Welcome to an exciting start to the pogie season! Today's episode is all about how we catch these valuable fish, which play a crucial role as bait in our lobster fishing operations. Joining me is not only my regular crew but also a special guest-my dad! It’s a full team effort as we head out on the water for our first pogie catch of the year.
Pogies, or menhaden, are not just any fish; they're a vital part of our fishing strategy because using them as bait significantly cuts our costs-saving us around $100,000 a year! If you've never seen pogie fishing before, you're in for a treat. The process involves using nets in a way that's quite different from our usual lobster trapping, and it can get pretty wild out there.
In this video, we’ll take you through the whole exciting and somewhat chaotic process of catching pogies. You’ll see firsthand how we manage the nets, the teamwork involved, and the sheer energy and effort it takes to haul in these fish. It's an intense, action-packed day on the water, showcasing a crucial aspect of our fishing operations that usually stays behind the scenes.
So come along and see how we kick off pogie season, learn about the importance of these fish in the fishing world, and witness the incredible savings they provide by serving as efficient, cost-effective bait. It’s an essential part of our work that combines economy with sustainability.
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5 окт 2024
