Knowledge

Skillful fishermen know the ways of fish

Past and present come together in seafaring. People who go to sea today integrate traditional lore with modern technology and information. Fishermen learn much about where to fish and how to get there through experience and watching other fishermen, but sophisticated gear and navigational aids are also important.

You may view the objects in the Display Case or the photographs by clicking on them.

• Artifacts
  • Tried and True Fish Trap
  • Toggle iron harpoon
  • Speargun
  • Leadline
  • Electronic fish finder
  • Shrimp net
  • Navigation stick chart
  • Kayak
  • Outrigger
• Fishing Gear
• Finding Fish
• Passing on Knowledge
• Navigation
• Boats

Ocean Planet Exhibition Floorplan

gene carl feldman (gene@seawifs.gsfc.nasa.gov) (301) 286-9428

Judith Gradwohl, Smithsonian Institution (Curator/Ocean Planet)