Lionfish in the Gulf with FWC Tony Hart

Tampa divers and Florida adventure seekers!
Did you know there's an underwater invasion happening right in our backyard?
The Gulf of Mexico is facing a fishy threat, and we need YOUR help!
Meet the lionfish: a striped beauty with venomous spines and an appetite for destruction. These flashy fish are munching their way through our local marine ecosystems faster than you can say "seafood platter"!
But here's the kicker – they're not supposed to be here! These exotic party crashers are wreaking havoc on our native fish populations and coral reefs.
You know what's even better? They're DELICIOUS!
On Thursday, Tony Hart with @FWC's 2026 Lionfish Challenge will be joining us to discuss what the state of Florida does to combat our lionfish problem and there's serious benefits for you! Tony has been with FWC since 2024 where he took over the Lionfish Program. He is an avid diver and his background is in the fishing industry where I managed pro staffs for various fishing companies and worked in fishing media for a large number of years. He studied History with a minor in Political Science at UNF and is a Marine Corps and disabled veteran. The discussion will start at 6 PM. Please RSVP.
On Sunday, Join our "Lionfish Roundup" charter! We're turning the tables on these finned invaders and you can be part of the action.
You must be Advanced and Nitrox to sign up for this trip. adventuretampa.com/
Dive into an unforgettable adventure

Become a guardian of our Gulf

Learn pro tips for lionfish removal

Bonus: Taste test some lionfish cuisine (spoiler: it's delicious!)
Don't miss out on this fin-tastic opportunity to make a splash in marine conservation! Sign up now for our charter and let's show these lionfish who's boss in the Sunshine State!
Sign up here: adventuretampa.com/scuba-diving-calendar/
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