Today we had a real Alaskan experience! A local family had pinned up a notice in the post office saying that they would bring in halibut to sell this weekend. We got word from our neighbor that the boat was coming in soon, so we joined several townfolks down at the dock. After about 30 minutes waiting, the boat arrived. They had about 2,000 pounds of halibut on board to sell, and each halibut had a tag on it’s tail that identified its weight.
And one of the fish they pulled up from the hold was about 250 pounds!
As each person’s turn came, they told the crew how much fish they wanted, and the crew found a halibut about that weight. One man on the dock was cleaning fish for $.50 a pound. He was really, really good. Four big, skinned fillets from each fish, as well as the cheeks. I didn’t know it but the cheeks are apparently the best part.
We waited in line about a couple of hours to get our turn. While we were waiting, several of us from the same RV park decided to go in together to get a 60 pound halibut to share. And eventually - we got one!
Then, because we’d decided to get it filleted, we had to get in another line! We spend about 2 hours in that line, too. Fortunately someone made a beer run, to help pass the time.
The boat crew cut that big 250 pound fish into fillets to sell, and some local restaurant owners bought most of it. At the end, there wasn't much left - just, as the commercial says - - - (add music here) "someone is watching you!"
Looks like a real lifestyle change from AZ City. We have really enjoyed following your travels.
ReplyDeleteWe are meeting Harry & Judy tomorrow in Johnson City for lunch.
We are back on the road this Sat. heading for Mobile AL. Take Care.