The California Coast

Happy International Day of Education! A huge shout-out to our park educators on our @portsprogram! Your work creates meaningful virtual connections w/ students across California. You bring students one step closer to becoming the next generation of park stewards. We thank you!

The Coastal Commission approved lots of new housing in 2024, from affordable housing in Venice to a major smart growth blueprint for Los Osos to hundreds of new units in San Diego. Learn more by signing up for the Coastal Currently newsletter: lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/Q2nAKun/joi…

Our hearts go out to all those impacted by the Palisades and other fires burning across the LA region. The Coastal Commission does NOT require permits to rebuild homes destroyed by disasters. Please see Coastal Act page 136 for the exact details: coastal.ca.gov/coastact.pdf

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A Whale Tail Grant funded a beach wheelchair to help @HealTheBay make their beach cleanup programs even more accessible! Learn how to Adopt-A-Beach in Los Angeles County: healthebay.org/adopt-a-beach/

See the winners and the rest of the honorable mentions in the California Ocean and Coastal Amateur Photography Contest at coastal.ca.gov/photo/2024/. Find inspiration to visit, enjoy, and protect the beautiful California Coast. Thank you for all you do to #ProtectOurCoastAndOcean.

Honorable Mention in the 25th Annual California Ocean and Coastal Amateur Photography Contest: Black Skimmer with Fish, Huntington Beach, by Karen Cohen coastal.ca.gov/photo/2024/ 🧵

Announcing the winners of the 25th Annual California Ocean and Coastal Amateur Photography Contest! See them all at coastal.ca.gov/photo/2024. First place: Sea Nettles off Municipal Wharf, Monterey, by Kent Van Vuren 🧵

Honorable Mention in the 25th Annual California Ocean and Coastal Amateur Photography Contest: Safe Haven, Sea lions at Dana Point Harbor, by Aidan Lee coastal.ca.gov/photo/2024/ 🧵

Honorable Mention in the 25th Annual California Ocean and Coastal Amateur Photography Contest: Who's Looking at Who, Humpback Whale near Catalina Island, by Robin Riggs coastal.ca.gov/photo/2024/ 🧵

Last call for West Contra Costa, Del Norte, Humboldt, Marin, & Alameda recreational boaters who keep a boat or live in these counties, dispose expired marine flares for FREE at your local collection event. calpsc.org/marineflareswi… @CAStateParks @CalRecycle @CalPSC @TheCACoast

Last call for all San Diego, Los Angeles and Morro Bay recreational boaters who keep a boat or live in these counties, dispose your expired marine flares for FREE at your local collection event. calpsc.org/cpsc-marine-fl… @CAStateParks @CalRecycle @calpsc @TheCACoast

‘A beautiful thing’: Klamath River salmon are spotted far upstream in Oregon after dam removal latimes.com/environment/st…

Due to heightened fire danger, CAL FIRE has increased staffing across the state for the duration of the current red flag warning to protect our communities. High winds and low humidity create critical fire weather conditions. Stay alert and prepared!   🔥 Fire Prevention Tips: •Avoid outdoor activities that can cause sparks (e.g., mowing, grilling). •Never park on dry grass. •Secure trailer chains to avoid dragging. •Dispose of cigarettes properly.   🔗 For tips on how to keeping your home and community safe visit readyforwildfire.org #RedFlagWarning #FireSafety

REMINDER: #PortofLA will host a free, drive-through marine flare collection event, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 26 at @CabrilloWayM for the public to safely dispose of marine flares, which are hazardous waste. Registration required. portofla.org/flares

Just in! NOAA designates 3rd-largest national marine sanctuary. Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary in California will be managed with tribal and Indigenous community involvement. Details: noaa.gov/news-release/b… @sanctuaries @noaaocean

BSP’s Community Advancement team had the pleasure of hosting our first hike in #SanDiego.  ❤️A wholehearted THANK YOU to the Whale Tail Grants-@TheCACoast for this incredible opportunity!

The California Coastal Commission's WHALE TAIL® Grants funds projects that connect youth and adults to the California Coast through education, stewardship, and outdoor experiences. grants.ca.gov/grants/whale-t…. App deadline 11/4/24 @TheCACoast