We protect the wildlife, habitats, and cultural resources of one of the most diverse and bountiful marine environments in the world, an area of 3,295 square miles off the northern and central California coast. The waters within Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary are a nationally significant marine ecosystem, and support an abundance of life, including many threatened and endangered species.
The Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary seeks applicants for the following seats on its Sanctuary Advisory Council: Community at Large - San Francisco/San Mateo (alternate position), Community at Large - Mendocino/Sonoma (alternate position), Conservation (one alternation position), Education (primary and alternate positions), and Youth (alternate position).
The council advises the sanctuary superintendent on priority issues and connects local communities with the sanctuary, while providing opportunities for information exchange on issues affecting the health of the sanctuary. Members represent a variety of interests including research, conservation, education, recreation and commercial activities. Learn more and apply.
This poster features Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary, located off the Northern Coast California. A special place for endangered species, sensitive habitats, historic shipwrecks, and cultural resources, this poster highlights the true beauty and importance of the waters surrounding Greater Farallones.
The Greater Farallones Association (GFA) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to support protection of the Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary habitats and wildlife through the development of a diverse community of informed and active ocean stewards.