Melvin Shepard is a long-time resident of Sneads Ferry, North Carolina, with deep roots in the community. Born in Wilmington, North Carolina, Shepard's family has a rich history in Holly Ridge, where his grandfather served as the Atlantic Coastline Railroad Station Master and his grandmother was the Post Mistress. Shepard and his wife, Tilly, have been married since 1955 and have been involved in the commercial fishing industry for many years. Shepard is a unique individual who has managed to balance his interests in commercial fishing and environmental conservation.

Interview with Jodie Davis, fish house operator and shrimper

Interview with Patricia Huie, Collections Manager, Onslow County Museum

Interview with Michael “Chops” Cowdrey, a lifelong fisherman

Interview with Michael Voiland, former Executive Director, North Carolina Sea Grant

Interview with Harvey Bradshaw, retired colonel, United States Marine Corps and lifelong Sneads Ferry resident

Interview with William Everett, lifelong resident of Sneads Ferry

Interview with Lisa Whitman-Grice, Division Head of Onslow County Museum

Interview with John Norris, veteran shrimper

Interview with Hubert Smith, businessman and community activist