Community Events

Small Boats. Big Science.

Small Boats. Big Science. brings together our community, researchers, and commercial fishermen to discuss the latest scientific advancements and how they relate to our fleet, our environment, and our coastal communities. Stay tuned for upcoming events in this exciting speaker series.  Watch the recordings of past events here!

    Small Boats. Big Science. Black Sea Bass Surge: Climate Change Winners – July 2023

    Black sea bass have moved into New England. Thank you to those who joined us to learn more about black sea bass and how fishermen are helping to improve our understanding of this tasty newcomer.

    The featured scientist is Hannah Verkamp, a fisheries research biologist with the Commercial Fisheries Research Foundation. She works collaboratively with fishermen to conduct research on a wide range of fishery topics and species and is also passionate about science education and outreach. She presented her research: Empowering Fishermen to Fill Data Gaps for a Rapidly Changing Fishery: A Case Study on Northern Black Sea Bass.

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    Cods for the Cape

    June 12 – 15, 2024

    This popular group art show and auction is planned for June 12 – 15. Check back for updated details!

    We were thrilled to be part of this one-of-a-kind art auction for the fourth consecutive year in June 2023. Artist and owner of Cottage, Aline Lindemann, graciously coordinated 12 local artists and their amazing artwork. 

    Thank you to all who participated in the bidding and to the artists for donating their artwork. This unique art auction was a tremendous success and raised close to $4,000! All proceeds benefit the Fishermen’s Alliance. 

    A heartfelt thanks to the 2023 Featured Artists: Susan Adler, Gail Bor, Aine Cole, Natasha Farrell Manhardt, Koneta Hurlstone, Stacey Klimkosky, Lydia Mann, Isabelle Quinn, Stephanie Reeve, Anina Sinclair, Ted Skirvan and Sarah Thornington. 

    To learn more about the artists and the art show, follow Cods for the Cape on Instagram.