Redfish Rocks Community Team

In 2009, the State of Oregon designated the Redfish Rocks Marine Reserve and Protected Area as one of two pilot sites of its new marine reserves program. The proposal was developed through a community-based process in Port Orford, Oregon that engaged fishermen and other stakeholders and scientists in determining the location, boundaries, and draft rules. As part of House Bill 3013, the Oregon Legislature mandated that the management plan for Redfish Rocks be developed in collaboration with a local community team. The Redfish Rocks Community Team was formally established by charter in February, 2010 and shortly thereafter received formal recognition from the state. The Team includes a diverse set of members representing the City of Port Orford, commercial fishing, recreational fishing, port, local business, recreation, conservation, watershed council, and science. Since 2009, the Team has been working with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) to develop specific elements of Redfish Rocks Site Management Plan which includes site-specific monitoring plans; education and outreach goals; and compliance and enforcement objectives.