NOAA partner the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation are removing fish passage barriers on Columbia River tributaries. Much of the work resulted from the Tribes’ long-term relationships with local landowners and agency partners.
NOAA Fisheries is collaborating with local anglers and research partners to collect vital data on fish populations in the Mariana Islands from July 7–21, 2025.
We selected six new partnerships and seven projects as part of a collaborative, state-federal initiative aimed at improving recreational fishing effort and discard data collection in the Gulf of America.
NOAA is supporting the Cowlitz Indian Tribe to remove the Kwoneesum Dam and restore 6.5 miles of fish passage and 1.3 miles of in-stream habitat on Wildboy Creek in the Washougal River subbasin.
As part of the Changing Ecosystems and Fisheries Initiative, NOAA researchers have developed a new model that helps us to better understand past ocean conditions so we can predict future ones with greater accuracy.
Cristina Robinson from the Pacific Marine Mammal Center in Laguna Beach, California shares her career success story and perspective amidst a toxic marine event.
In recognition of the 10-year anniversary of voluntary vessel approach guidelines, we’re reminding all mariners, from kayaks to cruise ships, how they can help protect Alaska’s glacial harbor seals.
