Shellfish Warden

The Shellfish Warden is responsible for ensuring legal and responsible clamming operations for the entire island of Deer Isle, including the towns of Stonington and Deer Isle. The Shellfish Warden patrols the clam flats of Deer Isle and Stonington, checking to see that people are clamming only in areas where it is legal to do so, and fining people clamming in areas with biotin closures. The Shellfish Warden also acquaints new clammers with the rules of the industry and provides guidance on best practices.
Shellfish Warden
Edward Billings, Shellfish Warden
Phone: 207-367-5891 Cell: 203-257-5900
Email: harbormaster@stoningtonmaine.org
VHF: Channel 16
Red Tide Hotline: 1-800-232-4733
Related Documents:
Shellfish Conservation Ordinance
Interactive DMR Shellfish Map
Research shellfish conservation status provided by the Maine Department of Marine Resources.