You need a saltwater license but if you book with us, the license is included in the price. For the first time since 1994, state waters off pasco county will be open to bay scallop harvest during a 10day trial season july 2029, 2018. Recreational scalloping in floridaflorida sea grant. Direct transit of legallyharvested bay scallops is allowed through closed areas. The scalloping season for citrus county, which includes crystal river and homosassa, began july 1 and runs through sept. Theres a big push to stop the throwing of scallop shells in the river and canals.
A florida scallop scooper willing to travel will be able to harvest these tasty little morsels from june 16th through. Scalloping in crystal river 2020 scalloping season crystal river, fl. The florida bay scallop is a bivalve mollusk that grows and lives in seagrass beds in relatively shallow water, usually 4 to 10 feet deep. The good time motel is where you should stay when you visit this stepbackintime area. This includes all state waters from the suwannee river. Jun 07, 2018 as in 2016 and 2017, the 2018 bay scallop season in st. Joseph bay will not open with the rest of the harvest areas. The daily limit is two gallons of whole bay scallops in shell, or one pint of bay scallop meat per person. The steinhatchee inn is an allsuites inn, we look forward to welcoming you. Be sure to apply sunscreen before you leave the marina, and remember to. Direct access to the gulf without all the boat traffic.
This region includes all state waters from the mexico beach canal in bay county to the westernmost point of st. Jul 09, 2018 published on jul 9, 2018 tried to do a little fishing and scalloping on opening weekend with colin and aubrey but the rain was horrible when we tried to fish. Prior to 2018, scalloping had not been available in pasco county. In late 2018 or early 2019, the fwc will set the 2019 seasons for gulf and pasco counties, consider continuing the 2018 season structure for the remaining portions of the open scallop harvest area in 2019, and will work toward creating a more permanent season structure for 2020 and beyond. Crystal river opening weekend of scallop season 2018 youtube. You can keep 2 gallons of whole scallops per person or 10 gallons per boat, which ever is less. Planning on going scalloping this bay scallop season. Scalloping in crystal river is an exciting recreation for the whole family. Thousands of residents and visitors will flock to the shallow coastal areas of floridas. The splendid river views and majestic sunsets are yours to keep.
Floridas scallop season is an underwater easter egg hunt. Scallop season returning to pasco county bay news 9. Plan ahead for the 2020 scallop season and reserve your spot now. The 2018 recreational bay scallop season for dixie county and a. Levy, citrus and hernando counties including cedar key, crystal river, and homosassa. Fwc approves regional bay scallop seasons for 2018. By linesider 159, june 5, 2018 in florida west central.
Summer is the time when the florida scalloping season officially kicks off. The owners and staff are incredibly warm and welcoming, calling you by name the first time you arrive. At one time scallops were reported from as far east as west palm beach and as far west as pensacola. We invite you to come stay awhile, you are sure to take away. Jun 14, 2019 bay scallop harvesting season 2019 dates new port richey, fl for those craving freshly harvested panseared scallops or, perhaps, scallops sauteed in butter wine sauce, the wait is almost over. Additional bay scallop season dates for 2018 are as. Its midjuly, the second week of scalloping season, in a place that locals claim is the scalloping capital of the world. The florida fish and wildlife commission has decided to allow a 10day scalloping season off the coast of pasco in july. Fwc approves regional bay scallop seasons for 2018 greene.
Different regions of floridas gulf coast have staggered scallop season dates. Scallop season dates for 2019 please participate in fwc bay. Its no wonder people come from all over the country to go scalloping in our local waters. The short season started in 2018 after 24 years of no scalloping. The 2018 recreational bay scallop season for dixie county and a portion of taylor county opens june 16 and will remain open through sept. Fwc commissioners will schedule 2019s scallop season dates in either late 2018 or early 2019, and want to know how this years season goes. In late 2018 or early 2019, the fwc will consider setting the 2019 seasons for gulf and pasco counties, consider continuing the 2018 season structure for the remaining portions of the open scallop.
Recreational scalloping season 2018 ufifas nature coast. Dec 14, 2018 scallop season dates for 2019 please participate in fwc bay scallop survey by floridas original naturecoaster posted on december 14, 2018 the florida fish and wildlife conservation commission fwc is gathering input on the bay scallop season structure for 2020 and beyond via an online survey. Jun 29, 2018 summer is the time when the florida scalloping season officially kicks off. Scallop season june 16september 10, 2018 steinhatchee, florida. Fwc finalizes 2018 scallop season news the star, port. Florida fish and wildlife conservation commission, fwc, saltwater, fishing, season, rules, scallops, gulf of mexico. Steinhatchee river inn steinhatchee river inn official. Feb 15, 2018 last week the florida fish and wildlife conservation commission formally approved new, regionspecific, bay scallop seasons for 2018. What you need to know there are many reasons to celebrate summer in florida, and many others to curse it, but one of the best treats is the opening of scallop season. Bay scallop harvesting season 2019 dates new port richey, fl for. 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. Last week the florida fish and wildlife conservation commission formally approved new, regionspecific, bay scallop seasons for 2018. Thousands of residents and visitors will flock to the coastal areas of florida between the pascohernando county line and mexico beach canal to seek out their limit of scallops.
The fwc is very interested in understanding whether the public prefers regional differences in the season dates or a consistent season across the harvest area, as well as what season dates work best. Fwc finalizes 2018 scallop season news the star, port st. Nestled in the wild habitat preserves of steinhatchee, fl, the steinhatchee river inn provides the charm of a comfortable, country setting. Scallop season dates for 2019 please participate in fwc. In florida, the waters in the gulf of mexico that are open to scallop harvest extend from the pascohernando county line near aripeka latitude 28 degrees, 26. The commission also approved a trial bay scallop season in state waters off pasco county in 2018. Jun 15, 2018 the 2018 recreational bay scallop season for dixie county and a portion of taylor county opens june 16 and will remain open through sept. Steinhatchee, florida is a very tiny town of only about 1,500 fulltime residents and is known for amazing scalloping and fishing off of its gulf coast. Bay scallop season opens june 16 florida sportsman. Each year, the florida fish and wildlife commission evaluates the bay scallop population and decides upon the appropriate season for recreational harvesting. Each area of this florida has a different time that is allowed for scallop harvesting. Scallop season dates for levy, citrus, and hernando counties. Scallop harvesting dates, locations, and rules to follow tallahassee.
Scalloping returns to pasco county for trial season. Scallop season dates for 2019 please participate in fwc bay scallop survey by florida s original naturecoaster posted on december 14, 2018 the florida fish and wildlife conservation commission fwc is gathering input on the bay scallop season structure for 2020 and beyond via an online survey. The florida fish and wildlife conservation commission regulates harvesting of scallops, like it does all of florida s fisheries, and the 2020 recreational bay scallop harvest season begins wednesday july 1, 2020. The conservation of this species is important for recreation and the economics of these coastal areas. A family tradition in crystal river plantation on crystal river. Joe is historically a popular spot for scalloping in florida but is closed for scalloping this 2017 season until further notice.
Scalloping in homosassa and the gulf coast area crystal. Whether the scallops are collected by hand or by dredge, the warmweather scallop season creates the opportunity for new seafood recipes. A lot of signs all over and rumors that an enforceable ordinance will be. Bay scallop fwc florida fish and wildlife conservation.
Our captains will take you to the best grass beds to fill. Harvest permitted only by hand or by using a landing or dip net. Citrus countys scallop season for 2018 is from july 1 to sept. Scallop harvesting dates, locations, and rules to follow. Bay scallop season opens july 1 in franklinnw taylor and levyhernando counties florida boating resource guide pingback. Instead, the season will open late august 17 september 30, 2018 but the bag limit is the standard bag limit. Its also called the best place to scallop in florida. The scallops are plentiful this year in crystal river. Fwcs population data wont be available to june but, we will begin scouting ourselves in april and may to see how.
Recreational scalloping in florida the florida bay scallop is a bivalve mollusk that lives in seagrass beds in relatively shallow water, usually 4 to 10 feet deep. Fwcs population data wont be available to june but, we will begin scouting ourselves in april and may to see how concentrated they are. This page contains information on this years scallop season, picturesinformation on scallops and how to book your scallop charter today. Our native scallop guides will lead you on the ultimate underwater treasure hunt. The florida fish and wildlife conservation commission fwc approved regionallyspecific bay scallop open season dates for 2018, including a change to the season for levy, citrus and hernando counties that was proposed in december. The scallop hunter complete resource for recreational. On good advice, i skipped the first week, when an astounding 200 boats queue up every hour to claim the first harvest. The 2016 season has been postponed from august 22nd to september 6th in this location. Crystal river opening weekend of scallop season 2018. They can be steamed or boiled and tossed with garlic butter and a little seasoning, then served alongside a plate of pasta, crab cakes or steak. Thats a shorter season than the one for lobsters, but, while it lasts, its just about as much fun as you and your family can have.
Cape san blas is in the far left light green section called st. At its december meeting in gainesville, the florida fish and wildlife conservation commission fwc discussed draft changes that would create regionallyspecific bay scallop open seasons and would allow a trial scalloping season in state waters off pasco county in 2018. Book our blue pelican marina vacation rental house now for the 2018 scallop season which start on july 1st through september 25th in hernando county. Natural north floridas 2018 bay scallop season opens soon. You can find charter captains, boat ramp information, places to stay, maps of the area, and maps to the boat ramps as well as marinas, dive shops, and additional resources in each area. Tried to do a little fishing and scalloping on opening weekend with colin and aubrey but the rain was horrible when we tried to fish. Jun 16, 2018 scallop season 2019 a day full of scalloping and boating fails in port st.
Recreational scallop season 2017 nature coast biological. Recreational harvesters need a florida saltwater fishing license to harvest bay scallops unless they are 1. The revamp includes moving the scallop season in st. Jun 14, 2018 in late 2018 or early 2019, the fwc will set the 2019 seasons for gulf and pasco counties, consider continuing the 2018 season structure for the remaining portions of the open scallop harvest area. Essentially, our most popular scalloping areas steinhatchee, keaton beach and horseshoe beach open on june 16, while northern parts of. At one time scallops were reported from palm beach to pensacola. At its february meeting near tallahassee, the florida fish and wildlife conservation commission fwc approved regionallyspecific bay scallop open season dates for 2018, including a change to the season for levy, citrus and hernando counties that was proposed in december. Steinhatchee scallops steinhatchee vacation rentals. Fwc approves regional bay scallop seasons for 2018 with some changes from original proposal at its february meeting near tallahassee, the florida fish and wildlife conservation commission fwc approved regionallyspecific bay scallop open season dates for 2018, including a change to the season for levy, citrus and hernando counties that was proposed in december. Recreational bay scallop season is quickly approaching. Different regions of florida s gulf coast have staggered scallop season dates. Map by the florida fish and wildlife conservation commission. Plan ahead for 2018fwc discusses regional bay scallop. Bay scallop harvesting season 2019 dates new port richey, fl for those craving freshly harvested panseared scallops or, perhaps, scallops sauteed in butter wine sauce, the wait is.
Recreational scalloping in flo rida the florida bay scallop is a bivalve mollusk that lives in seagrass beds in relatively shallow water, usually 4 to 10 feet deep. Mar 29, 2018 the florida fish and wildlife conservation commission fwc approved regionallyspecific bay scallop open season dates for 2018, including a change to the season for levy, citrus and hernando counties that was proposed in december. Scallop season 2020 in crystal river, fl visit florida. In late 2018 or early 2019, the fwc will set the 2019 seasons for gulf and pasco counties, consider continuing the 2018 season structure for the remaining portions of the open scallop. Harvesting bay scallops is a fun outdoor activity for the whole family, said florida fish and wildlife conservation commission fwc chairman bo rivard. Fwc approves regional bay scallop seasons for 2018 with some changes from original proposal. Joe, keaton beach, steinhatchee, crystal river and homosassa. There are new approved regionallyspecific bay scallop open season dates for 2018 according to the florida fish and wildlife conservation commission. Recreational boating in the nature coast reaches peak levels during scallop season, so expect congestion at boat ramps. Scalloping season for 2019 is between july 1 through september 24. During scallop season in florida, boaters and swimmers flock to places like port st. Fwc approves regional bay scallop seasons for 2018 with some. Also, there is now a short season in pasco county from aripeka down to anclote key in tarpon springs. Joseph bay, here youll find some of the tastiest scallops in the sunshine state.