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Proposed Sites for Marine Reserves Ecologically important areas in Oregon (PDF)
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About UsOur Ocean is a coalition of conservationists, scientists, ocean users, local leaders and business people from around the state working to preserve Oregon’s coastal legacy. Oregon’s scenic coastline and rich marine waters are world class, and part of our shared natural heritage. Our Ocean believes that, by establishing a network of marine reserves and protected areas, Oregonians can ensure that this coastal legacy will be here for future generations. Our ocean needs our help
My OceanWhat does Oregon's ocean mean to you? Send in photos, video or a written appreciation of a special place off Oregon's coast to Our Ocean Communications Manager Nicole Lampe nicole@resource-media.org
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| Recent News and EditorialsOregon Legislature Approves State’s First Network of Marine Reserves - Our Ocean, February 21, 2012 Editorial: High-yield fish nursery - The Register-Guard, August 22, 2011 Oregon's Proposed Marine Reserves Clear Near-Final Hurdle - Our Ocean, December 7, 2010 Natural World: Cascade Head - KLCC Public Radio, September 30, 2010 July 2010 Newsletter - Our Ocean June 2010 Newsletter - Our Ocean Oceans' fish could disappear in 40 years: UN - AFP, May 17, 2010 Statement on the listing of 3 Puget Sound rockfish species for protection under the ESA - Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, April 27, 2010
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"Let's be able to tell our grandchildren we did something to ensure that they could enjoy the fruits of the ocean, just as we did."
— Vern Oremus, Florence, Oregon
— Vern Oremus, Florence, Oregon
