Marine Protected Areas
Monday, June 2nd, 2008
The creation of a network of Marine Protected Areas along the coast of California is in progress. Melissa Miller-Hensen, Program Manager for the California Marine Life Protection Act Initiative, explains what’s involved in designing MPAs and gives a status report on the implementation process. (Photo credit: Matt Meier, www.matthewmeierphoto.com)
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Mary Jane Schramm, Media and Public Outreach Specialist for
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