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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Young Reporters for the Environment National Competition
Topic: Marine Pollution Enter your short article, video or photo today! All entries must be submitted by April 14, 2023… -
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Spiny Lobster Open Season
Spiny Lobster season is closed from April 1st- July 31st CRAWFISH • Annual closed season: April 1-July 31. • Minimum…
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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Students Expose Marine Pollution during BREEF’s Photojournalism Workshop
Nassau, Bahamas – The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) recently hosted a one-day workshop under the theme, “Exposing Marine Pollution”. Photo 1: YRE student takes photo of discarded crawfish…
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Celebrating the Life of Mallory Raphael
Our Mermaid Mallory had a deep love of the ocean and a passion for sharing it with everyone she came into contact with. She was an integral member of the…
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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…