Ongoing
Access & Marine Protection
Monitoring proposed marine protected area expansions, kelp forest restoration zones, and access restrictions that may affect spearfishing sites along the California coast.
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California Spearfishing Advocacy
Protecting California spearfishing access, advocacy, and community.
Watermen's Alliance supports the future of spearfishing through education, member club collaboration, policy engagement, and public advocacy when it matters most.
Serving California watermen through advocacy, information, and community leadership.
Who We Are
Our Mission
Watermen's Alliance exists to protect and promote the future of spearfishing in California. Through advocacy, education, and collaboration, we work to support access, defend legal rights, and strengthen the voice of the spearfishing community.
Learn More About UsAdvocacy
Supporting access, representation, and issue-based action when the spearfishing community needs a voice in public and regulatory processes.
Education
Sharing resources, regulations, and public information to keep the spearfishing community informed, prepared, and engaged.
Community
Uniting member clubs and watermen across California into a coordinated network built on shared values and collective purpose.
Our Organization
About Watermen's Alliance
Watermen's Alliance is a California-based organization focused on protecting the interests of the spearfishing community. With deep roots in ocean access, public engagement, and issue advocacy, the organization serves as a voice for watermen when policy, regulation, or public process affects the future of the sport.
We represent a coalition of member clubs, individual watermen, and community partners committed to responsible ocean stewardship and the long-term viability of spearfishing in California waters.
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Member Clubs
Watermen's Alliance is strengthened by a network of member clubs and local communities that support responsible spearfishing, ocean stewardship, and collaborative advocacy throughout California.
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Current Topics
Stay informed on current issues affecting spearfishing access, regulations, and advocacy efforts across California.
Active
Regulation Updates
Tracking CDFW regulatory proposals, size and bag limit changes, gear restrictions, and season updates relevant to California spearfishing and free-diving activities.
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Public Comment & Advocacy
Active public comment periods, commission hearings, and advocacy opportunities where the spearfishing community can engage directly in the regulatory process.
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Resources
Explore statements, letters, regulatory information, and reference materials relevant to California spearfishing and water access.
Advocacy Statements
Official positions, public letters, and formal statements issued by Watermen's Alliance on behalf of the California spearfishing community.
View DocumentsRegulatory Resources
California fishing regulations, CDFW guidance, size and bag limits, and key reference materials for compliant spearfishing.
View ResourcesArchived Letters
A historical archive of correspondence, regulatory comments, and letters submitted on behalf of the California spearfishing community.
View ArchivePublic Information
Background materials, meeting notices, organizational records, and public-facing information related to Watermen's Alliance activities.
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Events
Follow upcoming meetings, community gatherings, and organizational events connected to Watermen's Alliance.
May
14
General Meeting
Watermen's Alliance General Membership Meeting
Jun
7
Public Hearing
CDFW Commission Hearing — Coastal Access Review
Jul
19
Community
Annual Member Club Gathering
Support the Future of California Spearfishing
Connect with Watermen's Alliance for advocacy matters, organizational inquiries, partnerships, and community involvement.