I keep my fish in the one-pint yogurt size containers. I freeze the fish filets in water and cover with the lid. I only keep about six containers in the door shelve of the freezer. This amount is just enough for the wife and me. I am like you I bring home fresh fish to eat more than I should. We don't run out and I do have fish on hand for company in emergencies. I do give fish to a couple of folks that can really use them. I think I got a good plan nothing goes to the trash or woods.