Meet the Fishing Community
The People Behind the Catch
Behind every local catch are real people with real stories — fishermen, processors, chefs, and the families who keep it all going. Their profiles are the heart of this section.
David Toriumi, F/V Pioneer and F/V Grinder
Fisherman
There are few people who are as excited to get up in the morning and go to work as David Toriumi, 36, a Watsonville native who fishes out of Santa Cruz. Toriumi made his passion a profession and still hasn’t lost his youthful enthusiasm for the sea in doing so.
Jerid Rold, F/V Deputy Dawg
Fisherman
Born into a fishing family, Jerid grew up on the ocean. Starting at the age of five, he spent his childhood fishing with his dad on albacore boats.
Jane DeLay, Fisherman
Jane DeLay has always been motivated by her love for the ocean. In 2001, she coordinated the "Fisherman's Forum on Marine Protected Areas", a three-day conference to explore options for establishing MPA's on the central coast.