Northeast Fisheries Science Center and Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office staff, as well as representatives from NOAA Fisheries leadership, head to the Maine Fishermen’s Forum February 29–March 2, 2024, to connect with Maine’s commercial fishing industry.
The Maine Fishermen’s Forum is an annual gathering of commercial fishermen, gear suppliers, scientists, government representatives, and other stakeholders in the Northeast region. Our science center and regional office staff participate in the forum to connect with industry and share information about Maine’s marine resources. They talk about how fishing regulations, climate change, offshore wind energy, and other factors impact the day-to-day and long-term operations of the industry. We attend the forum and participate in its seminars and panel discussions to build and strengthen our relationships with Maine’s commercial fishing industry and its stakeholders.
Commercial scallopers transitioning to Pre-Trip Notification System (PTNS) can learn how to use this system during live demos at our fisheries observer booth in the Bay Point Ballroom. Booth hours are:
• Thursday, February 29: 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Friday, March 1: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Saturday, March 2: 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The schedule tabs below list the seminars that our staff are participating in. For a full list of seminar and other forum activities, please visit the forum's website. Please note the schedule is subject to change. Check the Maine Fishermen's Forum site for the latest information and the full schedule of seminars and events.
Room TBD at 1:00 p.m.
Rockland Room, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Rockport Room, 2:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Rockland Room at 2:45 p.m.