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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Spiny Lobster Open Season
Spiny Lobster season is open through august 1st through March 31st CRAWFISH * • Annual closed season: April 1-July 31.… -
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BREEF Gala, A Night in Rio! November 12, 2022
Tickets are now available to purchase for our BREEF “Night in Rio at the Copacabana Palace” Gala on the 12th…
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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BREEF News
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Young Bahamian Environmental Stewards begin BESS scholarship journey
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — After another year of hybrid learning, four new Bahamas Environmental Steward Scholars (BESS) are ready for in-person experiential learning through the BESS programme. Applicants from New Providence,…
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“International Day for Conservation of Mangrove Ecosystems.”
Yesterday we celebrated the “International Day for Conservation of Mangrove Ecosystems.” Mangroves are at the heart of our Bahamian marine ecosystems that sustains our way of life! Marine species such…
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World Biodiversity Day
Biodiversity is integral to our coral reef and mangrove ecosystems. In celebration of #WorldBiodiversity day we are highlighting the importance of biodiversity of our Bahamian coral reefs. Coral reefs are…