Join us for this PBS University special presentation. "Open Ocean Fishing in the Mariana Archipelago" features archaeological evidence for open ocean fishing dating back 3,000 years, then moves through fishing during Spanish colonization, World War II and 21st century fishermen, including several Mariana Archipelago Advisory Panel members.
Director and screenwriter Judith R. Amesbury is one of the founders and directors of Micronesian Archaeological Research Services, a scientific and educational nonprofit corporation on Guam. She has been doing archaeology on Guam, Saipan, Tinian and Rota for more than 30 years. Her area of expertise is Marine Resource Use. Amesbury has authored numerous articles and reports about fishing and mollusk collecting in the Mariana Islands. She also analyzes the artifacts made of marine materials such as shells and shark teeth.
About the Series
Higher Learning Special Presentations featuring standalone episodes that contribute to PBS Guam's educational programming.
PBS University Higher Learning is a series aimed towards secondary education students. Based on topical discussion, the series is formatted to provide critical thinking and analytical insight on various subjects.
This program has been made possible by the Government of Guam Education Stabilization Fund.