Mangrove Action Group
501 (c) (3) Non-profit Organization Our History: In 1995, a handful of Pelican Bay owners formed the Mangrove Action Group (MAG) to rescue the mangrove forest from a significant die-off due to flooding that was caused by development in the northern end of the community. The County's remedies proved unsuccessful, and there was waning interest among other government agencies. MAG took on the job of correcting the flooding by supporting the creation of 13 miles of channels within the mangrove forest. Efforts succeeded, but MAG learned to never step away because mangroves are essential contributors to the wellbeing of the Clam Bay ecosystem. Due to the hydrology of the estuary the channels remain critical to sustain this mangrove forest and continue to be maintained today. Mangroves provide essential coastal protection and are homes to marine organisms and bird nurseries. The trees are sturdy. They thrive in desiccating heat, choking mud and salt water. However, they are harmed when developers desire more water "view" for homes, golf courses, and hotels, or for organizations who want more pathways to the beach, and with excess dredging that alters the flushing of roots or water salinity. MAG serves as a watch guard of the mangroves and its ecosystem. We invite you to be one of us. Our Mission: The Mangrove Action Group is dedicated to conserving the Clam Pass/Clam Bay Natural Resource Protection Area (NRPA) and its natural environs, to protecting its mangroves, its wetlands and the flow and quality of its water, believing that its unspoiled character makes a critical contribution to the environment, to the flora and fauna that share it, and to the quality of life for residents. MAG is a member organization of the Pelican Bay community. |