2024 Mobile Workshop
Working Waterfront: Saquatucket Harbor
Details
Date: Thursday, Sept. 19
Meet at Registration Desk: 2:20 PM
Departure Time: 2:30PM
Return Time: 4:00PM
Participants: Up to 20
Fee: Complimentary
Transportation: Shuttle bus provided by CCRTA
Other notes: Please wear close toed, comfortable walking shoes for the tour.
DESCRIPTION
Tour Saquatucket Harbor and learn about the original Blue Economy supported by Cape Cod’s working waterfronts. The commercial fishing industry is a mainstay of the region’s history, culture, and economy. Fishing and shellfish aquaculture provide year-round employment for many Cape Cod residents and is a $250 million-a-year industry. Hear about the challenges faced by commercial fishermen and the ways Cape Cod is taking steps to sustain these small businesses and provide necessary and resilient harbor infrastructure critical to the continued success of the commercial fishing industry.
Session Leads:
- Cory Murray, Community Development Planner, Cape Cod Commission
- David Nolan, Senior Transportation Planner, Cape Cod Commission
GUEST SPEAKERS:
- Doreen Leggett, Community Journalist and Communications Officer, Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance
- Aubrey Church, Policy Director, Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance
- Ray Rowell, Permit Bank Director, Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance