The People of Bayou Rosa

Mr. Antoine "Whitney" Dardar was a lifelong commercial fisherman and proud member of the United Houma Nation. His passion for shrimping and harvesting oysters led him to say that he felt like he never worked a day in his life. Although he passed before seeing his wild oyster leases fully converted to oyster farming, his legacy of harvesting great-tasting oysters continues. 

Born and raised in Lafourche Parish, Jason Pitre is deeply rooted in the traditions of his family, who have been fishermen for generations. As a proud member of the United Houma Nation, Jason is committed to preserving the culture and way of life that have sustained his people for centuries.

With over 15 years of experience as a critical care nurse, Jason has spent his career serving others. Yet, his passion for his heritage brought him back to the waters that shaped his family’s legacy. Through Bayou Rosa, Jason honors that heritage by connecting the past to the future through sustainable oyster farming.