RESPONSIBILITY

Bonefish Grill is dedicated to responsible fishing practices and the healthy stewardship of the world’s marine resources. Our procurement process is guided by the reports and recommendations of NOAA and issued government regulations. We regularly consult with distinguished conservation groups, such as Ocean Trust and our OSI Seafood Advisory Council, to help us employ best practices. In addition, we work closely with the fishermen, from whom we source product around the globe, to promote environmentally sound fishing and aquaculture.

OceanBonefish Grill is proud to be affiliated with Ocean Trust - an award-winning ocean conservation foundation building science, conservation and industry partnerships for the sustainability of the oceans, as well as providing a link to sustainable fisheries, wildlife and the environment. Its efforts include engaging public support of constructive projects that help advance the sustainability of ocean resources and recognize its critical link to coastal communities that depend on the sea.

Bonefish Grill has partnered with Ocean Trust, contributing proceeds from a series of special fundraising promotions and events, as well as joining in awareness campaigns. To learn more about Ocean Trust and its efforts, log on to OceanTrust.org .

Here are some of our recent projects...


Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle Restoration
Tepehuajes, Mexico

FOCUS: To restore the population of one of the most endangered sea turtles in the world, which nest primarily in Tamaulipas, Mexico, as well as to maintain the second largest sea turtle camp in Tamaulipas. Here, daily patrol teams monitor nesting activity and relocate turtle eggs to protected corals for incubation and release of hatchlings into the Gulf of Mexico.

PARTNERS: Ocean Trust Texas, Texas Parks & Wildlife, Gladys Porter Zoo

Mangrove Reserve Restoration
Village of Cortez, Florida

FOCUS: To restore a coastal mangrove habitat area the Florida Institute of Saltwater Heritage (FISH) acquired as well as set aside as reserve in one of the last coastal fishing villages in Florida.

PARTNERS: FISH, Florida Maritime Museum, Sarasota Bay Estuary Program, Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Courts

Winter Flounder Stock Enhancement
Township of East Hampton, New York

FOCUS: Help restore Southern New England winter flounder (pseudopleuronectes americanus)

PARTNERS: Township of East Hampton, Multiaquaculture Inc., East Hampton Baymen's Association, Captain Norm Edwards (Town Trustee and Founding Family of East Hampton)