National Marine Sanctuary Foundation

Since 2023, the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, NOAA Fisheries, NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries, and National Park Trust have been working together to engage service members and their families in meaningful outdoor experiences focused on providing access to recreational fishing opportunities in national marine sanctuaries across the country.

In July 2024, the Park Trust brought families to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (CA) for a day of fishing. Be part of their adventure – watch the video below:

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Reeling in Memories: A Family Fishing Day at Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary

On Saturday, October 26th, families from the Channel Islands area gathered for a memorable fishing outing at the Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary, the last fishing event of the year with the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation and NOAA Fisheries.

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Kayaking and Fishing at Mallows Bay-Potomac River National Marine Sanctuary

On Sunday, September 28th, military families from across the DC Metro area gathered for a memorable day of kayaking and fishing at Mallows Bay-Potomac River National Marine Sanctuary.

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Fishing, Fun, and Conservation at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary

On Saturday, July 27th, military families from across the Bay area gathered for an unforgettable day of fishing at the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.

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Fishing and Conservation: Texas Military Families Explore Flower Garden Banks Marine Sanctuary

On Sunday, June 9th, military families from across Texas gathered for a memorable day of fishing at the Flower Garden Banks Marine Sanctuary.

In June 2024, the Park Trust brought families to Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary (TX) for a day of fishing. Check out this podcast episode about their adventures from our partner, Reel Guppy Outside!

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A Day On The Water: Families From Key Largo Fish in Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary

On Saturday, May 18th, students from Key Largo, FL, participated in a fishing day at the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.

2024 National Marine Sanctuary Outings

2023 National Marine Sanctuary Outings

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Military Families from Ventura County Spend a Day Discovering and Fishing Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary

On Saturday, June 10th, National Park Trust partnered with the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, NOAA Fisheries, NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries, and Reel Guppy Outdoors to engage military-connected families from the Ventura County, CA area for a day of fishing at Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary.

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Military Families From DC Metro Area Spend a Day Fishing and Kayaking Mallows Bay-Potomac River National Marine Sanctuary

On Saturday, June 3rd, National Park Trust partnered with the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, NOAA Fisheries, and NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries to engage military-connected families from the Washington DC metro area for a day of fishing and kayaking at Mallows Bay-Potomac River National Marine Sanctuary.

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Families From Key Largo Spend a Day Discovering and Fishing Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary

On Saturday, May 20th, National Park Trust partnered with the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, NOAA Fisheries, NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries, and NOAA Ocean Guardian Schools to engage students from Key Largo, FL for a day of fishing at Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.