The SMBRF’s Marine Programs restore and study our coastal ocean to ensure a sustainable future for wildlife, and people that depend on this resource. Our focus is the study and restoration of threatened kelp forests, abalone, and sea grasses. The Santa Monica Bay sits in-between the cool waters of northern California and the warm waters of Baja California. The Bay’s rare submarine canyons and rocky headlands attract and support an abundance of marine life.

Our program is expanding to include more research on coastal dependent industries like fishing, surfing, sailing and tourism.  Some of our current projects are:

• Kelp forest restoration
• Abalone recovery
• Aerial boating surveys
• 360 Fisheries