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Association of Reef Keepers (ARK)
ARK
Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands, VG1110
Region Active
Caribbean
Non-profit NGO
1993
Activity
Description
Marine conservation awareness and education, Protection of marine life, Coral reef restoration, Sea turtles, Sustainable yachting
ARK is dedicated to ensuring the preservation and sustainability of the BVI marine environment for the benefit of all future generations. In addition to their many projects, they collect information used to determine short and long-term changes of the marine environment which will ultimately aid effective marine resource management strategies. Community involvement and education are key strategies. The projects include: BVI Sea Turtle Programme, Coral Restoration and Rescue, Sustainable Cruising and Yachting, and Reef to Ridge (to reduce flooding, island erosion and sedimentation in coastal waters)