Coastal and Marine Spatial Planning

World Tourism Organization Tourism and Water Protecting our Common Future St. Eustatius 2013 Presented by John Hancock

The Ocean is getting crowded!

Marine Spatial Planning = Ocean Order “Spatial planning of the ocean for all uses to achieve ecological, economic, and social objectives o Reduce user conflict o Ecosystem protection o Greater certainty for industry Potential Benefits

Stakeholder Layers

Ocean Recreation Stakeholders and Tourism Beachcombers Surf Sports Paddle Sports Sailors Divers Swimmers Wind Sports Marine Wildlife Watchers Boaters Fishermen

US National Ocean Policy July 19, 2010 The vision of the National Ocean Policy is an America whose stewardship ensures that the ocean, our coasts, and the Great Lakes are healthy and resilient, safe and productive, and understood and treasured so as to promote the well- being, prosperity, and security of present and future generations.

Protecting Special Places Recreational areas Ecological areas

Efforts in Ocean Planning Public outreach Mapping recreational areas Advocacy in public process Collaboration with recreational users Outreach to other stakeholders

Case History Discussion Port Isabel Texas

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