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Detangling the Risks of Fishing Line for Right Whales

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Detangling the Risks of Fishing Line for Right Whales

16th March

We have many reasons to appreciate the role of modern technology in today’s fisheries. Electronics, equipment upgrades, and other technological advances have led to more efficient, effective, and economical fisheries.… Read the rest

After Successful Fall Meeting, the Northeast Regional Ocean Plan Enters the Final Stretch

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After Successful Fall Meeting, the Northeast Regional Ocean Plan Enters the Final Stretch

1st December

The North Atlantic is renowned for its incredible beauty, access to iconic keystone species, and rich maritime history. But today, New England’s coasts and ocean are busier than ever, with more stakeholders and a more diverse complexity of interests than ever before.… Read the rest

Richard Delaney: ‘Research in action’ helps drive ocean management

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Richard Delaney: ‘Research in action’ helps drive ocean management

27th October

Rich Delaney knows that in order to protect coastal environments, marine mammals, and ecosystems, you must first understand them: What are the unique needs of these places and the animals that depend on them, and what is the best way to protect them?… Read the rest

Mary Horrigan at New England Science and Sailing: Providing opportunities to create a connection with the ocean

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24th August

Mary Horrigan, program director at New England Science and Sailing, gave us a tour of the facility, which provides year-round programming for children, youth, and adults to promote ocean literacy

Wendy Lull of the Seacoast Science Center: Transform efforts of a few into a collective effort to magnify the prospect of success

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7th August

Welcome to the first installation of Faces of Ocean Planning, where we'll take you behind the scenes to showcase people and organizations who use the ocean in a variety of ways. Everyone is a stakeholder when it comes to maintaining collaborative use of this important resource. Up first: Wendy Lull of the Seacoast Science Center.

The National Ocean Policy at 5 Years: Ocean Planning 101

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The National Ocean Policy at 5 Years: Ocean Planning 101

23rd July

Ocean planning is a hot topic here at CLF, and, while we have been plugged into the process in New England for a few years, newbies understandably find that the term “ocean planning” can, for lack of a better term, confuse more than clarify. For those passionate about the health of our oceans (you, I bet!) but confused about what ocean planning means for New England, consider this post your “Ocean Planning 101” crash course.

October 20, 2015: Northeast Regional Planning Body Stakeholder Forum

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22nd July

The next Northeast Regional Planning Body Stakeholder Forum will take place on October 20, 2015, at the University of New Hampshire in Durham, NH, from 9 a.m.… Read the rest

Northeast Regional Planning Body dives into development of ocean management plan

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17th June

The public meeting of the Northeast Regional Planning Body galvanized excitement and made progress in development of an ocean management plan, a draft of which is due January 2016

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    Northeast Ocean Plan Receives Official Stamp of Approval
    Northeast Ocean Plan Receives Official Stamp of Approval
    Today marks New England’s most anticipated, and undoubtedly most catalytic milestone in ocean planning: the National Ocean Council has approved the Northeast Ocean Plan,...
    History Made as the Northeast Ocean Plan is Submitted for Official Review
    History Made as the Northeast Ocean Plan is Submitted for Official Review
    Yesterday, the Northeast Regional Planning Body submitted the final version of the Northeast Ocean Plan to the National Ocean Council for official review! New...
    Faces of Ocean Planning: Cape Cod’s Self-Reliance
    Faces of Ocean Planning: Cape Cod’s Self-Reliance
    The nonprofit’s renewable energy goals are likely to be bolstered by the implementation of the Northeast Regional Ocean Plan. For more than 35 years, Self-Reliance...