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On January 1 Tourmaline becomes state marine reserve
Recently, Scripps Institution of Oceanography released a report announcing that barred sand bass and kelp bass fisheries have collapsed. This is largely due to overfishing, and this is what the MLPA is designed to prevent. It’s not just “saving the fish” or providing a warm, green feeling, it’s ensuring that fisheries exist for the next generation. In the years leading up to adoption of SoCal MPAs, the public had the chance to comment and provide input on proposed areas, the fishermen’s voice included. Science proved that ecosystem-based MPAs were needed along our coast. The MLPA is only partly aimed at commercial fishing – it also focuses on the “little guy”. The “little guy” that makes a living fishing off San Diego shores or enjoys the recreation of an evening surfboard fishing session needs a reliable and sustainable fish population. Just like on land, it’s vital to protect ecosystems underwater to guarantee that the fish will be there for years to come.— October 7, 2011 8:46 a.m.