When Winter Weather Slows Us Down (And Why That Matters)
Winter on the Maine coast is beautiful — and sometimes unforgiving.
Over the weekend, a significant snow and ice storm moved through the region. Roads are still slick, conditions are unpredictable, and for us, that means making a careful call: we’re delaying shipments again today.
We know that’s not the news anyone wants to hear, especially if you were looking forward to a lobster delivery. But here’s why this decision matters — and why we make it every time.
Safety comes first — for people and product
Our lobsters don’t move unless it’s safe for the crews on the docks, the drivers on the roads, and the teams handling your order. When conditions aren’t right, pushing through doesn’t make things faster — it just makes them riskier.
Quality depends on timing
Lobster is at its best when it moves cleanly from dock to door. Storm delays can compromise transit times, handling conditions, and ultimately the experience you’re paying for. If we can’t ship with confidence, we don’t ship at all.
This is part of working with the real Maine coast
We don’t operate out of warehouses disconnected from the weather. We work with fishermen, processors, and carriers who live with the seasons. Winter storms are part of that reality — and they’re also why Maine lobster is what it is.
The upside? When conditions clear, the catch is excellent. Cold water produces firm, sweet meat, and winter harvests are often some of the best of the year.
What happens next
Orders already placed will ship as soon as conditions allow — no action needed on your part. We’re watching the weather closely and coordinating with our partners to get things moving the moment it’s safe to do so. When we wake up tomorrow (Wednesday 1/28), we will make a determination.
We appreciate your patience more than we can say. Delays like this are never taken lightly, but protecting quality and people is always the right call.
Winter passes.
Good lobster is worth the wait.
— The Get Maine Lobster Team