Dawayne D Butler Looking Back on 28 Years of Being a Crab Fisherman


Posted December 17, 2015 by pzmediainc1

Dawayne D Butler started working in the crab fishing industry in 1987 and looks back over the changes that have happened over the years.

 
Dawayne D Butler is a crab fisherman with 28 years’ experience. He joined the crab fishing industry right after being honorably discharged from the United States army Reserves in 1987. He is a hardworking, dedicated individual who ensures that he gives his best no matter what the situation. Dawayne is a committed Christian who has strong connections to his local church and enjoys helping the poor and needy in the community.

Looking back these 28 years, much has changed in the crab fishing industry in Alaska. Crab fishing in Alaska started in the early 1900s and continued very much in the same way until the late 1980s, when a decline in the quantity of red king crab started showing. Crab fishing in the Alaskan waters was carried out in “Derby Style” where hundreds of boats would set out during a particular time of the year to catch as much crab as possible. There was only a small fishing window when boats could go crab fishing, and the fishing boats went out in great numbers to catch crabs and try to make as much money as possible. In the 1980s, there was a huge decline in the number of red king crab, the most expensive crab meat available which prompted Alaskan authorities to implement strict regulations on the size and quantity of crab that could be caught each year.

Alaskan crab fishing is a dangerous job, one that has seen several crab fishermen lose their lives. Dawayne D Butler knows the risks involved in the job but ensures that he follows all security measures when out crab fishing. With all the restrictions in place, he remains positive that the industry will continue to remain a lucrative business for many years to come.

Dawayne D Butler is a leader in his community and is active in various community-related projects organized by his church. He is a deeply spiritual man with great faith in God, and says that he finds peace and relaxation during the worship services.

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Last Updated December 17, 2015