The anonymous narrator is a seasoned fisherman with a rich history in the fishing industry. His journey into the industry began in 1957 when he was just thirteen years old, following his father's transition from logging to fishing. Over the years, he has gained extensive experience in various types of fishing, including troll fishery, bottom fishery, and crabbing. He has also owned several boats, some of which he built himself, and has fished in various locations including Alaska, Oregon, California, and Washington. Currently, he operates two boats for shrimping and one for crabbing. Despite his extensive experience in Alaska, he chose to return home, citing a desire to spend more time at home and challenges in finding a competent person to run his boat in Alaska.

Scope and Content Note
This interview provides a comprehensive overview of the narrator's extensive experience in the fishing industry. The narrator discusses his early introduction to the industry through his father and his progression from troll fishery to bottom fishery and eventually to owning and operating his own boats. He provides detailed accounts of the types of fish he has caught over the years, including salmon, bottom fish, tuna, scallops, halibut, black cod, and crabs. The narrator also discusses his fishing activities in various locations, including Alaska, Oregon, California, and Washington. He shares his reasons for leaving Alaska and his current fishing activities, which primarily involve shrimping and crabbing. The interview concludes with the narrator's plans for the future, indicating that he may be nearing the end of his active involvement in the industry.