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MD Crabbing Resources / Re: Choptank boat rental

Last post by Logical1 - Today at 12:49:12 PM

I grew up in outside of Preston (Tanyard), but moved to Cambridge when I got married.  Depending on you age, we probably went to school together.  Graduated in 84.

I graduated in 78.

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MD Crabbing Resources / Re: Choptank boat rental

Last post by Big Liar - Today at 11:37:00 AM

I grew up in outside of Preston (Tanyard), but moved to Cambridge when I got married.  Depending on you age, we probably went to school together.  Graduated in 84.

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General Discussion / New crabbing spot

Last post by Wallco99 - Yesterday at 11:49:09 AM

I hear there's some quality crabbing in Greenland. Let's go get it!!!!!

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MD Crabbing Resources / Re: Choptank boat rental

Last post by Wallco99 - Yesterday at 11:30:50 AM

I see many members from long distances away (especially at the Get Together) and surprises me when I see how close some of the BCA members are to where I live. I am just outside of Preston Maryland.

One of them actually lives IN your house too. 
Huh!!

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MD Crabbing Resources / Re: Choptank boat rental

Last post by Logical1 - Yesterday at 10:54:15 AM

I live in Cambridge and I can't recall anyone renting boats that setup for crabbing.  You may want to also contact Ferry Point Marina and Composite Yacht.  Both are right a the foot of the bridge on the talbot side.  You could also check the Hyatt in Cambridge.  I know that Blackwater Adventures runs the rental kayaks there.  The Hyatt also rents jet skis, so it worth a try to call them.  Are you looking to run a trot line, or just snatch pots?

I see many members from long distances away (especially at the Get Together) and surprises me when I see how close some of the BCA members are to where I live. I am just outside of Preston Maryland.

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MD Crabbing Resources / Re: Choptank boat rental

Last post by Big Liar - January 15, 2025, 02:45:53 PM

Sorry for the delay in responding.  I've been netting for perch the last few days.  There are some bridges below Cambridge in the lower portion of Dorchester county.  One going on to Taylors Island.  Smithville Road Bridge.  There is one close to that going towards Hooper's Island.  Also Bestpitch Ferry bridge, and Suicide Bridge.  Definitely call the Hyatt to see if they have any rental boats.  Good crabbing right outside the marina there. 

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General Discussion / Re: Medal ring to fill bushel

Last post by Wallco99 - January 13, 2025, 07:47:35 PM

I thought he was looking for something to funnel the crabs into the basket. Maybe he was just looking for a lid. We will have to see which he was after.  Glad you posted this anyway because I need to get one for my plastic basket (orange fish basket).

Wouldn't it be better to use crabs rather than metal rings?    (Yes-I'm an OLD Dad)

Who the  h ell knows what he wants. We have now offered him three completely different items, if none of these are it, then I don't care.

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General Discussion / Re: Medal ring to fill bushel

Last post by Wallco99 - January 13, 2025, 07:43:41 PM

That's pretty neat, I have never seen them before.  I wonder how that metal holds up under regular use in salt water environments. Could be why some use the plastic barrel tops.

I use the plastic trash can lids with 1" holes drilled in them.

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General Discussion / Re: Ghost site!! Where has eve...

Last post by Harford Crabber - January 13, 2025, 06:54:52 PM

Just wondering what the crab community is up to for the winter.

On the bottom in the mud just hoping the dang water above me don't get too cold!!!

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General Discussion / Re: Medal ring to fill bushel

Last post by Logical1 - January 13, 2025, 06:53:19 PM

That's pretty neat, I have never seen them before.  I wonder how that metal holds up under regular use in salt water environments. Could be why some use the plastic barrel tops.