STONINGTON, Maine—For veteran lobsterman Travis Dammier, it was the end of another trip at sea on a solo voyage to earn a living.

He was approaching home, feeling less than excited as he navigated his fishing boat, My Kassandra, through the calm waters back to the commercial port of Stonington, Maine.

Independent operators remember the good times as they struggle to adapt to a changing industry.{ai:summary}<p>Veteran lobsterman Travis Dammier reflects on his solo fishing trip as he returns to the commercial port of Stonington, Maine. Despite the calm waters, he feels a lack of excitement about his work and the challenges of making a living in the industry. #economy</p>

Why Fishermen Are Catching Fewer Lobsters in Maine

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