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The South Carolina Oyster Recycling and Enhancement Program (SCORE)

Annual funding for new reef deployment and funded by multiple shell drop-off locations throughout the state. The SCORE project funded new oyster shell pick-up recycling trailers and additional equipment

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South Carolina Department of Natural Resources

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85,000 sqft+ oyster reef and counting!

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Oyster Harvest Data Survey

$20,000 donation to fund on-going oyster research to better understand recreational and commercial harvest, 2021.

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The Nature Conservancy

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Waddell Mariculture Center - Fish Restocking

Funds deployed to help restock redfish and speckled trout

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SCDNR & Waddell Mariculture Center

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Virginia Oyster Shell Recycling Program

40,000sqft+ oyster reefs & purchasing spat. This is the largest on-going oyster restoration project in the country, located in the Chesapeake Bay.

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VCU Rice Rivers Center

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-Annual funding for spat on shell since 2017 - -Purchased a boat for program in 2020 for restoration deployment

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Galveston Bay Oyster Restoration

20,000sqft+ oyster reef & funding recycling and restoration efforts

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Galveston Bay Foundation

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Barnegat Bay Oyster Reef Deployment

Size of the project: 20,000sqft+ oyster reef & funding recycling and restoration efforts

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American Littoral Society & Jetty Rock Foundation

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-Aquaculture-set oyster spat on whelk shell deployment

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Shuck and Share - Mosquito Lagoon

10,000sqft+ oyster reef & funding recycling and restoration efforts

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Marine Discovery Center

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Oyster Shell Recycling Program - New Orleans

10,000sqft+ oyster reef & funding recycling and restoration efforts

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The Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana (CRCL)

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Department of Marine Resources Fish Hatchery to support Flounder Spawning Program

Funding for spawning and releasing Flounder in the Gulf

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Coastal Conservation Association - Alabama

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Offshore Smart Reef Deployment

The Toadfish team is proud to announce the deployment of a new Smart Reef system off the coast of South Carolina. The main objective is data collection to advance modeling for predicting and engineering coastal environments to address issues of sea level rise and flooding; exploring the utility of artificial reefs to potentially be designed to effect coastal beach erosion while also supporting recreational fisheries; and data collection for similar ideas of "living shorelines" like oyster reef restoration projects to help mitigate marsh erosion in estuaries as well as the potentially harmful effects of eutrophication on fisheries.

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SCDNR

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Tampa Bay Estuary Program

Partnered with the Tampa Bay Estuary Program to support seagrass restoration efforts in Florida. Seagrass is crucial for coastal ecosystems, providing habitats for marine life and improving water quality. By donating a portion of proceeds from the Seagrass Green Collection, Toadfish helps fund TBEP’s ongoing research and initiatives to protect and restore seagrass meadows, ensuring healthier waters for future generations.

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RINK2REEF

Teamed up with Matt Albers of Rink2Reef to support an Oak Island restoration project where their team is using artificial reefs made from recycled hockey sticks to foster new reef development. These innovative structures provide habitats for oysters and other filter-feeding organisms, enhancing water quality and promoting marine biodiversity. By repurposing broken hockey sticks, Rink2Reef not only reduces waste but also contributes to the restoration of vital coastal ecosystems.

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Billion Clam Restoration Project

Partnered with CCA FL and the Billion Clam Restoration Project to deploy 100,000 baby clams as part of their initiative. This effort aims to revitalize the Indian River Lagoon's ecosystem by introducing clams, which naturally filter and improve water quality. Utilizing innovative methods, including drone technology for precise distribution, the project has successfully planted over 27 million clams to date. The ultimate goal is to deploy one billion clams, enhancing the lagoon's health and supporting aquatic life.

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CCA FL + Billion Clam Project

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Tampa Bay Waterkeeper

Donated to TBWK and spent the day with Captain Dustin Pack learning about the history of the Tampa Bay Estuary. Historically, Tampa Bay faced significant environmental challenges, particularly in the mid-20th century when urbanization led to severe water quality issues and a drastic decline in seagrass coverage. Organizations like Tampa Bay Waterkeeper have been instrumental in advocating for the estuary's restoration and protection. Through collaborative efforts, there is hope for a healthier future for Tampa Bay's vital ecosystems.

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LIVE Watersports + SCDNR

Teamed up with Live Watersports to donate 8 paddleboards to SCDNR to support their Spartina grass restoration initiatives. Spartina grass plays a crucial role in stabilizing shorelines, preventing erosion, and providing essential habitats for coastal wildlife. It also improves water quality by filtering pollutants. Teaming up with LIVE helped spread awareness about the cause through multiple social media campaigns around the project, inspiring others to join the effort to protect our coastal ecosystems.