
Manages fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.
Formed in 1969 by a coalition of scientists, economists, and lawyers interested in contributing their time and expertise to try to improve the quality of decision-making affecting Florida’s environment.
Based on a network of agencies implementing 23 statutes that protect and enhance the state’s natural, cultural and economic coastal resources. The goal of the program is to coordinate local, state and federal agency activities using existing laws to ensure that Florida’s coast is as valuable to future generations as it is today.
Working in an advocacy role to protect the state’s marine resources and the interests of saltwater anglers, supporting strong, resource-based law enforcement, access to the resource for recreational fishing, and strong and fairly-balanced fishery regulations to protect state and federal fish stocks. CCA Florida is one of 15 state chapters of the Coastal Conservation Association.
The International Hurricane Research Center is a Type I research center within the State of Florida University System. http://www.fiu.edu/about-us/contact-us/
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Each episode navigates insightful discussions on marine life, and the critical issues affecting our seas. Informative, educational and humorous, it’s a valuable resource for anyone passionate about understanding and preserving our ocean world!