As proven in the 20 seasons ofDeadliest Catch, nothing is for certain.
Things can change on a whim, and security is something not to take for granted.
Fan-favoriteJake Andersonhas learned this the hard way.
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Celebrating its triumphant 20th season, Discovery Channel has upped the ante with the latest season ofDeadliest Catch.
As a perennial star onDeadliest Catch,things drastically changed for Jake at the beginning of Season 20.
Discussing his experience onDeadliest Catch, Jake stated, “For me, it’s my life.
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It means my life.
With over 10 years of experience, a new journey began for Jake.
Jake said, “With the boat, I found out on a Friday in August.
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Everything was situated to go red crab fishing.
Then on September 1, things started to look dark.
I lost my boat.”
It seemed fitting asit was the ship where it all began for Jake.
As fishermen and fisherwomen, the camaraderie is something special.
It’s a very honorable profession.
Deadliest Catchis a show known for close encounters and dangerous conditions.
Earlier in the season,Captain Keith Colburnexperienced a terrifying medical emergency.
Captain Jake Anderson has seen this happen before his own eyes.
Anderson leapt into action to help his fallen crew member.
The crew and camera team alike dragged Chino inside the vessel to render aid.
ADeadliest Catchproducer joined in to help as Anderson helped brace Chino and they suspected the worst.
Ultimately, Chino returned to work on F/V Titan Explorer.
Prior to having a life at sea, Anderson aspired to be a professional snowboarder.
It hit Anderson hard as he broke down, “Tom was my best friend.
Him and I rebuilt the f-ing Saga.
By the end of the season, Anderson was nearing his quota, falling short by 8,000 crabs.
The weather was uncooperative, making the terrifying potential of failing even harder to overcome.
Anderson saved his job, but Season 20 was not smooth sailing.
