Read the full article by beach.com’s D.C Dermody HERE
California’s beaches and coastal waters are among its most treasured natural assets. They support remarkable biodiversity, recreational opportunities, local economies, and the well-being of millions of residents and visitors. From restoring fragile habitats, protecting wildlife, and combating pollution to advocating for sustainable ocean policies, many organizations play a vital role in helping to preserve these ecosystems for future generations.
If you’d like to support some of the leading conservation groups in California dedicated to protecting our beaches and marine life, whether by volunteering, donating, or something else, this list is a great place to start.
The sandy coves tucked between intertidal points in Laguna Beach have long attracted creative types, including artists. With an increasing number of visitors coming to enjoy the area’s beaches and tide pools, local residents passionate about the environment established the Laguna Ocean Foundation in 2003.
The foundation specializes in restoring marine habitats through community outreach, conservation science, and education to keep local coastal ecosystems thriving. While it’s dedicated to sustainable ocean ecosystems throughout the Laguna Coast, it offers outreach and education to all of Orange County. Watch for special events that often include hands-on activities, beach cleanups, tidepool tours, walking tours, and even bird and marine mammal spotting.