Ep 5. Commercial Fisherman

HARD TO KILL Season 1 Episode 5 - Commercial Fisherman:

In this episode of Hard To Kill, host and former Navy SEAL, Tim Kennedy, spends time with a commercial fisherman. With over 38 years of experience, this fisherman knows his way around the water like no one else. Tim is fascinated by the hard and dangerous work that this fisherman does on a daily basis and is interested in learning as much as he can.

The fisherman takes Tim out to sea on his boat. As they set out, Tim is amazed at the vastness of the ocean. The fisherman explains that, despite his years of experience, he is always cautious and respects the power of the sea. He knows that things can turn dangerous in a moment’s notice and it is important to always be prepared for anything.

Once they reach their fishing spot, Tim observes the fisherman at work. The fisherman uses a variety of methods to catch fish, including long-lining and gill-netting. Tim is particularly interested in the long-lining technique. He watches as the fisherman sets out a long line with baited hooks dangling from it. The line can be up to 60 miles long and can catch up to 3,000 fish in a single haul.

As they pull in the line, Tim is shocked at the sheer number of fish that they have caught. The fisherman explains that they only keep the ones they can sell and release the rest back into the water. He is committed to sustainable fishing practices and wants to make sure that he does his part to preserve the ocean’s natural resources.

After a long day of fishing, Tim and the fisherman head back to shore. Tim is exhausted and amazed by the hard work that goes into commercial fishing. He has a new appreciation for the dangers that these fishermen face on a daily basis and is grateful for the opportunity to witness their work firsthand.

Throughout the episode, Tim and the fisherman discuss the challenges that come with this profession. The fisherman talks about the difficulties of being away from his family for long periods of time and the pressure to always come back with a good catch. He also talks about the changing landscape of commercial fishing and how advances in technology have both helped and hurt the industry.

In the end, Tim comes away from the experience with a newfound respect for commercial fishermen. He has learned that the sea can be both a beautiful and dangerous place and that those who work on it must be skilled, cautious, and unrelenting. The episode serves as a tribute to these hardworking men and women and a reminder to us all to appreciate the natural resources that the ocean provides.