Bernard Wallace, from Friendship, Maine, was born on December 3, 1929. Bernard, along with his father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, worked as lobstermen. Both of his sons have also followed in the same profession. Having retired now, Bernard dedicated 60 years of his life to being a lobsterman. Marie, Bernard's wife, was born on November 9, 1932, and moved from Gardiner, Maine, to Friendship. Marie has two sisters and previously worked at Hood's, although she primarily considered herself a housewife. During different periods of lobstering, Marie played a supportive role as Bernard's sternman.

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Bernard and Marie Wallace discuss the longstanding lobstering tradition within their family, including the daily routine of a lobsterman, as well as detailed accounts of their boat, gear, and a particularly challenging incident when the boat ran aground. On a good day, Bernard would haul around 400 pounds of lobsters, while on a bad day in winter, it could be as low as 50-60 pounds. They sold their catch to a dealer who determined the price. Bernard mentions the changes in lobstering over the years, such as the increase in prices and the transition from wooden to wire traps. He enjoys being his own boss but disliked fishing in foggy conditions. They also share some experiences at sea, including accidents where Bernard went overboard and the damage caused to their boat by rough waves. Bernard stopped lobstering in the winter due to the cold affecting his hands, but he would spend that time building and repairing traps. The interview ends with Marie discussing how they enjoyed eating lobsters, usually boiled and dipped in butter. They ate lobster mainly during the fishing season, which amounted to about twice a week. Overall, the interview provided insights into the Wallaces' long-standing involvement in lobstering, their experiences, and the changes they witnessed in the industry over the years.