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2023 was our 15th season as a Community Supported Fishery and a year filled with powerful impact and exciting new relationships, achievements, and recognitions. And in spite of ongoing crises, conflicts, and anxieties in the world, Skipper Otto continues to be a refuge for me, a community built on meaningful human connection and collaboration, reminding … Continued

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Grilled Teriyaki Salmon

November 17, 2023

Grilled Teriyaki Salmon with Vegetables This recipe is sure to become a go-to for quick weeknight dinners! On a recent trip to England, our friend and BBQ master, Steve W, was inspired by a meal he had at his favourite seafood restaurant – Coleman’s Seafood Temple on the eastern seaboard, and came back inspired to … Continued

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Meet Lee Gallagher our new salmon fisher!

November 16, 2023

(Photo courtesy of Lee Gallagher, of himself) Hailing from Metchosin B.C on Vancouver Island, Lee Gallagher got his start working at a marine boat rental shop in high school, which solidified what he always knew – that he wanted to work on the ocean. After high school, Lee enrolled at Camosun College in Victoria, and … Continued

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Crispy Salmon with Mushroom Risotto

November 5, 2023

Crispy Salmon with Mushroom Risotto As we get closer to the holiday season, we are getting fancier in the kitchen and our friend Chef Johnny Bridge has developed a few salmon recipes for us with freshly caught salmon this summer. This dish is made with our delicious chinook salmon, but you can substitute in any … Continued

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Japanese Style Fish and Chips

October 26, 2023

Japanese Style Fish and Chips Who doesn’t love fish and chips… so why not try making them at home, but with a twist! Once again our friend and BBQ master, Steve W, has gotten creative in the kitchen and cooked up this amazing recipe with lingcod cheeks, but you can easily substitute in lingcod fillets … Continued

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(Photo credit: Sonia Strobel, Fishing boat Eldorado) I always find the change of seasons to be a powerful time for reflection. This year’s final day of summer and first day of autumn were particularly filled with nostalgia and reflection for me as we headed out on a boat repositioning trip. Boat repositioning trips are a … Continued

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Halibut Saltimbocca

October 12, 2023

Halibut Saltimbocca Cooler fall weather calls for comfort food, and what better way to indulge than a delicious and creamy halibut and gnocchi recipe! A twist on the classic Italian Saltimbocca dish, which usually calls for veal or chicken, this recipe comes together in about 30 minutes and is sure to impress family or friends … Continued

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Building Bridges – a reflection

September 29, 2023

(Photo credit: Justin Milton, a young Inuit man from Pond Inlet, explains what fish mean to Inuit) All this week, I am honoured to be a guest at a North-South knowledge sharing circle with Inuit youth convened by our friends at two great non-profit organizations: Ikaarvik and Ocean Wise. Ikaarvik is the Inuktitut word for … Continued

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Grilled Greek Salmon Salad

September 27, 2023

Grilled Greek Salmon Salad A fun and easy recipe that comes together easily, with little prep work and can be cooked on the BBQ or stovetop. You can add in or take out any salad ingredients to your liking -it’s really that simple. Ingredients One (300 gram / 10oz) Skipper Otto pink salmon fillet, defrosted, … Continued

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Coho Salmon in Foil

September 20, 2023

Coho Salmon in Foil An easy week night family meal at home, camping or a no-fuss lunch prep recipe, place the salmon into foil and then customize your veggie choice to suit your taste! On the BBQ or in the oven – it comes together quickly and with no major clean up – thats a … Continued

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