May 23, 2026
Submerged Ecosystems Recovery Mission
World Turtle Day Ghost Gear Recovery Expedition
Mission Overview
A professionally managed marine conservation field mission.
The mission combines technical ghost gear recovery, marine species protection, and community conservation engagement to restore critical reef ecosystems across Cambodia's Blue Archipelagos during World Turtle Day 2026.
This is a technical conservation operation rather than a recreational dive event. Participation is limited to protect sensitive reef conditions, maintain safe supervision, and support high-quality mission documentation.
Requirements
Safety and reef protection standards
- Advanced Open Water certification
- Recent dive history
- Signed liability waiver
- Buoyancy competency
- Reef-safe diving practices
Participation
Ways to join or support
- Conservation Diver Package: for certified divers participating directly in recovery operations.
- Observer / Conservation Supporter: for non-divers joining educational and shoreline activities where available.
- Sponsor / Donor Participation: for embassies, NGOs, corporate supporters, and institutional partners.
Partner and sponsor participation is coordinated directly with MRPO. Recognition and reporting options are confirmed case by case based on mission role and conservation contribution.
Registration
Submit an expression of interest
MRPO will review submissions and confirm suitability, availability, and next steps directly.