MikeJacobs
Guest
In a few weeks I'm thinking about hosting a Kill Filamentous Algie (KFA) shore dive & BBQ here on our beach at Hibiscus - BBQ and yes - MARGARITAS. Let me find out a little more and I'll post the details.
You know all that pretty red algae you see growing in regions along the reefs? It's a killer, choking our already stressed reef system.
There is actually a call from Broward County DPEP (Biological Resources Division, Marine Resources Program) to collect and kill it. Sign-up and collection sheets can be found at many dive shops. I'll see if I can find a link. For more information you can e-mail Ken Banks at kbanks@broward.org (954) 519-1207. I'll provide him with this url.
Right now I'd like to get a rough headcount - would you help clean a bit of shallow reef and join in some fun? Any information on the algae or assistance with planning a beach party would be much appreciated - just post.
FYI, in ten minutes on your next dive you can save some reef. To do so, do not just yank the stuff off of coral - you'll spread it. From now on, bring a small mesh bag or container to collect the algie whenever and wherever you dive. It comes off easily, so you can be gentle and not harm the coral. Don't cause more more damage to the coral, of course.
AND I've been looking for an excuse to throw a beach party!
You know all that pretty red algae you see growing in regions along the reefs? It's a killer, choking our already stressed reef system.
There is actually a call from Broward County DPEP (Biological Resources Division, Marine Resources Program) to collect and kill it. Sign-up and collection sheets can be found at many dive shops. I'll see if I can find a link. For more information you can e-mail Ken Banks at kbanks@broward.org (954) 519-1207. I'll provide him with this url.
Right now I'd like to get a rough headcount - would you help clean a bit of shallow reef and join in some fun? Any information on the algae or assistance with planning a beach party would be much appreciated - just post.
FYI, in ten minutes on your next dive you can save some reef. To do so, do not just yank the stuff off of coral - you'll spread it. From now on, bring a small mesh bag or container to collect the algie whenever and wherever you dive. It comes off easily, so you can be gentle and not harm the coral. Don't cause more more damage to the coral, of course.
AND I've been looking for an excuse to throw a beach party!