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  • 5.0
    /5
    (4 Hour Trip – Lobstering & Fishing)

    Great Experience!!

    Great start to our guys trip! Would definitely recommend. Crew was excellent and professional! Thank you for the experience!
    Michael G.
    Michael G.
    Reviewed on Sep 19, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (HALF DAY SALMON (PM))

    Great trip been on a few good captain on the fish fun time

    Caught lots of salmon released 12 missed a few got 5 and other fish no issues great captain to talk to and deal with going back next year for sure
    Larry W.
    Larry W.
    Reviewed on Sep 18, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (Full Day Trip (Private))

    caught our limit both days!

    We did a shared boat first day, and a private our second day. We limited out on rockfish both days, second day thr ling cod bite wasnt working, so we shifted out for Petrale and ended up hooking a 39" nearshore halibut and a nice petrale sole. fantastic experience, knowledgeable of the fisheries and all around nice guy to have as a guide. super personable and a fun guy to have as a captain. i cannot recommend him enough
    Dustin F.
    Dustin F.
    Reviewed on Sep 19, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (Morning Half Day – Salmon Trolling)

    Epic sunrise experience!

    We had an epic sunrise! We’re a family of four with two children, ages 11 and 9, and Captain Wayne was friendly and, most of all, incredibly patient and great with the kids. They loved the experience! We couldn’t have asked for better conditions, and we caught our limit of salmon. It was truly a memorable family adventure, and we would highly recommend Captain Wayne!
    Melhem W.
    Melhem W.
    Reviewed on Sep 17, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (Crabbing)

    Was a great trip!

    Bob made this little crabbing excursion a lot of fun for 4 adults and a 12 year old who had never been on a boat before. Walked away with enough crab for a few meals! Go hang out with Bob on your next fishing trip. You’ll thoroughly enjoy it!
    Denyce M.
    Denyce M.
    Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026
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About Crab fishing

Size
4-6 inches
Food Value
Excellent
Game Quality
None

Crab fishing is a hands-on, family-friendly way to catch delicious seafood. Anglers target species like Dungeness, Blue Crab, Stone Crab, Snow Crab, Red Rock, and Mud Crab. The goal is simple. Set your gear, let it soak, and haul in a tasty catch.

Most trips use pots, traps, rings, or snares. A pot or trap is a cage that Crabs crawl into for bait. A ring is a flat net you lift quickly from the bottom. A snare is a looped rig that tightens when a Crab grabs the bait. You can crab from shore, a pier, or a boat. Common baits include fish scraps or chicken.

Expect a relaxed, stop-and-check style of fishing. Crews set gear in bays, estuaries, or near structure, then return to pull it. Kids and first-timers love the quick excitement of each haul. Bring gloves for safe handling and a cooler with ice. A ruler or gauge helps you measure shell width before keeping a Crab. Watch those claws and handle Crabs from the back.

Before your trip, check local rules for licenses or permits. Seasons, daily limits, and size limits vary by area and species. Some places restrict harvesting females or certain body parts. Many areas also have gear-marking rules. Always follow current regulations and keep only legal Crabs.

Crab fishing is a hands-on, family-friendly way to catch delicious seafood. Anglers target species like Dungeness, Blue Crab, Stone Crab, Snow Crab, Red Rock, and Mud Crab. The goal is simple. Set your gear, let it soak, and haul in a tasty catch.

Most trips use pots, traps, rings, or snares. A pot or trap is a cage that Crabs crawl into for bait. A ring is a flat net you lift quickly from the bottom. A snare is a looped rig that tightens when a Crab grabs the bait. You can crab from shore, a pier, or a boat. Common baits include fish scraps or chicken.

Expect a relaxed, stop-and-check style of fishing. Crews set gear in bays, estuaries, or near structure, then return to pull it. Kids and first-timers love the quick excitement of each haul. Bring gloves for safe handling and a cooler with ice. A ruler or gauge helps you measure shell width before keeping a Crab. Watch those claws and handle Crabs from the back.

Before your trip, check local rules for licenses or permits. Seasons, daily limits, and size limits vary by area and species. Some places restrict harvesting females or certain body parts. Many areas also have gear-marking rules. Always follow current regulations and keep only legal Crabs.