Protecting The Water You Love

Our mission is to protect South Florida's waters by advocating for resilient solutions grounded in science, rooted in nature, and driven by community.

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OUR PRIORITIES

Water is vital to Miami's culture, economy, and ecology. From the Everglades to Biscayne Bay and coral reefs, these ecosystems protect our shorelines, wildlife, and build resilience against rising seas. Learn how we’re protecting Miami’s waters for the future.

Clean Water

Your waters, our mission: we stand between pollution and your waterways. Discover more about our work.

Habitat Protection

Protecting critical habitats is vital for Miami’s ecosystems, wildlife, and water quality. Explore our initiatives.

Sea Level Rise Resilience

Rising seas threaten Miami’s future. We advocate for solutions to protect our community. Learn more.

Latest News

Discover how we’re making an impact and read about our recent media coverage and press releases.

Water Quality Report

We test water quality each week at key locations across Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. Click to see the latest results.

WPLG Anchor Talks Turkey Point Safety with Miami Waterkeeper

Turkey Point Nuclear Power Plant was approved to operate until the 2050s—a total of 80...

Biscayne Bay is polluted. Miami-Dade hopes this new technology will clean it up

The Miami Herald. April 01 2025.

Ageing Nuclear Plant in Florida at Risk from Climate Crisis, Advocates Warn

The Guardian. March 01, 2025.

Is Turkey Point Prepared for Future Risks?

The Miami Herald. February 23, 2025

‘It affects everyone’: Water quality woes ignite Fort Lauderdale residents to unite for resilience

Local 10 News. October 23, 2024.

Florida Again Postpones Rule To Protect Coral From Dredge and Ship Mud

WLRN Media. September 11, 2024.

Local leaders meet to explore ways to improve, protect Biscayne Bay

CBS News Miami. May 20, 2024.

Rare clawed creature lives in Miami’s underground water supply. Can it survive sea rise?

A little-known lobsterlike creature lurks deep under the homes and streets of coastal Miami-Dade County,...

UPCOMING EVENTS

Join us at upcoming events, share your voice through public comments, and sign petitions to help protect Miami’s waters. Your involvement can drive real change.

Green Spaces & Waterways Workshop

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📅 June 26, 2025 | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

📍 The Underline River Room

💰 Free

👥 0 RSVPs

Microplastics Marine Debris Clean-Up

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📅 June 29, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

📍 David T. Kennedy Park

💰 Free

👥 42 RSVPs

Free our Shores: Marine Debris Clean-Up

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📅 July 05, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

📍 Historic Virginia Key Beach Park

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👥 6 RSVPs

2025 Derelict Trap Rodeo

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📅 July 12, 2025 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

📍 Matheson Hammock Park and Marina

💰 Free

👥 13 RSVPs

Habitat Restoration

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📅 July 12, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

📍 Virginia Key

💰 Free

👥 1 RSVPs

Kayak Clean Up

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📅 July 12, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

📍 Crandon Marina

💰 Free

👥 4 RSVPs

Bird Friendly Gardening Workshop

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📅 July 26, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

📍 The Underline River Room

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👥 2 RSVPs

Kayak Clean Up

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📅 July 26, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

📍 Crandon Marina

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👥 16 RSVPs

Habitat Restoration

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📅 August 16, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

📍 Virginia Key

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👥 0 RSVPs

Green Infrastructure & Environmental Justice Workshop

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📅 September 02, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

📍 The Underline River Room

💰 Free

👥 2 RSVPs

Habitat Restoration

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📅 September 13, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

📍 Virginia Key

💰 Free

👥 0 RSVPs

Kayak Clean Up

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📅 September 13, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

📍 Crandon Marina

💰 Free

👥 16 RSVPs

OUR IMPACT

Since 2010, Miami Waterkeeper has worked with the community to protect our waters through science, education and advocacy. Scroll to learn more.

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