In the commercial fishing industry, it’s not just about the catch; it’s about the community that keeps a boat going. Whether it’s a loyal dog curled up on deck, the kids waiting on the dock, or the crewmates who feel like family. These bonds bring critical comfort and purpose to long days at sea.
Just a reminder of what fishermen are working for, and who’s always in their corner, stormy weather or flat seas.
Krew watching the crew work while tendering on the Insatiable. Photo submitted by Garrett Kavanaugh
11-year-old Byron lobstering with his grandfather aboard Molly Ryan on Penobscot Bay in Maine, the day before school started. He brought a lobster sandwich to school for lunch. Photo submitted by Tess Haskell
Ashley Green, Bristol May (dog), Tyler Green aboard Haven. Bristol climbed back in the checkers and into the pit while trolling. Photo submitted by Ashley Green
You feed them a fish, and they eat for the day. You teach them to fish, and they eat for a lifetime. Me and my two boys conching off south Jersey. Left oldest son Caden Brennen, in the middle is Dad Doug Brennen, and on the right is youngest son Andrew Brennen. Photo submitted by Doug Brennen
Luka Hamilton, Ray Douville, Cora Douville, Freddy Hamilton- The upcoming crew of the Faith, ready to head out shrimping. Photo submitted by Raymond Douville
Black cod pot fishin with Karl, Chris, Kevin, and Andrew! Photo submitted by Andrew Bolamd
