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« on: May 14, 2006, 09:10:37 PM » |
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I have been crabbing for a couple of years and this year I have my boat in a rack near Ocean City (actually the Patcong creek). I have never crabbed in this area. Could anyone help me with some good spots, best tides or any tips? Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks A Lot!
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« Reply #1 on: May 15, 2006, 09:34:31 AM » |
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I usually don't give that area up. However, since you are a member to the board...You are actually in a good spot already if you are on the Patcong. I've never had huge numbers there, but the crabs are nice size. High tide going out.
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« Reply #2 on: May 15, 2006, 10:54:09 AM » |
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BDC,
Thanks for the information. I am hoping to get out there and give it a shot on Saturday, although it might be a little early.
Thanks.
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« Reply #3 on: May 15, 2006, 02:09:12 PM » |
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GOOD luck, let us know how you do.
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« Reply #4 on: May 15, 2006, 02:30:59 PM » |
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yeah,
let us know how you do...especially if you try the patcong. i believe my first trip will be dividing creek On saturday the 27th.
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« Reply #5 on: May 24, 2006, 09:55:02 PM » |
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Any report?
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« Reply #6 on: May 24, 2006, 11:31:09 PM » |
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Not Yet. I didn't get a chance on Saturday and Sunday was to windy. I should be able to get out there this weekend. I will let you know how it goes.
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« Reply #7 on: May 24, 2006, 11:39:28 PM » |
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Good luck CJ.
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« Reply #8 on: May 29, 2006, 07:17:01 AM » |
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We went out yesterday for about an 1 ½ hours. We caught about 6 crabs and only 3 male keepers. We tried two spots at near high tide (falling), but I think the current was to strong for my handlines. Next time I will try to find a spot with less current. The crabbing wasn’t great, but it was a nice day and everyone had a good time.
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« Reply #9 on: May 29, 2006, 11:39:01 AM » |
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We went out yesterday for about an 1 ½ hours. We caught about 6 crabs and only 3 male keepers. We tried two spots at near high tide (falling), but I think the current was to strong for my handlines. Next time I will try to find a spot with less current. The crabbing wasn’t great, but it was a nice day and everyone had a good time.
Personally, I like the ring traps myself and when that current picks up, I'll tie on a railroad spike as a weight. Been years since I did handlines but same worked in the heavy current. Tied on chicken and gave the spike about a foot of rope so it didn't bang against the crab on the way up. Didn't do too bad. |
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« Reply #10 on: May 29, 2006, 08:50:47 PM » |
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Thanks for the report, glad you had a good time.
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« Reply #11 on: June 01, 2006, 09:49:17 PM » |
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Hello, new to this bord, I usually do my crabin in Patcong creek and geharbor. This past weekened spent about 3 hours with cicle traps, about 3 miles up the creek, got 3 keepers, and about 15 small, all males. going try later in the month, have a grat day, Willie
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« Reply #12 on: June 02, 2006, 06:39:45 PM » |
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WELCOME aboard WILLIE, have a great year crabbing.
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« Reply #13 on: June 04, 2006, 12:08:26 PM » |
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Matts Landing was very productive last weekend (Memorial Day). Went a few days before and caught about 4 doz keepers. Then went Thurs before memorial day and caught about 3 doz that were mostly over 5" in three hours. We cooked em all up and had a party for six that night. They kept us busy for about 2 hours!! Everyone was happy with taste and size.
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« Reply #14 on: June 04, 2006, 03:33:36 PM » |
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Is MAtts landing in OC?
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« Reply #15 on: June 04, 2006, 04:37:21 PM » |
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Matts Landing is the east side of Maurice River near the bay. Turn right off 47 near Leesburg Prison.
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« Reply #16 on: June 04, 2006, 05:06:10 PM » |
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Thx....just thinken of spots near OC, NJ.....going on the 17th for a week.
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