How One POCF is Navigating Her First Season Apart

In this heartfelt episode, we go behind the curtain of our Private Group Chat and hear from a Partner of a Commercial Fisherman (POCF) in Washington state who’s navigating her very first fishing season apart from her Alaskan boyfriend.

She opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of being apart during the Bristol Bay salmon season — from daily tears to deep love, short, spotty video calls, and the intense loneliness many of us know all too well.

You’ll hear my response of empathy, encouragement, and the honest truth: this is the kind of support you receive inside our private chat. On top of the incredible support you get from POCFs who can relate to where you are now. 

This episode is a gentle reminder that:

• What to expect when communication drops off at sea
  
• Your relationship can thrive through the distance — and even grow stronger.
  
• How the POCF lifestyle is an adventure in its own right, and how connecting with others who understand can be your greatest anchor

Let’s Dive In!

Mentioned in this episode:

💬 Private Group Chat: Instantly connect with fellow POCFs who understand your unique lifestyle. Click here to learn more!

POCF Survival Guide — a must-have for new partners entering the fishing lifestyle. The book I wish existed when I began dating my fisherman! Click here! 

> Want to share your own POCF story or ask a question for the show? Reach out at support@pocfpride.com.

 

MUST-HAVES:

🛟 Go-To Safety Gear - Kent Safety Products

#1 reason fishermen wear PFDs? “Because my partner tells me to.” If you want to ensure your fisherman has the best gear to stay safe on the water, check out KentSafetyProducts.com.

⚖️ Free Consultation with a Commercial Fishing Lawyer! Contact Attorney Michael Flynn for a FREE consultation via call or text: 617-773-5500, Email: mflynn@flynnwirkus.com, Visit FlynnWirkus.com

 

RESOURCES FOR POCFS!

⚓️ Your Home Port: pocfpride.com – The go-to hub for Partners of Commercial Fishermen (POCFs).

📱 Connect on Instagram: @megan.waldrep – Stay in the loop and engage with the POCF community.