Gulf of Maine, Explained: Trawling

Gulf of Maine, Explained | Jun 13, 2017

Trawling is one of the most common fishing methods here in the Gulf of Maine. But how many people have seen these fishing vessels in action? In this video, Steve Eayrs will show you what trawling looks like in our local waters. He’ll also explain some common misconceptions about trawling and discuss a bit of the research he’s engaged in.

Gulf of Maine, Explained

In our video series, The Gulf of Maine, Explained, you’ll learn more about important-but-unfamiliar concepts related to our work. We’ll cover commercial fishing, fisheries research, sustainable seafood, education, and more. While we probably won’t answer all your questions in one short video, we hope to spark your curiosity about complicated issues that are central to our mission.

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