March 15, 2023 — A local crab fisherman has come up with a simple idea that could allow crab pots to remain at sea while keeping migrating whales safe.
Crab fisherman who also fish for salmon during the year are facing double trouble.
Several fishing industry representatives say the upcoming salmon fishing season will likely be closed the entire year because of low counts. A decision is expected within weeks.
Now the crab season scheduled to end in June could be cut short.
However, there is a proposal that could lengthen the next crab season that fishermen say addresses the ongoing issue of whale entanglements.