About Us

>We are a community & a company focused on sharing & shaping an industry through experiences around shucking, slurping & staying with us.

The Maine Oyster Company

"Building a Community Through Experience & Story"

A Rising Wind Raises All Shells Mentality

"Collaboration With Everyone, Competition With No One"

We believe collaboration & cooperation are a critical component to both our industry and our own strength. We work hard & hope our actions help foster an all inclusive, energized & epic oyster & greater Maine aquaculture community that connects & creates camaraderie for farmers, fisherman,family, friend, consumer & the passing by visitor to the great state of Maine.

We are committed to a business model grounded in financial success, but wealth exists in many forms & we do our best to let Ralph Waldo Emerson's quote of "Its the not the Destination, It's the journey." guide & lead us.

Meet The Crew

The humans behind the shuck.

John Herrigel

John Herrigel

Founder & Creative Crafts

Growing up in the West Point community of Phippsburg, John founded MOC in 2016 to build community through experience. The ultimate "Connector," he operates Basecamp and his own Cape Small Oysters farm, passionately bridging the gap between coastal farmers and seafood lovers.

Bryn Jerome

Bryn Jerome

Chief of Shucks & Experiences

Bryn ensures that whether you're taking a shucking class at the Raw Bar or booking an epic private lobster bake at Basecamp, your experience is legendary. She's the master coordinator behind our unforgettable coastal events.

Aubrey Subriar

Aubrey Subriar

Distro, Oysters & Ops

Aubrey keeps the MOC ship sailing smoothly. From managing our direct-to-door overnight oyster shipping logistics to handling customer inquiries, she's the crucial link that gets fresh Maine oysters from the docks to your dining room table.

The MOC Hounds

Moo

Moo

Slurp & Slobber Crew
Boyd

Boyd

Dock Security
Rufus

Rufus

Tasting Officer - Photo Shy
Better Together

Our Coastal Partners

North East Salt Water
On The Water

North East Salt Water

Captain Joe (husband to our very own Bryn!) offers unforgettable farm and fishing tours. From sunset cruises to striper fishing and up-close oyster farm tours, it's a truly epic way to experience the Maine coast.

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Lady Oyster
Culinary Experiences

Lady Oyster

Our partner and close friend Virginia, aka @LadyOyster, creates world-class culinary experiences right across the street at "The Store" in Phippsburg. Join her for exquisite oyster/wine tastings and seafood adventures.

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The MOC Family

A Community Built on Shells

Over 30+ Partners

Community of Farmers

We are committed to putting more in the pockets of the independent farmers of Maine. By buying directly from the source, we help sustain generational working waterfronts and showcase the incredible hard work that goes into every harvest.

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From Coast to Table

Community of Slurpers

Whether you are learning to pop your first hinge at a shucking class, slurping down a dozen at our Portland Raw Bar, or unboxing a fresh overnight shipment in your kitchen, you are part of the MOC family. Tag your adventures with #MOCstagram!

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Bivalve Bowl

Bivalve Bowl

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Slurp on the Slopes

Slurp on the Slopes

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Oyster Olympics

Oyster Olympics

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Oyster Restoration

Oyster Restoration

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Oysterfest

Oysterfest

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