Brochure piloting the boundary identification of Santa Barbara Channel’s MPAs.
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Exploring California’s Marine Protected Areas: Kashtayit State Marine Conservation Area
August 7th, 2020
Have you ever wanted to fall asleep listening to the sound of ocean waves crashing along the shore, or wake up to the sound of seagulls calling in the morning? Not far from Santa Barbara, Gaviota State Park and campground sits on the edge of Kashtayit State Marine Conservation Area (SMCA), allowing you to camp right on the beach […]
The Santa Barbara Channel Marine Protected Area Collaborative: Connecting with the Galapagos of North America
July 27th, 2020
Ventura and Santa Barbara counties are situated north of Los Angeles along the Southern California coastline. Although distinct, these neighboring counties share jurisdiction over an area known as the “Galapagos of North America” – the Northern Channel Islands (NCIs). The islands were given their nickname due to the diverse and abundant life found there. Supporting […]
Exploring California’s Marine Protected Areas: Scorpion State Marine Reserve
January 29th, 2019
Are you looking for an island getaway? Somewhere off the beaten path with unparalleled views, and few people with whom to share the island? While more than 17 million people live less than 100 miles away in bustling metropolis of Los Angeles, the largest of Southern California’s eight Channel Islands sits just offshore beckoning visitors […]