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Shocking Transformation in Kings Bay, Crystal River
Shocking transformation from 2006 - 2025. Donate to help us make a difference in the health of the water environment in Kings Bay, Crystal River.
The Resilience of Eelgrass: Supporting Marine Life and Community Health
Eelgrass: The Resilient Foundation of Coastal Ecosystems ========================================================= Eelgrass is more than just a plant; it embodies resilience in the face of challenges. After storms or disruptions from boat traffic, it fights to reclaim its place in the ecosystem. In areas like Crystal River, community initiatives focus on enhancing and restoring eelgrass beds, which are crucial not only for marine life but also for the well-being of local comm
So Much To Celebrate!
There's so much to celebrate over here at Save Crystal River. Our restoration efforts are delivering powerful results! Since 2015 850+ new spring vents have been discovered and reopened in Crystal River. Over 680 million pounds of Lyngbya have been removed in Crystal River. Over 590,000 eelgrass pods have been planted. Over 105+ acres of eelgrass restored. Our efforts are transforming Crystal River by providing cleaner, clearer water, food and nutrition for marine life,
Past, Present & Future Plans for Kings Bay Restoration Project
Save Crystal River President Lisa Moore presented to the Crystal River City Council last week, focusing on the past, present and future plans for the Kings Bay Restoration Project. Take a read via Citrus County Chronicle Chronicle: https://bit.ly/3WThC2X
Look at that lush seagrass growth!
We are thrilled to see our seagrass thriving after Hurricane Idalia. Our community and nature's resilience never cease to amaze us! Why...
Water Hyacinth and Water Lettuce Hydrilla
What Have We Done About Hydrilla? Removing hydrilla is extraordinarily difficult and costly. Hydrilla grows faster than manatee can eat...
How can we, our neighbors, commercial vendors, & visitors from around the world help?
Restoring, Protecting, and Saving Crystal River takes ALL OF US. Some things every one of us can do to help with the excess floating...
How is it decided where the machine will be sent to work?
Daily, via aerial drone photos, and using wind, tide, and current data, a team of biologists and aquatic experts at Sea & Shoreline...
When is the floating grass going to be collected from my area?
Current funding and DEP permits allow planting and collection to take place only in designated areas, Phases 1-4 of the original, 92-acre...
What are Save Crystal River and Sea & Shoreline doing about the excess floating grass?
Fortunately, we have recently brought in a new, custom-designed seagrass collecting machine to gather the floating grass and remove it...
Why are we seeing floating grass on top of the water?
The summer boating season is a wonderful time for families and visitors to enjoy time on the water together; however, most of the...
Why Is There Floating Grass In Crystal River?
As a result of the work being done by Save Crystal River and Sea & Shoreline, lush, native, healthy eelgrass has replaced the invasive...
Spud Anchoring Updates
Where has all the grass gone? A message from Save Crystal River, Homosassa River Restoration Project and Sea & Shoreline: Following...
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