In modern commercial fishing, the traditional, natural materials have mostly been replaced by plastic, but in the UK a few traditional craftsmen still preserve the old skills by continuing to make these aesthetically pleasing alternatives for the decorative market. Ancient mariners with wizened expressions will happily tell you about the old days - each November/December willows were cut, around 150 fishing pots and 4 or 5,""Store Pots"" were made. After the completion of pot making fishing for shellfish was resumed, usually in January/February.
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