Education & Conservation
The Bahamas is a nation of islands with 95% of our territory underwater. Our economy, livelihoods, and culture are inextricably linked to the health of our oceans. BREEF is dedicated to educating Bahamians and visitors about protecting our coral reefs that protect us. We proudly reach over 3,500 students a year through our education programmes.
Education
We have so many opportunities for you to connect with nature. Whether you want to experience a nature walk, shallow-water snorkel or a field study, we’ll work with you to customize a fun and engaging learning experience.
Restore
Coral Restoration
Help us restore our coral reefs! We can train you on how to become a PADI Reef Rescue Diver.
Protect
Safeguarding
BREEF works to protect our ocean for future generations including 20% our ocean in marine protected areas.
Current Events
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2022
Nassau Grouper Closed Season
DOWNLOAD THE PDF FLYER Reminder to all December 1st to February 28th is the Nassau Grouper Closed Season. The capture,… -
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2023
BESS Application Deadline
Are you a young Bahamian interested in Marine Ecology and conservation? The BESS programme is perfect for you! Applications for…
BREEF and Rolex Partner to Preserve and Protect Nature.
The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) and Rolex are celebrating their partnership for a better future with a short film about our beautiful blue Bahamas. The film highlights BREEF and Eco-Schools Bahamas students and the actions they are taking within their schools and communities to combat climate change and to sustain our way of life. Rolex’s Perpetual Planet initiative celebrates partnerships that encourage and inspire the next generation of underwater explorers and conservationists.Watch Film!
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It envelopes our islands, enhances our biodiversity, informs our culture and supports our economy
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BREEF RECERTIFIES SIX ABACO AND GRAND BAHAMA ECO-SCHOOLS FOR CONTINUED EXCELLENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND PRACTICE
Photo 1: Man-O-War Primary School, Abaco, 5th Green Flag BREEF’s Eco-Schools Bahamas (ESB) National Operator, Kevin Glinton, travelled to Abaco and Grand Bahama last week to resume onsite ESB Green…
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BREEF HOSTS ECO-SCHOOLS BAHAMAS COORDINATORS WORKSHOP
Photo 1: Eco-Schools Workshop Participants The Bahamas, the Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) hosted 40 educators from around the archipelago for in-person (and in-water) Eco-Schools Bahamas Coordinators workshop.…
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BREEF MARINE CONSERVATION WORKSHOP
BREEF AND BAHWEN HOST 5-DAY MARINE CONSERVATION WORKSHOP The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) in partnership with The Bahamas Wildlife Enforcement Network (BahWEN) hosted a week-long Marine Conservation Workshop…