INTRODUCTION

How do you protect a resource that is located over 100 miles from land and under more than 50 feet of water? It takes careful planning and continuous monitoring.

Installing and maintaining mooring buoys helps us prevent anchor damage to the habitats, as does the sanctuary's designation as an internationally recognized no-anchoring area.

Developing contingency plans enables us to respond quickly and effectively to oil spills, groundings, or other potentially hazardous incidents.

But, it doesn't end there! Appropriate enforcement, permitting, regulations, education, and public input are all important parts of resource protection, too.

For more information on the following, please click on the appropriate link:

Enforcement
Partnerships
Permits
Reef Etiquette
Regulations
Sanctuary Advisory Council
Sanctuary Vessel

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