Check out a snapshot of this year's Fashion Show.   We're so appreciative of all of those who contributed product, time and services including modeling!    You were all fabulous!  

Don't miss the Bristol Bay FISH EXPO on Saturday.  There is a brand new slate of silent auction items to be showcased for you to bid until closing.     The tradeshow has a record 55+ exhibitors and presentations will go on all day, including a panel of veteran commercial seafood buyers who will share their insights (sponsored by BBRSDA).      

The silent auction will open at 10:00am on Friday and close at 7:00pm.     Bid sheets are at the EXPO and include the description, starting bid and increment value increase.        There are 25+ items ranging from clothing to specialty tours, lodging and services that will be featured today and another 25+ on Saturday.           So, please visit the show both days to not miss out.

That's right.  Today, Friday, June 8th is the start of the 2018 Bristol Bay FISH EXPO.   Please join us in welcoming 55+ vendors, the show opener at 10:00 a.m., a robust program throughout the day, a "Friday Only" Silent Auction, Fashion Show and capped off with our Live Auction this evening. 

Haven’t signed up yet for our business tradeshow? Limited space remains and we don’t want vendors who add value to Alaska’s supply chain of wild seafood to lose an opportunity to be there.

Join us on Saturday, June 9th for the Commercial Seafood Buyers Panel, sponsored by the Bristol Bay Regional Seafood Development Association.

One of our 2018 panel members is our very own Patrick Hoogerhyde, Partner, Bridge Seafood Restaurant and Catering.

Did you know that the Bristol Bay fleet is coming together at the Bristol Bay Regional Seafood Development Association annual meeting on June 9th?            

Don't miss a thing on June 8th and 9th at the 2018 Bristol Bay FISH EXPO.    Check out the calendar here.    Keep checking back as we continue to enhance and formalize the program. 

The 2018 Bristol Bay FISH EXPO is a fundraiser. With your support in 2018, we will be completing our official certifications, as well as, recruitment of a professional Program Manager. 

Whether you're an old pro or you're new to the game, buying and selling boats and permits can seem a bit intimidating... but it doesn't have to be!

Who's coming to Bristol Bay Fish Expo on June 8th and 9th in Naknek, Alaska?     This is a start.   We will be publishing the growing list on our main website over the next few days.  Keep posted, because we're adding each day.

Lori Hansen is bringing her accordion to Bristol Bay as a tribute to her father who worked as a shipwright and fisherman for the various canneries, including the Alaska Packers Association.

This is our opportunity to feature clothing unique to our community, to the fleet and processors.  Watch the models flaunt their wear on the red carpet runway with Bristol Bay attitude.   

The top 10 reasons to register and attend the 2nd Annual Bristol Bay FISH EXPO.

Register online to attend the Bristol Bay FISH EXPO and by far the easiest for YOU. All attendees must register. It’s as easy as going on line to register and if you’re a BB resident, please use your zip code as the discount rate.

Steelbird Productions (Naknek, Alaska) has produced a 2 minute video giving you an overview of the 2017 inaugural Bristol Bay FISH EXPO in anticipation for the 2018 June 8th-10th tradeshow, debate, auction, mug-up, speed-hiring and overall connections event.         

Ravn Alaska steps up to offer discount to those attending the 2018 Bristol Bay FISH EXPO.

Donation categories:

• phones, tablets, computer (cell/internet/satellite)

• sonar and other electronics

• insurance, legal, finance, tax services

• general vessel parts/equipment

• graphic design, web services, printing, embroidery services

• airline tickets, cruise,

• lodge visits/experiences

Do you have special skills, time, resources to volunteer?  GREAT!    Get a front row seat.

The 2018 Bristol Bay Expo launches it's annual conference with a presentation by Keynote Speaker, Dr. Katherine Johnson Ringsmuth about the history of the Bristol Bay region and the impact of the commercial wild fisheries.   

We welcome FISHERMEN’S NEWS as our most recent sponsor for the 2018 Bristol Bay FISH EXPO. Registered participants will receive copies of the publication on June 8th and 9th.