Living Shorelines Protect Baby Birds
51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú and partners have built a more resilient future for coastal habitat in Tampa Bay.
51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú protects and restores coastal habitat through policy and advocacy, as well as on-the-ground conservation. Healthy coastal ecosystems like wetlands and beaches serve as the first line of defense for coastal communities facing sea-level rise and stronger, more frequent storms. 
Flood resilience is a pressing challenge for Florida’s communities and natural ecosystems as rising seas, stronger storms, and land use changes jeopardize lives, habitats, and infrastructure. From Risk to Resilience: An Advocate's Guide to Smarter Flood Protection in Florida serves as a starting point for anyone interested in improving flood resilience and environmental health in their community.
Living Shorelines Protect Coastlines
Construction Complete on Over a Mile of Living Shoreline at Alafia Banks Sanctuary
The Alafia Banks Critical Wildlife Area is leased from and managed in collaboration with The Mosaic Company and Port Tampa Bay as a bird sanctuary.
Invasive Plant Removal at Florida Coastal Islands Sanctuaries Improves Habitat
A diverse habitat will be more resilient in the face of rising sea levels and temperatures.
Now 15 years in the rear-view mirror, 51ÁÔÆæÈë¿Ú continues to work to restore and protect the Gulf from future disasters. Read our report on the first decade of restoration efforts.
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