Southeast Alaska crabbing seasons start Wednesday

Tanner crab (Photo courtesy ADF&G)
Two crab fisheries in Southeast Alaska started up Wednesday, February 17. Fishing for Tanner crab and golden king crab opened at noon.
Last year’s Tanner catch was the best in 15 seasons, coming in at 1,421,863 pounds. With an average price of $1.93 a pound that was worth over $2.7 million at the docks.
In recent years, more than 50 boats have fished for Tanner crab, using pots. This year there are 61 boats registered. The Alaska Department of Fish an