Coral Reef Restoration by Force Blue Veterans in Florida
Force Blue, a veterans' nonprofit, engages military veterans in coral reef restoration and ocean conservation work, providing 'mission therapy' to veterans who miss the camaraderie and sense of purpose they had while in service.
Key Points
- Force Blue involves mostly veteran volunteers in coral reef restoration and ocean conservation projects
- The organization repurposes military skills for conservation work
- The project in Choctawhatchee Bay aimed to build living shorelines to protect native habitats
Pros
- Engages military veterans in meaningful conservation work
- Provides 'mission therapy' to veterans who miss the camaraderie and purpose of their service
- Contributes to coral reef restoration and ocean conservation efforts
Cons
- Heavy physical labor involved in building living shoreline barriers
- Requirement for mental health screenings for participants may be seen as a barrier