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Rangers of the Reef: A documentary short on Misool’s no-take zone

The conservation efforts of Misool Eco Resort in Raja Ampat is well known in the underwater photography community. What may not be quite as well known is how they’ve managed to maintain a successful no-take zone for over ten years now. Brady Valashinas has created a documentary short to illustrate the work and coordination it takes to maintain the no-take zone.

A group of dedicated local rangers in Raja Ampat, Indonesia work to protect the world’s most biodiverse marine ecosystem from the threats of illegal and destructive fishing. Join Emmy-winning cinematographer Shawn Heinrichs and Misool Eco Resort on the incredible journey of the “Rangers of the Reef”.

Rangers of the Reef

Watch the full video here.