VINTAGE ART – Eastport – Largest Sardine Factory in the world
a vintage image turned into a piece of historic art. Click here to see available versions. Continue reading VINTAGE ART – Eastport – Largest Sardine Factory in the world
Category: FISHERIES
HISTORY – Vintage painting of fishermen and a sturgeon they landed from the Kennebec River near Augusta, Maine
Now extinct or threatened by overfishing in most Maine rivers, the Kennebec still maintains a population of sturgeon today. This beauty was landed many, many years ago. Learn more about the Kennebec river below. CLICK HERE TO SEE MORE VERSIONS Continue reading HISTORY – Vintage painting of fishermen and a sturgeon they landed from the Kennebec River near Augusta, Maine
WHALES: Drivers Do It! Pilots Do It? Will it save $$$ and Whales if Ship Captains Do It? Are they doing it 10 years later??
Drivers have long known that slowing down on the highway means getting more miles to the gallon. Now airlines are trying it, too — adding a few minutes to flights to save millions on fuel. Southwest Airlines projects it can … Continue reading WHALES: Drivers Do It! Pilots Do It? Will it save $$$ and Whales if Ship Captains Do It? Are they doing it 10 years later??
GLYPHOSATE – 4 important articles on the impact of Glyphosate on our land, freshwater & oceans
POLLUTION – So how dirty is the bottom of the Bay of Fundy? Read all about it!!
Marine debris, particularly plastic and abandoned, lost and discarded fishing gear, is ubiquitous in marine environments. This study provides the first quantitative and qualitative assessment of benthic debris using seafloor video collected from a drop camera system in the Bay … Continue reading POLLUTION – So how dirty is the bottom of the Bay of Fundy? Read all about it!!
RADIOACTIVITY: Jeez … is your dulse radioactive?
Well it seems that radioactive iodine has found it’s way into seaweeds on both coasts. Unfortunately there is little current information that I can find since it seems no testing is done along our Atlantic coast. But we do it … Continue reading RADIOACTIVITY: Jeez … is your dulse radioactive?
MARINE LIFE: This tiny shrimp-like Mysid is vital to overwintering groundfish
ISSUES: By allowing forest spraying, does Canada breach its legal obligations under the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)?
Apparently we have been breaking the laws we agreed to for many, many years!! Your Donation will help us continue developing this site. Thanks Continue reading ISSUES: By allowing forest spraying, does Canada breach its legal obligations under the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)?
LOOKING BACK & FORWARD -DFO shuts down shellfish harvesting areas across Maritimes
MEANWHILE IN 2022 – Many of these areas are currently closed and closures are to protect us all from eating contaminated shellfish which can lead to serious illness or even death. Presumably our heavy rains have contributed to this problem. … Continue reading LOOKING BACK & FORWARD -DFO shuts down shellfish harvesting areas across Maritimes
FISHERIES: The Beginning of the Sea Urchin Roe Industry in the Bay of Fundy, 1976
MacKay, A.A. et al The Sea Urchin Roe Industry in the Bay of Fundy, 1976 This research was initiated by the Research and Development Branch of the New Brunswick Department of Fisheries in an effort to obtain additional data on … Continue reading FISHERIES: The Beginning of the Sea Urchin Roe Industry in the Bay of Fundy, 1976
CARTOON – Holy Mackerel!!
A fun fishy cartoon of a Fundy Mackerel created from a vintage sketch 1987. And “yes” you can get a copy for your wall or to go to bed with one if you like!! Just click here to check it … Continue reading CARTOON – Holy Mackerel!!
LOOKING BACK: THE REAL STORY behind the bankruptcy of Connors Brothers Ltd & Bumble Bee Foods LLC
I remember when Connors was acquired by George Weston Ltd. in 1967. At the time, it was mainly just another takeover by the big boys, with the usual siphoning off of our resource dollars to folks far, far away. But … Continue reading LOOKING BACK: THE REAL STORY behind the bankruptcy of Connors Brothers Ltd & Bumble Bee Foods LLC
ISSUES: Marine Protected Areas – Canada’s failure in the face of big business?
Everyone knows the Bay of Fundy … right? It is home to thousands of unusual and spectacular marine invertebrates as well as more beautiful birds than you can count and a dozen species of whales and seals including the endangered North … Continue reading ISSUES: Marine Protected Areas – Canada’s failure in the face of big business?
HISTORY IN COLOR – See lobstering in the Quoddy Area c.1890 – The original and new colorized version
See a colorized and edited vintage B&W image of lobstering in the Quoddy Area c.1890 – Tides Institute photo. Does anyone know where this might be? If you would like a copy for your wall or publications get in touch … Continue reading HISTORY IN COLOR – See lobstering in the Quoddy Area c.1890 – The original and new colorized version
COLORIZED – The Fishing Vessel Village Belle – NFLD 1919
See a colorized and edited vintage B&W drawing of the fishing vessel Village Belle – NFLD 1919 . If you would like a copy for your wall or publications let us know and we will let you know what is … Continue reading COLORIZED – The Fishing Vessel Village Belle – NFLD 1919
LOOKING BACK: 21 years have passed and the Bay of Fundy isn’t getting better…
I’m in the process of scanning old documents and press clipping. This particular one appeared in the Telegraph Journal back in 2000, the same year I received the Visionary Award from the Gulf of Maine Council. I’ve read it through … Continue reading LOOKING BACK: 21 years have passed and the Bay of Fundy isn’t getting better…
LOOKING BACK: Cod recovery ‘quite spectacular’ in Newfoundland and Labrador – but more time needed for recovery.
If this is true then in gives hope to fisheries recoveries up and down the Atlantica coast. But, clearly it will require adjustments and sensible management in the face of impacts to the fishermen themselves. Are we ready? History says … Continue reading LOOKING BACK: Cod recovery ‘quite spectacular’ in Newfoundland and Labrador – but more time needed for recovery.
FISHERIES – George’s Bank Moratorium Extended for 10 years 2022
As indicated in the article below, the Georges Bank area was up for grabs for some time. It was issued protection by the Nova Scotia Government … that protection has just been extended much to the delight of the fishing … Continue reading FISHERIES – George’s Bank Moratorium Extended for 10 years 2022
ART – SAILING PAST PETER ISLAND LIGHT HOUSE, NS BY ART MACKAY
Available at: https://payhip.com/b/bJ8zPThis image was created from a photo taken by the artist. It depicts a herring boat sailing past the lighthouse on Peter Island in Gtand Passage. Grand Passage runs between the northern end of Brier Island and the … Continue reading ART – SAILING PAST PETER ISLAND LIGHT HOUSE, NS BY ART MACKAY
WHALES: The Plight of the Right Whale – Smithsonian Magazine
With dwindling numbers due to snags in lobster traps and collisions with ships, the right whale is looking for a way to make a comeback BY TOM CHENEY; PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICK HAWKINS SMITHSONIANMAG.COM | Oct. 29, 2018, 1:44 p.m. From 800 … Continue reading WHALES: The Plight of the Right Whale – Smithsonian Magazine
ISSUE: FOREIGN FISH INTRODUCTIONS: Let he who is without sin ….
Early involvement in the aquaculture industry, the Atlantic Salmon Federation and several environmental non- profits, led to the accumulation of historical information on the introduction of non-native strains of Atlantic salmon as well as other species of fish, into virtually … Continue reading ISSUE: FOREIGN FISH INTRODUCTIONS: Let he who is without sin ….
WHALES: Did ropeless fish traps really help save endangered whales?
Crab fishermen to test ropeless fishing to help save endangered whales A publication from 2018. Does anyone know how this worked out? Is it being used at all today? Art MacKay *************************** Idea once considered crazy could eliminate the entanglements … Continue reading WHALES: Did ropeless fish traps really help save endangered whales?
FISHERIES: The importance of Mysid shrimp to the ground fishery in Passamaquoddy Bay
An interesting articles on the importance of Mysid shrimp to the groundfish in the Bay of Fundy, principally at Passamaquoddy Bay. Mysids Make Winter Meal for Groundfish (Published in The Quoddy Tides, December 28, 2001) If you spend much time … Continue reading FISHERIES: The importance of Mysid shrimp to the ground fishery in Passamaquoddy Bay
ISSUES: Aquaculture Could Be Conservation’s Secret Weapon – Before you lose it … read it!
By JUSTINE E. HAUSHEER JANUARY 21, 2019 Rappahannock Oyster Co in Topping, Virginia. Photo © Jason Houston Nets of diseased, lice-ridden salmon. Escapee fish polluting the gene pools of wild populations. Miles of mangroves bulldozed to build shrimp farms. Aquaculture … Continue reading ISSUES: Aquaculture Could Be Conservation’s Secret Weapon – Before you lose it … read it!
EDUCATION: The Atlantic Salmon’s Journey. An interactive fun page for kids.
The Atlantic Salmon’s Journey. An interactive fun page for kids. The Atlantic Salmon’s journey is an interactive 8.5″ x 11″ fun page for kids. It features cartoons showing all stages of the salmon’s journey and provides interactive activities and quizzes … Continue reading EDUCATION: The Atlantic Salmon’s Journey. An interactive fun page for kids.
FISHERIES – FISH-NL calls for independent investigation of ‘epic’ mismanagement of northern cod stock by DFO – Has anything changed?
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 23rd, 2018 The Federation of Independent Sea Harvesters of Newfoundland and Labrador (FISH-NL) says a dramatic decline in northern cod below 1992’s moratorium level reflects “epic” mismanagement that isn’t characteristic of the federal Department of Fisheries … Continue reading FISHERIES – FISH-NL calls for independent investigation of ‘epic’ mismanagement of northern cod stock by DFO – Has anything changed?
LOOKING BACK: The truth about Boat Harbour mill pollution and the Northumberland Strait
POLLUTION: This is an extremely powerful video about Nova Scotia’s Northern Pulp’s Boat Harbour and Mill. The killing of aquatic life began immediately on startup in 1960. Reminds me of the death of the St. Croix River and Estuary starting … Continue reading LOOKING BACK: The truth about Boat Harbour mill pollution and the Northumberland Strait
FISHERIES: Just how much have things changed in 90 years you ask!
Art MacKay: 06 Nov 2017 Some of us remember the Passamaquoddy Bay Region on the Maine – New Brunswick border, as a bustling centre of activity fed by the abundant fisheries of the area. Major changes have happened since … Continue reading FISHERIES: Just how much have things changed in 90 years you ask!
RIGHT WHALES: The Gulf of Maine Oil Business a Century Ago – Not For the Weak at Heart!!
This whole article gives a brilliant portrait of life one hundred years ago, but the whale tale was particularly revealing as it spoke to the continued pressure right whales have suffered along our Gulf of Maine coast for hundred of years. Continue reading RIGHT WHALES: The Gulf of Maine Oil Business a Century Ago – Not For the Weak at Heart!!
OCEAN POLLUTION: What it really looks like!
Not everyone knows what the bottom looks like … when it’s health or when it’s sick. Take a look at this video for a quick look at what persistent industrial and domestic pollution did to the international St. Croix River … Continue reading OCEAN POLLUTION: What it really looks like!
EXPLORE: A Grand Manan Treasure Map.
From: Canadian Treasure ‹ Geological Society of London blog Here is a treasure map found in the bottom drawer amongst the miscellany of uncatalogued maps that live there. It’s a bit of a peculiarity. Dedicated to a mother, it’s an … Continue reading EXPLORE: A Grand Manan Treasure Map.
ISSUES – N.B. PASSAMAQUODDY TRIBE – access to fishery has international implications
Fishing rights are one of the big prizes for the tiny Passamaquoddy First Nation in southern New Brunswick as it negotiates status recognition with the government of Canada. (Steve Bruce/CBC) Reporter Paul Withers Another Indigenous fishery is in the works … Continue reading ISSUES – N.B. PASSAMAQUODDY TRIBE – access to fishery has international implications
LOOKING BACK – Hunting for Answers to Explain the Mass Mortality of Herring in the Bay of Fundy.
Dead Herring, Krill, Copepods and Demoic Acid As most folks are now aware, thousands of dead Atlantic herring have been washing up along the shores of the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia and citizens and researchers are considering a multitude … Continue reading LOOKING BACK – Hunting for Answers to Explain the Mass Mortality of Herring in the Bay of Fundy.
FOOD – Chances are you don’t know how to cook a lobster!
M. G. FISHERIES LTD. Grand Manan, NB, Canada How to Cook a Lobster Use salt water if possible, if not add lots of salt to your water. You want to steam the lobster not boil it. Boiling will cause the … Continue reading FOOD – Chances are you don’t know how to cook a lobster!
MYSTERIES: What’s A Woggin? A Bird, a Word, and a Linguistic Mystery
Great Auks, drawn by John James Audubon in Birds of America. UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH/PUBLIC DOMAIN On December 20, 1792, … Continue reading MYSTERIES: What’s A Woggin? A Bird, a Word, and a Linguistic Mystery
LOOKING BACK: St. Andrews, NB – Once the Center of a Coastal Community.
Many, many years ago I gave a presentation to the board of directors at Sunbury shores Art and Nature Center … a talk that explored the St. Andrews of the past, the St. Andrews at the time and the challenges … Continue reading LOOKING BACK: St. Andrews, NB – Once the Center of a Coastal Community.
ISSUES: Who Owns Rockweed Anyway.
Maine’s battle over who owns the rights to harvest on their intertidal area. Click to access rockweed-trial.pdf Continue reading ISSUES: Who Owns Rockweed Anyway.
OCEANS: So where have all our fish gone anyway? Think small!
“If there is nothing for fish to eat, there are no fish for you to eat!” If you spend much time exploring the intertidal waters of Cobscook Bay, you are likely to have seen a variety of creatures that look … Continue reading OCEANS: So where have all our fish gone anyway? Think small!
ISLAND HUMO/UR: Storm Warning!! Storm Warning!! Storm Warning!! |
Have I told you about Willis Doughty and his son Everett Doughty from Deer Island … the one in Passamaquoddy Bay? These were the guys who bought the family herring carrier, “Lois and Isabel” later in her life, Well, as my … Continue reading ISLAND HUMO/UR: Storm Warning!! Storm Warning!! Storm Warning!! |
BUSINESS: Company builds clamming industry in Maine’s poorest county – Wait until you see what it is really worth!
Tim and Amy Sheehan, co-owners of Gulf of Maine Inc. in Pembroke, are bringing innovation to the tradition-bound clamming industry in Washington County. Their efforts appear to be paying off: They anticipate gross sales of $2 million by year’s … Continue reading BUSINESS: Company builds clamming industry in Maine’s poorest county – Wait until you see what it is really worth!
LO0KING BACK: 2008 – The battle to protect right whales continues
The battle continues as scientists and legislators continue to try to bring rules to bear that will protect the endangered Atlantic right whale. So far, industry has been fighting these efforts. The lobster fishing industry will need to absorb the … Continue reading LO0KING BACK: 2008 – The battle to protect right whales continues
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