Well now, if you’re lookin’ to catch some crabs down in Netarts, you’re in for a real treat. You gotta know the lay of the land, though, and it ain’t all just simple tossin’ your net in the water. There’s a few tricks to it, and I’m here to tell ya how it’s done, the way we’ve been doin’ it for years.
First off, you gotta know where to go. Netarts Bay, that’s the spot. It’s a big bay, and it’s got crabs all over the place. You see, folks from all over come here, not just for the crabs, but for the peace and quiet, too. It’s real nice, with the waves slappin’ at the shore and the fresh air in your lungs. But the best part? The crabs. Oh, they’re plentiful in that water.
Now, to get to crabbing, you got a couple options. If you’re in a boat, well, that’s probably the best way to go. You can launch right outta the boat basin, and from there, head out into the main channel. Crabs like it near the edges of the channel, so that’s where you’ll wanna drop your traps. Just outside the main shipping channel is where we’ve had the best luck. If you don’t have a boat, no worries! You can walk right in from the shore, but you might need some tough shoes ’cause it’s rocky in places. I reckon a good old garden fork with some heavy tines is what you’ll need if you’re gonna dig around.
So, how do you catch these crabs? Well, let me tell ya, crabs ain’t too picky, but they do like certain things. You gotta use seaweed, that’s a big one. They love it. And then there’s this stuff called aniseed seed oil—might sound fancy, but it’s just something that makes the crabs think there’s a big ol’ feast in the water. If you ain’t got that, don’t worry too much. Just make sure your bait stinks real good. Crabs, they like stink. Trust me on that!
The best time to go crabbing is just a few hours after low tide. That’s when the crabs are the most active. You don’t want to be out there when the water’s real high or the currents are strong, ‘cause your traps might get all messed up, and that’s no good for anyone.
Now, folks around here know that there’s a few other places besides Netarts where you can find crabs, too. You got Nehalem Bay, Tillamook Bay, and Siletz Bay. They’re all good spots, but Netarts is where we go if we want the best haul. If you’re ever near the Nestucca River in Pacific City, that’s another good one. Just make sure you’re at the mouth of the river, and you’ll be in luck.
So, to sum it up, crabbing in Netarts is about knowin’ your spots, usin’ the right bait, and makin’ sure you’re there at the right time. Don’t be shy about gettin’ your hands a little dirty, and always check your traps. And when you get home with a big ol’ bucket of crabs, well, that’s when the real fun begins—cookin’ ‘em up and enjoyin’ a feast with your loved ones. There ain’t nothin’ better than that!
Hope this helps ya out. Now, go on and catch yerself some crabs!
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