Cast your sails to one of world's richest fishing grounds, Georges Bank – home to the North Atlantic's most prized treasure, lobsters. Generations of fishermen have ventured into these lush waters, but depleted resources near the coast have forced these men to hunt hundreds of miles out into the open sea. As the winter temperatures plummet and the seas turn stormy, watch these offshore lobstermen migrate into deep water to make a pull during the worst weather conditions of the year.The Battle Begins
It's winter in New England and the offshore lobster fishing fleet is preparing for another week on the high seas. Five boats ready themselves for the coming battle against the elements, and the other ships surrounding them on this crowded ocean.
Pounded by the Storm
A deadly storm barrels toward the lobster fleet. The crew of the William Bowe is slowed by bad weather and their lobster numbers are down. While the Rachel Leah loses a trawl to a huge snarl, the Timothy Michael steams 140 miles north, right into the storm.
Cheating Death and Cashing In
After three days of ocean storms, the coast guard is called to rescue a seasick cameraman on the Direction. The Dragon Lady is still fighting its way into Georges Bank, while the Timothy Michael hits a snarl that almost sends two crewmembers overboard.
Back to the Battleground
Miles out at sea, the Timothy Michael steams through the rough waters of George's Bank on her way back to shore. Most of the fleet is home between trips and the crews are making the most of it and spending time with their families.
Fighting Fatigue
Territory seems more important than ever as the Rachel Leah finds herself near shipping lanes. But that territory is not always as fertile as one might hope, as numbers continue to be down for the William Bowe, the Rachel Leah and the Direction.
The Final Push
Racing to make their last days of the year really count, the Timothy Michael's troubles abound – their trawls are barren and the crew regrets making the trip at all. Numbers on the high-liners are also down, except for the Direction, which leads the pack.
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