Protecting the sanctuary's resources is a collaborative process involving local, State and Federal agencies, numerous non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and other national marine sanctuaries, including Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary. In addition, the Sanctuary Superintendent meets regularly with the Sanctuary Advisory Council to receive advice and recommendations regarding the protection and management of the sanctuary. To protect the sanctuary's resources, the Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuary staff, with the help of our partners, focuses on education, including on ocean etiquette; permitting; regulations; appropriate enforcement; and consultation with other federal agencies.
Greater Farallones and Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuaries are initiating a management plan review to generate one management plan to guide strategic priorities for both sanctuaries. Greater Farallones and Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuaries are managed as one unit.