Bill Adler, the Executive Director of the Massachusetts Lobstermen's Association, began lobstering in 1963 and has remained involved in the industry since. He started by gathering sea moss off the coast of Marshfield and transitioned to lobstering. Adler holds a master's degree in English and taught school while continuing to lobster. He has been involved in the politics of the lobstering industry and holds positions in various commissions and organizations, including the Lobster Institute. Adler has experienced significant storms that have affected the lobstering industry and has been involved in community efforts to recover from these events. He continues to go lobstering on his own boat, which he had built in 1980, to stay connected to the industry and monitor its pulse.

Scope and Content Note
The interview with Bill Adler provides a comprehensive account of his involvement in the lobstering industry, spanning from his early experiences gathering sea moss to his current role as the Executive Director of the Massachusetts Lobstermen's Association. Adler discusses the progression of his career in lobstering, from setting his first traps in 1963 to becoming a full-time lobsterman in 1974. He shares insights into the impact of significant storms on the industry and the collaborative efforts within the lobstering community to recover from such events. Additionally, Adler reflects on his educational background, teaching career, and involvement in various commissions and organizations related to lobstering. The interview offers a firsthand account of the challenges and experiences faced by a seasoned lobsterman, providing valuable insights into the historical and contemporary aspects of the lobstering industry.