Lobster
Links
These are links
to just some of the many informative websites dealing with lobster and the red
lobster industry. Sites are listed alphabetically under a major heading
of interest, but most contain information on other red lobster topics as well.
Links provided are intended to educate, enlighten & entertain. This does
not imply our endorsement of these sites, or any responsibility for their content.
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INDUSTRY
ASSOCIATIONS
Maine
Lobstermen's Association
Maine
Lobster Processors
Massachusetts
Lobstermen's Association
Rhode
Island Lobstermen's Association
BIOLOGY
The
American Lobster Project
Crewdog.net
Gulf of
Maine Aquarium
Lobster
Conservancy
Maine Department
of Marine Resources
Rhode
Island Lobstermen's Association
HISTORY
OF LOBSTERING
The
American Lobster Project
Maine Department
of Marine Resources
MANAGEMENT/STATISTICS/REGULATIONS
Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission
Department of Fisheries and Oceans
Canada (DFO)
This office has jurisdiction over the management of the Canadian
lobster fishery in all Canadian waters.
DFO Martimes Homepage
Maine
Department of Marine Resources
National Marine Fisheries Service
Federal Lobster Regulations
for 2001
Commercial Fishery Statistics
Magnuson-Stevens Act
Northeast Regional Office
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
(NOAA)
This is the parent agency of the National Marine Fisheries
Service, which has management jurisdiction over the U.S. federal waters lobster
fishery.
South Australian Rock Lobster Industry Advisory
Council (SARLAC)
This organization plays a major role in the management of
the South Australian Rock Lobster Fishery.
South
Australian Research and Development Institute
From this site you can obtain details on the South Australian
rock lobster fishery and also download a computer simulation model for the South
Australian Rock lobster fishery.
MISCELLANEOUS
Gulf
of Maine Aquarium
Lobster
Cam
The Lobster Institute's own live video of a lobster trap
in Rockland, Maine.
Lobster Facts
This page contains a few interesting facts about lobsters.
lobsterconservation.com
A reference and resource site.
maineseafood.org
Miscellaneous lobster facts, links to lobster-related businesses
and resources
marinewaypoints.com
A reference and resource site for information on boating,
diving, gear, fishing, etc.
RECIPES
A Lobster
in Every Pot
RESEARCH
fishresearch.org
Listings of research priorities, funding sources, and scientists/fisherman
engaged or willing to engage in research.
Lobster
Conservancy
Research being conducted by the Lobster Conservancy.
The
Lobster Science Centre
A research unit within the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC)
at the University of Prince Edward Island(UPEI)
Maine
Sea Grant
Penobscot
Bay Marine Resources Collaborative
Combining data from space with local knowledge to sustain
the lobster fishery in Penobscot Bay.
University
of Maine Research Home Page
Featuring University of Maine research activities, snapshots,
directory and Research Cafe.
SALES/PROMOTION
Maine
Lobster Promotion Council
UNIVERSITY
OF MAINE
University of Maine Homepage
Connecting to all University of Maine departments
and information.
OTHER LOBSTER
LINKS
Island Institute
LobsterTales.org
Maine Lobstermen's Association
Maine Lobster Promotion Council
Lobster Institute - University
of Maine
Maine Department of Marine Resources
Atlantic Veterinary College(AVC)
Lobster Science Center
Marine Sea Grant
National Fisheries Institute
National Marine Fisheries Service
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
LOBSTER
FESTIVAL
The Maine Lobster
Festival
What is
it?
- One of
the largest and original lobster festivals, at its 60th year, is scheduled
for another festive celebration in July 30th to August 3rd.
- Five-day
festival celebrating the Seafood month and Maritimes traditions.
- More
than 60,000 attendants for the past events.
- Events
are lined up with a great variety of constant live entertainment, music, dancing,
arts and crafts, an assortment of vendors, commercial tent, children's amusement
tents, lobster eating contests for children and adults, boat rides and race,
crate race and cooking contest. What's more, the astounding marine theme parades
with live music, marching bands, theme floats, drill teams and increasing
over 25,000 fans. The Coronation and pageant of the Maine Sea Goddess. As
well as the reputable and growing 10K race, with hundreds of contestants annually.
- Feasting
menu focuses on fresh steamed Maine lobster, and consists a variety of seafood
steamed and fried clams, shrimps, mussels and a more variety provided by many
vendors. Wine, beer, and other beverages are also available.
- Admission
fee is different base on the date and time, which the ticket is purchased
for; an option to purchase a ticket of the whole event is available. Reserved
seating tickets are purchased separately in advance. Exact price are not available
before festival officials have released the information.
- The proceeds
from the festival have been donated to numerous of charitable endeavors towards
the city.
Where is
it?
- Harbor
Park
- Rockland,
ME
- The Festival
will be held along the traditional commercial harbor.
Who is involved?
- Maine
Lobster Festival is organized by Rockland Festival Corp.
- Rockland
Festival Corp. is a non profit organization that is volunteer based
- In association
with Maine Lobster Promotion Council
Contact
Info:
Maine Lobster
Festival,
P.O. Box 552, Rockland, ME 04841
Phone: (207) 596-0376
- Festival
brochure: (800) LOB-CLAW
- General
Information: (207) 596-0376 rtacc@midcoast.com
- Media
Inquiries: (207) 354-8928 Fax: (207) 354-0128 cbk@midcoast.com
- Coronation:
(207) 596-7645
- Parade:
(207) 338-7750
- Sponsorship:
(207) 593-1589
- Merchandise:
(207) 594-8636
- Crafts
& Events: (207) 594-5968
- Purchasing:
(207) 354-8002
- Entertainment:
(207) 354-8928 Fax: (207) 354-0128 cbk@midcoast.com
- Vendor
Information: (207) 596-0376
- Fine
Art Tent: (207) 372-6514
- U.S.
Coast Guard: (207) 596-6667
Port of Los Angeles
Lobster Festival
What is
it?
- Three-day
festival celebrating the Seafood month and Maritimes traditions
- Around
37,000 attended, and over 24,000 lobster meals sold at last year's fest.
- Nonstop
Live entertainment, music, street performer, dancing, arts and crafts, exhibition,
calling of lobster contest, and interactive games and rides for children.
In addition, one of the more popular events also includes the Dog pet parade
and competition, whereas the pets are costumed with marine related theme.
The Dog pet parade celebrates Bob, the legendary dog, whose bark had lead
lobster fleet safely into the harbor despite the broken lighthouse on a stormy
night. Pet competition winner will be awarded with $500.
- Feasting
menu consists of fresh steamed Maine lobster, and variety of seafood including
steamed and fried clams, shrimps, mussels, vegetables, wine, beer, other beverages
and traditional Southern California style food along more variety provided
by many vendors. Discounted steamed lobsters are priced at $11 for 1.25 lb.
- Admission
fee is $6 and children under the age of 12 are free.
- Offering
year-round lobster order opportunity and merchandise.
Where is
it?
- Ports
O' Call Village
- San Pedro,
CA
- The Festival
will be held along the traditional commercial harbor
Who is involved?
- Port
of Los Angeles Lobster Festival
- In association
with The Maine Lobster Festival
- Endorsed
by Maine Lobster Promotion Council
- Sponsors:
Mayor of Los Angeles, Port of Los Angeles, Local radio stations, Contessa
Farm Raised Shrimp, Budweiser, Bud Light, Bacardi Silver, Daily Breeze, Sheraton
Los Angeles Harbor Hotel, and many more.
Contact
Info:
Port of Los
Angeles Lobster Festival
P.O. Box 2949
Palos Verdes, CA, 90274
Phone: (310) 336-6472 (Recorded announcement)
Email: Lobstermaster@lobsterfest.com
Redondo
Beach Lobster Festival
What is
it?
- 8th annual
lobster festival.
- Football
size fairground.
- Features
popular bands, carnival rides, brunch, and singles night. Feasting with vendors
from Cajun, Italian, and Asian to Latin style seafood.
Where is
it?
- Seaside
Lagoon
- Redondo
Beach CA
Contact
Info:
Redondo Beach
Lobster Festival
200 Portofino Way
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Phone: (310) 376 - 6911
Schooner's
Annual Lobster Festival and Tournament
What is
it?
- Counting
at 13th annual lobster festival and tournament.
- Described
as being the largest 3 day lobster festival in Florida.
- Live
entertainment, sand sculpting contest, all out lobster recipes on the menu,
lobster capturing competition, with awards and prices waiting for contest
and competition winners.
- Proceeds
from the festival will be donated to Panama City Marine Institute and Florida
Aquatic & Marine Institute.
- Registration
fee is $70.
- Separate
registration for tournament
Where is
it?
- 5121
Gulf Drive
- Panama
City Beach, FL
Who is involved?
- Schooners,
a club with a pub offering live entertainment and food located on the gulf
coast of Florida.
Contact
Info:
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