Federal Government Placing California’s Coastal Authority at Risk- Comment Today

Under the Trump administration’s direction, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has begun a review of California’s Coastal Management Program. As part of the review, the federal government is seeking public input on offshore oil drilling, pipeline infrastructure, desalination, undersea cables, deep seabed mining, spaceport development and other projects that could shape the future of California’s coast. Tell NOAA that the Coastal Zone Management Program is critical to protect the health and economic vitality of coastal communities

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Protecting Our Living Laboratory: Why Duxbury Reef Needs SMR Status

Currently, Duxbury Reef is designated as a State Marine Conservation Area (SMCA). While this offers some protection, it allows for the “limited take” of finfish and abalone. Unfortunately, this “limited” status has created a loophole of confusion and ecological degradation. Working alongside the Environmental Action Committee of West Marin (EAC), we are calling for the redesignation of Duxbury Reef as a State Marine Reserve (SMR) and the expansion of its boundaries to ensure this ecosystem can truly thrive.

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Global Shark Attacks at Norm in 2025

Global shark attacks were higher in the year 2025 over 2024 reports the Florida Museum of Natural History’s International Shark Attack File (ISAF). Despite the attention it gets when an incident involving a shark and human occurs, shark populations are decreasing globally.

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