SURVEYS SUBMITTED BY MPA WATCH VOLUNTEERS TO DATE
Get Involved
Thank you for your interest in MPA Watch! Our program is not possible without the commitment of our dedicated volunteers. MPA Watch programs across the state of California are continually training a network of volunteers to monitor resource use inside and outside Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). Volunteers are trained to identify onshore and offshore ocean activities and collect data on coastal and marine resource use.
Participating Organizations
The California MPA Watch program is implemented by different organizations throughout the state. For information regarding each of the participating programs, follow the links below. For questions regarding your local MPA Watch program, to find out more about an organization, or if you are interested in using our data — email the listed representative.
For general questions please contact the statewide coordinator at mpawatch@wildcoast.org.
Environmental Action Committee of West Marin
Marin County
The Environmental Action Committee of West Marin works to protect and sustain the unique lands, waters, and biodiversity of West Marin through environmental advocacy, education, and engagement opportunities.
Morgan Patton, morgan@eacmarin.org
California Academy of Sciences
The California Academy of Science is a renowned scientific and educational institution, dedicated to exploring, explaining, and sustaining life on Earth.
Rebecca Johnson, rjohnson@calacademy.org
Greater Farallones Association
San Francisco County and Surrounding Areas
The Greater Farallones Association is dedicated to protecting Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary’s wildlife and habitats through the development of a diverse community of informed and active ocean stewards.
Kirsten Lindquist, klindquist@farallones.org
Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
Monterey County
The mission of the Museum is to inspire discovery, wonder, and stewardship of our natural world.
Natalie Johnston, Johnston@pgmuseum.org
Santa Barbara Channelkeeper
Santa Barbara County
Santa Barbara Channelkeeper’s mission is to protect and restore the Santa Barbara Channel and its watersheds through science-based advocacy, education, field work and enforcement.
Penny Owens, penny@sbck.org
Los Angeles Waterkeeper
Los Angeles County – Boat Based Surveys
Founded in 1993, Los Angeles Waterkeeper’s mission is to protect and restore Santa Monica Bay, San Pedro Bay, and adjacent waters through enforcement, fieldwork, and community action.
Michael Quill, mquill@lawaterkeeper.org
Heal the Bay
Los Angeles County – Land Based Surveys
Heal the Bay is an environmental nonprofit dedicated to making the coastal water and watersheds of Greater Los Angeles safe, healthy and clean.
Emily Parker, mpawatch@healthebay.org
Orange County Coastkeeper
Orange County
The mission of Orange County Coastkeeper is to protect and promote water resources that are swimmable, drinkable, fishable, and sustainable.
Ray Hiemstra, ray@coastkeeper.org
WILDCOAST
San Diego County
WILDCOAST conserves coastal and marine ecosystems and addresses climate change through natural solutions.
Lillie Mulligan, mpawatch@wildcoast.org
California state parks
Statewide
California State Parks mission is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state’s extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.
Erika Delemarre, erika.delemarre@parks.ca.gov