NOAA designates new National Marine Sanctuary in California
by American Sportfishing Association 16 Oct 18:18 UTC
Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary © American Sportfishing Association
On Oct. 11, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced the designations of the 4,543 square mile Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary.
The Sanctuary will help conserve the area's diverse range of marine life, celebrate Indigenous peoples' connections to the region and maintain recreational fishing access.
ASA is pleased to see NOAA's recognition that conservation goals can be achieved in protected areas while providing public access through recreational activities like fishing.
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