Coral Innovation Hub
Last fall marked the beginning of the Bahamas Coral Innovation Hub! Based out of Cape Eleuthera, the hub aims to upscale coral reef restoration in The Bahamas, develop new technologies, as well as educate, train and engage local Bahamians on the importance of coral conservation. Key hub members include The
Modern Miracle Seen in Bimini!
Modern Miracle, the Atlantic spotted dolphin that was rescued, rehabilitated, and released by the Atlantis, Paradise Island team, in conjunction with Bahamas Marine Mammal Research Organisation, has been spotted and is thriving! Kelly Mellilo Sweeting, from Dolphin Communications Project, spotted Modern Miracle on January 7 back off the coast of
Dive Exuma Joins The Reef Rescue Network
Located on the Government Dock in the heart of Georgetown, Great Exuma, Bahamas, Dive Exuma are a PADI resort offering daily dives, PADI Courses, Snorkel Tours & Private Charters. Great Exuma is the largest island in the chain of 360 islands, or cays, known as ‘The Exumas’ and is the ideal
BREEF Celebrates its 25th Anniversary with Neptune’s Masquerade Ball
On November 10th2018, The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation celebrated twenty-five years in marine conservation with a spectacular gala at Albany Bahamas. BREEF’s mission is to promote the conservation of the Bahamian marine environment that sustains our way of life. BREEF had great support from donors and guests, including a table
Navigator Demonstrates Character Strengths Learnt in the Program
Kayse Cartwright is a member of the NGM Major High School Navigator unit on Long Island (Bahamas). Although she struggles with her weight as she has for most of her life, Kayse is a very engaged member that takes the values and skills taught in the program to “heart”. That
Atlantis Resort Dolphin Cay Staff Outplant Corals At Green Cay
Written by: Hayley-Jo Carr, Reef Rescue Network Training Director & Coordinator April 2019, Atlantis Resort Dolphin Cay staff joined the Perry Institute of Marine Science (PIMS) to outplant 46 Coral Fragments onto the reef at Green Cay near Paradise Island, The Bahamas. Linda Hammerton (Director of Marine Mammal Operations), Marvin
BREEF Celebrates Earth Day 2019 with Fun Beach Snorkel
On Monday, April 22nd, BREEF celebrated Earth Day by hosting a day fun filled day of activities, including snorkeling, an educational Easter “egg” Hunt, a beach clean-up and a live conch demonstration. Over 40 snorkelers participated of all ages and 10 pounds of garbage collected on Saunders Beach.
“Crossing Our Finger Corals” at The Bahamas Coral Innovation Hub
Written by: Lily Haines, Research Associate, Perry Institute for Marine Science & Cape Eleuthera Institute A few weeks ago, one of our coral research interns, Hannah Lochan, woke up to discover an exciting surprise. While checking on our brooding coral colonies in the Cape Eleuthera Institute’s (CEI) wetlab just before sunrise,
180 Coral Fragments relocated to their new home on Cannonball Reef
On Saturday 16th March 2019 at The Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island, The Bahamas, 180 Coral Fragments were relocated to a nearby coral reef. The Atlantis Resort Coral Nursery is located in the large Lagoon and guests can view the nursery from the bridge or even jump in and snorkel to
AGRRA With ANGARI – South Abaco & East Grand Bahama
Last winter, The Perry Institute for Marine Science teamed up with Bahamas National Trust, San Salvador Living Jewels Foundation and the ANGARI Foundationto conduct Atlantic and Gulf Rapid Reef Assessment (AGRRA) Surveys for South Abaco and East Grand Bahama. Surveys were conducted on board the R/V ANGARI, the research vessel
The Bahamas Coral Innovation Hub
Last fall marked the beginning of the Bahamas Coral Innovation Hub! Based out of Cape Eleuthera, the hub aims to upscale coral reef restoration in The Bahamas, develop new technologies, as well as educate, train and engage local Bahamians on the importance of coral conservation. Key hub members include The
Modern Miracle Seen in Bimini!
Modern Miracle, the Atlantic spotted dolphin that was rescued, rehabilitated, and released by the Atlantis, Paradise Island team, in conjunction with Bahamas Marine Mammal Research Organisation, has been spotted and is thriving! Kelly Mellilo Sweeting, from Dolphin Communications Project, spotted Modern Miracle on January 7 back off the coast of
Dive Exuma Joins The Reef Rescue Network
Located on the Government Dock in the heart of Georgetown, Great Exuma, Bahamas, Dive Exuma are a PADI resort offering daily dives, PADI Courses, Snorkel Tours & Private Charters. Great Exuma is the largest island in the chain of 360 islands, or cays, known as ‘The Exumas’ and is the ideal
BREEF Celebrates its 25th Anniversary with Neptune’s Masquerade Ball
On November 10th2018, The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation celebrated twenty-five years in marine conservation with a spectacular gala at Albany Bahamas. BREEF’s mission is to promote the conservation of the Bahamian marine environment that sustains our way of life. BREEF had great support from donors and guests, including a table
