National Fisherman

December 6, 2022

Blackcod fishermen’s ‘gear switching’ challenges Pacific Fishery Management Council

Charlie Ess

Captain Shawn McManus proudly holds a pot-caught blackcod on the F/V Vansee. Courtesy Shawn McManus photo.

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Charlie Ess

Charlie Ess is the North Pacific Bureau Chief for National Fisherman.

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