Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Bluesy Tuesday - Shrimp Boats

Shrimp Boats on Shem Creek, Mt. Pleasant, SC  © Doug Hickok


Shem Creek is a popular place to berth boats of all sorts... sail boats, mid-sized yachts, deep sea fishing vessels, and especially shrimp boats. The shrimping industry is important to the local economy. But times are changing, and shrimpers are feeling the pinch of higher costs, decline in the demand for ocean caught shrimp, and government regulation. Some shrimpers say in 20 years or so, the industry could be sunk. It's true there are fewer shrimp boats tying up at Shem Creek these days. Instead they're being replaced more and more by pleasure craft. Even kayakers make their home here now.
On a brighter note, if you relish seafood, Shem Creek is the waterfront spot to be. Restaurants line the docks on either side, and offer up delicious fare fresh from the deep blue sea.


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21 comments:

  1. T. BecqueMarch 29, 2011 at 12:43 AM

    Nice, love the reflections and the placement of the subjects to the left.

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  2. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 1:42 AM

    Good photo, nice composition and reflexions.

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  3. cieldequimperMarch 29, 2011 at 2:20 AM

    Ooh I just love that green boat! :-) It's too early for shrimps but I wouldn't mind seafood for lunch later!

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  4. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 3:23 AM

    Nice reflections, love it :-)

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  5. Frank de JolMarch 29, 2011 at 5:39 AM

    Excellent reflections.
    I like most the orange point on the water.

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  6. Cezar and LéiaMarch 29, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    Perfection! I can not think of another word to express this picture!
    The reflections are fantastic!
    Léia :)

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  7. Michael RowlandMarch 29, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    Very nice photo, from that low angle they look so large and the reflction on the water and the waves,,,Wow! good one Doug,,,M

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  8. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    Wonderful blues and a great perspective Doug. I saw a report on the challenges these shrimpers face. Giant shrimp farms seem to be impossible to compete with. Sad to think this way of life might disappear.

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  9. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    We're sending Becky home to you on a shrimp boat today. It's probably more reliable than Delta.

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  10. franzMarch 29, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    a very attractive image, perfectly framed and with very appealing reflections! i must remember this address when and if i ever come to charleston again!

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  11. HarryMarch 29, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    I like the off-center composition and that green trawler off to the right fits in well.

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  12. L'explorateurMarch 29, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Hi Doug! The tones of blue here are so happy! And the reflection makes it a snappy shot! Go Shrimps Go! :D

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  13. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    I like the low pov and the colors
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  14. LindaMarch 29, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    Lovely bright sunny colours, great reflections too :-)

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  15. London CallerMarch 29, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    The reflections are so dreamy!
    Like a mirage.

    "Creek" is an interesting word; it's underused in England.
    Is it popular in the US?
    I thought it was very Australian.

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  16. OlgaMarch 29, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    Beautiful photo, with all these bold colors and wonderful reflections!

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  17. GinnieMarch 30, 2011 at 2:20 AM

    I hate the thought of one's livelihood being cut short, Doug, but I know we're living in such a frigile time right now, all around the world. But I would love finding a restaurant there for fresh fish. I hope to eat a lot of it on our Norwegian cruise next week!

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  18. LauretteMarch 30, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    A lovely image with lovely reflections and colours. Great angle. Well done.

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  19. Andrew Graeme GouldApril 4, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    A lovely shot, Doug. What a shame about the shrimp industry...

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  20. UnknownApril 11, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    You have a very interesting blog with those colors and variety.
    Greetings

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  21. MartinaJJuly 2, 2011 at 3:17 AM

    This photo really caught my attention. The reflection of the boats is just awesome!
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