MCCF Monthly
October 2022
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GREAT News! Maine Lobstermen’s Association Motion to Expedite Appeal Granted |
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On October 18, a federal appeals court sided with the Maine Lobstermen’s Association (MLA) in granting the MLA’s request to expedite consideration of its appeal of the decision in Maine Lobstermen’s Association v. National Marine Fisheries Service. The Court rarely grants motions to expedite.
On October 11, the MLA announced that it has retained former U.S. Solicitor General Paul Clement and had filed for expedited consideration of MLA’s appeal to the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia in its lawsuit to reverse a scientifically-flawed federal whale plan that will cripple Maine’s lobster industry.
In granting the motion for expedited appeal, the court laid out a timeline that requires all briefs to be submitted by January 10, 2023.
“We are pleased that the appeals court understands the urgency of hearing our argument that National Marine Fisheries Service has abused its discretion and that its current whale plan will not only destroy our industry and our livelihoods, but also won’t recover the right whale,” said Patrice McCarron, executive director of the MLA.
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Join us for the October Lunch and Learn:
Sustaining Cultural Heritage
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This will be an interactive session with a question-and-answer opportunity, to discuss how MCCF's work sustains Maine's cultural heritage under changing conditions. For centuries, we have derived economic livelihood from our natural resources, survived challenges and built resilient communities by thinking ahead, and stewarded the ecosystem with deep sense of accountability to the next generation. In this session, we will look at what MCCF is doing, and discuss what we could be doing as we deal with and prepare for the even greater challenges ahead.
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Scallop Maps Available Soon |
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Scallop maps will be created soon by Pat Shepard, our Collaborative Research Specialist. Please contact our office if you would like us to mail you a particular area map.
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"A Watershed Moment" on the Road Again
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If you missed the showing of "A Watershed Moment" this summer, you now have the opportunity to catch the 40-minute documentary next month - not once, but twice. The short film tells the story of many groups coming together over multiple years to restore fish passage along the Bagaduce River Watershed. A question-and-answer session featuring partners involved in the restoration projects and collaborative management efforts will follow.
The short film, which won the "conservation award" at the 2022 Maine Outdoor Film Festival, can be viewed the first week of November where it will be shown at two different locations - Orono and Freeport - for FREE. These events are in collaboration with our friends at the Maine Coast Heritage Trust. Enjoy this two-minute preview.
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Wednesday, November 2
at 7:00pm
IMRC Center on
University of Maine Campus
5 Hilltop Road, Orono
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Thursday, November 3
at 6:30pm
Patagonia Outlet Store
100 Main St, Freeport
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Our Online Auction Raised $8,000 |
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Earlier this month 50+ unique items and Maine experiences were available to bid on, which brought in over $8,000. We'd like to thank supporters like you who participated in our online auction. Because of you and your generosity, we can continue our mission to secure a sustainable future for fisheries and fishing communities in Maine.
We'd also like to thank the following businesses and community members for sponsoring this event as and/or donating an item to be auctioned:
Sponsors: Barter Lumber Company, Buxton Boats, Day Boat Fresh, Dry Dock,
Leaf & Anna, and There's a Treat
Donors: Leaf & Anna, Travis Eaton, Dwight Carver, Ronda Dodge, Shari Ciomei, Jill Hoy, William Luken, Carolyn Hecker, J. McVeigh Jewelers, A.G.A Correa, Island Country Club, Tate Yoder, Arborvine Restaurant, Kathy Hall-Page, Mainescape Garden Shop, Caleb Hardie, Julie Eaton, There's a Treat, Island Approaches, Maine Camp Outfitters, Haystack, David Heanssler, 44 North, Reny's, Opera House Arts, Commercial Fisheries, Dave Thomas, Lawrence Fitness Center, Billings Diesel & Marine, Tom Duym, Coastline Physical Therapy, Jay Fleming, Jill Odice Photography, Stonington Ice Cream Shop, Christopher Joyce, Melissa Jones-Bayley, Nervous Nellies, Snappers Daycare, Suzy's Scissor Shack, Denise LaRochelle, Jenni Steele, ISLE Theater Company, Lynn Duryea, Jane Snider, Paul Doiron and Ann Rittenberg Literary Agency.
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Be inspired. Fish forever.
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Every day, Maine fishermen are working in unpredictable elements to bring fresh seafood to the tables of many. Maine Center for Coastal Fisheries continues efforts to secure a sustainable future for fisheries and fishing communities in Eastern Maine and beyond. We are taking collective actions that include the knowledge of fishermen, the findings of scientists and partnerships with regulatory authorities, at all levels, to make sure we can
keep fishing alive for today and for tomorrow’s fishery stewards.
Your generosity helps us with our efforts to secure a sustainable future for fisheries and fishing communities in Eastern Maine. Tax-friendly options include gifts of stock, IRA QCDs and DAFs.
Please consider making a tax-deductible donation today. Together we can fish forever.
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