Ties That Bind: Fishing, Identity, and Community

This chapter examines the deep connections between fishermen and their identities, focusing on the challenges of representation and consent in writing about their lives. It addresses the emotional and physical toll of aging in the fishing profession, as well as the societal implications of retirement and economic changes within their communities. Through personal stories, the narrative highlights the contrasts between rootedness and the pursuit of broader opportunities, exploring the complexities of belonging and stability in a changing world.