Mangrove Cleanup & Fossil Reef Snorkel at Bear Cut Preserve- January 20th 2024

Miami Waterkeeper is proud to continue our partnership with Miami EcoAdventures and offer a new volunteer opportunity! Volunteers will join us for a walking (about 0.7 miles) marine debris clean-up through the mangroves of Bear Cut Preserve followed by a snorkeling adventure at Fossil Reef. 

***LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE***

Fee: $30 per person for a 3 hour mangrove clean-up and snorkel event. Registration fee includes snorkeling gear (mask and snorkel), clean-up materials, and Miami Waterkeeper and Miami EcoAdventures staff guides. Registration fees are due in order to RSVP and refunds will not be issued for no-shows. 

Volunteer Day Main Tasks:

• Removal of marine debris from the mangrove habitats followed by snorkeling

This volunteer event may require heavy lifting and experience snorkeling, hence teenagers and older groups are recommended. If younger age groups participate, they should be monitored at all times by the designated guardian, parents, etc. *Community Service hours also provided* 

Important Volunteer Information:

Please be on time, registration begins 30 minutes before the volunteer workday starts. Please arrive at 9:00am!

• Please Bring:

  • Refillable water bottle. Stay hydrated and be prepared to work outside and on the water.

  • Closed-toe shoes are required and long-sleeved shirts are and long pants are recommended (clothes that can get wet).

  • Swimsuit/rashguard for snorkeling (mask and snorkels are provided but fins are not provided- due to the shallow nature of the reef, we do not recommend them). 

  • A hat, sunblock, and insect repellent (recommended).

  • Gloves you feel comfortable wearing (otherwise Miami Waterkeeper will provide gloves).

  • The event is weather dependent and will be canceled with at least 24 hours notice if inclement weather is anticipated.

  • The event lasts 3 hours with an end time of around 12:30pm. Please meet at the Biscayne Nature Center (6767 Crandon Blvd. Key Biscayne, FL 33149) at 9:00am. 

RSVP below!

If you are finding difficulties RSVPing to this event or have questions, please email [email protected] and she will be happy to assist you!