This research was conducted in the town of San Miguel, Balangiga, which is surrounded by the ocean and has one of the highest numbers of fishermen in the entire Balangiga area. Most residents rely on the sea for their livelihood. Balangiga is not only rich in fishing resources but also in fishing methods rooted in their culture, shaped by time and extensive experience. The purposive sampling method was used to select the respondents. A total of five respondents were carefully chosen based on the study's criteria. According to the respondents' answers, Balangigan-on fishermen use various fishing methods, such as handline fishing, net fishing, and sinaw fishing. The study also revealed some beliefs related to bringing good luck and avoiding misfortune in their fishing practices.

Culture