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
Clean Water
Your waters, our mission: we stand between pollution and your waterways. Discover more about our work.
Habitat Protection
Habitat Protection
Protecting critical habitats is vital for Miami’s ecosystems, wildlife, and water quality. Explore our initiatives.
Sea Level Rise Resilience
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
Water Quality Report
We test water quality each week at key locations across Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. Click to see the latest results.
Summer heat brings fish kills in South Florida. Here’s what to do if you see one.
Summer heat brings fish kills in South Florida. Here’s what to do if you see one.
Miami Herald. June 30, 2025. Fish kills are most common in canals, nearshore areas, and...
WPLG Anchor Talks Turkey Point Safety with Miami Waterkeeper
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
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
Ageing Nuclear Plant in Florida at Risk from Climate Crisis, Advocates Warn
The Guardian. March 01, 2025.
Is Turkey Point Prepared for Future Risks?
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
‘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
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
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?
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.
Volunteers cleaning up a beach
Darwin Beach Enhancement
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📅 July 20, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
📍 Darwin Beach
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👥 0 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
1,000 Eyes on the Water Online Training
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📅 July 30, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Habitat Restoration
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📅 August 16, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 Virginia Key
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👥 3 RSVPs
Kayak Clean Up
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📅 August 17, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 Crandon Marina
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👥 16 RSVPs
Microplastics Marine Debris Clean-Up
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📅 August 23, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 David T. Kennedy Park
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Green Infrastructure & Environmental Justice Workshop
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📅 September 02, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
📍 The Underline River Room
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👥 2 RSVPs
Habitat Restoration
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📅 September 13, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 Virginia Key
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👥 1 RSVPs
Kayak Clean Up
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📅 September 13, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 Crandon Marina
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👥 16 RSVPs
Kayak Clean Up
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📅 October 11, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 Crandon Marina
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Kayak Clean Up
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📅 November 08, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 Crandon Marina
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Kayak Clean Up
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📅 December 13, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 Crandon Marina
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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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