We recently conducted a study focused on how recreational anglers have been affected by the marine reserves. Thanks to the 7,582 anglers who completed our research survey, we now have some preliminary results to share. Read More
May has been a busy month – balancing data analysis for the ODFW Marine Reserves Synthesis Report with preparations for fieldwork. Here’s what’s been happening in the field. Read More
Check out our annual highlights infographic. Plus, take a look at a our top stories and most popular marine reserve videos from 2020. Read More
Two men caught setting stolen crab pots in Cape Falcon Marine Reserve on the north Oregon coast await trial following a joint effort of citizen reporting and solid detective work. Read More
This project is designed to capture the lived experience of commercial and charter fishers who are directly impacted by marine reserves. We were particularly interested in the economic, social, and cultural impacts of the marine reserves, including whether or not fishers were shifting their efforts to other species or locations following reserve implementation. Read More
With a profession spanning five decades off of a 15-mile stretch of coastline, this charter boat captain’s sense of place for the Cascade Head Marine Reserve area remains deep and unchanged. Join us as we talk with Lars Robison and explore his knowledge of the reserve, how he came to know these waters, and his continued connections with this place. Read More
People’s experiences with the ocean – the smell of salt, the spray of waves, the rolling storms and the stunning calms — have a way of creating a sense of connectedness. Read more about our upcoming series that looks at different people’s sense of place and their different connections with the ocean. Read More
SMURFing is back for summer 2017, to collect information on juvenile fishes. Check out these highlights from our sampling thus far this season. Read More
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Marine Resources Program (MRP) annually recognizes partners who make extraordinary contributions to the program. In 2017, the program recognized Jeff Miles, a commercial fisherman out of Port Orford. Read More
With the 2017 field season approaching, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Marine Reserves Program has two Request for Proposals (RFPs) available for vessel contracts to help with this year’s hook and line surveys. Read More