Fisheries

Bristol Bay fishermen eagerly await massive sockeye haul as preseason predictions come to life

The Nushagak is once again a dominant river district in Bristol Bay, but the state of Alaska remains cautious about opening it to fishermen.

Rogotzke Fish Company waiting to set out fishing in Bristol Bay on June 20, 2022.
Rogotzke Fish Company waiting to set out fishing in Bristol Bay on June 20, 2022.Photo: Rogotzke Fish Company
Published 21 June 2022, 17:58Updated 22 June 2022, 13:20
Bristol BayPeter Pan SeafoodsAlaska salmonSockeye salmonAlaska Department of Fish & Game