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CALL TO ACTION

Multiple changes to California’s Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are being considered right now by the Fish and Game Commission, with regional meetings happening across the state in the coming weeks to gather public input. This is your moment to show up and speak out—because if fishermen and stakeholders don’t engage, decisions will be made without your voice.

This MPA Petition Guide was created to help you quickly understand what’s being proposed, what’s at stake, and how to take action. Now is the time to stand up for your fishing grounds and advocate for balanced, science-based management that protects both our ocean and our industry.

CA Fish and Game Commission Regional Meetings on MPA Petitions

Informational Guide for California Commercial Fishermen

Prepared and published by Ventura County Commercial FIshermen's Association for ALL CALIFORNIA FISHERMEN and support businesses

Click Below on your County (Region)

Northern California

(Del Norte through Monterey Counties)

Central Southern California

(San Luis Obispo through Ventura Counties)

Southern California

(Los Angeles through San Diego Counties)

This page was created to break down the proposed MPA petitions in a clear and straightforward way, so fishermen and stakeholders can quickly understand what’s being proposed, what’s at stake, and what it means for our industry. It also highlights practical, balanced recommendations that support both ocean health and the livelihoods of California’s commercial fishing communities and the public we serve.

This MPA Petition Guide is not legal advice and should be thoroughly scrutinized by the individual or organization before your own decisions are made. VCCFA and its affiliate, staff, and members hold no accoutability for the claims made above, as they are produced with the best available sources at the time.