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Get hooked on marine conservation with interactive games
Get hooked on marine conservation with interactive games in fun ways. Use them to teach and learn about caring for and managing the aquatic environment in ways that are colorful and fun. As students return to the classroom for the new school year, educators and parents can encourage continued learning with Gone Fishin’ games. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), in partnership with Pubbly, a digital education company, created five interactive games that engage and educate students on marine fisheries conservation. Jump in and make a splash this school year with interactive games today at FloridaFishing.Pubbly.com. Take a virtual fishing trip, match habitats with Florida fish species, remove trash and invasive lionfish from a reef, learn proper fish handling techniques and complete a virtual fish dissection. Games are geared for … Read entire article »
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Larry’s Professional Rating
Larry conducting Advanced Open Water in Cozumel Credentials Larry’s Personal Ratings Emergency First Responder, EFR Instructor (2003)Care for Children w/AED Instructor (2003)Divemaster (2002)Open Water Scuba Instructor (2007)Rescue Advanced Open Water DivemasterMaster Scuba Diver Trainer (2008)Fish IdentificationDigital Underwater PhotographyUnderwater PhotographyUnderwater NaturalistEnriched AirBoat Deep Diver Propulsion Vehicle Drift Dry suit Multilevel Diver Underwater Navigator Night Diver Search and Recovery Underwater Videographer Wreck InstructorPeak Performance Project Aware AWARE Coral Reef Conservation Distinctive SpecialtiesShark Awareness Lionfish Invasion Advancing your skills and rating … Read entire article »
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Zookeeper
Lionfish, The most dangerous and beautiful fish living in the ocean. Lionfish are categorized as one of the most invasive species to hit the eastern shores of the United States, Bahamas, Caribbean, Central and South America. Their native habitat is the Indo-West Pacific region, but there are now known to be established populations off the coast of Florida, and in the Indian River Lagoon. Because they consume so much prey in their native habitats, lionfish aren’t … Read entire article »
Filed under: Artificial Reefs, Conservation, Divetalking, Earth, Education, Featured, ocean, Products, Promotions, Recognition, Reefs, Reference, Zookeeper
Zookeeper
When it comes to lionfish containment, the preferred tool of use by sport and professional divers is the Zookeeper. Visit the site below to purchase your Zookeeper, accessories, spare parts and more. Quick Links Containment Spare Parts Spears and Tips … Read entire article »
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Invasive species are harming the ocean – here’s how you can help!
With its ornate, flowing fins and bold body pattern, the fish in the picture above is beautiful, but outside of its native Indo-Pacific range, this venomous lionfish can have harmful impacts on marine life. In the western Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico, invasive lionfish are wreaking havoc on habitats, fisheries, and ecosystems with their voracious appetites and rapid reproduction. REEF is leading the way in addressing the lionfish invasion, through a combination of scientific research, lionfish removal projects and derbies, educational workshops, and market development. Your support is crucial to the success of these conservation actions. Please make a donation to REEF today – every contribution this summer will be matched. If you have already contributed, thank you so much for your support! For the past 25 years, REEF has enlisted citizen scientists … Read entire article »
Filed under: Artificial Reefs, Conservation, Divetalking, Donation, Earth, Education, extinction, Featured, Lionfish, ocean, Reefs, Reference, Report
Reef Assassin Act
House of Representatives Passes Congressman Matt Gaetz’s “Reef Assassin Act” Amendment to H.R. 200 July 12, 2018 Press Release Washington, D.C. — The U.S. House of Representatives yesterday unanimously passed Congressman Matt Gaetz’s (FL-01) “Reef Assassin Act” amendment to H.R. 200, the Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act. The amendment will encourage the elimination of lionfish from our waters. It allows individuals to trade 100 harvested lionfish tails for one tag authorizing fishing for coveted reef fish: red snapper, gag grouper, triggerfish, and amberjack. The lionfish population has exploded over the last three decades; they can now be found throughout the Atlantic coast, the Bahamas, and the Gulf of Mexico. A single female lionfish releases 30,000 eggs every two to four days — two million eggs per year. Lionfish harm … Read entire article »
Filed under: Alert, Article, Artificial Reefs, Conservation, Diver, Divetalking, Earth, Education, Featured, Fish, Lionfish, ocean, Recognition, Reefs, Reference, Report
WOW Tour Presents – Cozumel Mexico 2017
Only THREE spots remain. Space is limited. If you know anyone that may be interested, please share This year, the 15th year of traveling to Mexico, I have arranged an array of activities. Diving is the primary activity this trip. You arrive Cozumel December 16, 2017. You will be shuttled from the Cozumel Airport to arrive the condo no earlier than 3pm where you will begin to meet other guests as they arrive. That afternoon, evening, as a group is you choose, you may head to the local store to pickup any food supplies you require to make your week comfortable. That evening, the group may decide to go out to eat or remain at the condo. You are free to do what you desire. The next morning we are off to the marina … Read entire article »
Filed under: Artificial Reefs, Cavern, Divetalking, Education, Events, Featured, Lionfish, Lobster, ocean, Open Water, Photography, Promotions, Reefs, Reference, Sharks, Spiny Lobster, Travel, Trip Invitations, Wrecks
Sunken Conservation
Sunken Conservation Three mini stories showing the efforts to create, maintain reefs and the invasion of lionfish off Florida shores. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Aquatica, Artificial Reefs, Cameras, Conservation, Divetalking, Earth, Education, Featured, Fish, Lionfish, ocean, Preservation, Promotions, Recognition, Reefs, Turtles, Video
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, FWC
April, 2014 Commission Meeting Time: 8:30am each day Dates: April 15 – 17, 2014 Place: Florida Public Safety Institute 85 Academy Drive Havana, FL 32333 https://www.tcc.fl.edu/Current/Academics/FPSI/Pages/Directions.aspx This meeting is open to the public 8:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 16, there will be a presentation on the subject of LIonfsh Lionfish – Lionfish are invasive marine species that pose a threat to native marine species and ecosystems. Three draft rules will be proposed to prevent further lionfish introductions and facilitate efforts to remove these non-native predators. Harvest by divers using either spearing gear or hand held nets is currently the primary means of lionfish population control. Persons diving by means of a rebreather are currently prohibited from harvesting any marine species in state waters. A proposed draft rule would create an exception to allow persons using rebreathers to harvest lionfish. In addition, there are several … Read entire article »
Filed under: Artificial Reefs, Divetalking, Earth, Education, extinction, Featured, Fish, Lionfish, ocean, Preservation, Rebreather, Reefs, Reference, Report
Larry Davis’s BIO
You landed on the BIO page for Larry Davis. My BIO takes place from the first day I began diving and all things related in between then and now. My experience started at conception. It wasn’t until 1976, while on vacation there was a gentleman in the pool at the hotel we were staying in Orlando Fl using Scuba. I approached the man from the edge of the pool and asked “What is that?” “Scuba” he replied. “Would you like to try it?” I jumped into the pool and he explained the regulator and what I was suppose to do. I then proceed to the bottom of the pool, maybe 2-3 feet. I was breathing underwater. Something inside me told me this is where I belong. This is a place I must … Read entire article »
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Reef Environmental Education Foundation
We are approaching the end of our Summer Fundraising Campaign and we are very close to reaching our goal of raising $60,000 in 60 days. We greatly appreciate the support that so many of you have given. If you haven’t yet donated, we hope you will make a donation to help push us over the edge. Every donation received will be doubled because of generous support from the Curtis and Edith Munson Foundation, and your donation will make the difference in REEF reaching our fundraising goal! You can donate securely online at www.REEF.org/contribute, mail your donation to REEF at PO Box 246, Key Largo, FL 33037, or call us at 305-852-0030. Your donation is vital, as REEF relies on individual contributions to fund our marine conservation efforts. Our programs not only educate the public about the … Read entire article »
Filed under: Artificial Reefs, Conservation, Divetalking, Education, Featured, Lionfish, ocean, Open Water, Preservation, Promotions, Reefs, Reference, Volunteer
Reef Environmental Education Foundation
With 2 weeks to go, we are two-thirds of the way toward reaching our goal of raising $60,000 in 60 days. Every dollar you donate will be doubled, and every donation makes a difference! Please help by donating through our secure website at www.REEF.org/contribute, mailing your donation to REEF at PO Box 246 – Key Largo, FL 33037, or calling us at 305-852-0030. Double your donation and ensure REEF’s marine conservation programs can continue. Every gift matters, regardless of the size! Thank you to each of you who donated so far to our summer matching campaign, and thanks to the generosity of the Curtis and Edith Munson Foundation for matching your contributions! With donations from our members, we can continue to support programs that foundation and government funding no longer cover. Staff salaries and … Read entire article »
Filed under: Artificial Reefs, Conservation, Education, Events, ocean, Preservation, Promotions, Reefs, Reference, Report, Training, Travel, Volunteer
US tiger shrimp sightings worry scientists
By JANET McCONNAUGHEY | Associated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A big increase in reports of Asian tiger shrimp along the U.S. Southeast coast and in the Gulf of Mexico has federal biologists worried the species is encroaching on native species’ territory. The black-and-white-striped shrimp can grow 13 inches long and weigh a quarter-pound, compared to eight inches and a bit over an ounce for domestic white, brown and pink shrimp. Scientists fear the tigers will bring … Read entire article »
Filed under: Alert, Conservation, Fish, ocean, Reefs, Reference, Report, Shrimp, Stories
REEF internships now available
REEF internships now available The Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF) has year-round internships available for certified SCUBA divers with an interest in protecting the marine environment. Interns present fish identification seminars to divers, conduct fish biodiversity surveys while diving, learn about lionfish biology, educate local communities about marine conservation issues and assist organizations such as the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and the Coral Restoration Foundation. Minimum qualifications for an internship include a current open-water SCUBA certification, previous … Read entire article »
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Making it count – November 2011
Making It Count – November 2011 GIVE THANKS TO OUR OCEANS BY DONATING TO REEF By Paul Humann, REEF Co-Founder I am excited to announce the launch of our Winter Fundraising Campaign. During this holiday season, please consider a contribution to protect and conserve our marine ecosystems. Donate today using our secure online form, call REEF HQ at 305-852-0030, or mail in your donation to REEF, PO Box 246, Key Largo, FL 33037. Members who donate $250 or more will receive a limited, signed, and numbered print of a beautiful Peppermint Basslet. This year, we give thanks to all our supporters and donors who have made REEF’s programs in 2011 successful. Your donation supports a database of over 154,000 fish and invertebrate surveys, marine conservation research, Nassau Grouper and Goliath Grouper protections, lionfish invasion … Read entire article »