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National Fisherman / November 2019 / Vol. 100, No.7
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In this issue
Salmon at Full Speed
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Cover Story Big Time
Satellite Delights
Abundant Atlantic sea scallops tell a success story for vessels large and small.
New systems offer crews and fleets a wide range of options in capacity, coverage and costs.
On Deck
David Witherell
Duckworth Steel Boats
Features / Boats & Gear
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Product Roundup High-tech water temp loggers now available for fishermen; Mustang’s sleek new PFD.
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Around the Yards Another scalloper from Florida; Maine yard’s 73rd wooden boat; Bristol Bay boats barged for repair.
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Northern Lights The North Pacific Fishery Management Council wants to hear from stakeholders.
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Editor’s Log
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Fishing Back When
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Mail Buoy
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A Letter from NMFS
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Around the Coasts
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Market Reports
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Last Set / Casco Bay, Maine
Reader Services 40
Classifieds
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Advertiser Index
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