Galon "Skip" Barlow is a retired shellfisherman and seafood restaurant owner from Buzzards Bay Village, Bourne, Massachusetts. Born into a family with a long history dating back to the 1600s in Cape Cod, Skip's lineage includes sea captains and notorious figures. His father, a navy veteran and canal pilot, instilled in him a love for the coastal habitat and shellfishing from a young age. Skip began his career in shellfishing in his early teens, learning the trade from his father. However, after realizing the difficulty of the profession, he returned to school. Despite this, the work ethic and lessons he learned during this time greatly influenced his life. After his stint in shellfishing, Skip ventured into the restaurant business, owning a seafood restaurant.

Scope and Content Note
This interview with Galon "Skip" Barlow provides a rich and detailed account of his life, family history, and experiences as a shellfisherman and restaurant owner. The interview covers a wide range of topics, including his family's notorious history in Cape Cod, his early experiences in shellfishing with his father, and his eventual transition into the restaurant business. Skip also discusses the politics, biologics, and techniques of coastal inshore fishing, providing valuable insights into the industry. The interview also touches on the social and cultural characteristics of his family and community, the gear and fishing technology used in shellfishing, and the business and economic effects of regulation on the fishing industry].