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Sep 11

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They live for this stuff. ⁠
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Our community scientists frequently face tough conditions to get out into the ocean and gather the important data we need to support reef health worldwide. The fascinating part is... they love it. ⁠
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This is the kind of Type 2 fun that marine science lovers live for, and you can join this rowdy bunch without going back to college for a degree. ⁠
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Learn about Reef Check training on our website and join us in the future!⁠
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#shorediving #scubadiver #coldwaterdiving #type2fun

They live for this stuff. ⁠
⁠
Our community scientists frequently face tough conditions to get out into the ocean and gather the important data we need to support reef health worldwide. The fascinating part is... they love it. ⁠
⁠
This is the kind of Type 2 fun that marine science lovers live for, and you can join this rowdy bunch without going back to college for a degree. ⁠
⁠
Learn about Reef Check training on our website and join us in the future!⁠
⁠
#shorediving #scubadiver #coldwaterdiving #type2fun

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Sep 9

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Bay Area event coming up!⁠
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Join the 2026 Coastal & Estuarine Summit from September 22-25, 2026. Our Executive Director, Jan Freiwald, will speak on the importance of kelp forest and eelgrass meadow restoration.⁠
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These ecosystems are foundational to human wellbeing, yet their distribution and abundance have declined in the Northeast Pacific. ⁠
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During this session, speakers will cover topics including restoring these important ecosystems and blending Indigenous knowledge with Western science techniques. ⁠
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Reef Check’s role emphasizes the effectiveness of community-based networks and diverse partnerships in both data collection and science-backed restoration efforts to help kelp and eelgrass recover in coastal estuaries nationwide.⁠
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If you’re in the area, please join us!⁠
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@raestuaries
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#bayarea #kelpforest #oceanconservation #reefrestoration #scubadiver⁠
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Bay Area event coming up!⁠
⁠
Join the 2026 Coastal & Estuarine Summit from September 22-25, 2026. Our Executive Director, Jan Freiwald, will speak on the importance of kelp forest and eelgrass meadow restoration.⁠
⁠
These ecosystems are foundational to human wellbeing, yet their distribution and abundance have declined in the Northeast Pacific. ⁠
⁠
During this session, speakers will cover topics including restoring these important ecosystems and blending Indigenous knowledge with Western science techniques. ⁠
⁠
Reef Check’s role emphasizes the effectiveness of community-based networks and diverse partnerships in both data collection and science-backed restoration efforts to help kelp and eelgrass recover in coastal estuaries nationwide.⁠
⁠
If you’re in the area, please join us!⁠
⁠
@raestuaries
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#bayarea #kelpforest #oceanconservation #reefrestoration #scubadiver⁠
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Sep 7

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All is not lost. But the time for passivity is long past. This is the message we hope everyone will take to heart and challenge the systems that brought us here.⁠
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Scientists have been talking about the 1.5°C global warming limit for years, warning of catastrophic consequences if we didn’t make changes.⁠
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We are experiencing the impacts of this warming now, but it doesn’t mean we can’t adapt. Climate solutions are available; we simply have to implement them. ⁠
⁠Each of us can become part of the solution by getting involved, whether it’s by donating, volunteering, speaking up and educating others, or advocating for environmental protection policies.⁠
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All of us must step forward in imperfect action. Join us.⁠
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📸: @nessimstevenson @zoelower @kogia_org⁠
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#reefrestoration #climatecrisis #oceanconservation #scubadiving #marinebiology

All is not lost. But the time for passivity is long past. This is the message we hope everyone will take to heart and challenge the systems that brought us here.⁠
⁠
Scientists have been talking about the 1.5°C global warming limit for years, warning of catastrophic consequences if we didn’t make changes.⁠
⁠
We are experiencing the impacts of this warming now, but it doesn’t mean we can’t adapt. Climate solutions are available; we simply have to implement them. ⁠
⁠Each of us can become part of the solution by getting involved, whether it’s by donating, volunteering, speaking up and educating others, or advocating for environmental protection policies.⁠
⁠
All of us must step forward in imperfect action. Join us.⁠
⁠
📸: @nessimstevenson @zoelower @kogia_org⁠
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#reefrestoration #climatecrisis #oceanconservation #scubadiving #marinebiology

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Jun 18

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Congrats to the newest group of Reef Check Kelp Forest Monitoring divers! This group completed the NorCal training in Fort Bragg last weekend. Great job everyone, looking forward to diving with you all this season!

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Apr 18

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Congratulations to our Northern California Tribal Cohort #1 participants for completing their @nauiworldwide Advanced Scuba Diver course! We had gorgeous conditions at Van Damme State Beach
@reefcheckfoundation

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Nov 13

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Check that vis!
Doesn’t get better than this on the Mendocino Coast 30+ft

#reefcheckcalifornia #bullkelp #mpamonitoring #reefcheckfoundation

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