Though the current Blue Heron Community Fishboard is a free service w/ minimal features, the following outlines the app and full site being developed.  Please feel free to contact with feedback and questions. 

Track Your Boat

The Maps function allows buyers to know when you are 48hrs of arriving to port with your catch, so they can order at the most optimum freshness.  When your boat hits port you already know how much of your catch to dedicate to your direct buyers.

Track Your Inventory

A quick check of your boat icon displays your catch, your hold, how much is still available and your price.  

Manage Your Label

Included with your subscription is your drag and drop website to build your label and conduct your business whether it be fresh / frozen / smoked or canned.

Get the Resources

Have direct access to our logistical action plan that includes resources with area processors, packaging and transport to your markets.

The Payout

      At $515/month the cost of service, about the same as a Farmers Market booth, is a fraction of the the increase in revenue streams your direct market operation will be affording you:

Sockeye Dock Prices (2017) @ $1.60/lb = $1600 per 1000lbs

Sockeye Direct Market (2017) @ $8.50/lb = $8500 Gross
Less Costs:  Processing (H&G):              $0.60/lb = $600
                         Packaging:                            $1.00/lb = $1000
                        Transport:                             $1.00/lb = $1000
Marketplace Subscription:    $515/mo (eg. 10,000lbs sold in a month = $51.50 per 1000lbs)

Total Net:  $8500 (less $3115) = $5385 net per 1000lbs = 336% Gain!