Are independent shrimpers and a vibrant working waterfront fading into the pages of history in Fort Myers Beach? Is the "Pink Gold Rush" that had its heyday in the 70s really coming to an end? Or is the $55 million industry just adapting to 21st century challenges like rising fuel costs and cheap, convenient imports?
Through the eyes and hearts of Fort Myers Beach shrimping families, WGCU explores shifting realties that reflect our waning American tradition of independent fishing even in a thriving, healthy fishery. Learn about the challenges and successes of keeping what many consider to be the world's tastiest, sweetest pink shrimp as a renewable resource and its contributions to local color.
COMING TO WGCU TV & RADIO IN APRIL 2014.
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Producer: Chelle Koster Walton
Videographer: Tim Kenney
Editor: Brian Price
Executive Producer: Barbara Linstrom
A 60-min WGCU documentary made possible through a partner grant with WCIND. Also in production -- video shorts for classrooms and museums; radio feature story WGCU -FM; digital platform and companion cookbook.
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