Deckhand Lied To Wild Bill To Get Onboard The Cape Caution | Deadliest Catch

A Rollercoaster of Challenges and Triumphs

The 2015 Red King Crab season has been one for the books. As the boats slid into Dutch Harbor, it marked a significant milestone with the Cape Culture coming close to 100,000 pounds of Red King Crab on board. It’s been an intense, fast-paced season, with Captain Wild Bill Wikowski pushing the limits in a bid to break records for the Cape Culture. The hustle and determination are evident, but so is the tension and the challenges that come with the job.

For Captain Bill and his crew, this season is all about speed and efficiency. As they prepare to offload their haul, they continue to fight to set a new record. However, things aren’t as smooth as they seem on deck. In the past week and a half, new deckhand Gerard Secrest has faced severe criticism for not performing up to expectations. Despite being hired by Captain Bill’s son, Zach, Gerard’s actions have raised serious concerns. Bill, frustrated by his new crew member’s lack of performance, faces the delicate task of confronting Gerard about his mistakes.

The situation escalates when Bill discovers that Gerard had lied about his background. During their earlier discussions, Bill had asked Gerard if he had any outstanding warrants, and Gerard had assured him that he didn’t. However, Bill soon finds out that Gerard’s answers were far from truthful. “You lied to everybody,” Bill tells Gerard. “This job used to be about fish, not about attorneys and babysitters.” With the trust broken, Bill has no choice but to let Gerard go, marking the end of the deckhand’s short-lived career aboard the Cape Culture.

For the rest of the crew, this decision is a mixed bag. While the departure of Gerard may ease the tension, it also adds to the pressures that come with the job. Tensions run high on deck, and the crew wonders if they can get back on track without further disruption.

Meanwhile, aboard the Wizard, Captain Jonathan Hillstrand is dealing with his own set of challenges. Despite good weather and plenty of crab in the waters, the crew faces an uphill battle as they work through a long soak of pots. The pressure to get the boat out on time is ever-present. A visit from Captain Hillstrand’s brother, along with some light-hearted banter, reveals that even the seasoned captains need a little support now and then.

A candid conversation between Jonathan and his brother highlights the personal sacrifices of being a fisherman. Jonathan opens up about missing out on Christmas with his kids, a regret that weighs heavily on him. “I spent Christmas out here last winter, and I missed out on their six-year-old Christmas. I can never get that back,” he admits. These heartfelt moments offer a glimpse into the sacrifices these men make in the name of their profession.

Even with the hardships, there’s a sense of camaraderie among the captains. Jonathan’s brother steps in to lend support when things go off track in town, and it’s clear that, despite the pressures of their jobs, the family bond is strong.

In the end, the 2015 Red King Crab season is a testament to the challenges of commercial fishing – from the grueling work on deck to the personal struggles of those who fish these icy waters. But it’s also a season filled with determination, grit, and, above all, the pursuit of success against all odds. The work is tough, but for those who make it, the rewards are worth the struggle.