Mission Statement

My Story

I first saw the F/V Grace December of 2018. There was a wreath made of cedar boughs pinned to her cabin side, inviting me in, and I found myself scrambling to purchase her in May of that same year and leaving for Alaska to fish in June. After only one season of commercial fishing as a deckhand under my belt, transitioning to skipper was a difficult journey, but one I have not regretted. I utilize a traditional hook and line fishing method that allows me to catch fish one-at-a-time, ensuring sustainability and quality. Each fish is then cleaned, bled, and iced on board. This process produces the highest quality fish on the market. In 2018 I started Katfish Salmon Co. I wanted to provide high quality, traceable seafood direct, from the fisherman to the consumer. I find equal joy in developing products with local Alaskan micro-canneries, and sourcing sustainable seafood that I am unable to catch aboard my own boat from ethically run local Alaska processors, also working with small boat fishermen like myself. I am a choice that people make when they buy their fish, and I feel privileged to be able to provide my local community and communities throughout the Pacific Northwest region with that choice. Thank you for supporting sustainable fisheries and small business resiliency in your community!