How To Catch Scallops (Where To Find Them & The Gear You Need)

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[@melissagallegos3293]

We went to Crystal River this weekend. We had so much fun! Local tip: Head NW of Mile Marker 1.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the tip and glad it was a great trip!

[@Mr.Nobody10000]

Thanks for the tips Joe. Salt Strong member but Im scalloping for the 1st time tomorrow. Very helpful. Thanks brother.

[@Saltstrong]

Good luck!

[@bdfresh973]

Looking for recommendations here... Our family goes out once a year for scalloping. For the past three (3) years, we have ten (10) people and spend approx. five hours out on the water. Unfortunately each year, we simply can't hit the scallops. This year, we collected seven (7) total! ... other folks are bringing up bags full, maxing out (ten gallons) within an hour of hitting the water. We've tried scalloping out of Steinhatchee and Crystal River twice. I've taken/followed as much advice as possible, stick to shallow waters, we've been through 3ft - 6ft., sandy/grass mix, tall grass, short grass, looking for the sand/grass edge--go north from these locations, south from these locations, follow the boats. Of course, we enjoy being out and trying our best and we do have fun, however, I really want to show them the experience of bringup home buckets of scallops. Any insight would be greatly appreciated.

[@Saltstrong]

You're definitely in the right areas for scallops, so my guess is that you all just aren't seeing them. You might consider hiring a guide to take you out and they can help you on what to look for, how to see them, etc.

[@chrisc.7254]

thank you for explaining the tips, all very helpful

[@Saltstrong]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gathercreatelivewithleslie8340]

Great video, thanks. We are thinking about moving to Fl in the next five years and we are really interested in this.

[@Saltstrong]

Best of luck! Thank you for watching!

[@nneubsfl9278]

I am going scalloping for the first time this weekend. I don't even know how to snorkel. I didn't grow up around water so this will be exciting. Good Video

[@Saltstrong]

Good luck!

[@brutusmaximumus]

heading down to Steinhatchee today!! here's to getting our limit every day :D

[@Saltstrong]

We hope you have a great day!

[@isaac1098]

yessir my friend down at cigar and baits watch you all the time! you might know ttem

[@terrybialeschki]

And whatcha out for sharks !!!

[@danadannen5928]

Dont forget your dive flag for the boat

[@JdBright-ij1fr]

Awesome job! Would you be interested in taking a guy scalloping for a half day ? Thanks James

[@mcopilot]

look for the dark brown grass patches they seem to be there on the outskirts of the grass flats.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the tip!

[@roygorman6624]

How to process for eating!

[@IICHARLESII]

Is this Crystal River Fla? My daughter just moved to Ocala. If so might be a good excursion when we visit!

[@Saltstrong]

Yup!

[@ufodonkey]

I love scallops but don’t like the ocean, lol. I might for a bucket of them though! Thanks for the info.

[@cameronlouis8050]

First video I’ve ever seen about this,very cool. Thank you for the tips.👍😁

[@dalemims3308]

RELAX AND ENJOY THE VIEW....DON'T LOOK TOO HARD OR YOU MISS SEEING THEM

[@keto_with_frances1589]

What part of Fl is this?

[@VizagFish]

awesome

[@tristansoule9389]

Does anyone know where the best place to find scallops is in South Carolina?

[@Saltstrong]

Great question! Make sure to ask this over on the actual blog or in the Community (www.saltstrong.com/) where the coaches spend their time. The blog can be found here: bit.ly/3iocxMY

[@gemarimancingTV]

Ok mantab yes keren 🙏👍❤️😂 Scallop delicious 🙏

[@csickpuppy]

Yeah, under gear, I believe you left out the needing a boat part.

[@Saltstrong]

Hi Jim! There are many charters that will take you out scalloping too!

[@csickpuppy]

@@Saltstrong that’s nice to know thanks

[@MichelleKimball44]

He mentioned having a boat nearby around 3:55 through 3:60 - He didn’t say to have a boat but to look at boats nearby 😂

[@MichelleKimball44]

If I were not so afraid of sharks 🦈 I would snorkel 🤿 and hunt for scallops. I really love the ocean 🌊 and desire to explore it in many different ways but my fear of sharks 🦈 keeps me from doing something I want to do so much. I know the chances of a shark attack is low, but I do not want to take a chance of being attacked by a shark 🦈. Sharks are probably my biggest fear in life. I’m intrigued by them yet terrified of them. I will only swim in clear ocean water which is why I always go to the Florida/Alabama panhandle. Even in that clear water I will not swim over neck deep around 4 1/2 feet. I still fear sharks that deep but not sure why my fear of sharks doesn’t keep me from swimming 4 1/2 feet deep but allow that fear to keep me from snorkeling 🤿 and kayaking deeper.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for checking out the video, never hesitate to let us know if we can help!

[@IDEKATBH]

I tried to catch one but it pinched me and then swam away at Mach 5 😭

[@Saltstrong]

Next time!

[@mrsjrenae4738]

What state is this?

[@Saltstrong]

Florida

[@iamburl2667]

Do you ever see a shark?

[@Saltstrong]

It's very possible. Last year around Keaton Beach, Florida, a girl was bitten by a shark while scalloping and lost her leg.