Lionfish Workshop

Regional REEF Lionfish Workshops Help Control the Invasion

Lad Akins, Director of Special Projects, and the REEF team conduct workshops throughout the Caribbean and Mexico to prepare and educate resource managers on the lionfish invasion. These workshops include developing detailed action plans for lionfish removal, how to encourage lionfish as a commercial fisheries and getting the community involved.

Participate in a REEF & FKNMS Lionfish Workshop to learn about lionfish collection, handling, and permits*

This workshop is intended for dive professionals and avid recreational divers interested in obtaining a permit to collect lionfish in the Sanctuary Preservation Areas. These workshops are sponsored by REEF and the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. The workshop presentation will cover the history and progression of the invasion, an overview of lionfish biology and ecology, safe handling and collection techniques, and first aid. 

• Key Largo, FL Lionfish Permitting Workshop

When: Wednesday, November 16th 6:30 – 8:30 pmWhere: Key Largo Library, 101485 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL

Tonight here in Key Largo!!!!!