Greater Farallones Association

Conservation - the greater farallones association's conservation program conserves and protects vulnerable wildlife and ecosystems. Promoting nature-based solutions, we increase the resilience of ecologically important coastal habitats to climate change, supporting the long-term health of migrating shorebirds and complex wetland ecosystems. Our coastal resilience team leads collaborative efforts to better manage sediment on california beaches to protect humans and wildlife. We significantly reduce boat and aircraft disturbances to endangered whales and key seabird colonies. Greater farallones association also supports the national oceanic and atmospheric agency by providing technical expertise to protect the sanctuaries natural resources.

Science - the greater farallones association researches and monitors coastal and marine ecosystems within the national marine sanctuaries. The beach watch program trains volunteers to conduct monthly surveys along 200+ miles of shoreline. We also engage students in intertidal fieldwork through the limpets program and assists the sanctuaries in monitoring marine wildlife, zooplankton, and ocean conditions. Data collected by our programs supports science-based management decisions to protect these vital habitats.

Other programs - education, sanctuary support, communications, jedi, general programs.