Sustainable practices from "summary" of BEAUTIFUL SWIMMERS by WILLIAM W. WARNER
Sustainable practices are those that aim to maintain the health and viability of ecosystems over the long term. In the context of the Chesapeake Bay crab fishery, this means adopting fishing methods and regulations that ensure the continued abundance of blue crabs for future generations. This is a concept that is deeply ingrained in the culture of the watermen who make their living on the bay. They understand that their livelihoods depend on the health of the ecosystem, and they are willing to make sacrifices in the short term to ensure its long-term sustainability. One of the key sustainable practices employed by Chesapeake Bay watermen is the use of crab pots instead of more destructive fishing methods. Crab pots are a more selective fishing gear ...
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