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.
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Bahamas- Hurricane Season
Protecting Our Islands: The Role of Coral Reefs and Mangroves in Hurricane Season As we enter the start of hurricane…
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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Reef Restoration
BESS Scholarship
Sea Camp
It envelopes our islands, enhances our biodiversity, informs our culture and supports our economy
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BREEF News
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The Success of Our BESS Scholars: Shaping Future Leaders
The Bahamas Environmental Stewards Scholar Programme (BESS) has been a cornerstone in cultivating the next generation of environmental leaders in The Bahamas since its inception. This transformative experience which consists…
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Over a Year and a Half of Reef Damage—At the Cost of Our Coastline
Nassau, Bahamas – It has been a year and eight months since a barge became stranded on a coral reef off Saunders Beach in New Providence, causing significant and ongoing…
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Marine Explorers interact with Bahamian reefs at BREEF Summer Sea Camps
Nassau, Bahamas – Under the theme “Marine Explorers,” the Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) held another successful summer of fun and informative sea camps. This year our sea camps…
