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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · 5d

🐋⚓ #FisheriesFridays Did you know that OPC funding helps protect whales by reducing entanglement risk, while also supporting California’s fisheries through innovation and collaboration?

👉 Learn more: bit.ly/OPC-GEAR

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · 8d

The Ocean Protection Council meeting will start at 1PM! Watch it live on YouTube: youtube.com/live/1OvWG2aN64Q

To join by Zoom or view the meeting materials visit our website: opc.ca.gov/2025/08/council-meeting-september-30-2025

California Ocean Protection Council September 2025 Meeting

YouTube video by California Ocean Protection Council

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · 9d

Reminder: Council meeting tomorrow!

The Ocean Protection Council meets on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 1 PM, both virtually and in person. You can view the agenda and meeting materials on our website.

opc.ca.gov/2025/08/coun...

Ocean Protection Council Meeting - September 30, 2025 - Teleconference and Public Forum - California Ocean Protection Council

OPC Meeting Agenda Tuesday, September 30, 20251:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.Hybrid Meeting California Natural Resources Agency Headquarters Auditorium715 P Street, Sacramento, California 95814 Please register...

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · 9d

Dive into what’s happening across California in our September newsletter — full of projects, funding news, and stories you’ll want to follow.

🔗 Read the newsletter: bit.ly/OPC-SEP-2025

Monthly Newsletter - California Coast and Ocean News - September - California Ocean Protection Council

The September 2025 OPC newsletter is available!

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · 13d

OPC seeks information to understand how federal actions are impacting efforts to understand, conserve, and protect California’s coast and ocean. Learn more and complete the survey: bit.ly/OPC-FDSURVEY

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Sep 4

Myth: Kelp forests don’t need our help to recover.

Fact: Conservation and restoration action can help kelp thrive.

Thank you for joining us for the Myth vs. Kelp Series! 💙🌿

Follow us on our other socials to explore the myth vs. fact details and see the full series: opc.ca.gov/social

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Sep 4

📰 New Quillback Rockfish stock assessment and rapid state response improve groundfish fishing opportunity! Learn more: bit.ly/OPC-QRF

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Sep 2

Welcome to the final week of the Myth vs. Kelp Series! ⬇️

Myth: Kelp forests are thriving along California's coast.

Fact: In many places, California's kelp forests are under threat.

Follow us on our other socials to get the details: opc.ca.gov/social

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Aug 29

Week 2 / Part 2 of the Myth vs. Kelp Series ⬇️

Myth: Kelp loss doesn’t impact life on land.
Fact: Kelp protects coasts and helps sustain life.

Follow us on our other socials to get the details! opc.ca.gov/social

'Sea' you next week as we continue our Kelp Myth vs. Fact series!

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Aug 28

🌊 Public Webinar – Achieving 30×30 in California’s Coastal Waters 🌊

Join us on Thursday, September 4, 2025 (1–2 p.m.) for a look at the work ahead to meet California’s #30x30 goal in coastal waters.

🔗 Register on Zoom: bit.ly/OPC-30x30-25

#30x30CA #OceanConservation #CaliforniaCoast

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Aug 26

Week 2 / Part 1 of the Myth vs. Kelp Series ⬇️

Myth: Kelp has no value.

Fact: Kelp fuels a healthy ocean, strong communities, and California’s economy.

Follow us on our other socials to get the details! opc.ca.gov/social

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Aug 21

Week 1 / Part 2 of the Myth vs. Kelp Series ⬇️

Myth: Kelp is an ocean plant.

Fact: Kelp isn’t a plant, it’s algae!

Follow us on our other socials to get the details! opc.ca.gov/social

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Aug 20

The California Coast & Ocean Newsletter for August is here! 🌊

🔗 Explore it all: bit.ly/OPC-AUG-2025

Monthly Newsletter - California Coast and Ocean News - August - California Ocean Protection Council

The August 2025 OPC newsletter is available!

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Aug 19

📷 It's #WorldPhotographyDay! We 💙 everyone's submissions for the “Photo of the Month” - and we can't wait to see YOURS! Whether it’s a serene shoreline, vibrant marine life, or a captivating coastal sunset, share the beauty of CA's coast & ocean through your lens!

➡️ opc.ca.gov/2024/08/submit-photo

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Aug 19

Welcome to our Kelp Myths vs. Facts series!

Myth: Kelp forests are slimy, spooky, and best left alone.

Fact: Kelp forests are hubs for marine life and people!

Follow us on our other socials to learn more: opc.ca.gov/social

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Aug 16

This week, OPC leadership attended the 30×30 Partnership Summit. They hosted a coastal waters panel showcasing state, federal, tribal, and community partnerships, and took part in an international convening on the importance of subnational leadership in protecting nature and fighting climate change.

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Aug 15

🌊🌿 30×30 Progress in Action! At the 2025 30×30 Summit in San Diego, OPC and California Natural Resources Agency celebrated California’s conservation gains.

📍 21.9% of our coastal waters and 26.1% of our lands are now conserved, bringing us closer to protecting 30% by 2030.

🔗 opc.ca.gov/30x30

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Aug 7

📢 We’re hiring! Join OPC as our next Tribal Affairs and Community Engagement Specialist and help ensure California’s coast and ocean programs reflect the voices, priorities, and needs of tribes and coastal communities.

🗓 Apply by August 27, 2025

🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/OPC-TCES

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Jul 31

⏳ There's still time to have your voice heard on the OPC Draft 2026–2030 Strategic Plan—but don’t wait! Tomorrow, August 1, is the last day!

🔵 opc.ca.gov/2026-2030-strategic-plan

Let’s work together to protect what matters! 💙

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Jul 28

Join in today, 7/28 @ Noon for the Secretary Speaker's Series, 'Conserving California: Protecting our Special Places in Turbulent Times' with CA Natural Resources Secretary Wade Crowfoot! We'll discuss 30x30’s progress over the last year in California. Register: ca-water-gov.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Jul 15

We've already received so much valuable feedback through our Engagement + Partnerships Survey, but we still want to hear from YOU!

📅 Survey closes July 20, 2025
🔗 Take the survey: bit.ly/OPC-SURVEY-25

California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · May 20

Help shape the future of California’s coast and ocean by taking our Engagement + Partnerships Survey. Your input will guide how OPC connects w/ communities, invests resources, and ensures programs are accessible, inclusive, and community-informed.

🔗 Take the survey: bit.ly/OPC-SURVEY-25 by July 20

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Jul 14

The California Coast & Ocean Newsletter for July is here! 🌊

In this issue:

📌 30x30 Updates
📌 OPC’s Draft 2026–2030 Strategic Plan
📌 The new Marine Protected Area Statewide Leadership Team Work Plan
📌 A deep dive on adaptive management

And much more!

🔗 Explore it all: bit.ly/OPC-JULY-2025

Monthly Newsletter - California Coast and Ocean News - July - California Ocean Protection Council

The July 2025 OPC newsletter is available!

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Jul 11

The recording of yesterday's California Natural Resources Agency Secretary Speaker Series (referenced in the article) can be found here: resources.ca.gov/About-Us/Sec...

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Jul 11

“Obviously these actions are going to hamper California’s ability to predict, respond and adapt to climate impacts like sea level rise, ocean acidification, marine heat waves, and will lead to impacts for our coastal economies and ecosystems." - Jenn Eckerle, OPC Executive Director

Los Angeles Times @latimes.com · Jul 11

State officials say federal cuts threaten California's environment

Actions by the Trump administration are putting wildfire response, water resources, natural lands and clean energy efforts in jeopardy, state officials said.

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California Ocean Protection Council @opc-california.bsky.social · Jul 8

Reminder! Have questions about OPC’s new $10 million funding opportunity to support #30x30CA in coastal waters?

Join our Virtual Office Hour tomorrow, July 9, from 11 am to noon, for live Q&A with OPC staff.

🖱️ Register here: bit.ly/OPC-OH30x30

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