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Virginia’s Middle Peninsula: Projects Focus on Oysters, Shorelines, and More

Work is under way in the recently announced Middle Peninsula Habitat Focus Area.
November 23, 2022 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Aerial view of river with wetlands interspersed with residences and forested areas on both sides The Mattaponi River snakes through King and Queen County, Virginia, part of NOAA's Middle Peninsula Habitat Focus Area.

How NOAA Prepares for Entanglements During Whale Season in Hawaiʻi

NOAA and partners go through rigorous training in preparation to respond to whales in life-threatening entanglements.
November 23, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Pacific Islands
An individual wearing a life vest and safety helmet stands on the platform of a small boat to practice tossing a grappling hook. NOAA and partners go through rigorous training in preparation for responding to large whale entanglements. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Cameron Dabney

U.S. Leadership at ICCAT Contributes to Adoption of Historic Management Procedure for Atlantic Bluefin Tuna

Key conservation measures for sea turtles were also adopted at the meeting.
November 22, 2022 - Feature Story ,
National
International
Atlantic bluefin tuna swimming Atlantic bluefin tuna. Photo credit: iStock

Updated Guide for Educators on Meaningful Watershed Educational Experiences

The guide, first developed for the Chesapeake Bay, is updated and relevant for educators across the country.
November 17, 2022 - Feature Story ,
National
Six students balance on rocks in a creek Students explore their local creek as part of a Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience. Photo by Rocío Lozano-Knowlton.

Expanding Electronic Reporting Across the Pacific Ocean

Observers on the West Coast are transitioning from paper forms to a more efficient and accurate tablet-based system. 
November 17, 2022 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Observer in orange rain gear, with supplies walking on dock.

New Horizons in the Alaska Fisheries Data Environment

Data-linking projects spearheaded by Jordan Watson with the support of the Alaska Fisheries Information Network are paving the way for previously unimaginable advancements in fisheries science and management.
November 17, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
A large white ship with the NOAA insignia floats in a bay surrounded by mountains.

Recreational Fishing: Policy and Partnerships

Recreational fishing is a key part of the social and economic fabric of our coastal communities. Explore how policy and partnership are working to ensure U.S. recreational fishing remains vibrant and sustainable for the future.
November 17, 2022 - Podcast ,
National
Woman holds a red drum while sitting in a blue kayak on the water Woman holds a red drum while sitting in a kayak on the water. Credit: Sandra Lewis.

Cruise Ships Honored for Reporting Most Whales on Whale Alert Alaska Network

NOAA awards Norwegian Encore and others with letters of commendation for 2022.
November 15, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
Bridge crew from Norwegian Encore holding their Certificate of Corporate Responsibility from the Whale Alert Alaska Program. Bridge crew from Norwegian Encore holding their Certificate of Corporate Responsibility from the Whale Alert Alaska Program.

Predicting Winners and Losers in a Warming Arctic

Habitat for key prey species may shrink dramatically if climate change continues on its current trajectory, new research shows.
November 15, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
Photo of a cream-colored basket star with delicate, lacy arms extended over a rock encrusted with colorful orange and purple animals on the Alaska seafloor. A basket star on the Alaska seafloor. Credit: NOAA Fisheries.

Meet Eric Weissberger, Oyster Restoration Coordinator for Deepwater Horizon

Eric Weissberger brings years of expertise as a shellfish biologist to his role as oyster restoration coordinator. He helps the five Gulf states and NOAA work together to rebuild oyster reefs after the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.
November 15, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
National
a man in a red boat rows in a small harbor. Eric Weissberger is the Oyster Restoration Coordinator for the Deepwater Horizon restoration program.