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Carl Wilson is a former lead lobster biologist at the Maine Department of Marine Resources who has headed the agency's marine science division for the past decade.
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Ben Martens, Executive Director of the Association said the ground fishery provides an opportunity for fishermen to diversify and build markets for new species other than lobster.
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The state is banning striped bass fishing on part of the Saco River starting Saturday due to the high mortality rate of stripers that are caught and released there.
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In 2013, Maine passed a law banning the sale of certain lead sinkers and unpainted jigs, after lead poisoning was shown to be a leading cause of death among loons. But conservation groups say that sales of small, painted lead jigs are still allowed, and a new bill would ban the practice.
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The sinking of the Emmy Rose killed four fishermen last November about 22 miles northeast of Provincetown.
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The Maine Inland Fisheries and Wildlife department is encouraging Mainers to try fishing - one of the outdoor activities under Gov. Janet Mills' order…
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From right whale protection and lobster regulations to aquaculture, seaweed, and elver fishig, we'll discuss the top marine resource issues facing…
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Every year, fishermen lose tons of gear along the coast of Maine. It can collect into jumbled masses, what’s known as “ghost gear,” that can be hazardous…
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The head of Maine’s Department of Marine Resources joins us to discuss the latest issues in Maine’s fishing industry - including efforts to protect right…
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This is a rebroadcast of an earlier show (July 11, 2018); no calls will be taken.We’ll learn about Registered Maine Guides – the history of this program,…