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.

2023 National Marine Sanctuary Outings

In June 2023, the Park Trust brought D.C. metro area families to Mallows Bay-Potomac River National Marine Sanctuary (MD) for a day of fishing and kayaking. Be part of their adventure – watch the video below: