What makes a successful fisherman?

The Fishermen's Alliance is successful day in and day out, year in and year out, because it follows the lead of its industry members. Three commercial fishermen talk about why consistency, flexibility and perseverance are crucial in their business. Every gift, no matter the size, makes a difference and fuels our work immediately, allowing us to continue to make our ocean and fishing communities healthier and stronger on Cape Cod. Right here. Right now.  Thank you for making our work possible.

Fishermen's Training Program

Have you wanted to pursue a career on the water and not known where to start? A career on the sea as a commercial fishermen is closer than you think. The Cape's oldest profession is still viable and open to hardworking, motivated individuals who share a love of the sea and are dedicated to providing sustainable seafood to the world.

Read about the Training Program

Herring Buffer

Cape Cod fishermen engaged in a 15-year campaign to fight the harmful effects of mid-water trawlers that remove the forage base from the inshore ecosystem and hurt local herring runs. In November 2019, their hard work and dedication paid off: the fisheries service approved regulations for a year-round, 12-mile buffer zone from Maine to Connecticut with additional 20-mile blocks of protection off the backshore of the Cape and Islands.

Learn about the buffer

Stories from the Sea

Bringing the real-life experiences and personal perspectives of those who fish for a living to a broad audience, often told from a place where fishermen feel comfortable and at home --- in the wheelhouse of their boats. Read the monthly e-magazine, watch videos, listen to podcasts and more.

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