Patrick Shepard Email & Phone Number

Deer Isle, Maine, United States

Stonington, ME

The Northeast Coastal Communities Sector is a 501(c)5 non-profit organization consisting of commercial fishermen in the northeast multispecies (groundfish) fishery. Our groundfish permit holders share their annual catch quotas with their enrollment in the Sector in order to preserve the opportunity for small-scale community based fishermen in New England.

• Penobscot East Resource Center is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization working to sustain a future for fishing and fishing communities in eastern Maine and beyond. As Fisheries and Seafood Associate, I manage many.
• The Eastern Gulf of Maine Sentinel Survey Fishery is a cooperative research program that monitors groundfish recovery in eastern Maine by sampling over 90 locations in 1000 square miles of the coastal shelf using hook.
• Our Public Education Program is directed at informing our visitors about issues in local fisheries and gathering broad support for our mission through our Fisheries Education Center – a small public space with.
• Maine Fare is a unique food festival that happens annually in Belfast, ME. It brings together farmers, fishermen, foodies, nonprofits, food businesses, and eaters to celebrate a vibrant and delicious future for food.

Connecticut

East West Technical Services is a data collection company sub-contracted by the National Marine Fisheries Service to collect fisheries data onboard scallop and groundfish vessels in the northeast. As an At-Sea Monitor, I boarded vessels for 1-14 day fishing trips in the north Atlantic, collecting biological and economic data during fishing operations. I.

Yarmouth, ME

DeLorme is the long-time innovation leader in mapping and GPS solutions for the consumer, professional, and government markets. As a GIS Technician, I was responsible for mapping hydrological features and transportation systems around the globe using remote sensing technology, proprietary intelligence, and aerial photography. During my short tenure, I.

Portland, Maine Area

Developed written and video content for GMRI's public and donor audiences. Interpreted complex science into consumable pieces for the general public via print and web. See their "Spotlight on Science" series in the 2009 Annual Report for examples of my work.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Marine Affairs

Activities and Societies: Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity -2008 Coastal Fellow -2009 Study Exchange to the University of Alaska -Brother at.

Education record

Activities and Societies: PADI Scientific Research Specialty Diver Certification PADI Drysuit Diver Certification