Enjoying Your Sanctuaries
Recreational fishing and boating are among the most popular activities in the United States. More than just favorite pastimes, these activities are a source of economic vitality to coastal communities. In conserving the places cherished by recreational saltwater anglers and Great Lakes sport fishermen, national marine sanctuaries celebrate the boating lifestyle and sportfishing culture. Sanctuaries welcome visitors to have their own sustainable on-the-water experiences and be fellow stewards of our marine resources.
An angler fly-fishes for tarpon in Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. Photo: Matt McIntosh/NOAA
Recreational fisherman, National Marine Sanctuary of American Samoa. Photo: Kate Thompson/NOAA
Native Samoan basket fishing National Marine Sanctuary of American Samoa. Photo: Matt McIntosh/NOAA
Recreational boating, Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. Photo: David J. Ruck/NOAA