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RBDF Rangers Prepare for Environmental Projects with the BNT

On Saturday, September 28, 2013, the Grand Bahama RBDF Rangers attended an educational session to prepare them for upcoming projects with the BNT (Bahamas National Trust).

Bat Tower in the Florida Keys

It is a so-called bat towers that were built in the early 20th century to try to control the many mosquitoes in the area.

Projects and Enhanced Science Under Way to Help Lagoon

Algal blooms and water quality concerns in the Indian River Lagoon have captured the public’s attention in recent months. Throughout the 156-mile-long waterway, many meetings have been held focusing on potential solutions for restoring and protecting this vital natural resource.

Jellies. Why we may be seeing more.

In a program at our Coastal Center about leatherback sea turtles, I consistently get a round of applause when I …

Conchservation: Action Today will Ensure Conch for Tomorrow

The Bahamas National Trust and conservation partners BREEF, Friends of the Environment, Community Conch, the Cape Eleuthera Institute, the Bahamas Department of Marine Resources, The Nature Conservancy, The Moore Bahamas Foundation, Harbourside Marine and the Sandals Foundation have come together in a national campaign whose ultimate goal is a sustainable queen conch industry in The Bahamas.

Fawns Best Left in the Wild

Every year, the lives of many young wild animals are destroyed by well-meaning people who attempt to "rescue" them from the wild.

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The Evolution of Tackle

This article explores the deep historical roots of fishing gear, revealing that basic tools like hooks and rods date back thousands of years to ancient civilizations like Egypt and China. It traces the transition from primitive materials—such as shell hooks and horsehair lines—to modern innovations like fiberglass rods, monofilament lines, and precision-engineered reels. Ultimately, the piece highlights how today's high-tech tackle is a refined evolution of original concepts driven by advanced engineering and new materials.

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Crystal Coast – April 2026

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