A True Seasonal Delicacy from the Pacific Northwest.
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Harvested from the cold, pristine waters of the Pacific Northwest, Wild Surf Smelt (Hypomesus pretiosus) is one of the region's most treasured seasonal seafoods.
Harvested during the pre-spawning season, approximately 70–80% naturally contain roe, offering the perfect balance of delicate meat and rich, flavorful roe.
Wild-caught by local fishermen using traditional nearshore fishing methods, Surf Smelt is available for only a brief season each year.
Packaging & Shipping
- 10 lb per box
- Five vacuum-sealed trays (approximately 2 lb per tray)
- Individually vacuum-packed for maximum freshness and convenient portioning
- Packed in a food-grade insulated foam cooler
- Shipped via UPS Next Day Air
- Packed with dry ice to maintain a continuous frozen cold chain
- Delivered frozen and ready for long-term freezer storage
Nature Decides the Season
Wild Surf Smelt isn't harvested every year.
Before each season, fisheries biologists assess the health of the wild population.
Commercial harvests are permitted only when the stock is abundant enough to support a sustainable fishery.
When nature needs time, the fishery stays closed.
True wild seafood isn't available on demand.
It arrives only when nature allows.
Flavor Profile
• Naturally sweet and delicate
• Tender, flaky texture
• Approximately 70–80% naturally contain roe
• Clean ocean flavor
• Moderate natural oil
• Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids
• Naturally low in mercury
Family Friendly Nutrition
Surf Smelt is a small, short-lived forage fish living near the top of the water column and low on the marine food chain.
Because it does not accumulate mercury the way large predatory fish do, Surf Smelt is typically low in mercury while naturally rich in protein and Omega-3 fatty acids.
A nutritious seafood choice for the whole family.
Ready to Cook
No Scaling • No Gutting • No Filleting
Simply rinse, season and cook whole.
Even the fine bones become crispy after cooking.
Dinner is ready in about 15 minutes.
Respect Nature.
The best wild seafood isn't available year-round.
It comes at the right season, harvested responsibly, and shared only when nature allows.
Ocean to Tables
Respect Nature. Harvest Responsibly. Eat Seasonally.