Melvin Shepard is a long-time resident of Sneads Ferry, North Carolina, with deep roots in the community. Born in Wilmington, North Carolina, Shepard's family has a rich history in Holly Ridge, where his grandfather served as the Atlantic Coastline Railroad Station Master and his grandmother was the Post Mistress. Shepard and his wife, Tilly, have been married since 1955 and have been involved in the commercial fishing industry for many years. Shepard is a unique individual who has managed to balance his interests in commercial fishing and environmental conservation.

Harvey Bradshaw is a retired colonel in the United States Marine Corps and a lifelong Sneads Ferry resident with deep ancestral roots in the area dating back twelve generations to 1691. Born in Sneads Ferry, Bradshaw grew up in a family deeply involved in farming and fishing. His grandfather and his family farmed and fished in the area, engaging in activities such as raising tobacco, corn, and peanuts and maintaining orchards with peaches, apples, pears, and grapevines.

Interview with William Everett, lifelong resident of Sneads Ferry

Interview with Lisa Whitman-Grice, Division Head of Onslow County Museum

Interview with John Norris, veteran shrimper

Interview with Hubert Smith, businessman and community activist

Interview with Jerry Schill, past president of the North Carolina Watermens Association

Interview with Rich Carpenter, biologist for the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries

Interview with Albert Potts, Director of Onslow County Museum

Interview with Mack, veteran shrimper, and his wife Ellen Liverman