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SUMMARY:CRF™ Public Snorkel Program with Reef Quest
DESCRIPTION:Join Reef Quest and Coral Restoration Foundation™ for a unique snorkeling adventure to the Tavernier Nursery\, one of the world’s largest coral nurseries\, and a nearby restoration site.  \nAll programs begin with an educational session before the snorkeling trip. Coral Restoration Foundation™ Coral Crew will be on hand to explain their restoration efforts and\, weather permitting\, demonstrate coral outplanting while snorkelers explore the site from above. Please note\, this is a snorkeling-only experience!  \nSign up now!  \nFor snorkel rates\, contact Reef Quest directly\, visit their website at reefquesttours.com. \n*The donation to the Coral Restoration Foundation™ will be made on-site the day of the program event\, not to Reef Quest. All snorkel-related costs\, including the base snorkel reservation fee\, additional rental gear\, certification inquiries\, and any other questions\, should be coordinated directly with Reef Quest prior to the trip  \n*All activities are weather dependent. 
URL:https://coralrestoration.org/event/crf-public-snorkel-program-with-reef-quest/2025-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Dive & Snorkeling Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T090000
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SUMMARY:CRF™ Public Dive Program with Island Ventures
DESCRIPTION:Join Island Ventures for an unforgettable experience! Sign up for the Coral Restoration Foundation™ Dive Programs and get an up-close\, hands-on adventure in coral reef restoration. Partnering with Island Ventures and Coral Restoration Foundation™\, you’ll actively participate in scientific fieldwork and help restore vibrant coral ecosystems. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference—reserve your spot today!  \nDive 1: Begin with a dive in the Tavernier Coral Tree Nursery™\, where participants will assist with Coral Tree™ maintenance\, ensuring the health of over 30\,000 corals. Exploring the 500 Coral Trees™ spread across 1.5 acres of seafloor.  \nDive 2: Next\, head out to active restoration reef sites\, where you’ll have the opportunity to assist with outplanting\, monitoring efforts to further support reef recovery\, and/or explore previously outplanted corals  \nSnorkelers and boat passengers are also welcome to join\, offering a chance to experience the vibrant nursery and reef from above the water!  \n Schedule:  \nThis program begins with a morning educational session\, including a presentation that explains the decline of coral reefs and the restoration efforts being made to address this issue. After the presentation\, participants will engage in hands-on mock practice of underwater skills on land\, learning restoration techniques for nursery maintenance and outplanting methodologies alongside the CRF™ Coral Crew. The program kicks in the morning at the Coral Restoration Foundation™ Exploration Center\, located at 5 Seagate Boulevard in Key Largo.  \nDive check-in is at Island Ventures\, located at 13 Seagate Blvd.  \nAfternoon dives may vary depending on the dive operator\, diver experience\, weather conditions\, and the specific restoration tasks CRF™ needs completed that day. Restoration activities can include learning about the coral nursery\, maintaining coral trees\, outplanting new corals\, monitoring coral growth\, and exploring previously outplanted reefs.  \nSign up now!  \nTo learn more about the restoration program and confirm dive rates\, click the ‘Sign Up Now’ button\, call Island Ventures at 305-451-4957\, email www.islandventure.com\, or book online to reserve your spot  \n*The donation to the Coral Restoration Foundation™ will be made on-site the day of the program event\, not to Island Ventures. All dive-related costs\, including the base dive reservation fee\, additional rental gear\, certification inquiries\, and any other questions\, should be coordinated directly with Island Ventures prior to the trip  \n*All activities are weather dependent. 
URL:https://coralrestoration.org/event/crf-public-dive-program-with-island-ventures-2/2025-11-07/
CATEGORIES:Dive & Snorkeling Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T080000
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SUMMARY:CRF™ Public Dive Program with Southpoint Divers
DESCRIPTION:Join Southpoint Divers for an unforgettable experience! Sign up for the Coral Restoration Foundation™ Dive Programs and get an up-close\, hands-on adventure in coral reef restoration. Partnering with Island Ventures and Coral Restoration Foundation™\, you’ll actively participate in scientific fieldwork and help restore vibrant coral ecosystems. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference—reserve your spot today!  \nDive 1: Begin with a dive in the Key West Coral Tree Nursery™\, where participants will assist with Coral Tree™ maintenance\, ensuring the health of over thousands of corals.  \nDive 2: Next\, head out to active restoration reef sites\, where you’ll have the opportunity to assist with outplanting\, monitoring efforts to further support reef recovery\, and/or explore previously outplanted corals  \nSnorkelers and boat passengers are also welcome to join\, offering a chance to experience the vibrant nursery and reef from above the water!  \n Schedule:  \nThis program begins with a morning educational session\, including a presentation that explains the decline of coral reefs and the restoration efforts being made to address this issue. After the presentation\, participants will engage in hands-on mock practice of underwater skills on land\, learning restoration techniques for nursery maintenance and outplanting methodologies alongside the CRF™ Coral Crew. The program kicks in the morning at the Coral Restoration Foundation™ Exploration Center in Big Coppitt Key.  \nDive check-in is at Southpoint Divers\, located at 606 Front Street\, Key West.  \nAfternoon dives may vary depending on the dive operator\, diver experience\, weather conditions\, and the specific restoration tasks CRF™ needs completed that day. Restoration activities can include learning about the coral nursery\, maintaining coral trees\, outplanting new corals\, monitoring coral growth\, and exploring previously outplanted reefs.  \nSign up now!  \nTo learn more about the restoration program and confirm dive rates\, click the ‘Sign Up Now’ button\, call Southpoint Divers at 305-292-9778\, email diving@southpointdivers.com\, or book online to reserve your spot at www.southpointdivers.com.  \nSouthpoint Divers has been in business since 1991 and is consistently voted the best dive shop in Key West! Southpoint Divers is located in the heart of Old Town\, Key West on Front Street. Southpoint Diver’s shop is stocked with all your dive essentials and ScubaPro gear. Their custom dive boat\, The Phoenix\, docks directly across the street at the Hyatt Resort and Marina.  \n*The donation to the Coral Restoration Foundation™ will be made on-site the day of the program event\, not to Island Ventures. All dive-related costs\, including the base dive reservation fee\, additional rental gear\, certification inquiries\, and any other questions\, should be coordinated directly with Island Ventures prior to the trip  \n*All activities are weather dependent. 
URL:https://coralrestoration.org/event/crf-public-dive-program-with-southpoint-divers/2025-11-12/
CATEGORIES:Dive & Snorkeling Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T090000
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SUMMARY:CRF™ Public Dive Program with Rainbow Reef Dive Center
DESCRIPTION:Join Rainbow Reef Dive Center for an unforgettable experience! Sign up for the Coral Restoration Foundation™ Dive Programs and get an up-close\, hands-on adventure in coral reef restoration. Partnering with Rainbow Reef Dive Center and Coral Restoration Foundation™\, you’ll actively participate in scientific fieldwork and help restore vibrant coral ecosystems. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference—reserve your spot today!  \nDive 1: Begin with a dive in the Tavernier Coral Tree Nursery™\, where participants will assist with Coral Tree™ maintenance\, ensuring the health of over 30\,000 corals. Exploring the 500 Coral Trees™ spread across 1.5 acres of seafloor.  \nDive 2: Next\, head out to active restoration reef sites\, where you’ll have the opportunity to assist with outplanting\, monitoring efforts to further support reef recovery\, and/or explore previously outplanted corals  \nSnorkelers and boat passengers are also welcome to join\, offering a chance to experience the vibrant nursery and reef from above the water!  \n Schedule:  \nThis program begins with a morning educational session\, including a presentation that explains the decline of coral reefs and the restoration efforts being made to address this issue. After the presentation\, participants will engage in hands-on mock practice of underwater skills on land\, learning restoration techniques for nursery maintenance and outplanting methodologies alongside the CRF™ Coral Crew. The program kicks in the morning at the Coral Restoration Foundation™ Exploration Center\, located at 5 Seagate Boulevard in Key Largo.  \nAs a bonus\, participants have the opportunity to earn the PADI AWARE Coral Conservation certification with Rainbow Reef Dive Center during this trip (though certification is not required to participate in the program). All certifications will be organized and processed directly through Rainbow Reef.  \nThe PADI AWARE Coral Conservation certification educates both divers and non-divers about the critical challenges facing the world’s coral reefs. The course covers the functioning of coral reefs\, their vital role in the health of our oceans\, and the reasons why many reefs are in serious decline. It also provides practical tips on how individuals can help protect and preserve these vital ecosystems.  \nThe PADI AWARE Coral Conservation certification will be completed immediately after the CRF™ training. Dive check-in is at 12:45 PM at Rainbow Reef Dive Center\, located at 100 Ocean Drive.  \nAfternoon dives may vary depending on the dive operator\, diver experience\, weather conditions\, and the specific restoration tasks CRF™ needs completed that day. Restoration activities can include learning about the coral nursery\, maintaining coral trees\, outplanting new corals\, monitoring coral growth\, and exploring previously outplanted reefs.  \nSign up now!  \nTo learn more about the restoration program and verify dive rates\, please click the “Sign Up Now” button or call Rainbow Reef Dive Center at 305-451-7171 to reserve your spot.  \n*The donation to the Coral Restoration Foundation™ will be made on-site the day of the program event\, not to Rainbow Reef Dive Center. All dive-related costs\, including the base dive reservation fee\, additional rental gear\, certification inquiries\, and any other questions\, should be coordinated directly with Rainbow Reef Dive Center prior to the trip  \n*All activities are weather dependent. 
URL:https://coralrestoration.org/event/crf-public-dive-program-with-rainbow-reef-dive-center/2025-11-14/
CATEGORIES:Dive & Snorkeling Programs
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SUMMARY:CRF™ Public Dive Program with Florida Keys Dive Center
DESCRIPTION:Join Florida Keys Dive Center for an unforgettable experience! Sign up for the Coral Restoration Foundation™ Dive Programs and get an up-close\, hands-on adventure in coral reef restoration. Partnering with Florida Keys Dive Center and Coral Restoration Foundation™\, you’ll actively participate in scientific fieldwork and help restore vibrant coral ecosystems. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference—reserve your spot today!  \nDive 1: Begin with a dive in the Tavernier Coral Tree Nursery™\, where participants will assist with Coral Tree™ maintenance\, ensuring the health of over 30\,000 corals. Exploring the 500 Coral Trees™ spread across 1.5 acres of seafloor.  \nDive 2: Next\, head out to active restoration reef sites\, where you’ll have the opportunity to assist with outplanting\, monitoring efforts to further support reef recovery\, and/or explore previously outplanted corals  \nSnorkelers and boat passengers are also welcome to join\, offering a chance to experience the vibrant nursery and reef from above the water!  \n Schedule:  \nThis program begins with a morning educational session\, including a presentation that explains the decline of coral reefs and the restoration efforts being made to address this issue. After the presentation\, participants will engage in hands-on mock practice of underwater skills on land\, learning restoration techniques for nursery maintenance and outplanting methodologies alongside the CRF™ Coral Crew. The program kicks in the morning at the Coral Restoration Foundation™ Exploration Center\, located at 5 Seagate Boulevard in Key Largo.  \nAs an added bonus\, participants have the opportunity to earn the PADI AWARE Coral Conservation certification with Florida Keys Dive Center during this trip (though certification is not required to participate in the program). All certifications will be organized and processed directly through Florida Keys Dive Center.  \nThe PADI AWARE Coral Conservation certification educates both divers and non-divers about the critical challenges facing the world’s coral reefs. The course covers the functioning of coral reefs\, their vital role in the health of our oceans\, and the reasons why many reefs are in serious decline. It also provides practical tips on how individuals can help protect and preserve these vital ecosystems.  \nThe PADI AWARE Coral Conservation certification will be completed immediately after the CRF™ training. Dive check-in is at Florida Keys Dive Center\, located at Three Waters Resort & Marina\, 84001 Overseas Hwy.   \nAfternoon dives may vary depending on the dive operator\, diver experience\, weather conditions\, and the specific restoration tasks CRF™ needs completed that day. Restoration activities can include learning about the coral nursery\, maintaining coral trees\, outplanting new corals\, monitoring coral growth\, and exploring previously outplanted reefs.  \nSign up now!  \nTo learn more about the restoration program and confirm dive rates\, click the ‘Sign Up Now’ button\, call Florida Keys Dive Center at 305-852-4599\, email info@flkdc.com\, or book online to reserve your spot  \n*The donation to the Coral Restoration Foundation™ will be made on-site the day of the program event\, not to Florida Keys Dive Center. All dive-related costs\, including the base dive reservation fee\, additional rental gear\, certification inquiries\, and any other questions\, should be coordinated directly with Florida Keys Dive Center prior to the trip  \n*All activities are weather dependent. 
URL:https://coralrestoration.org/event/crf-public-dive-program-with-florida-keys-dive-center-2/2025-11-19/
CATEGORIES:Dive & Snorkeling Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T090000
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SUMMARY:CRF™ Public Dive Program with Pirates Cove Watersports
DESCRIPTION:Join Pirates Cove Watersports for an unforgettable experience! Sign up for the Coral Restoration Foundation™ Dive Programs and get an up-close\, hands-on adventure in coral reef restoration. Partnering with Pirates Cove Watersports and Coral Restoration Foundation™\, you’ll actively participate in scientific fieldwork and help restore vibrant coral ecosystems. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference—reserve your spot today!  \nDive 1: Begin with a dive in the Tavernier Coral Tree Nursery™\, where participants will assist with Coral Tree™ maintenance\, ensuring the health of over 30\,000 corals. Exploring the 500 Coral Trees™ spread across 1.5 acres of seafloor.  \nDive 2: Next\, head out to active restoration reef sites\, where you’ll have the opportunity to assist with outplanting\, monitoring efforts to further support reef recovery\, and/or explore previously outplanted corals  \nSnorkelers and boat passengers are also welcome to join\, offering a chance to experience the vibrant nursery and reef from above the water!  \n Schedule:  \nThis program begins with a morning educational session\, including a presentation that explains the decline of coral reefs and the restoration efforts being made to address this issue. After the presentation\, participants will engage in hands-on mock practice of underwater skills on land\, learning restoration techniques for nursery maintenance and outplanting methodologies alongside the CRF™ Coral Crew. The program kicks in the morning at the Coral Restoration Foundation™ Exploration Center\, located at 5 Seagate Boulevard in Key Largo.  \nAs an added bonus\, participants have the opportunity to earn the PADI AWARE Coral Conservation certification with Pirates Cove Watersports during this trip (though certification is not required to participate in the program). All certifications will be organized and processed directly through Pirates Cove Watersports.  \nThe PADI AWARE Coral Conservation certification educates both divers and non-divers about the critical challenges facing the world’s coral reefs. The course covers the functioning of coral reefs\, their vital role in the health of our oceans\, and the reasons why many reefs are in serious decline. It also provides practical tips on how individuals can help protect and preserve these vital ecosystems.  \nThe PADI AWARE Coral Conservation certification will be completed immediately after the CRF™ training. Dive check-in is at Pirates Cove Watersports\, located at Reefhouse Resort & Marina\, 103800 Overseas Hwy.   \nAfternoon dives may vary depending on the dive operator\, diver experience\, weather conditions\, and the specific restoration tasks CRF™ needs completed that day. Restoration activities can include learning about the coral nursery\, maintaining coral trees\, outplanting new corals\, monitoring coral growth\, and exploring previously outplanted reefs.  \nSign up now!  \nTo learn more about the restoration program and verify dive rates\, please click the “Sign Up Now” button or call Pirate’s Cove Watersports at 305-453-9881\, or book online to reserve your spot.  \n*The donation to the Coral Restoration Foundation™ will be made on-site the day of the program event\, not to Pirates Cove Watersports. All dive-related costs\, including the base dive reservation fee\, additional rental gear\, certification inquiries\, and any other questions\, should be coordinated directly with Pirates Cove Watersports prior to the trip  \n*All activities are weather dependent. 
URL:https://coralrestoration.org/event/crf-public-dive-program-with-pirates-cove-watersports-2/2025-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Dive & Snorkeling Programs
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