CFSA volunteers supporting artificial reef conservation

Support Artificial Reefs Off Cocoa Beach

Your donation helps fund proven reef systems that create marine habitat, improve fishing and diving, and support our local coastal economy.

Donate to Reefs

Why Artificial Reefs Matter

Create marine habitat where none existed

Improve recreational fishing and diving access

Reduce pressure on Florida's natural reefs

Artificial reef modules deployed off Cocoa Beach

A Proven Reef System Offshore of Cocoa Beach

Since 2013, CFSA (formerly CFOA) has supported the development of an ongoing artificial reef system east of Cocoa Beach using limestone and concrete pyramid reef modules.

  • Located 15 nautical miles east of Cocoa Beach
  • First reef modules deployed in August 2015
  • Funded through Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission grants
  • Supported by Brevard County and matching funds from CFSA, FSFA, and CCA
  • Sixth reef deployment completed September 30, 2021

How Your Donation Is Used

Your donation provides matching funds required for Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reef grants, helping expand existing artificial reef sites.

Every year since 2015, CFSA has contributed the required $2,000 in matching funds to help grow the Cocoa Beach artificial reef system.

Marine life around an artificial reef off Florida's Space Coast

Central Florida Saltwater Anglers

Florida Sport Fishing Association

Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission (FWC)

Coastal Conservation Association (CCA)

Brevard County

Artificial reef project off Florida's Space Coast

Donate to Cocoa Beach Reefs

Your contribution directly supports established artificial reef projects that enhance marine life, expand fishing and diving opportunities, and strengthen the local coastal community and economy.

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Artificial reef material on a deployment barge offshore Barge and support vessel working offshore Fishing club members on a boat near Port Canaveral

Bailey's Reef

The Space Coast Artificial Reef Advisory Board

The Space Coast Artificial Reef Advisory Board (SCARAB) is a collaborative partnership comprised of local fishing clubs, the Florida Sport Fishing Association (FSFA), Cape Canaveral Offshore Anglers (CFOA), and Coastal Conservation Association (CCA), working alongside Brevard County Natural Resources.

Purpose & Operations

Mission: To improve and expand deep-sea fishing and diving opportunities off the coast of Brevard County by deploying dedicated, permitted artificial reefs.

Reef Construction: The group coordinates the deployment of concrete, stone, and steel structures, like decommissioned utility poles, which attract baitfish, pelagic species, and benthic marine life.

Locations: The board has deployed several reefs 15 miles off Port Canaveral in about 80 to 85 feet of water and is actively seeking funding and permits to expand near-shore reefs around 2.5 miles offshore for better small-boat access.

Involvement & Contact

SCARAB receives support and input from the Brevard County Waterways Commission and Marine Advisory Council. To get involved, volunteer for reef cleanup, or track reef coordinates, you can reach out through the Florida Sport Fishing Association or connect with Brevard Marine Advisory Council staff.