Fish ON AIR

Pt. Sal is a beloved wild space for local community members and visitors alike, many of whom hike the 11-mile round-trip trail to the point and its beaches to gaze upon panoramic vistas, experience land and sea in its natural state, and fish from its undeveloped shores. The Point Sal State Marine Conservation Area (SMCA) proposal is co-sponsored by the Northern Chumash Tribal Council, and seeks to enhance Tribal co-stewardship of our coastal waters. Veronica Mendoza helps us understand the significance and opportunity of protecting, and respecting, this special place.Support Pt. Sal SMCASign-up for MPA meetings on May 5th and 6thAbout the Northern Chumash Tribal Council

Changes to Duxbury Reef State Marine Conservation Area: There's a proposal to expand and strengthen the Marine Protected Area at Duxbury Reef in California. As with most conservation issues, the policy process gets complicated and confusing, making it difficult to understand what's actually being proposed and what the opportunities may be. Ashley Eagle-Gibbs helps us understand what's being proposed and what potential compromises can help protect this unique habitat and all the ways people like to enjoy the area.More information on the proposal: https://www.eacmarin.org/Sea Sketch Mapping Tool: https://www.seasketch.org/california/appSign-up to join the MPA meetings with Fish On: https://forms.gle/fgz2ipsSyRkbsBzi6

MPA 101: Dr. Douglas McCauley, fisherman and renowned marine scientist, shares insights on marine protected areas (MPAs), their ecological importance, design principles, and the future of ocean conservation in California. Discover how MPAs can help sustain fisheries, protect habitats, and adapt to climate change impacts.

Welcome to the first episode of Fish ON AIR. Fish On's founder, Anupa Asokan shares her journey of working in ocean conservation and what led her to create a new space for fishers to get informed, get involved and fight for the fish so we can all Fish On. Learn more at www.fishon.usFollow @fishon_conservation on InstagramEmail us topics [email protected] Check out the How to Protect the Ocean podcast here.