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Monterey Bay Sanctuary Foundation

www.mbnmsf.org

Organization Type:
Non-Profit

Mission:
To advance the understanding and protection of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and other coastal and ocean resources in California.

Contact:
Dennis Long
Monterey Bay Sanctuary Foundation
299 Foam Street, Suite D
Monterey, CA 93940
Phone: (831) 647-4209
Fax: (831) 647-4244
info@mbnmsf.org

Geographical Focus:
Local, Regional, State

Counties Served:
Marin, San Mateo, Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Benito, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara

Activities:
Research, Education, Enforcement, Conservation, Water Monitoring, Water Pollution Prevention, Resource Management

Topic:
Wetlands, Open Ocean/Oceanography, Kelp Forest, Beaches, Rocky Intertidal, Wildlife, Watersheds/Hydrology, Habitat Restoration, Endangered Species, Water Quality/Storm Water Runoff, Bay & Estuary Habitats, Marine/Estuary Reserves & Sanctuaries

Educational Resources:
Curriculum, Posters, Maps, Outreach Programs, Publications, Brochures, Guidebooks, Exhibits/Displays, Website

Speaker/Lecture Series:
Relative to Ocean Conservation, Threats & Solutions

Education Programs:
•  K-12 Programs through Science Teachers
•  Adult Group Presentations
•  Referral Service to other ocean-related organizations

Target Audiences:
Adults, Teachers, Non-Formal Educators, General Public

Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 60

Other Languages:
Written Materials
English and Spanish

Volunteer Opportunities

  Program:
Monterey Bay Sanctuary Citizen Watershed Monitoring Network
  Description:
Citizens conduct water quality monitoring on streams and urban runoff throughout the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Different activities include measuring temperature, dissolved oxygen, pH, conductivity and transparency. Some more advanced groups measure stream geomorphology.
  When Needed:
There are year-round, seasonal and annual commitments. Some groups monitor monthly year-round. Other programs are seasonal, such as Urban Watch. The Network coordinates two annual events that are just one day.
  Qualifications:
None
  Commitment Required:
Commitment depends on the program. Usually no more than 5-10 hours a month.
  Application/Training:
Training is provided for each program.
  Community Service Documentation:
Yes
  Contact:
Anna Holden-Martz, Network Coordinator
(831) 647-4227
anna.holden@noaa.gov


Videos:
•  Watersheds to Seashores ($9.99)


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