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Land & Sea archival moment: Saltfish drying 1965

A day at the flakes in 1965. Do you still have memories of seeing salt fish drying on flakes in small communities?

Land & Sea Archival moment | Drying saltfish

10 years ago
Duration 4:53
Land & Sea is celebrating its 50th anniversary. We have this archival moment from the 1960s

Land & Sea is celebrating 50 years on the air this season.

CBC Newfoundland and Labrador librarian Carolyn Atkinson has been digging out old footage that hasn't been seen in years, including this rare look at a unique way of life.

Drying Saltfish from 1965

A day at the flakes in 1965. Do you still have memories of seeing salt fish drying on flakes in small communities? Well, here are some shots that will remind you of those times.

Land & Sea mystery

If you know anything about this footage, we'd love to hear from you. Drop us a line at landandseanl@cbc.ca.