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Coral reefs help prevent erosion of beaches, provide breeding and feeding grounds for marine life, control carbon dioxide in the water and bring money to low income regions that rely on tourists for economic survival.  Collection of coral, unsafe fishing practices and increasing pollution of ocean waters has put coral reefs in danger of destruction.  Help coral reefs survive by following the ideas below.

Step 1 - Throw all garbage and other waste into a proper container and not overboard when boating in the Caribbean.

Step 2 - While sailing to Buck Island anchor your boat in sand and not on a coral reef.

Step 3 - Look at coral reefs when diving or swimming, snorkeling at the Buccaneer or Carambola Resorts, but never touch them.  Don't walk on, sit on, stand on or collect coral from reefs.

Step 4 - Cast your fishing line away from coral reefs.

Step 5 -  Volunteer for a reef cleanup at your local beach here on St. Croix.

For more tips on how to protect coral reefs log onto my Blog for "How To" tips.