The Power of Mangroves
The unsung heros of the ocean!
Take Action Now to Save Florida's Mangroves
Coastlove has teamed up with the Plant A Million Corals Foundation (PAMCF) to restore mangroves in the Florida Keys to the next level! With mangrove forests rapidly declining worldwide, including right here in the Florida Keys, we must take bold action to restore these vital marine ecosystems. Mangrove forests are the lifeblood of our oceans, teeming with marine life, acting as marine nurseries, protecting coastlines and communities from storms and erosion, filtering water, and storing carbon. Read below to see how you begin making a difference and supporting Florida's Mangroves.​
Change Idea #1: Find Mangrove Propagules & Take to Summerland Farms!
PAMCF and Coastlove are asking the community to look for mangrove propagules (often thought of as seeds) and bring them to Summerland Farms. There will be a collection site at the entrance to the facility for drop-off. We will also schedule some special community days, inviting the public to join us in planting these propagules, tour the coral and mangrove nurseries, and enjoy music, food, and fun. Check back for details or sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know!
Before you get started, take a moment to read below on how to collect and store your store red mangrove propagules.
Then, take them over to Summerland Farms and watch for the upcoming planting events!
Summerland Farms: 23801 Overseas Highway, Summerland Key, FL 33042
Change Idea #2: Apply for Trees for Your Restoration Site!
To remove barriers such as the growing cost of plant stock and difficult and costly shipping while ensuring the trees planted in the Keys are right for the Keys the trees are grown right on our islands with no cost to the community. This means that our mangroves grown in the Florida Keys will be planted in the Florida Keys. With more than 6,000 mangroves currently growing in the nursery at different stages, we have stock ready for out planting. To achieve this we rely on volunteers and staff, a collaborative spirit, donations and sponsorship's.
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Florida Keys based nonprofits and government agencies can apply to receive trees from the nursery for their own restoration projects. Click the button to apply today!
For more info, check out our Nursery Program overview flyer below.
