Author Talk with Mary Jacobs

Meet Alaska boat captain and author Mary Jacobs for an inspiring discussion of her new memoir, She Takes the Helm: Lessons in Grit from Alaska’s Fishing Grounds.

Discover her remarkable journey from a cannery worker seeking adventure to the captain of an all-female Alaskan fishing crew. Overcoming steep barriers, demanding fisheries, and the challenges of raising a family, Jacobs built a life commanding her own vessel on the water.

Come hear a firsthand account of breaking gender barriers, facing the dangers of commercial fishing, and finding the ultimate reward in grit and determination.

Thursday, September 24th at 6pm

Book copies available for purchase at the event through the Homer Bookstore.