Search the sea grass beds of the shallow gulf for the tasty morsels. Crystal river, florida 2020 scalloping season outlook. Scalloping in homosassa and the gulf coast area crystal river. Fwc seeks stability in setting scallop dates local news. Each year, the florida fish and wildlife commission evaluates the bay scallop population and decides upon the appropriate season for recreational harvesting. Its no wonder people come from all over the country to go scalloping in our local waters. Lastly, the scalloping season usually runs from july 1 through september 10th. Fwcs population data wont be available to june but from our recent scouting trips their numbers look to be in good shape our 2020 crystal river season runs july 1stseptember 24th. Scalloping in homosassa and the gulf coast area crystal. Scallops florida scalloping scallop season crystal river. The daily limit is two gallons of whole bay scallops in shell, or one pint of bay scallop meat per person. Scallop season starts a week early this year and runs two extra weeks.
Fwcs population data wont be available to june but, we will begin scouting ourselves in april and may to see how. Its recommended to book early as this is the busiest time of year for us. Scallop season 2020 will open july 1st and end september 24th. Levy, citrus and hernando counties including cedar key, crystal river, and homosassa. The scallops are plentiful this year in crystal river. Our native scallop charter guides will lead you on the ultimate underwater treasure hunt. Scalloping in our clear gulf waters makes for a great day, and you can even have a local. Scallop season dates for levy, citrus, and hernando counties. Scalloping in crystal river is an exciting recreation for the whole family. This page contains information on this years scallop season, picturesinformation on scallops and how to book your scallop charter today. The 2020 scallop season in citrus, levy and hernando counties will be. With the 4 hour scallop excursion you will accompany our master captain out to the shallow grass beds of the gulf of mexico and you will be amazed at the sights. Part snorkeling experience, part underwater easter egg hunt and part saltwater fishing trip, scalloping along the unspoiled shores of crystal river and homosassa provides a salty adventure to water lovers of all ages. Crystal river is one of the most popular destinations in florida for recreational scalloping.
Commission regulates harvesting of scallops, like it does all of floridas fisheries, and the 2020 recreational bay scallop harvest season begins wednesday july 1, 2020. Crystal river opening weekend of scallop season 2018 justin whaley. Spots are filling up quick so plan ahead and book now. Crystal river s nature coast area may be the most popular scallop harvesting destination in florida. Theres no better place to make your scalloping home away from home than the plantation on crystal river.
Here at river ventures and safaris we have many scallop options for your family including departures from both our crystal river and homosassa locations this. Searching for scallops is so much fun, some people just cant get enough. Scallop fishing gear is quite different than your traditional fishing gear. Crystal river opening weekend of scallop season 2018. Crystal river is one the premier areas for recreational scalloping.
Levy, citrus and hernando counties including cedar key, crystal river and homosassa. Florida scallop season 2020 crystal river florida scalloping. Since scalloping reopened in the crystal river area in 2002, after being banned for several years, crystal river has proven to be one of the most poplar areas for scalloping. Part snorkeling experience, part underwater easter egg hunt and part saltwater. With just a mask, snorkel and fins you, too, can jump in and experience the adventure of diving for scallops. Direct transit of legallyharvested bay scallops is allowed through closed areas. Captain dan and elizabeth head five and a half hours up to crystal river to try our hand at scalloping follow us as we meet subscribers david and melissa and explore crystal river and homosassa. A family tradition in crystal river scalloping in the gulf coast. Our adventure center is your scalloping headquarters, our in house guides are all coast guard certified captains and licensed dive masters and instructors. Scalloping season in crystal river starts july the 1st.
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