Mr. Charles Hall discusses the fishing industry of Sapelo Island and how, "the water was his friend." He enlightens his listeners on the survival of an African American family when the water was a means of survival.

Mrs. Lucy Grant describes how her husband worked endless shifts aboard a vessel to provide for his family. She gives an account of her family as well and how she grew up in a fishing household.

Mr. Kenneth Dunham describes his early life in the rural coastal Georgia community of Harris Neck. Kenneth describes his father's role in the community as a boat builder, and how lessons in woodwork, carpentry, and boat building have been passed for generations. Kenneth talks about (and demonstrates) how nets and "trap lines" are made, as well as recounts how the different fishes, crabs, and terrapins were caught in this homemade gear.

Mr. Primus Butler describes his childhood experiences in Thunderbolt, Georgia and how not only has the fishing arena changed in commercial fishing but the way of life as a recreational fisherman has changed.

Mr. Leroy Beavers discusses his life as a recreational fisherman and how his family played a significant role in the comercial industry. His story begins in 1964 during the new found freedom and how the playing field was "equalized."

Interview with Cornelia Walker Bailey.