Hosted on MSN

Bodega Bay isn’t what it used to be. How an ailing industry transformed the fishing town

In Bodega Bay, fishing has increasingly taken a backseat to tourism and the draw of souvenir shops and art galleries, saltwater taffy, waterfront dining, vacation rentals and a backdrop from Hitchcock ...
Santa Rosa Press Democrat

The Bodega Bay Fisherman’s Festival has honored local fishing community for 50 years

Since 1973, Bodega Bay has hosted the annual Fisherman’s Festival to celebrate the opening of salmon fishing season and community. The Bodega Bay Fisherman’s Festival, happening May 4-5, will continue ...
SFGate

As a North Bay town's fishing industry withers, it pivots to keep itself afloat

From the living room window of their waterfront home, Carol and Tony Anello have watched the rise and fall of Bodega Bay. Traffic on Westshore Road flows past in waves, fishing boats pull into the ...
The North Bay Business Journal

Bodega Bay fishing fleet catches break with waived docking fees

The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors is throwing local fishermen a lifeline. Commercial fishers affected by closed and shortened fishing seasons can apply for dock fee waivers at the Bodega Bay ...
Santa Rosa Press Democrat

Bodega Bay isn’t what it used to be. How an ailing industry has transformed the fishing village

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. From the living room window of their waterfront home, Carol and Tony Anello have watched the rise and fall of Bodega ...