Mexico Beach Artificial Reef Association
Building Our Fisheries' Future
Who We Are
The Mexico Beach Artificial Reef Association (MBARA) builds and deploys artificial reefs off the coast of Mexico Beach, FL, to promote the conservation and environmental improvement of our natural and artificial marine reef systems.
We are a completely volunteer group and raise funds to build these reefs primarily with donations from individuals like you, where 99% of our donations go towards deploying more artificial reefs.
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We are a non-profit and since 1997 we have deployed over 290 reefs comprised of more than 4,000 individual structures. MBARA also offers Memorial Reefs where you can build a personalized artificial reef for a loved one, creating a living legacy for generations to come.
Make a Difference
We are a non-profit, and since 1997 we have developed over 275 reefs comprised of more than 4,000 individual structures. Please donate and become a member.
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Most of the Gulf of Mexico is barren ocean floor with little to no natural hard bottom. Our artificial reefs create and increase fish habitat, provide social-economic benefits to local coastal communities, and enhance recreational and diving opportunities.
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Reef Association
Jan 10 at 7:16 PM
MBARA is all about giving you an experience to love our marine world as much as we do. We know that when you love this world, you will help us protect it.
We believe that exploring the gulf and all it’s wonders is a privilege that should be embraced and cherished. Calling on our many years of diving and fishing experience, we have worked hard to bring you some incredible reefs off Mexico Beach. We have built and deployed more than 290 reefs since 1997. This beauty needs to be shared with like-minded water enthusiasts such as you! Plan your visit soon🌊