Alaska's Cod Pot Party Ends Abruptly Thanks to Fishery Cops
Published Date: 10/7/2025
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Summary
Fishermen using pot gear to catch Pacific cod in the Central Gulf of Alaska will see updated fishing rules to keep the fish population healthy. These changes affect when and how much they can fish, helping balance the catch and protect the ocean. The new rules start soon, so fishers should get ready to follow them and keep the cod coming!
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Pot-Gear Pacific Cod Limits
If you fish Pacific cod using pot gear in the Central Regulatory Area of the Gulf of Alaska, new rules change when and how much you can fish. The changes are meant to keep the Pacific cod population healthy and balance the catch. The new rules start soon, so you should prepare to follow them.
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