Habitat Protection
Collier County’s mangroves, oyster reefs, and seagrasses are natural guardians of our coast.
We work with scientists and volunteers to restore degraded areas, plant native vegetation, and support projects that rebuild marine life habitat. Every restored acre brings cleaner water and stronger wildlife populations.
We work to protect the wild areas you love by:
Protecting coral reefs from dredging
Supporting coral restoration and research
Litigating to stop the illegal destruction of our natural areas
Improving water quality in the Bay and surrounding waters
Training the next generation of clean water advocates through our Miami Waterkeeper Junior Ambassador program
Reducing and supporting pollution by training the public to document and report pollution in our 1000 Eyes on the Water program
Producing economic studies that value ecosystem services
Working to stop sewage spills and septic tank leaks
Supporting efforts to get more fresh water to Biscayne Bay, like the Biscayne Bay Coastal Wetlands project
Enforcing the Endangered Species Act and the National Environmental Protection Act
Ensuring that mangroves are not banned from City of Miami parks.