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Fishermen at the Helm of Clean Energy Future for Vessels
By Sarah Schumann. Commercial fishermen harbor a range of feelings about an eventual phaseout of petroleum-based marine fuels: excitement, skepticism, anxiety, bewilderment, and curiosity, to name a few. But there are two areas where we broadly agree. First, fishermen must take the lead in designing a low-carbon future for our… SEE MORE
Mørenot’s Injector Flow Gear can Replace Rock Hoppers
By Paul Molyneaux. Among the many exhibitors at the November 2024 Pacific Marine Expo in Seattle, the Norwegian company Mørenot showcased its electric longline system and trawl doors and introduced its new Injector Flow Gear, a trawl sweep intended to replace rock hopper sweeps for fishing on hard bottom. “The rock hopper… SEE MORE
A One-Stop Boatyard in Washington
By Michael Crowley. What’s the best test of a successful boatyard? Customers coming back time and again for another boat seems the most obvious answer. On that basis, Lee Shore Boats in Port Angeles, Wash., and Salish Seafoods, in Sheldon, Wash., have had a very productive relationship. Salish Seafoods is owned by Washington… SEE MORE
Buyboat is a Labor of Love
By Larry Chowning. Several years ago, while attending the Sultana Downrigging Festival in Chestertown, Md., Jim Drake and his wife Brooke were introduced to Chesapeake Bay buyboats. Brooke fell in love with the boats and Jim set out to build her one. Since 2015 National Fisherman has followed Jim Drake’s efforts in… SEE MORE
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Southern Coast & Casco Bay, ME
Casco Bay and Maine's Southern Coast are the most populated areas of Maine, but that doesn't result in any lack of charm or local flavor. Portland, the jewel of Maine, and home to the best food anywhere is a vibrant growing city. The Southern Maine Coast has been blessed with miles picturesque beaches, and islands of pastoral country surrounded by seas of forest. Both history and geography create the chemistry to give you a vacation you won't forget. Enjoy a lobster boat cruise, charter fishing excursion or kayaking excursion along the coast, canoeing on the Mousam River, a trolley ride to the beach, or the thrill of an oceanside amusement park. Open year 'round, the Southern Maine Coast has it all. SEE MORE
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Fishermen at the Helm of Clean Energy Future for Vessels
By Sarah Schumann. Commercial fishermen harbor a range of feelings about an eventual phaseout of… More
Mørenot’s Injector Flow Gear can Replace Rock Hoppers
By Paul Molyneaux. Among the many exhibitors at the November 2024 Pacific Marine Expo in… More
A One-Stop Boatyard in Washington
By Michael Crowley. What’s the best test of a successful boatyard? Customers coming back time… More
Buyboat is a Labor of Love
By Larry Chowning. Several years ago, while attending the Sultana Downrigging Festival in Chestertown, Md.,… More
Bristol Bay Sockeye gets a Boost with New PicoICE Tech
By Paul Molyneaux. Since it began in 1884, the Bristol Bay sockeye fishery has transformed… More
First Nations and Scientists use AI to Restore Salmon Runs
By Paul Molyneaux. Out in the rainforests of northwestern British Columbia, salmon runs are essential… More
AI-Powered Marine Camera for Navigation and Safety
By Carli Stewart. Look out, an artificial intelligence (AI) pioneer in marine safety, revolutionizes marine… More
Eyes Wide Open: Boosting Fishing Safety
By Paul Molyneaux. For all those who have fished near busy shipping lanes, searched for… More
Commodores Boats Transforms Alaskan Crabber into a Powerhouse
By Paul Molyneaux. Commodores Boats in Richmond, British Columbia, has been repairing boats for over 30… More
