Kaitilin Gaffney – Director, Pacific Ecosystem Protection Program/Ocean Conservancy California’s Marine Life Protection Act (MLPA) Initiative – basic information, goals, MPA designations, scientific guidelines, and about the Central Coast subregion.
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MARINE PROTECTED AREAS: SCIENCE 101
May 4th, 2021
Basic information on MPAs including what they are, the different types, how they work, and the scientific benefit
Wishtoyo Chumash Tribal MPAs Poster
May 4th, 2021
Through the Marine Life Protection Act (MLPA) Initiative, Wishtoyo advocated to best ensure a network of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) were established that protect the ecological integrity and fisheries of the Southern California Bight (SCB). A significant part of this effort was integrating tribal values and stewardship into the MPA designation process. Visit their website […]
Protecting California’s Marine Resources & Kashia Pomo Way of Life Poster
May 4th, 2021
This poster shows local species with Kashia Pomo names and facts.
Sonoma County Ocean Recreation Guide
May 3rd, 2021
CMSF created waterproof ocean recreation guides to acquaint visitors to the coast, its animal inhabitants and the local protected areas. These guides are excellent for use in ocean recreation businesses, by interpreters and educators, and more! These guides contain local information, fun facts and pictures of species you’re likely to see on the water, maps, […]