Violet Sage Walker, Chairwoman of the Northern Chumash Tribal Council, was recognized for her leadership in cultural land conservation and ocean protection, culminating in the creation of the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary, the first Indigenous-led marine sanctuary in US history.
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NOAA seeks advisory council applicants for Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary
The sanctuary’s official designation celebrated the protection of 4,543 square miles, making it America’s 17th national marine sanctuary.