We are a network of estuary conservation and restoration practitioners collaborating to improve the health and resilience of estuaries on Oregon’s central coast.
Our Vision
A network of healthy and resilient estuaries on Oregon’s central coast that sustain a full complement of thriving native fish and wildlife populations and support vibrant communities.
Credit: Laura Farwell
OCCEC members on a field trip. Credit: Laura Farwell
Our Organizational Goals
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​For Central Oregon Coast Estuaries, gain an understanding of conditions and threats
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Develop priorities for conservation and restoration activities within our geographic scope
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Improve knowledge, effectiveness, efficiency, and capacity to do estuary conservation and restoration
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Engage in conservation and restoration efforts at a larger scale than members could do individually
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Improve capacity to monitor the effectiveness of restoration and conservation actions
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Analyze the effectiveness of the network and continually seek to improve
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Share accomplishments, results, and knowledge gained as a result of our activities