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North Pacific Humpback Whales (Megaptera Novaeangliae) in Northern Southeast Alaska: Population Trends, Monitoring, and Management

Creator:: Thurber, Rhianna L.
Abstract:: After the commercial exploitation of humpback whales (Megaptera Novaeangliae) ceased, population trends in the North Pacific increased with the implementation of federal protective legislation. The recovery of the population prompted the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to divide the population into 14 Distinct Population Segments (DPSs) based on discrete geographic...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Thurber for the degree of Master of Science in Marine Resource Management presented on June 13, 2022

Training Law Enforcement for Marine Resource Management: A Case Study Analysis of Retention and Perception Impacts From an e-Learning Platform

Creator:: Morrow, Peter T.
Abstract:: As societies we face many environmental issues that need to be addressed through sound management. Whether in the terrestrial or marine environment, effective management techniques from natural resource management (NRM) agencies must be used continually to address these issues. Law enforcement has been used as one approach and an extension...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: for the degree of Master of Science in Marine Resource Management presented on July 31, 2018

Establishing interest in and understanding of the marine environment : an educational and cooperative approach utilizing an open source CTD

Creator:: Black, Ian
Abstract:: A number of groups in the United States have expressed concern regarding the state of public ocean literacy and the capabilities of the future marine STEM workforce. This pilot study explores some of the requirements for workforce development and the expansion of ocean literacy by introduction of fundamental ocean properties...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Master of Science in Marine Resource Management presented on June 6, 2018. Title: Establishing Interest

Preferences and Strategies of Interest Groups and their Constituents in the Responsible Development of Wave Energy Technology in Oregon

Creator:: Covell, Zachary
Abstract:: During 2007 proposals for wave energy technology projects in Oregon's nearshore stirred up attention as interest groups experienced rapid changes both socially and economically. The purpose of this research was to analyze factors influencing interest groups and their membership so as to examine their preferences and strategies pertaining to emerging...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: degree of Master of Science in Marine Resource Management presented on December 19, 2014. Title

Youth Recruitment and an Aging Workforce : A Pilot Study of Intergenerational Family Business in Oregon’s Commercial Fishing Industry

Creator:: Caracciolo, Deanna E.
Abstract:: Commercial fishing is a culturally and economically significant industry on the Oregon coast. The importance of this industry to human communities is often neglected in fisheries research, with economic and ecological data being favored by managers and decision makers. Recent observations in many coastal communities have indicated aging of fishermen...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: for the degree of Master of Science in Marine Resource Management presented on June 12, 2017

Evaluating Community Engagement in Wave Energy Siting off the Oregon Coast

Creator:: Goodwin, Briana
Abstract:: The ocean off Oregon's coast is a busy place with many activities occurring that can sometimes be in competition or cooperation. Deciding how new uses fit with existing ocean uses is complex, but there are some tools available to help decision-makers. Generating energy from waves is an emerging ocean use...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Goodwin for the degree of Master of Science in Marine Resource

Oregon's Fishing Community Adapting to Change in Policy, Management, and Markets : Documenting Women's Roles and Adaptive Capacity in an Evolving Industry

Creator:: Calhoun, Sarah M.
Abstract:: Commercial fishing research often focuses on ecological (gear, stock assessment, traceability) or economic factors. Truly understanding the social-ecological system requires considering the entire "human dimension" and this includes the social, cultural, and legal/policy aspects as well. An understudied yet important factor is women's contribution to fishing at the family and...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Sarah M. Calhoun for the degree of Master of Science in Marine

Utilization of the Non-Native Seagrass, Zostera japonica, by Crab and Fish in Pacific Northwest Estuaries

Creator:: Sund, Daniel M.
Abstract:: The introduction of non-native species often results in fundamental changes in the structure and function of disturbed environments. In the Pacific Northwest (PNW), the introduced seagrass Zostera japonica is rapidly expanding in distribution, impacting stakeholders and public use of the intertidal. Z. japonica’s expansion has prompted a number of different...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Daniel M. Sund for the degree Master of Science in Marine Resource Management presented on May 22, 2015

Investigating the Benefits and Challenges of Community Fishing Associations

Creator:: Wilson, Erin R.
Abstract:: The Magnuson Stevens Act (MSA) 2007 added Limited Access Privilege Programs (LAPP) in order to provide assistance to fishing communities and community-based associations in order to receive quota allocation. Community fishing associations (CFAs) are a type of program that falls under the LAPP. The MSA emphasizes several eligibility criteria to...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE PROJECT OF Erin R. Wilson for the degree of Master of Science in Marine

Investigating the Benefits and Challenges of Community Fishing Associations

Creator:: Wilson, Erin R.
Abstract:: The Magnuson Stevens Act (MSA) 2007 added Limited Access Privilege Programs (LAPP) in order to provide assistance to fishing communities and community-based associations in order to receive quota allocation. Community fishing associations (CFAs) are a type of program that falls under the LAPP. The MSA emphasizes several eligibility criteria to...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE PROJECT OF Erin R. Wilson for the degree of Master of Science in Marine

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North Pacific Humpback Whales (Megaptera Novaeangliae) in Northern Southeast Alaska: Population Trends, Monitoring, and Management

Training Law Enforcement for Marine Resource Management: A Case Study Analysis of Retention and Perception Impacts From an e-Learning Platform

Establishing interest in and understanding of the marine environment : an educational and cooperative approach utilizing an open source CTD

Preferences and Strategies of Interest Groups and their Constituents in the Responsible Development of Wave Energy Technology in Oregon

Youth Recruitment and an Aging Workforce : A Pilot Study of Intergenerational Family Business in Oregon’s Commercial Fishing Industry

Evaluating Community Engagement in Wave Energy Siting off the Oregon Coast

Oregon's Fishing Community Adapting to Change in Policy, Management, and Markets : Documenting Women's Roles and Adaptive Capacity in an Evolving Industry

Utilization of the Non-Native Seagrass, Zostera japonica, by Crab and Fish in Pacific Northwest Estuaries

Investigating the Benefits and Challenges of Community Fishing Associations

Investigating the Benefits and Challenges of Community Fishing Associations

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