MARINE RESOURCES COUNCIL | TRANSFORMATIONAL OYSTER RESTORATION PRESENTATION

 

Presented by Damon Moore, Founder & Executive Director of Oyster River Ecology

Tuesday August 5th, 2025 at 12:00 PM Eastern

This presentation will offer a compelling historical overview of how oyster populations in Southwest Florida — especially in the Manatee River (formerly known as the Oyster River) — have dramatically declined over the past 150 years, and highlight the innovative, large-scale restoration efforts now underway to secure a brighter future for oysters and enhance habitat value throughout the region.

 

 

The seminar will end with a live Q&A session. Given the limited seating in the Lagoon House and an increased demand for in-person tickets, there is a $5 in-person attendance fee. Please feel free to bring your own lunch. Coffee and cookies will be provided. Viewing Lagoon at Noon presentations via Zoom continues to be free. We thank you for your continued support of our Lagoon at Noon Program.



When registering for online viewing, the Zoom link will be in your confirmation emailA recording of the presentation will be posted to 

MRC's YouTube page for future viewing.

 

Thank You!

Damon Moore is a habitat restoration practitioner and the founder and Executive Director of Oyster River Ecology, a nonprofit dedicated to large-scale habitat restoration and coastal ecosystem enhancement in Southwest Florida. With over 20 years of experience—including leadership roles in Manatee County’s Parks & Natural Resources—he has led efforts to restore thousands of acres of wetlands, uplands, and oyster reefs. Damon was honored with NOAA’s 2024 Dr. Nancy Foster Habitat Conservation Award for his innovative, cost-effective approaches to oyster reef restoration and his commitment to community-driven conservation.

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