Gulf Oil Spill
The Mississippi River Delta, the largest wetlands complex in the lower 48 states, was already in trouble prior to the Gulf oil spill.
1,900 square miles of Louisiana’s vital marshlands had already disappeared since the 1930’s. The spill is an additional threat to this treasured waterfowl & fisheries habitat. The partners of Vanishing Paradise will continue to advocate for restoration, help with the clean up, and keep you informed.
Featured News
Larry Schweiger, president of the National Wildlife Federation, is quoted in this Washington Post story on the oil spill commission’s recent report. The commission recommends that 80 percent of the Clean Water Act fines and penalties linked to the Gulf of Mexico oil spill go to environmental restoration.
Officials at the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries voiced concerns about plans to hand over the responsibility for mitigating damage to wildlife across the oiled parts of Louisiana’s coast over to LDWF and argued instead for a comprehensive, long-term plan with involvement from both BP and the federal government.
Outdoor Life Correspondent Joel Lucks reports on the status of the gulf after the plug has been placed. Photo Gallery on OutdoorLife.com
View Oil Spill related articles in our archives.
Tele Townhall Sportsmen’s Report
What is at stake for Sportsmen in the Gulf Coast due to the oil spill? Listen to the recording of the Tele Townhall held in May 2010. Hear from Bob Marshall and NWF’s Larry Schweiger about the fishing and hunting grounds at risk in Louisiana from the gulf oil spill.
How to Get Involved
- Add your group or business to the Vanishing Paradise Group letter to restore the wetlands in the Mississippi River Delta.
- Become a member of Gulf Coast surveillance team with National Wildlife Federation.
- Contact Congress in support of Coastal Louisiana.
- Subscribe to Vanishing Paradise for updates on how to make a difference.
- Find more ways to take action
More Coverage on Partner Pages
Ducks Unlimited
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