Omega Protein in Reedville hosted members of the Indian Creek Yacht Club for an extended tour last week as part of Indian Creek’s educational programming. Over 30 members attended the event which included a tour of the vessel Rappahannock, one of Omega’s menhaden fishing boats, a tour of the processing plant, and a presentation and tour of the fish-oil processing plant.
Andy Hall, general manager of Omega Protein, the fishing and processing program, hosted the event along with Jane Crowther, senior director of refined oils at the Health and Science Center.
It was an extraordinary event that allowed club members a chance to better understand the complexity of a major fishing undertaking housed right here on the Northern Neck, reported vice commodore Brian Clarke. Omega is one of Northern Neck’s largest employers, and they take….
There's more to this story...
Are you a subscriber? Log in
Many more news articles, photos and ads are available only to those
who subscribe to our printed newspaper or our online e-Edition.Pick up a copy or Subscribe today!
