The first Washington Fishermen’s Convention makes a splash
Alison Lorenz
February 11, 2026 Last December, as king tides pushed waves over Westport’s seawall and nudged seawater onto nearby roads, Washington Sea Grant (WSG) hosted a successful first Washington Fishermen’s Convention. The Washington Fishermen’s Convention aimed to celebrate and unify the state’s diverse fishing industry, gathering longtime, new and aspiring fishermen to network, share lessons learned, and break bread together. From December 4-5, attendees took part in Drill Instructor and Fishermen Fir