In Our Waterways
Living Shorelines
A living shoreline uses native plants and natural materials like oyster reefs to reduce erosion, restore habitat, and improve water quality as an alternative to hardened structures. CBA supports this approach through oyster reef breakwaters, shoreline grass plantings, and youth education programs that help rebuild and protect Choctawhatchee Bay.
Water Quality Portal 
Explore data and tools that track the health of local waterways across the Choctawhatchee Bay watershed. The portal shares long-term water quality monitoring results, interactive maps, and reports collected by trained volunteers and partners to support research, management, and community stewardship.
Seagrass
Seagrasses are essential to the health of Choctawhatchee Bay, providing habitat for marine life, improving water quality, stabilizing sediments, and supporting species like fish, sea turtles, and manatees. Through long-term monitoring and research, the Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance works to track seagrass health and protect these underwater meadows, while encouraging seagrass-safe boating to reduce damage and preserve the bay for future generations.
Invasive Species Removal
CBA removes invasive plant species from sensitive shoreline areas along Choctawhatchee Bay and the coastal dune lakes through grant-supported efforts, working with staff and volunteers to clear non-native plants and then plant native vegetation to restore and strengthen waterfront habitats. Partnerships with local agencies and organizations help improve habitat health and resilience while supporting long-term ecosystem recovery.