The Nature Coast Coalition strives to unite communities and organizations along Florida's Nature Coast to protect these last, best places in our state. Help us share information and resources that help us work together to conserve our natural heritage.
The NOAA Fisheries Service is dedicated to the stewardship of living marine resources through science-based conservation and management, and the promotion of healthy ecosystems. The Southeast Regional Office in St. Petersburg is proving current information on the federal fishery closure and other information regarding the BP Oil Spill. This website is updated daily at approximately 12 noon EST (11 CT) with a “No Change” message or a revised closed area map that would go into effect at 6 PM EST (5 PM CT) that day.
