

Ready to go crabbing? Start planning your next trip to Alabama’s beaches today. For more information on recreational crabbing, visit Outdoor Alabama to review the rules and regulations. Keep in mind that, even for recreational crabbing, you must have a saltwater fishing license.
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Join for free Daily Goals How does this food fit into your daily goals Calorie Goal 1913 Cal. Track macros, calories, and more with MyFitnessPal. Have a container to keep your crab alive to make sure it is safe to consume. Per Blue Maryland Blue Crab (Medium/steamed) Serving Size: 1 large crab. Crabs are not picky eaters, so you can use most anything for bait, and fish parts work well. A net will be necessary if you plan to keep the crab for dinner. Drop the line and when a crab finds it, pull him slowly to the shore. Just tie the bait to the end of the line with a sinker. The most basic crabbing is accomplished with a line and bait. You can obtain your fishing license here and take advantage of all of the pier’s facilities and amenities, including bait and tackle, souvenirs, and concessions.īaskets aren’t the only way to catch blue crabs.

Gulf State Park Pier is a great place to go recreational crabbing or fishing. Then, all you have to do is drop them from a pier, sea wall, kayak or canoe and wait. You can purchase these inexpensive tools at one of the many tackle shops in the area. The most common method used to catch blue crabs is a crab basket. The claws on the adult female blue crab are tipped with red. They are striking to spot with their often bright-blue claws and olive-colored carapace (shell). Blue crabs are found in the back bays and waterways during the summer months. Also known as the Chesapeake blue crab or the Atlantic blue crab, these crabs are strong swimmerslargely due to their fifth pair of legs, which are shaped like paddles. You can catch these creatures and cook them up for a delicious meal or just have fun catching and releasing them. Hunting for blue crab is also a great family activity.
