#getyourfishon

National Marine Sanctuaries, like Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary, were created to provide the public with opportunities to responsibly enjoy these special places while protecting their unique beauty, biodiversity, and historical significance for future generations. How do you #RecreateResponsibly for National Fishing and Boating Week? (Photo: Sepp Haukebo. Image description: A boat of people fishing near Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary.)

Want to learn more? Check out: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/bluestar/. (Photo: Matt McIntosh/NOAA. Image description: An adult showing a young kid how to fish off a boat.)

Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary offers great recreational fishing opportunities. Learning about sustainable recreational fishing offers an opportunity for young people to gain knowledge about the ocean while instilling a life-long ocean stewardship practice. (Photo: Matt McIntosh/NOAA. Image description: A young person fishing along the shoreline.)

In Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary, a comprehensive ecosystem-based management approach is used to promote the long term conservation of sanctuary waters, wildlife, habitats, and cultural resources, while allowing for responsible recreation. Come celebrate with us all week! (Photo: Ramona Lisa McFadyen. Image description: A person fishing at the bow of a boat.)