The Takeaway: A race of traditional long canoes creates a platform for islanders to learn about coastal challenges. The effort was established by American Samoa’s coastal zone management program.
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The Takeaway: Coral Reef program co-leads volunteer efforts to plant native vegetation that helps absorb runoff and fortify vulnerable shorelines.
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The Takeaway: Digital Coast data were used to document shoreline changes over time and peer into the future.
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The Takeaway: Digital Coast data were used to create high-resolution waterway maps.
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The Takeaway: Community pride and the centuries-old practices of Native Pacific Islanders inform several NOAA-supported projects to protect this region’s natural treasures.
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The Takeaway: American Samoa’s coastal program partnered with the visitors bureau to promote local culture, coastal stewardship, and economic development.
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