At just eight years old, Al Pazar stepped into the world of commercial fishing, working alongside his father in Tacoma, Washington. At that age, Al helped his father build a 34’ boat, while also assisting him on the water, trolling for salmon—a rite of passage for many young fishermen on the Pacific coast.  Pazar is one of the 2024 National Fisherman Highliners of the Year, an award given to a career commercial fisherman known for their contributions to the industry. A lesser-known…