Before starting a commercial fishing business, there is a fair amount of research to be conducted. You will need to make sure that you have the right boat, gear, and maybe even a crew. You should also do a bit of market research to make sure that your business plan is economically viable. Before you…
The great thing about commercial fishing is that it’s a business that can be done in a wide variety of places. With so much coastline surrounding the United States, there is no shortage of fisheries to be accessed by entrepreneurially-minded anglers. Whether you are seeking crab in Alaska, shrimp in the Gulf of Mexico, or…
If you are a commercial fisherman, you probably have a checklist that you review before you leave the dock. You make sure everything is packed, such as lines, safety items, and supplies. You also make sure your crew is accounted for. Maybe you even do a final maintenance check on your vessel to ensure that…
California’s fisheries are living, breathing examples of the inextricable bond between humans and the natural world. Also, the coastline of California is a fisherman’s paradise thanks to the state’s pleasant climate and abundant marine life. The state of California also provides an abundance of opportunities to earn money through commercial fishing. The good news is…
Owning a commercial fishing business requires attention to a lot of details, many of which occur when you fill out paperwork or other documents. It can be a bit of work to get everything done, especially if there are different portals for everything. The good news is that our site has everything you need for…
Have you considered expanding your Alaskan fishing operation to fish for pollock as well? Do you already fish for pollock and other Alaskan species, yet are looking for a way to expedite and streamline the online permit process? At the Commercial Fishing Permits Center, we believe that the permit process should be seamless and worry-free….
If you own a boat, keeping your documentation updated by the US Coast Guard (USCG) is important. The USCG ship documentation renewal application is typically expected to be submitted once every five years. Many other factors affect the time between one application and the next. To avoid issues involving having your vessel decommissioned while it’s…
Now is the time to consider getting a bill of sale for your U.S. Coast Guard-registered yacht to ensure your rights as the owner and your investment are safe. This will not only serve as additional proof of ownership in the event of a legal issue, but it will also provide peace of mind if…
If you have a passion for angling, commercial fishing could be the career for you. Though the hours can be long and physically taxing, you may find spending your days out on the water casting lines to be immensely rewarding. You should know, however, that there is a bit more to this process than simply…
It is not always simple to successfully run a commercial fishing operation, especially at the beginning. It’s possible that you’ll end up feeling bogged down with paperwork on land rather than getting to spend time out on the water doing what you love, and this could end up making you feel under a lot of…