Buying a vessel, boat, yacht or pretty much any type of watercraft is a big deal; it is a thoughtful financial obligation that will require long-term maintenance while you own it. However, there are some measures you can take to avoid paying extra, like keeping your paperwork up to date to avoid incurring in late…
As someone who fishes, whether for sport or to make a living, you know that there are a number of permit applications and forms that you must fill out to legally catch fish. In the past, this was done by hand and mailed through standard channels. These days, you can do most of the paperwork…
Are you in the business of catching Alaska Rockfish? Do you want to begin fishing for this lucrative species, but don’t have the federal fishing permits you need? These permits aren’t the kind of thing that you can “put off” getting. While it can be tempting to procrastinate, that’s probably the last thing you want…
Before you head out to fish, you make sure you have everything you need. That means the equipment is all set, the crew is ready, as are your vessels, and so forth. Everything is in its place, so that when the time comes, you can just get out there and do it. The same applies…
Your vessel must undergo a regular inspection to ensure its safety. This happens every few years and is an important part of being a responsible boat owner. These inspections must be carried out by the United States Coast Guard and the vessel certificate of inspection must be included with your official vessel documentation. Depending on…
Selling your boat can be an overwhelming and time consuming task. However, making sure you follow the appropriate steps and complete the documentation correctly can make the entire process much easier. That includes the Coast Guard bill of sale, which is required to go along with any transaction involving selling your boat. But that’s not…
Are you growing your fishing operation in the Caribbean? Do you already fish there but want to make the entire Caribbean federal commercial fishing permits process easier? While there may not be all that many commercial fishing permits available in the Caribbean, there sure is plenty of opportunities. You can find all of the permits…
Despite the reasons, fishing requires a permit so you can act legally. Don’t let paperwork and documentation overwhelm you. We can help you to get the right commercial fishing permits you may need. Is fishing your mean of subsistence? Are you planning on obtaining your daily income from commercial fishing in the US or United…
Commercial fishing can be a tough business. In fact, there aren’t many other lines of work that are more dangerous. Every day you head out on the water, you have to handle sharp, heavy equipment and contend with difficult seas. Turbulent weather can also pose a problem, as the fishing season doesn’t always align with…
Pennsylvania may not be the first state that comes to mind when you think about commercial fishing. In truth, however, the Keystone state is home to a robust commercial and industrial fishing industry. When you look at the numbers, it makes a lot of sense. Pennsylvania encompasses 470,000 acres of Lake Erie, which offers bountiful…