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Fishermen and Fishing
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Title
Crazy Avery
Year
1986
As a direct descendant of Barney Beal, Avery Kelley is known for his ability to tell stories. Jill Harvey speaks to Kelley about being Beal Island's storyteller.
Type
Writing
Title
Days at Sea
Year
1995
Paul Harrison highlights the work of groundfisherman in Maine, documenting their histories, daily lives, and the groundfishing industry.
Type
published content
Title
Grounding the Boats
Year
1997
Paul Harrison highlights the work of groundfisherman in Maine, documenting their histories, daily lives, and the groundfishing industry.
Type
Writing
Title
Hugh's Pier
Year
1998
Eliza Wilmerding explores the fishing business within the Stonington community. Wilmerding speaks to fishermen to learn about fishing industry throughout the year.
Type
Writing
Title
If You're Not at the Table...You're on the Menu
Year
2002
Shana Berger explores the intricacies of the fishing industry in Maine, speaking to fishermen about their experiences and work.
Type
published content
Title
Jenny, Island Shepherdess
Year
1985
On three islands off the coast of Maine, Jenny Cirone raises sheep. Terri Selfa documents the work Cirone does as a shepherdess and her life.
Type
published content
Title
Meeting
Year
1983
Coming together for a public meeting to discuss the Pittston Company, members of the community are at odds regarding their situation. Pamela Wood documents the tension regarding Eastport's civil war over oil.
Type
Writing
Title
Sea Duck Hunting
Year
1993
Dawn Kolpin discusses the sport of sea duck hunting, speaking with experienced hunters and learning about hunting ethics, tricks, and safety.
Type
published content
Title
Smelting
Year
1974
For most of his 74 years in Kennebunk, Bert Graves has been a smelt fisher. Roxanne Maling and Wendy Vail explore how the smelting fishing technique works by talking to Graves and Harvey Bixby.
Type
published content
Title
Tuna Fishing
Year
1977
Picking up tuna fishing in his early 30s, Ken Hutchins knows tuna like he was one. Betsey Robinson documents his work as a tuna fisherman and the equipment he uses.
Type
published content
Title
Willie and Elizabeth
Year
1977
Willie and Elizabeth Ames both come from lobstering families, growing up as island people. Anne Pierter documents the lives of the Ames' with regard to lobstering and island life.