Thursday, February 13th at 6 p.m. featuring Stephan Abel, President & CEO of Ferry Cove Shellfish in Sherwood
The public is invited to a waterfront dinner at the Miles River Yacht Club on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 6 p.m. The event is $30 per person, including dinner and a cash bar. Reservations must be made by Monday, February 10th, by calling 410-745-9511, Ext. 6.
Stephan Abel, President & CEO of Ferry Cove Shellfish in Sherwood will speak following dinner. Ferry Cove Oyster Hatchery is one of the country’s newest and most advanced hatcheries. They raise larvae and produce seeds for the region’s commercial fishing and aquaculture industries. Scientists with decades of experience raising oysters are focused on cung edge innovations to support sustainable and competitive aquaculture.
Ferry Cove’s vision extends beyond oyster cultivation. It uses applied research to seek new ways to drive the economic future of the local seafood industry and explores ways to blend commerce, natural resource protection, education, and research. It strives to protect the cultural history of the watermen community.
The Miles River Yacht Club was founded in 1921. Its proud heritage includes supporting the historic Chesapeake Bay Sailing Log Canoe Races and providing adult and junior sailing instruction.
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