It’s World Ocean Day and time to think about something that gives us all so much pleasure. It’s also time to think of what you can do to help protect our oceans. Below are groups working in the state of California doing just that. Think about donating a little time or money. The lobster you save might be your own. #worldoceansday.

Save our Shores – caring for the marine environment through ocean awareness, advocacy, and citizen action

Los Angeles Waterkeeper – Our mission is to protect and restore Santa Monica Bay, San Pedro Bay, and adjacent waters through enforcement, fieldwork, and community action

Heal the Bay – When we protect the watersheds in which we all live, from the most inland neighborhood streets to the furthest edge of the sea, we protect our own well being.

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