Petersburg Pilot -

Alaska On-Board Crewmember Training will take place June 1-3 in the John Hanson Sr Community Hall. The three-day workshop provides hands-on training for beginning commercial fishing crewmembers. Gain crew skills, learn marine safety, get an up-close look at commercial fishing boats and gear, and meet people in the industry. The program is led by Alaska Sea Grant, Alaska Marine Safety Education Association, Alaska Longline Fishermen’s Association, and Alaska Marine Conservation Council.

This workshop, limited to 15 participants, costs $50 and includes lunch each day. Limited travel support for...