Electoral

We help elect members of congress who will fight to protect our oceans, and, we defeat candidates and members who don't. That, in essence, is what Ocean Champions is all about. More on this Issue >>

Ending Overfishing

In 2006, Ocean Champions played a significant role in reauthorizing the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (M-S Act). The M-S Act is the primary federal statute governing management of our Nation's fisheries. It seeks to end overfishing, rebuild depleted fish populations and ensure sustainable fisheries management. Read More >>

Caverns, Painted Deserts and Senate Champions

New Mexico is famous for its natural beauty, so it's no surprise to see that Congressman Martin Heinrich (D-NM) has such a strong environmental record. What many may not know... Read More >>

Become a Member of Ocean Champions

The ocean community may be the most passionate group in the entire environmental movement. That's a good thing, because we're also
probably the smallest.
Because we're small relative to the rest, every single person in the movement matters. Ocean activists can still win big, but only when we all fight together. Become a Member >>

Fishermen for Sustainable Fisheries (& for beating Rep. Southerland)

Recently, you’ve heard a lot from us about the need to protect sustainable fishing policies (that are working).  In a related issue, you’ve heard us talk about our campaign to beat Congressman Steve Southerland (R-FL), who is trying hard to obliterate these important programs.  Not surprisingly, we aren’t the only ones who feel this way, [...] More Blog >>