New CDFW Marine Species Portal Provides Easy Access to Wide Variety of Information

Oct 8, 2020 | Outreach and Education, Research and Monitoring

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Marine Region is proud to announce the new Marine Species Portal! The new Portal replaces the temporary Marine Species Information web page and is another step towards making our website even more user...

Governor Newson Signs Executive Order to Conserve Biodiversity, Combat Climate Change, and Build Climate Resilience Through Nature-Based Solutions

Oct 8, 2020 | Policy and Permitting, Uncategorized

On October 7, 2020 Governor Newsom signed an Executive Order to combat the biodiversity and climate change crises in California using nature-based solutions. Notably, the Executive Order will establish a state goal to conserve at least 30% of California’s land and...

Conservation in times of political polarization: How the California Marine Life Protection Act Initiative succeeded and what we need to succeed now

Oct 8, 2020 | Policy and Permitting, Uncategorized

An OCTO Skimmer interview with Steven Yaffee and Kaitilin Gaffney.

Tying Traditional Knowledge to Ocean Stewardship: The Del Norte MPA Collaborative

Sep 11, 2020 | Del Norte, North Coast, Outreach and Education

Del Norte County is the northernmost coastal county in California. It is home to two MPAs, Pyramid Point State Marine Conservation Area and Point St. George Reef Offshore State Marine Conservation Area, as well as three special closures at Southwest Seal Rock, Castle...

Exploring California’s Marine Protected Areas: Farnsworth Onshore State Marine Conservation Area and Farnsworth Offshore State Marine Conservation Area

Aug 26, 2020 | Catalina, Outreach and Education, South Coast

Located around 20 miles off the Southern California mainland, Santa Catalina Island is a popular destination for those looking to enjoy island living. Kayak tours, glass bottom boats, jet ski excursions, and snorkeling and scuba diving opportunities await the numerous...