Ocean and Coastal Highlights

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Fish of the Week! Investing in Salmon (www.doi.gov)

Investments in long-term monitoring and science related to the management of wild fisheries can pay dividends in creating intact and richly diverse habitats that are the foundation for sustainable and resilient fisheries. Learn more about fish; where they go, what they eat, and why, through the weekly program, ‘Fish of the Week’ produced by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
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Science for Fish and Aquatic Species (www.doi.gov)

Cutting edge science at the USGS helps conserve and restore our nation’s fisheries and their habitats. From recovering endangered species, see recent news on the Okaloosa darter, to helping fish migrate upstream, and eliminating impacts from invasive species, the USGS is a key player and partner in our ocean, Great Lakes and coastal areas.
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Web Reads: June is Ocean Month (www.youtube.com)

The Department of the Interior’s “blue portfolio” plays a crucial role in the country’s economy and conservation efforts. Secretary Deb Haaland shared the importance of the Department’s work in her opening remarks for Capitol Hill Ocean Week today. She touted Interior workforce’s efforts to conserve and restore coastal and ocean resources and the contributions that recent strides to expand offshore wind development will have on the country’s economy.
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Interior Department Celebrates Ocean Month (www.doi.gov)

The ocean connects the world in a way that no other natural resource does. As we celebrate Ocean Month, the Department of the Interior recognizes the broad responsibility we have for maintaining healthy ocean and coastal resources, and the impact our work has around the globe.
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Tribal Youth Coastal Conservation Program (www.doi.gov)

Nearly $1 million in funding was approved for Tribal youth will support natural resources and environmental management training. These projects also will be restoring an estimated 1,000 acres of wildlife habitat along the Gulf of Mexico coastline. Read more in DOI’s NEWSWAVE on page 1.
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BOEM Holds First Tribal Ocean Summit (www.doi.gov)

BOEM held its first virtual Tribal Ocean Summit in March 2021, which welcomed nearly 200 participants from at least 53 different tribes, to discuss tribal issues and concerns. Topics covered included the importance of oceans, cultural heritage, and perspectives on meaningful consultations. BOEM hopes to build a stronger foundation for future partnerships. Learn more about the summit in DOI’s NEWSWAVE.
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