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The Lighter Than Air Ban In San Diego

Help us ban the sale of all helium-filled balloons in San Diego County! Several nearby cities have already taken this step, and it's time to extend the ban countywide. These balloons pose a serious threat to wildlife and the environment. Let’s make a difference together!

Click HERE to sign our petition and show your support!

R/V Pilar & Surfrider San Diego Chapter Teamed Up

we’re working together to make the Lighter Than Air ban a reality in San Diego County.

Sign our petition to support this critical environmental effort. Every voice counts.

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Ocean conservation through Research, Sustainability, Education, and Access for All

As lifelong fishermen and seafarers, I have directly benefited from all the Ocean has to offer. I started this organization so that we could give back to the ecosystem that has given us so much. We are driven by the desire to achieve a more harmonious relationship with our oceans through research, education, and access. We have seen a drastic decline in the health of our oceans and its diverse species, due to the sharp rise of ocean plastics, habitat destruction, and overfishing caused by large-scale commercial practices. Our own well-being and livelihoods are closely linked to that of the oceans, making it evident that we must take action to make necessary changes.

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Blog & Pacific News

Descending Devices Shine Under Pressure

Under pressure. Normally, those two words would be used when talking about work stress or looming deadlines, but for fish living in deeper waters, it's just a way of life.

Why are the Orcas in San Diego?

Orcas, the largest member of the dolphin family, have been making waves around San Diego and in Southern California.

What California Anglers Can Expect in 2024 From The State

CALIFORNIA RECREATIONAL AND COMMERCIAL FISHING; WHAT TO EXPECT IN 2024

Each new year we gain a bit more knowledge of the aquatic world that surrounds us.