Meet the Harvesters
At Whidbey Seafoods, our harvesters are the heart of our operations, committed to sustainable practices and ensuring the highest quality catch every time. Learn about our specific boats, the typical catches, and the gear we use to bring fresh seafood to your plate.
Cape Romanzof Fisheries
Cape Romanzof Fisheries catches and processes seafood from some of the world’s healthiest sustainable fisheries. The Bering Sea longline fishery for Pacific Cod, for example, has recently been certified as sustainable by the Marine Stewardship Council. The commercial fisheries of Alaska’s Bering Sea are widely regarded as the best managed in the world. Cape Romanzof Fisheries and our partners are committed to making sure they remain a superior example of how fisheries can be managed on a sustainable basis.
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Dangerous Cape
The F/V Dangerous Cape sustainably harvests halibut and sablefish in the Gulf of Alaska under an Individual Fishing Quota program mandated by the federal government. The vessel is based out of Homer, Alaska and is a family-run operation Captained by lifelong commercial fisherman Erik Velsko. Erik has been involved in Alaska’s commercial fisheries since a very young age, and has been a part of many of Alaska’s iconic fisheries. He has extensive experience in the Bering Sea crab and cod fisheries, but in recent years has returned to his childhood fishing grounds to be closer to his wife, Lacey, and their three young children Britta (9), Estelle (7) and Leo (5). He also travels to Bristol Bay each summer to operate his gillnet vessel Dire Straits in the competitive sockeye salmon fishery. All three children and Lacey have spent time onboard the family boats during spring and summer fishing operations. Leo began his fishing career at the age of three on a short halibut longline trip in the local waters of Cook Inlet with Erik and Leo’s grandfather John.
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Nerka Salmon
The F/V Nerka crew spends their summers trolling Southeast Alaska’s pristine outer coast, open-water fishermen harvesting ocean-run salmon, wild as their surroundings. They chase king salmon through the shadows of glaciers, forty miles offshore in the Gulf of Alaska’s iconic Fairweather Grounds.
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Norsk Enterprises llc
Experience the best of sustainable seafood at FV Saga, a family-owned fishing operation spanning four generations of Alaskan fishermen. Clocked in at a length of18 meters and a width is 5 meters, the FV Saga is the definition of "though she be but little she is fierce." Their wild, cold water shrimp are individually glazed with salt water and quick-frozen at sea, ensuring exceptional quality. Unlike warm water or farmed counterparts, the FV Saga's sidestripe shrimp and spot prawns are renowned for their sweet and tender qualities. Harvested from the pristine waters near Petersburg, Alaska, the catch thrive in a clean, cold, saltwater environment and feed predominantly on a vegetarian diet.
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St. Jude Tuna
The St. Jude is more than just a 95-foot fishing vessel; it’s a testament to the Malley family's enduring commitment to sustainable fishing and quality seafood. Fishing 12 months a year, the St. Jude follows Albacore tuna from the North Pacific in summer to the South Pacific in fall. Each Albacore is individually caught on hooks and lures dragged behind the boat, ensuring minimal impact on the ocean’s food chain. On average, only two non-target species are caught per thousand Albacore, demonstrating the precision and sustainability of this method
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Alaska Glacier Seafoods
Explore Alaska Glacier Seafoods, where the Erickson family has been dedicated to providing sustainably managed, high-quality seafood since 1996. Nestled on the pristine waters of Auke Nu Cove near Juneau, their operations are powered by clean hydropower and committed to zero waste. They take pride in their heritage and deep-rooted connection to local fishing communities. Discover why they are our trusted source for premium Dungeness crab!
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Bristol bay
Enjoy the taste of Bristol Bay sockeye salmon, sourced from the pristine waters of Alaska. Our fishermen use sustainable, eco-friendly methods to bring you the freshest, most flavorful salmon. By choosing our salmon, you support hardworking fishing communities and help preserve their way of life. Dive into the rich, firm texture and vibrant color of our sockeye, knowing each bite is both delicious and responsibly harvested.
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