This page contains information on this years scallop season, picturesinformation on scallops and how to book your scallop charter today. Citrus countys scallop season for 2018 is from july 1 to sept. It is a photo of beautiful recreational boats, guides making a living and people having fun. Scallops florida scalloping scallop season crystal river. Scallop season in florida crystal river, florida facebook. Call manatee tour and dive 186679533 to book your next scallop expedition. We have year round swimming with manatees, fishing and sightseeing. The states prime scallop grounds steinhatchee, homosassa and crystal river have the perfect combination of both fresh and saltwater. 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.
Scalloping in crystal river out of the office today. Our newest little traveler is due the first week of september so, unfortunately, this was our last getaway of 2018. The best time to go is on a slack tide, when the grass blades stand straight up. Fwc approves regional bay scallop seasons for 2018 with. For locals here in crystal river, the summer time brings scallop season. Scallop season crystal river fishing report fishingbooker. We have been staying in 56 feet of water early morning has been the best time with a out going tide. See the fwcs 2017 scallop abundance report for the most current information available. 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 scalloping scallop season crystal river fl. We provide masks, snorkel, fins, scallop bag, and the required state license. 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. Scalloping in crystal river is an exciting recreation for the whole family. Scallop season 2019 will open july 1st and end september 24th.
Week scallop season vintage crystal river t shirt teechip. What a beautiful time of year to be on the nature coast of florida. The weather is warming as we transition from spring to summer here in crystal river, fl. On a recent july afternoon, we had the chance to venture out for some scalloping in homosassa, just south of crystal river, on central floridas west coast. The scallop population in pasco county decreased from 2017 to 2018. Bay scallop season opens june 16 florida sportsman. You are welcome to bring your own equipment if you like. 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. That is a pretty warm time here in citrus county, so getting into the water feels great. The commission also approved a trial bay scallop season in state waters off pasco county in 2018. Scalloping tours crystal river, florida birds underwater. The ultimate voyage scallop hunt and manatee snorkel 6 hour vip adventure crystal river.
Scallop harvesting dates, locations, and rules to follow. Join to earn teechip cash log in sign up log in sign up. The daily limit is two gallons of whole bay scallops in shell, or one pint of bay scallop meat per person. Last weeks announcement pertained only to the 2018 seasons. Scalloping charters scalloping in crystal river, fl. Scalloping season starts july 1st in crystal river. The 2017 bay scallop abundance survey showed that scallops are less abundant than in 2016 but more evenly spread out across the scalloping grounds. Check out over 224 recent crystal river fishing reports posted by pro anglers. Recreational scalloping season 2018 ufifas nature coast. Crystal river s nature coast area may be the most popular scallop harvesting destination in florida.
Crystal river 2018 scalloping with aubrey, tonya, and. Fwc finalizes 2018 scallop season news the star, port. The crystal river boathouse is all about offering you beautiful views of the bay, comfortable accommodations and water access just steps from your door. The harvesting of bay scallops is popular in coastal communities across florida, nalley said, like in steinhatchee or crystal river. Crystal river is one the premier areas for recreational scalloping. Search the sea grass beds of the shallow gulf for the tasty morsels. So far weve been able to do a philadelphia trip, raleigh trip, yellowstone and grand teton trip, and just got back from scalloping in crystal river, fl. Scallop season brings in big dollars to the crystal river area and provides family fun and despite your criticisms. Join us for a scalloping adventure in the gulf of mexico where the scenery is beautiful and the scallops are plentiful. The 2018 numbers are not available yet they are likely to be released in july 2018.
We can accommodate groups small and large with the finest captains in the biz. Distressed vacation week scallop season 2018 crystal river, steinhatchee homasassa t shirt distressed vacation week scallop season 2018 crystal river, steinhatchee homasassa t shirt what are you looking for. In steinhatchee the season opened in early june because local stakeholder believed that early start more beneficial to the economy. They were scarce but the water was amazing and we all certainly had a good time. Scallop in the gulf and snorkel with manatees in comfort on one of the fastest and nicest boats on the water. 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 harvest area in 2019, and will work toward creating a more permanent season structure starting in 2020. If youre looking to get in on the hunt, then youll need a boat, mask, snorkel, saltwater fishing license and dive flag. Scalloping charters the 2020 scalloping season is almost here. Scallops are caught by hand, while snorkeling along the beautiful salt water grass flats of crystal river and homosassa florida. Usually in season from july 1st through september, scallops flood our local flats in massive numbers. People from all over love to hear those words, when fun in the water and the season s best eats arrive just in time to beat the midsummer florida heat. Scalloping in homosassa and the gulf coast area crystal. Scalloping season usually starts in june or july and ends in september. Levy, citrus and hernando counties including cedar key, crystal river, and homosassa.
Crystal river is known for its incredible fishery, and crystal clear waters that are home to a wide variety of wildlife. This includes all state waters from the suwannee river to the fenholloway river. A family tradition in crystal river scalloping in the gulf coast. This includes all state waters from the suwannee river. Saltwater followed by the refreshing springs make for an extraordinary vip experience. 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 year. 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. Scallop season dates for levy, citrus, and hernando counties. The 2018 recreational bay scallop season for dixie county and a portion of taylor county opens june 16 and will remain open through sept. Spots are filling up quick so plan ahead and book now. On todays adventure july 20, 2019 we went to crystal river and tried our luck with scalloping.