What It Means To Me Video Project
The SAFMC’s “What It Means to Me” series highlights the stories of South Atlantic fishermen in an effort to improve relationships between fishermen and the Council while promoting involvement in the management process.
Project Goals
- Help bridge the trust gap between the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council and fishermen.
- Encourage more fishermen to use best fishing practices such as descending devices.
- Encourage fishermen to get more involved in fisheries management by joining advisory panels, attending Council meetings, making public comments, becoming a SAFMC Release participant, and participating in the Best Fishing Practices Master Volunteer Program.
- Document the stories of those involved in South Atlantic fisheries in a positive light.
Episodes
Bonding in Blue Water with Captain Chip Berry
In this episode, we hear from Captain Chip Berry, a member of the SAFMC Dolphin Wahoo Advisory Panel, on his background in fishing, the personal bonds fostered through mutual experiences at sea, and why getting involved in the management process is so important.