Join Our Private POCF Forum!

We know what it's like in this unique lifestyle without friends or family to relate to, overwhelmed by household responsibilities while our partners are away, or anxious about an uncertain future.

Does This Sound Familiar?

"I want to meet other partners because it is a special and unique industry that we are a part of."

"I'm lonely. Being 'seasonally single' is hard for me. I'm sad when I have to plan or attend family functions, birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, etc., without my fisherman."

"I'm overwhelmed and exhausted from managing household responsibilities and/or raising kids solo."

"My fisherman is retiring, and I/they are struggling with the transition out of this lifestyle."

"I worry about the safety of my fishermen and the income we'll make each season."

"I have good friends and family around, yet no one who understands this lifestyle."

The good news is we know what it's like because we are
Partners of Commercial Fishermen like you!

Imagine if you had a built-in group of women to rely on through the on & off seasons...

Loneliness will decrease when you connect with others who "get you" and validate your experience.
You'll gain support and advice that ranges from relationships to motherhood challenges to retirement and more from POCFs who have been where you are.
Self-doubt and confusion will diminish when sharing experiences and asking questions because they understand what it's like.
You can make new friendships to last a lifetime.
You'll have instant access to the forum anytime through your phone or laptop. We are here for you!

Welcome to the
Only Private Forum for Partners of Commercial Fishermen!

Whether you've just started dating or you're fisherman is looking at retirement, the private forum is OUR place to virtually connect with like-minded women who share your unique POCF lifestyle that you carry on your phone or laptop.

You Are Not Alone!

"I'm really excited to see that there's a whole community of us out there. It makes me feel better that I'm not alone in this."
- POCF Jami, Stanwood, Washington.

HERE'S HOW
OUR
FORUM
IS UNLIKE
ANY
OTHER:

OUR PRIVATE FORUM IS THE ONLY ONLINE SPACE DEDICATED TO GIRLFRIENDS, FIANCÉS, & WIVES OF COMMERCIAL FISHERMEN.

*There are many groups for fishermen and friends and family of fishermen, but this is a space just for us! 👯‍♀️ ⚓️

OUR GROUP RANGES FROM NEWBIES (OR "GREENHORNS") TO POCFs WHOSE FISHERMEN ARE THINKING OF RETIREMENT.

THE FORUM IS A SAFE SPACE TO TALK DIRECTLY TO MEGAN AND OTHERS WHO UNDERSTAND YOUR LIFE ON A DEEPER LEVEL.

UNLIKE SOCIAL MEDIA GROUPS, YOU WON'T GET SPAMY UPDATES FROM HIGH SCHOOL RANDOMS OR FAMILY MEMBERS CROWDING YOUR FEED.

"PRIVATE FORUM" MEANS IT'S JUST FOR POCFs, AND YOUR INFORMATION WILL NEVER BE SHARED.

INSIDE
THE
FORUM
YOU'LL
FIND:

⚓️ Instant access to partners of commercial fishermen from around the world!

⚓️ Easy-to-navigate topics so you can join conversations & chat with other POCFs as you please.

⚓️ The ability to start conversations & ask questions on what's important to you today.

⚓️ Monthly virtual Meet & Greets to connect with fellow POCFs.

⚓️ Ability to ask Megan questions and seek advice/feedback (this is currently the only way to reach Megan directly.)

⚓️ Private Podcast episodes only for Forum Members.

⚓️ Private Blog resources only for Forum Members.

⚓️Quarterly virtual events with trusted professionals focusing on POCF lifestyle challenges and how to overcome them.

⚓️ 1st access to annual in-person events to hang with your fish sisters in real life!

⚓️ Prices will increase, so join now to lock in your founding membership fee - currently a one-time payment.

How It Works

You can instantly pop on the forum any time, day or night, on your phone or laptop! In addition, we'll host monthly Zooms to see each other and chat about what's important today, and quarterly Zooms with credible professionals offering valuable advice, resources, who'll answer your questions, too.

What We'll Gain

So much!
Not only will you have an instant community and support group, but we'll also celebrate wins and discover how to bring more joy into our POCF life, home life, relationships, self-care, family life, career, advocacy, hobbies, and any challenges that you're facing today.

👯‍♀️⚓️ Get Instant Access With a One Time Payment of $44

Hosted by:

Megan Waldrep

This exclusive and secure forum is personally monitored by Partners of Commercial Fishermen founder Megan Waldrep, with contributions from POCFs from around the world. How cool is that?!

"I created this community for partners like me to connect, relate, laugh, vent (with love), and feel less alone in our unique and adventurous lifestyle."
- Megan Waldrep

I personally can't wait to connect with you in the forum...

because meeting POCFs online literally changed my life.

When I wrote a blog post about Dating a Commercial Fisherman, the first email I received from a fellow POCF saying, “I get you,” brought a sense of belongingness that I never knew existed – my feelings were valid, and I wasn't alone.

More than anything, I want to share that with you today.

As a partner of a California spiny lobsterman/Alaska sockeye salmon fisherman for almost a decade, my goal is to connect POCFs worldwide to make others feel seen, heard, and less alone in this unique and adventurous lifestyle.

Should you join the forum, you instantly become a part of a dynamic community that feels like a sisterhood that many of us don’t get to experience where we live. This kind of connection is utterly life-changing, no matter what stage you're in.

I look forward to meeting you personally inside our forum!

With Love & POCF Pride,
Megan Waldrep

Here's What People Are Saying About Our Community:

“I have reached a new level of missing my guy. For the last month, we were able to keep in touch by phone/texting. Yesterday the boat left for the grounds, and we are now out of touch for at least a month. Unless you’ve been in a relationship with a fisherman, you really don’t understand what it’s like. It’s a challenge. Thanks for the group – we are small in numbers, but I know that each of you gets it, which helps.”
– Deb, Anchor Point, Alaska

“I’m from Canada, and I only started dating a commercial fisherman/diver at the end of July, knowing full well that he would be gone for 4 months, Sep-Jan. Again, I’m so incredibly happy I found you and this blog because I feel this is so different from so many other LDRs (long distant relationships).”
– Lainna, British Columbia, Canada

“I’m really excited to see that there’s a whole community of us out there; it makes me feel better that I’m not alone in this.”
– Alexis, San Francisco, California

Is the POCF Forum for you?

THIS IS FOR YOU IF:

You want to connect on a deeper level with like-minded women in a safe and fun environment.
You desire personal support and want to relate with others who have been there and ask questions without judgment.
You want to learn ways to focus on strengthening yourself, your relationship, and your family.

THIS IS NOT FOR YOU IF:

You do not want to develop friendships with women in the industry.
You believe “suck it up” is the only way to cope with being a fisherman’s partner.
You are a partner of a sport fisherman. We love our sporties, but being in a relationship with a commercial fisherman is different. It just is!

There has never been a better time to connect with POCFs & here's why:

Take a moment to envision the season or off-season in front of you...

Do you believe that if you don't have support, your emotional and mental health will thrive in this lifestyle? A lifestyle regularly identified as "not for the faint of heart?"
As changes arise (as they always do in commercial fishing), do you have the mental and emotional support to ease transitions for you, your fisherman, and your family?
Do you currently have access to materials and resources about the commercial fishing lifestyle?
Do you currently have a community where you can ask questions about the commercial fishing lifestyle or business?

The only way to find strength and comfort supported is to connect with others in this incredibly unique lifestyle!

"I can’t thank you enough for your website and advice to all women in all different stages of their relationship with a commercial fisherman. I will no doubt visit your site often and contribute as I can." - POCF Jenny, Portland, Oregon.

Join the POCF Private Forum 👯‍♀️⚓️

Frequently Asked Questions:

Is your membership a one-time price or a monthly payment?

Currently, it is a one-time payment, but this will increase in the future. If you sign up today, you will lock down your price indefinitely!

How soon can I access the forum?

Immediately! As soon as your payment is verified, you will be directed to the forum to create your personal forum name and password.

Do you offer refunds?

Due to the nature of the forum, no refunds will be offered.

I am a commercial fisherman. Can I join, too?

We love our fishermen, but this forum is only for partners of commercial fishermen. There are many groups just for commercial fishermen online. BUT if you are a fisherman and a POCF, then yes! We have several members who work with their fishermen, and we'd love to have you aboard!

My partner is a sport fisherman. May I join?

Unfortunately, no. We appreciate similarities in our experience, but the lifestyle in the commercial industry is very different. However, there are many groups for recreational fishermen and families that you can find online!

Just imagine what you could do with a caring group of women who are there for you in the on and off-seasons.

Knowing you have a private community you can rely on is that sweet feeling of being supported even when your partner is away.

Say YES to yourself and ultimately thrive in your POCF experience.

"Woooo! Finally, a place where everyone understands! I’m about to be living the single dog-mom life, so the more virtual friends I can collect, the better. Thanks, Megan!"
- POCF, Seattle, Washington

Join the POCF Private Forum for only $55 per year! 👯‍♀️⚓️

Meet Other POCFs Who Get Your Life & Feel Less Alone.