35 episodes

Welcome to "The Observer Station," the ultimate podcast created exclusively for fishery observers. Hosted by marine biologist and experienced observer, Wayne Walter, this podcast is your go-to resource for all things related to fisheries, marine conservation, and the thrilling world beneath the waves. Each episode dives deep into the captivating life of fishery observers, shedding light on their vital role in monitoring and safeguarding our oceans' ecosystems.

The Observer Station The Observer Station

    • Science
    • 4.4 • 7 Ratings

Welcome to "The Observer Station," the ultimate podcast created exclusively for fishery observers. Hosted by marine biologist and experienced observer, Wayne Walter, this podcast is your go-to resource for all things related to fisheries, marine conservation, and the thrilling world beneath the waves. Each episode dives deep into the captivating life of fishery observers, shedding light on their vital role in monitoring and safeguarding our oceans' ecosystems.

    Things We Aren't Thankful for: Trawl?

    Things We Aren't Thankful for: Trawl?

    In this interview two members of the Public Rachel and Phil give their take on the environmental impact of trawl fishing and the urgent need for a paradigm shift in our approach to harvesting marine resources.

    • 1 hr 37 min
    Citizen involvement in science

    Citizen involvement in science

    Citizen involvement in science spans a wide range of activities, providing diverse opportunities for individuals to actively contribute to scientific research and discovery.

    • 30 min
    June Meeting: Part 1

    June Meeting: Part 1

    Observer safety is No.1! Heres a break down of whats going on up there.

    • 52 min
    New Tails, Old Questions

    New Tails, Old Questions

    This week is the first in hopefully many interviews with new observers.

    • 1 hr 26 min
    Dragging Bottom or Just stirring up problems

    Dragging Bottom or Just stirring up problems

    Hey Yall,



    Heres a short snip from the meeting. Im going to post a few of these. Let me know what you think about what is being said or what isn't being said.

    • 9 min
    2023 Spring FMAC: Federal Observers?

    2023 Spring FMAC: Federal Observers?

    This episode I go into what went down at the 2023 FMAC meeting and changes that will be coming to a fishery near you.

    • 33 min

Customer Reviews

4.4 out of 5
7 Ratings

7 Ratings

aeydinova ,

One of my favorite podcasts!

Each episode makes me feel so many emotions as I reminisce my observer days through Wheeler and Walter’s banter. Keep the episodes coming!

FireGuy669 ,

Awesome Podcast

Great podcast to listen to. keep making more.

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