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Eastern Shore, VA: Oysters and Crabs

Season 1 Episode 109 | 26m 46s

Virginia’s Eastern Shore is one of timeless tradition and continuous environmental change. Discover Tangier Island, a fishing village that is sinking into the ocean, and aquafarmers on the Shore supplying the country with shellfish. Oysters and crabs tell the story of this region that is shaped by change – geographic, climate, cultural and personal.

Aired: 12/07/21
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
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