Islamorada, FL
Interviewee | Collection Sort descending | Description | Interviewer | Date of Interview | Location of Interview | Affiliation |
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Jimmy Albright | Changes in the Florida Keys Marine Ecosystem Based Upon Interviews with Experienced Residents |
Narrator Jimmy Albright of Islamorada, FL was a retired fishing guide at the time of the interview. He is the originator of the Albright Knot, a strong line-to-line connection used for attaching lines of different diameters. His career spans several decades, during which he has developed a deep understanding of the local marine environment and its inhabitants. Albright's work has placed him at the forefront of observing the ecological changes within this unique ecosystem. |
Karen DeMaria | Islamorada, FL | The Nature Conservancy, The Center for Marine Conservation | |
Bernard Russell | Changes in the Florida Keys Marine Ecosystem Based Upon Interviews with Experienced Residents |
Bernard Russell, a native of Whale Harbor and part-time fishing guide, has a deep-rooted connection with the ocean and the local fishing industry. He was born and raised in Key West, and currently resides in Islamorada. Born into a family with a long-standing history in the area, Russell spent most of his life caring for boats and engaging in fishing activities. His grandfather, a notable figure in the community, was instrumental in shaping the local fishing industry, which included the establishment of two fish houses built on the side of the railroad. |
Karen DeMaria | Islamorada, FL | The Nature Conservancy, The Center for Marine Conservation |