RAISE THE REEF
MARCH 19
2022
CORAL RESTORATION FOUNDATION™
8TH ANNUAL GALA
LIVE AUCTION CATALOG
Diamonds of the Sea
Founded in the Florida Keys by a husband-and-wife team, DePaula Jewelers is a family business built on pillars of island lifestyle and honesty. DePaula Jewelers pieces are crafted to the highest quality and draw their inspiration from the beauty of the Keys’ natural environment. DePaula’s offers you an exquisite piece selected exclusively for Raise the Reef 2022 – a 14k white gold .28 carat diamond octopus pendant on an 18” 14k white gold chain.
“A Place to Rest”
A woman of many strengths – diver, photographer, marine life artist – BJ Royster created this split level painting following a dive outplanting coral with Coral Restoration Foundation™. A Florida local, BJ creates beautiful and realistic works of art that allow viewers to experience the wonder of Florida’s marine life through paintings inspired by her own underwater experiences. This breathtaking original 24” x 30” acrylic painting reveals the dynamic ecosystem surrounding the iconic Carysfort Reef Light.
Every Minute Matters
Legendary Swiss watchmakers, Oris, have collaborated with CRF™ to
create the Carysfort Reef LE timepiece, celebrating a milestone for our restoration efforts – the return of more than 30,000 threatened corals to Carysfort Reef. This unique design, unveiled in Vail, Colorado in 2020, is limited to just 2,000 units worldwide. Cased in steel, it can show the time in three time zones simultaneously using the 24-hour scale laser engraved into the ceramic bezel. Wear your support for our planet’s coral reefs every day with this gorgeous timepiece!
create the Carysfort Reef LE timepiece, celebrating a milestone for our restoration efforts – the return of more than 30,000 threatened corals to Carysfort Reef. This unique design, unveiled in Vail, Colorado in 2020, is limited to just 2,000 units worldwide. Cased in steel, it can show the time in three time zones simultaneously using the 24-hour scale laser engraved into the ceramic bezel. Wear your support for our planet’s coral reefs every day with this gorgeous timepiece!
The Golden Hour
The first Oris model to be housed in an 18-carat yellow gold case, the Oris Carysfort Reef LE, was designed in collaboration with CRF™ to continue to raise funds and awareness for our mission. This unique timepiece, part of the Oris mission to bring Change for the Better, was released as a limited edition of 50 pieces which have long since sold out. CRF™ was gifted the first production piece, #02, the lowest number available to the public. This 43.5mm watch is based on the iconic Oris Aquis model but is cast in 18-carat yellow gold with a black and blue ceramic insert. The back bears a motif commemorating “Carysfort 2020” – a restoration milestone achieved through the generous support of Ocean Reef Club. Don’t miss your last chance to get your hands on the only solid gold Oris Aquis model ever produced!
A Barry White Kinda Night
Join the Coral Restoration Foundation™ team to witness the natural
phenomenon at the top of every diver’s bucket list - the annual coral spawn! Our divers will lead you on a night dive through our Tavernier Coral Tree Nursery – the world’s largest open ocean nursery, home to tens of thousands of endangered corals - where you will have a chance to experience the magic of these little animals spawning in sync with the full moon. This unique, inspiring, and unforgettable night is made possible by Rainbow Reef who are donating the boats for this once-in-a-lifetime dive trip!
phenomenon at the top of every diver’s bucket list - the annual coral spawn! Our divers will lead you on a night dive through our Tavernier Coral Tree Nursery – the world’s largest open ocean nursery, home to tens of thousands of endangered corals - where you will have a chance to experience the magic of these little animals spawning in sync with the full moon. This unique, inspiring, and unforgettable night is made possible by Rainbow Reef who are donating the boats for this once-in-a-lifetime dive trip!
Come Sail Away
Ready for a luxury getaway? You and a guest will join sailing enthusiasts on an all-inclusive TradeWinds’ Shared AQUA Experience. Embarking from Antigua, enjoy an unrivaled seven-night cruise aboard a deluxe and spacious sailing catamaran, complete with crew, Captain, private chef, and full culinary team. Sit back and relax while the crew handles everything from gourmet meals and cocktails to the daily comforts on your first-class sailing adventure. Relax, rejuvenate, and have fun in the clear blue waters with the included watersport gear such as kayaks, snorkel equipment, water tube, and fishing gear.
“Four Winds”
Taylor Hale is a Key Largo native who draws inspiration from a lifetime on the water in his island hometown. Taylor earned a BFA from the Rhode Island School of Design before returning to Florida, where he is inspired by the constant transformations of the sea and sky. He seeks to create windows to another world within each oil painting. Measuring 40” x by 50”, this original oil painting celebrates the paradoxical forces of Mother Nature that are seen in the spectacular sunsets of the Florida Keys’ waters.
Relax in Romora Bay
Romora Bay, in the heart of Harbour Island, blends timeless ambiance and world-class service to create an exclusive resort and marina destination unlike any other in the Bahamas. With its twenty all-suite hotel accommodations, infinity pool overlooking the bay, and two world famous restaurants, Romora Bay offers unique and beautiful vacation getaways. Choose from a three-night stay in the cozy resort or a five night stay on the water, docking your yacht in Romora Bay’s Superyacht Marina. A full-time team dedicated to marina guests provides a stress free transition from ship to shore. Two crew lounges offer quiet space for rest and relaxation, and our onsite yacht agency can help plan your itineraries, supply provisions, and book airfare to and from the island.
Take a Bite out of Invasive Lionfish
Enjoy a half-day private charter while you try your hand at removing invasive lionfish from the beautiful reefs off Islamorada. Your private charter for four is run on a comfortable 36’ Invincible Open Fisherman with Forever Young Charter Company, an owner operated business that has earned a NOAA Blue Star rating through their sustainable fishing practices and support of multiple conservation efforts in the Florida Keys. The charter is all-inclusive with a Captain, permits, refreshments, in-water spearfishing guide, as well as dive and spearfishing gear. All lionfish harvested will be cleaned and packaged for you and your guests to take home in your brand-new ORCA cooler provided by Divers Direct! Then, wind down and watch the sunset while enjoying dinner at the Square Grouper Islamorada.
Amara Cay Getaway
Take that spur of the moment vacation you’ve been dreaming of at Amara Cay Resort in Islamorada, Florida. Amara Cay is for the doers, for the “take-it-all-in, never-miss-a-moment” crowd. It’s for those who do more than appreciate life’s little moments; it’s for those who make the moment. Make your own moments with this three-night stay at Amara Cay Resort. Relax in your ocean view room and enjoy your $200 resort credit at the onsite restaurant ReelCatch or Tiki Bar!
“The Coral Goblet”
Reminiscent of the endangered staghorn coral that CRF™ returns to the wild, this delicate and intricate glass artwork exquisitely reflects the fragility and beauty of our coral reefs. Hailing from St. Louis, Ethan Crawford is an avid scuba diver and many of his pieces are directly influenced by his underwater explorations. Ethan has joined CRF™ on a number of dive programs in recent years and this rising young artist is now using his glassworks to raise awareness for reef restoration.
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