How do you get a shellfish license in MA?
Anyone over the age of 14 must have a license to take shellfish. Fishers under age 14 must be with a licensed adult. Purchase licenses at the police department, 4 Fairgrounds Road, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in summer. Fees: Seasonal fees are resident, $35; resident over age 60, free; non-resident (all ages), $125.
Do you need a permit to clam in Cape Cod?
A permit is required for taking eels, sea worms or shellfish from the coastal waters of Eastham. Shellfish Permits are issued at the Sticker Office, Memorial Day to mid-August. Call 508-240-5976.
Can you clam in Nantucket?
You can dig one 10-quart bucket of soft-shell clams on Sundays only through June 15. And you can rake for quahogs any day of the year and bring home a 1/2 bushel per week. If you’re not sure of Nantucket’s recreational shellfish regulations, you can peruse them at this link on the town’s web site.
What months can you go clamming?
Common lore states that we should only be eating shellfish, especially oysters, in months with the letter “R.” So we can help ourselves to all the oysters, mussels, and clams we can eat from September through April, but put the brakes on come May.
How much is a lobster license in Massachusetts?
$55 per person
Fees
| Name | Fee | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Recreational Lobster Permit (resident) | $55 | per person |
| Recreational Lobster Permit (non-resident) | $75 | per person |
Can you eat clams from Revere Beach?
“Revere Beach is classified as prohibited and the clams are contaminated,” Kennedy said. “They’re not safe to eat. It’s a sanitary classification.”
Can you dig clams in Massachusetts?
You can go clamming yourself all along Massachusetts’ extensive coastline. You’ll need a large rake, a bucket, sensible shoes (for wading through the mud), and a clam gauge to measure the size of the many, many clams you’re sure to dig up. But you can’t just start digging wherever you think looks promising.
Do you need a license to crab in Massachusetts?
Do I need a permit for green crabs? The permit is not needed to take, keep, or land green crabs as they are an inedible invasive species. However, state law requires individuals to hold an authorization from the Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) to harvest green crabs.
How do you dig for clams in Massachusetts?
Begin by looking for holes in tidal flat areas and use the clam fork to dig down deep enough to get the clams. You need to start digging in an area about one or two feet in front of where you see clam holes, then dig forward about five or six inches at a time, until you have dug as deep as you can.
Where can I catch oysters on Cape Cod?
| Farm / Producer | What’s Growing | Town |
|---|---|---|
| Beach Point Oysters | Seafood | W. Barnstable 5 mi |
| Cape Cod Heirlooms Farm | Fruit, Vegetables, Herbs, Dairy + Eggs, Seafood, Nursery + Flowers, Spreads, Specialty, Baked Goods chemical-free | Sandwich 10 mi |
| East Dennis Oyster Farm | Seafood | South Dennis 11 mi |
| Cottage City Oysters | Seafood | Oak Bluffs 18 mi |
Where is the best place to dig for clams?
They tend to congregate along the shorelines, so I like to look for them in areas from the low-tide mark out to about 4 feet deep (at low tide). Pay attention to the seafloor as you are looking. Once you start finding clams, take note of the bottom type, and look for other similar areas.
What do I need to go clamming?
Things You’ll Need
- Sturdy shoes.
- Complete change of clothes.
- Shovel.
- Bucket.
- Bowl.
- Washcloth.
- Rake (optional)
- Clam digging license (if needed)