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Join us on Wednesday, June 12 at 1:00EST for a public briefing on a new NOAA-commissioned National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine’s report, A Decision Framework for Interventions to Increase the Persistence and Resilience of Coral Reefs. This final report includes a risk-benefit analysis of the coral interventions, a decision-making framework to help managers use the interventions, and a use-case of the framework for the Caribbean. Register for Briefing >
The NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office’s Biennial Report to Congress was recently sent to Capitol Hill and is available to the public. The report describes how the NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office, a division within the Office of Habitat Conservation at NOAA Fisheries, leads efforts in habitat restoration, fisheries research, Bay watershed education, and oceanographic observations that lead to real, lasting differences for Chesapeake Bay communities, businesses, and the environment. Learn More >
Floating mining operations in Norton Sound, Alaska dredge nearshore gravel and sand substrates to look for gold. NOAA conducted an Essential Fish Habitat consultation to advise the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on a recent mining permit request. As a result, the proposed permit includes measures to protect red king crab juveniles and migratory salmon. Learn More >
On the Oregon coast, NOAA and partners are leveraging the engineering skills of their beloved state animal to restore habitat for threatened coho salmon and other species. The pilot project involves constructing dam starter structures for beavers to finish building, resulting in areas of slow-moving water where juvenile fish can thrive. Learn More >
NOAA is announcing the funding of three projects that will restore coastal habitat and enhance recreational fisheries engagement in coastal North Carolina, South Carolina, and Alaska. The projects will actively engage anglers in habitat restoration efforts that will benefit coastal communities and economies. Learn More >
As NOAA and partners work to provide cleaner water and healthier habitat to migratory fish along North Carolina’s Cape Fear River, our efforts also support the local communities that rely on those habitats for clean drinking water, flood and storm protection, and industries like boating, fishing, and tourism. Learn More >
Surveying thousands of Central Valley anglers, we found 76 percent of respondents would be interested in new salmon fishing opportunities upstream of dams if fish passage was improved. California sees more than $2 billion on recreational fishing but barriers to fish migration have caused species to decline. If fish can access more habitat above dams, new fishing opportunities could create additional recreational and economic benefits. Learn More >
The West Hawaiʻi Habitat Focus Area (HFA) team released the West Hawaiʻi HFA Map Viewer on the Pacific Islands Ocean Observing System website. The map viewer provides a platform to geographically view the type of scientific data collected within the HFA, including project boundaries, protected areas, various land and seafloor features, navigation areas, marine life, and monitoring sites. Learn More >
The Open Ocean Trustee Implementation Group has released the Draft Restoration Plan 2 for public comment through July 1, 2019. It contains 18 proposed projects for fish, sea turtles, marine mammals, and deep sea coral communities. Hear about the plan and projects at public webinars on June 11 and 13. Learn More >
On May 16, while conducting an "engineering dive" in the Gulf of Mexico to test new remotely operated vehicle equipment, the team aboard NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer made an unexpected – and exciting – discovery: the wreck of what is likely a mid-19th century wooden sailing vessel. While most of the area explored was sparsely populated, deep-sea corals and sponges were observed on the wreck. Learn More >
A second consent decree for Washington’s Port Gardner hazardous waste site calls for restoring more than 45 acres of habitat. The restoration projects will restore areas of the Snohomish river and estuary to offset impacts from industrial pollution. The consent decree is open for public comment until July 8, 2019. NOAA’s Damage Assessment, Remediation and Restoration Program works to clean up and restore sites like this impacted by hazardous waste and oil spills. Learn More >
The Restoration Webinar Series, hosted by NOAA, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the Society for Ecological Restoration provides a venue for over 3,500 restoration practitioners to share best management practices (all are held 2:00PM EST). There are five new webinars scheduled from June - October . Register Now >
With Pat Montanio's upcoming retirement later this year, the vacancy announcement for the Director, Office of Habitat Conservation, NOAA Fisheries is open now through July 5. Please share this announcement with your partners and colleagues. Apply Now >
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