Freshwater mussel species from other families, such as the Asian mussel have no hold or ownership restrictions. For information on mussel season, see the 2022 Puget Sound Mussels, Mussels and Oysters Season Guide. For a list of tides in the Puget Sound area that promote good harvest results, check out the 2022 Best Clam and Oyster Harvest Tides chart. Mussels can only be picked by hand. The use of Braille displays, crow`s foot bars or other mechanical methods is prohibited. Freshwater mussels, live or dead, may not be accepted for future sale. Some families of freshwater mussels can be harvested for personal use. The catch limit for freshwater mussels from these families is 10 per person (or 20 half-shells). The property limit is two days (see photos below and FAQ).

Here you will find information about public shellfish, shellfish and oyster beaches, including harvest times, beach locations and the current status of the Ministry of Health. Learn about daily size limits for shellfish, algae and shellfish crops. Clams are one of the most sought-after species of shellfish in Washington State. ** Due to unpredictable water quality in September and October, even in dry weather, the opening of the Hampton-Seabrook Estuary mussel plains is postponed to November 1. Other shells (surf shells and razor blade, mahogany quahog). If state waters are fished, a fishing license is required. 75 lbs of braised meat or 625 lbs of unschmort (shell)/day Find out about national equipment rules for crabs, shrimp and crayfish. Clam, small-necked or cherry-stone mussel (Mercenaria mercenaria) Each year, sport fishermen catch more than one million pounds of Dungeness crabs. Brochure on sport fishing rules 2021-2022. These rules will come into force on July 1, 2021. Note: In addition to the regulations listed below, there is more information about freshwater and Florida mussels and related research.

Here you will find up-to-date information on the health and season of shellfish and shellfish beaches and shellfish beaches. See changes to emergency rules, including changes to fishing rules issued by WDFW. * Temporary closures of shellfish fishing areas may occur due to high bacterial numbers, red tides or other pollution issues. For updates, call the Clam Flat Helpline at 1-800-43-CLAMS. If WDFW can restore your equipment and it has been correctly identified, we may attempt to return it to you. Open from 1. November to April 14 diving; December 1 – April 14 by excavators.