Well, let me tell ya, if you ever find yourself down in Depoe Bay, Oregon, you gotta go crabbing. It’s one of them things you just gotta do. Don’t matter if you’re a city slicker or a country bumpkin, everyone loves a good crab feed.
Crabbing in Depoe Bay, that’s what they call it. And let me tell you, it ain’t hard. Even this old woman can do it! You don’t need no fancy gear or nothin’. Just a crab pot, some bait, and a little bit of patience.
Now, where to go crabbing? Well, they say Depoe Bay is one of the best spots. Lots of them Dungeness crabs there, the tasty kind. You can go off a dock, a pier, or even from the shore. I heard tell of some folks using them foldin’ crab traps, newfangled things they are, but I stick to what I know.
- Docks and Piers: Easy peasy. Just drop your pot down and wait. Good for folks who don’t like gettin’ their feet wet.
- Beaches and Shore: A bit more work, but you can find some good spots. Just watch out for the waves!
- Jetties: Rocky and can be slippery, but them crabs like to hang around there.
When’s the best time to go? Well, folks say September to November is prime time. But you can catch crabs pretty much year-round. I reckon late summer and early winter are good too. Just gotta check the rules and regulations, don’t want to be breakin’ no laws.
Now, about them crabs. Dungeness crabs, they’re the prize. Big and meaty, oh so good with a bit of butter. But you gotta make sure they’re big enough to keep. Them little fellas gotta grow up, you know. There’s rules about size and you gotta throw the females back, so they can make more crabs.
What kind of bait to use? Well, everyone’s got their secrets. Some folks use chicken, some use fish, some use clams. Me? I like to use what them crabs are already eatin’. Whatever’s around, you know? Don’t gotta be fancy, just gotta be smelly.
And how to catch ’em? Like I said, it ain’t rocket science. You put your bait in the pot, drop it down, wait a while, and pull it up. Sometimes you get lucky, sometimes you don’t. That’s just fishing, or crabbin’, I guess. Don’t get discouraged if you don’t catch nothin’ right away. Just keep tryin’. And remember, patience is key.
Now, some folks go out on boats, charters they call ’em. That’s alright if you got the money, but I like to keep my feet on solid ground. Besides, you can catch just as many crabs from the shore if you know what you’re doin’. It’s all about findin’ the right spot and usin’ the right bait.
And when you do catch them crabs, you gotta cook ’em up right. Boil ’em in salty water, that’s the way to do it. And then, oh boy, then comes the feast. Crack ’em open, dip ’em in butter, and enjoy! There’s nothin’ quite like fresh crab, let me tell you.
So, if you’re ever in Depoe Bay, go crabbing. It’s a good way to spend a day, get some fresh air, and maybe even catch a tasty meal. Just remember to be safe, follow the rules, and have fun. That’s what it’s all about.
And don’t forget to bring plenty of butter! You’ll be needin’ it.
And one more thing, don’t be tellin’ everyone about my secret spots now, ya hear? Some things are best kept close to the vest.
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