Library Programs in Full Swing

From Shelves to Shores continues at the Destin, Valparaiso, Niceville, and Fort Walton Beach Libraries through the third week of July. Haven't been with your kids yet? Now's your chance! Each session includes fun, hands-on activities, and culminates with a field trip to Choctawhatchee Bay.

Click here to learn more.
More Reefs Complete
CBA has continued to complete reefs around Choctawhatchee Bay, including the Valparaiso T-Pier, Alaqua Bayou, homeowner sites, and more. In 2017-2018 alone, CBA built over 4,500 linear feet of reef breakwaters, and we're looking to surpass this number in 2018-2019.

Interested in volunteering at a reef site? Email our Restoration Coordinator Rachel at gwinr@nwfsc.edu.
Seagrass Monitoring
The CBA team has begun summer seagrass monitoring. Each week, we survey bed coverage around Choctawhatchee Bay, in addition to water quality. Because seagrass provides habitat for a range of species - including juvenile sportfish - the health of this ecosystem is a great indicator for the health of the watershed in general.

Click here to see a video of our seagrass surveys in action.
Smoke on the Coast Success
For the second year in a row, CBA partnered with Whole Foods Destin to compete in the annual Smoke on the Coast BBQ and Fireworks Festival, sponsored by Destin Commons. This year we set up an amazing photo booth and backyard BBQ decor, winning second prize in the "Spirit" awards category from a pool of over 15 teams. Thank you Whole Foods for being a wonderful partner!
July Fishing Tournaments
CBA is the nonprofit beneficiary of two fishing tournaments this month.

July 21: Kids' Catfish Tournament

Children under 12 can compete in this unique tournament, hosted by Nick's Seafood Restaurant. More information available here .

July 28: Pinfish Grand Nationals

Kids under 15 pair with an adult in this fun competition hosted by Bluewater Bay Marina. More information available here .
New Bay Ecology Exhibit
CBA has partnered with the Destin Fishing Museum to bring a brand new Choctawhatchee Bay Ecology exhibit to this historic institution. Learn about the bay, native species, fishing traditions, and more!

Click here to visit the Destin Fishing Museum website.
Volunteer Opportunities