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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May 30 at 9:19 AM
WHY DUNES MATTER: think of sand dunes as natural protectors. They block the bad stuff, protect the good stuff, and keep the whole shoreline strong and healthy.
Ecological habitat: these sandy hills are home sweet home to wildlife. Be on the lookout for turtle nests👀
Plant power: only the toughest native plants such as sea oats can thrive in a dune. Their roots anchor sand in place.🌴
Storm protection: much like artificial reefs, dunes are shields. When big waves roll in, dunes absorb that energy and keep inland areas from flooding and erosion.🌊
Come out next week and lend a hand. Thanks City of Mexico Beach Government