Write a lead that paints the reef as both a memorial and a living ecosystem, naming Nate Riley and the inspiration behind Capt. Nate’s Oasis. Describe the step-by-step process the family plans to use—from repurposing shipping containers to placing them on a barge—and the engineering/logistical challenges involved. Explore the environmental considerations: materials safety, potential species attracted, and how the reef fits into local conservation and fishing communities. Include voices from the family, local divers/fishers, and an environmental expert to provide balanced perspectives. Conclude with broader questions about how communities balance memory, science, and stewardship when creating underwater tributes.