Grant Downie is cruising through Caspar Bay, a small cove 150 miles north of San Francisco on the rugged Mendocino County coast. From the helm of his 18-foot fishing boat, The Rose, Downie steers along the jagged cliffs that surround a pristine beach at the shore. The sea in this protected inlet appears peaceful and […]
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Mendocino County Ocean Recreation Guide
March 14th, 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, […]
Mendocino County MPAs Brochure
December 11th, 2020
Mendocino MPAs. Marine protected areas are specially designated underwater areas that prohibit or limit the take of marine resources.
Exploring California’s Marine Protected Areas: Russian Gulch State Marine Conservation Area
December 9th, 2020
Imagine a place along the California coast where redwood trees and ferns stand peacefully, securely rooted in the soil. Beneath the adjacent turquoise waters, kelp and other seaweeds are firmly attached to the rocky seabed, swaying and swirling with the churning of the ocean. A visit to Russian Gulch State Marine Conservation Area (SMCA) and Russian Gulch State […]
The Mendocino MPA Collaborative: Engaging Partners to Fill Local Needs
December 1st, 2020
Mendocino County is well known for its stunning coast and towering redwoods. These natural features are protected by an abundance of marine protected areas (MPAs) and state parks throughout the county. MPAs and state parks are often found side by side here, with nine of the 14 state-managed MPAs lying adjacent to a state park. […]