Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

Here is a link to our new documentary- The Last Custodians: https://t.co/nf29s0jJCs

The Last Custodians unveils the untold stories of inshore fishing and the resilient fishermen who navigate the waters across #Lymebay.

#grassroots #fishermenled #cic

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

It’s never been harder for inshore fleets, have your say!
https://t.co/sMPpbrbrtc

The Great British Inshore Fishing Survey hosted by the Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC is the opportunity for all small-scale fishermen to have their voices heard.

[The Fishing Daily @FD_Editor]

Evans Demands Urgent Action on Octopus Impact in Devon Waters
https://t.co/1iXa86lKBD

#ukfishingnews #ukfishingindustry #fishingnewsEngland #commercialfishingnews #fishingnews #dailyfishingnews #SouthwestUKOctopusInvastion #CllrTudorEvansOBE #DevonPotFisheries

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

🌊 2024 has been amazing! We're excited for upcoming projects (watch this space! 👀). Huge thanks to all UK fishermen for the risks you take to provide our fish suppers. Special thanks to @Bluemarinef , @The_MMO , @FishmongersCo , and @BeASeaChanger . 🎉🐟❤️

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

📢 Exciting News! 📢

We're thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of our new cookbook with delicious recipes from our amazing members! 🍽️👨‍🍳 (Watch this space)

From seafood to sweet treats, there's something for everyone. Support our coastal communities & get your copy soon!

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

🚤 Navigating Challenges 🚤
Being a fishermen-led organisation means facing declining fish catches, weak income, and conflicts with spatial squeeze. Your support helps us overcome these challenges and protect our oceans. 🌊#FishermenLed #SustainableFishing #OceanConservation

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

🚀 Exciting News! Our pioneering organisation is once again leading the way in best practices by launching a fishermen-led science and data collection project! Funded by @MMO_FaSS, @BlueMarineF, and @FishmongersCo’s Fisheries Charitable Trust. 🌊🐟#SustainableFishing #Innovation

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

🌊 Happy World Fisheries Day! 🌊 Celebrate the small-scale fishing communities of Lyme Bay. 🐟❤️ Watch our documentary showcasing the stories of our fishermen safeguarding our coastal heritage. 🎥THE LAST CUSTODIANS - The Voice Of The Fleet - YouTube

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

🌊 Join Our Community! Volunteers Needed! 🌊

Are you passionate about supporting local communities and sustainable fishing practices? Our fishermen-led CIC is on a mission to make a difference & we need your help! Contact us at [email protected]

🌍💙#Volunteer #CommunitySupport

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

🌊 Meet Our Team! 🌊

Lyme Bay Fishermans CIC is a grassroots, fishermen-led organisation. Our board members are chosen by the fishermen, ensuring true community governance. Join us in celebrating those who make our mission possible! 🐟💙

#LymeBayFishermans #FishermenLed

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

Who are we? We are scallop divers, potters, trawlermen, netters and hook & line fishermen from across the four ports of West Bay, Lyme Regis, Beer and Axmouth.
#EatOurFish #grassroots #fishermenled

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

Our Lyme Bay Scavenger Hunt has been so much fun we are running it right through to #half-term!

The Fishermen have created a Scavenger Hunt for the entire family. They have hidden fishy window stickers around Axmouth, Beer, Lyme Regis and West Bay ports. Get searching to win!

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

🌊🐟 Celebrating grassroots leadership at Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC! Our community-driven approach ensures sustainable fishing practices, protecting marine life & supporting local livelihoods. Together, we’re making waves for a brighter future! 🌊💪 #SustainableFishing #Community

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

Join the Fishy Scavenger Hunt! 🐟🌊

Explore Lyme Bay (Beer, Axmouth, Lyme Regis & West Bay) and find all 50 fish species for a chance to win a Debby Mason poster!

Until the end of October half-term. Free leaflets in shops with fish posters in the window.

#FishyScavengerHunt

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

🌊 Local Heroes 🌊
Our fishermen are leading conservation efforts and decision-making processes. Their firsthand knowledge is invaluable in creating effective management strategies.
#SustainableFishing #MarineConservation #FishermenForTheFuture

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

"Our seas, our responsibility. As a fishermen-led and governed CIC, we are the custodians of our oceans, working tirelessly to protect marine life and safeguard our coastal communities. Together, we fish sustainably for a brighter future. 🌊🛥️#CustodiansOfTheSea"

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

Our team is working hard on a new incredible project, and we can’t wait to share the amazing news with you soon. Stay tuned and watch this space! 👀
#CommunityFirst #FishermenLed #Grassroots #ExcitingNews

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

Today’s featured species is the cuttlefish! Did you know that cuttlefish have an internal shell (called a cuttlebone), large eyes, eight arms and two tentacles furnished with finely toothed suckers, with which they grab their prey? Cuttlefish are incredible creatures!

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

🌊 The True Meaning of “Fishermen-Led” 🌊
At the LBF CIC, we embody the essence of “fishermen-led.” It means:
✅ Fishermen get a vote
✅Fishermen decide who sits on the board
✅ Fishermen choose workstreams and employees
Let’s honour the true spirit of grassroots leadership.

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

🎣 Scavenger Hunt Alert! 🎣
Today’s featured species is bass! Did you know that most bass have a spiky fin running along their back? 🐟🔍
🗣️ Bass are incredible creatures with their spiky dorsal fins providing both defence and stability in the water.”
🔗 https://t.co/Pi0XInlgAC

[Lyme Bay Fisherman’s CIC @LBFCIC]

Exciting News! We are launching our summer scavenger hunt for the second year! Our summer programme has a science twist thanks to our new FaSS project, where fishermen lead science and data collection. Join us for fun and learning! 🐟🔬#SummerScavengerHunt #MarineScience #LymeBay