Has it always been your dream to make your living in commercial fishing? If so, there is no time like the present to get started. Before you can start catching and selling fish, however, you will have some practical matters to address. For starters, you should make sure you have a boat that is well-equipped…
If you are a commercial fisherman, you are no stranger to preparation. You understand that before heading out to sea–often for days at a time–you need to make sure that you have everything you need. That means checking the fuel and oil on your boat, keeping your life jackets and first aid kits stocked, and…
Are you interested in fishing groundfish off the west coast but aren’t sure what permits are involved? Do you already fish groundfish in the area and are looking for a way to streamline the permit process? Groundfish are plentiful, to say the very least, in the western waters of the United States. However, if you…
The allure of sablefish is undeniable. Whether you’re a seasoned Alaskan fisherman considering a transition to the West Coast or a veteran of other fisheries recognizing the lucrative potential of sablefish, your ticket to this endeavor lies in the realm of permits. Here, amid a sea of paperwork and official jargon, you can secure the…
Are you interested in fishing for Albacore Tuna off of the west coast, but want to be in compliance with all rules and regulations? Have you been searching for all of the permits you might need, and yet aren’t sure if you have them all? These are common concerns. Contact us here! After all, for…
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…
Are you thinking about beginning a career in commercial fishing? If so, this may be an exciting time in your life. Maybe angling has been a lifelong hobby of yours, and you are finally making the jump to turn it into your profession. Or, perhaps you are a shrewd business mind, and you have correctly…