by Dr. Pat Legros IV
Published 1 year ago
Updated 1 year ago
Be fanatical about freshness.
Check the harvest date. Oysters should have a tag that indicates the date they were harvested. ...
Trust your nose. Oysters should smell like the ocean, according to Brue. ...
Look for seaweed and small crustaceans. ...
Consider the shell. ...
Look for liquid.
Dec 4, 2019
Where can you catch oysters?
Peak oyster harvesting season happens during colder months, especially in late winter and early spring. Traditionally, people harvest oysters during months containing the letter “R”, meaning September to April.
How to catch oysters?
Oyster harvesting is a relatively easy activity. They’re arguably the easiest seafood to catch.
Oyster Types
The most common oysters are the Eastern American Oyster and the Pacific Oyster.
Gear Needed
Whenever you’re collecting shellfish at low tide, you’ll need to wear the right attire to keep from getting soaked to the bone. A good pair of waterproof boots or waders is a must. Check out the LaCross Men’s Hunting Boot for a great all-around option.
Rules & Regulations
Before you go out there grabbing oysters from the seas, you’ll need to check your local regulations. Don’t forget to check if it is oyster harvesting season.
How to prepare oysters?
While other shellfish might be easier to prepare, the mighty oyster is second to none when it comes to flavor and presentation.
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