Mar 22, 2021 | Central Coast, Enforcement and Compliance, North Coast, Outreach and Education, Research and Monitoring, South Coast
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Marine Region extends along the entire California coastline from border to border and approximately three nautical miles out to sea, including offshore islands. Through development of specific projects, staff...
Feb 26, 2021 | Catalina, Outreach and Education, South Coast
While Los Angeles County is home to 13 of California’s 124 marine protected areas (MPAs), only four of those can be easily accessed from the mainland. The remaining nine MPAs surround Santa Catalina Island, known simply as “Catalina,” and can be reached via ferry,...
Feb 8, 2021 | Central Coast, Monterey, Outreach and Education
After taking a virtual walk along Monterey Bay’s Coastal Recreation Trail through the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s blog series Exploring California’s Marine Protected Areas, this article continues the walk to Asilomar State Marine Reserve (SMR). The...
Jan 29, 2021 | Outreach and Education, Uncategorized
Content from the California Marine Sanctuary Foundation: We are excited to be sending out the fifth content packet for the California Marine Protected Areas Social Media Campaign! The days have been flying and somehow we are officially 8 months into the campaign. The...
Jan 14, 2021 | Central Coast, Outreach and Education, Santa Cruz
The laid back, beachy vibe of the colorful coastal town of Santa Cruz conjures images of surfers gracefully riding the waves at Steamer Lane or locals leisurely navigating an oceanside bike trail on beach cruisers. Visitors flock to the world famous Santa Cruz Beach...
Jan 5, 2021 | Orange County, Outreach and Education, South Coast
As part of the Marine Protected Area Outreach and Education Small Grants Program, the Crystal Cove Conservancy turned their MPA Science Cruise program into a virtual curriculum for teachers to use for free! The full curriculum for the new virtual MPA Exploration can...
