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.
-
27
Jul
2024
Kamalame Cay BREEF Lunch
Important Notice: Event Postponed We regret to inform you that our Kamalame Sail Away Lunch scheduled for Saturday 27th, July… -
28
Jul
2024
Spiny Lobster (Crawfish) Closed Season
It is Spiny Lobster Closed Season once again! This means that during the period of April 1st through July 31st… -
28
Jul
2024
Bahamas- Hurricane Season
Protecting Our Islands: The Role of Coral Reefs and Mangroves in Hurricane Season As we enter the start of hurricane… -
29
Jul
2024
BREEF Summer Sea Camp- Andros
BREEF Sea Camp, Andros Location: Kamalame Cay, Andros Great Barrier Reef Dates: July 29th-31st, 2024 Ages: 8-14 years old *This camp…
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!
Join UsIt envelopes our islands, enhances our biodiversity, informs our culture and supports our economy
More News Stories
BREEF News
-
BREEF Eco-Schools Coordinator Receives Global Recognition for Excellence in Education for Sustainable Development
On Thursday, the 6th of June 2024, Grand Bahama Bishop Michael Eldon School Eco-Schools Bahamas (ESB) Coordinator, Mrs. Cheng Bee Selim-Dela Peña was named as one of seventeen teachers worldwide…
-
BREEF Celebrates World Oceans Day 2024 with Community Snorkel Event
Nassau, Bahamas – June 8, 2024: The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) celebrated World Oceans Day 2024 with a successful public snorkel event at Sea Beach Promenade on West…
-
Embracing Summer Amidst the Reality of Global Warming: A Call to Action
The Coral Bleaching CrisisLast summer, coral reefs experienced mass coral bleaching due to record-breaking ocean temperatures. The corals growing on “Ocean Atlas,” the focal sculpture of the BREEF Coral Reef…