The video footage was taken recently by Reef Relief Director of Marine Projects Craig Quirolo and volunteer diver David Farrington, a local college student. The event was hosted by Reef Relief, a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting coral reefs. Craig Quirolo narrated the video presentation with information on the underwater coral reef formations, how they survive, and what threatens them. Corals grow very slowly and need clear, clean, nutrient-free waters to thrive.
Coral reefs are home to more kinds of life than any other ocean environment.
A dozen reef mooring buoys had been installed along this stretch of coral reefs by Reef Relief last year, but the number of boaters using the buoys exceeded the number available. Now there are a total of 18 reef mooring buoys from North Munjack to south of No Name Cay. The Reef Relief team is also collaborating with Friends of the Environment of Hope Town and refurbished existing mooring buoys at two marine protected areas, thanks to the support of Skeet Lachance, Froggie's Out Island Adventures and Island Marine, who donated funds and services for the effort. Plans are underway for additional installations at both those sites. Ross Sawyer provided facilities and coordination with the Town Council.