Empowering California's Coastal Communities in the stewardship of California’s marine protected areas Find Your Collaborative Upcoming Events December 10: San Mateo MPA Collaborative Meeting December 11: Orange County Allied Agency MPA Enforcement Training December 11-12: Fish and Game Commission Meeting December 11-13: California Coastal Commission Meeting See All Events New Study Released on the Success of CA's MPAs Early results suggest California’s network of marine protected areas (MPAs) is showing signs of success in the form of more and larger fish and invertebrates. Read More Northern Channel Islands MPAs Earn Blue Park Award by the Marine Conservation Institute, indicating that they meet the highest science-based standards for marine life protection and management. Learn Here What is the MPA Collaborative Network? We are a network of… 600+ members 385 represented organizations 14 Collaboratives …working together to steward California’s 124+ marine protected areas (MPAs) The Collaborative Network provides structure for addressing local ocean management needs. Learn More Meet our Collaborative Critters Support the Collaborative Network with your purchase of Critter Swag Shop Now