Trap to Table: Adventures with Massive Blue Crabs

Embark on an exhilarating journey with us as we delve into the captivating world of "Trap to Table: Adventures with Massive Blue Crabs!" Join us as we set out on the shimmering waters, armed with traps and a hunger for adventure, to catch these prized oceanic treasures.
From the moment our traps hit the tidal creek floor, the anticipation builds as we await the thrilling haul of massive blue crabs. Witness the excitement as we pull in one trap after another, each brimming with these delectable crustaceans. With every catch, we celebrate the abundance of nature and the thrill of sustainable fishing practices.
But our adventure doesn't end there! We also demonstrate the art of cleaning blue crabs with precision and ease. Learn valuable tips and techniques as we guide you through the process, ensuring that every crab is prepared flawlessly for the feast that awaits.
And what's a seafood adventure without indulging in the mouthwatering delights of freshly steamed blue crabs? Watch as we transform our bounty into a culinary masterpiece, infusing each crab with savory flavors and aroma as we steam them to perfection. With each succulent bite, savor the taste of the ocean and the satisfaction of knowing that our meal is both delicious and sustainably sourced.
So come along on this thrilling escapade with us, as we take you from trap to table in an unforgettable journey filled with excitement, discovery, and the irresistible allure of massive blue crabs. Get ready to embark on the ultimate seafood adventure of a lifetime!
Blue Crabs. In this video, I'll be crabbing in West Ashley, Charleston, South Carolina using two-ring crab traps rigged with pyramid weights and baited with chicken legs. It's April 9 and the crabbing was excellent. After crabbing for about 3 hours, I ended up with quite a few nice blue crabs.
In the video, I will also show:
-- How to clean blue crabs in the field.
-- How to steam a blue crab feast.
Recipe Used in the Video:
2 Cups Water
1/2 Cup White Vinegar
Old Bay (to taste)
Garlic Powder (to taste)
Place steaming rack in the pot
Layer crabs on the steaming rack
Add sliced potatoes
Add sliced onion
Add kielbasa (or summer sausage)
Add brussel sprouts (or ears of corn)
Cover and steam for 12 minutes
Serve and enjoy!!!
Links to equipment used below.
Equipment:
Two-Ring Wire Crab Net amzn.to/3TjpIkN
Marine Utility Cord amzn.to/48CR6yD
Pyramid Sinkers 4 oz amzn.to/3wuMBsD
Crabbing Tongs amzn.to/3P3WNi9
Special thanks to:
Zach Fowler with Fowler's Makery and Mischief
/ @fowlersmakeryandmischief
and
Greg Ovens with Ovens Rocky Mountain Bushcraft
/ @ovensrockymountainbus...
for making my new favorite shirt available worn in today's video!
"30 Day Survival Challenge: That's Cute"
This t-shirt can be found here:
fowlers.myspreadshop.com/30+d...
Video Contents:
0:00 Intro
0:40 Pulling Traps - Monster Crab
1:40 Measuring a Monster Jimmie
1:54 Pulling Traps - Massive Crab
3:56 Measuring More Massive Crabs
4:20 Pulling Traps
6:18 Thirty-Day Survival Challenge T-Shirt
6:37 How to Clean Blue Crabs
10:56 How to Steam a Blue Crab Feast
13:07 Thanks for Watching!
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[@TheGiantAdventurer]

Excellent episode. I need to put new line on my poles so I can get out and fish.

[@CarolinaOutdoorsman]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@user-di5js3py2z]

That looks sooooooo good!!!

[@CarolinaOutdoorsman]

It definitely was. 😃 Thanks for watching!

[@brytegaming]

Nice crabs!!

[@CarolinaOutdoorsman]

Indeed! Thanks for watching!

[@DopeyDylBag]

That looks pretty mint

[@CarolinaOutdoorsman]

It was a beautiful day. Thanks for watching!

[@teresamerklin4614]

We called the gills "deadman fingers" in MD.

[@CarolinaOutdoorsman]

Yes, I've referred to them as that in other videos. Thanks for watching!

[@BethGentzler]

Cute t-shirt... 🤣

[@CarolinaOutdoorsman]

Thanks for watching!

[@leonsgaming7459]

Nice craps

[@CarolinaOutdoorsman]

Thanks for watching!

[@Catfishbill66]

Great video so iam also from Pennsylvania Pittsburgh area and moved here 5yrs ago and Love it here.Iam a avid Catfisherman but been interested in crabbing and other saltwater stuff !! I'll have new content coming out soon so stop by !! Hope to see you out there

[@CarolinaOutdoorsman]

Awesome, what part of the Burgh are you from? Will check it out for sure. What part of Charleston are you located? I'd be open to meeting up for some fishing and/or crabbing. Hit me up on Messenger if you want facebook.com/carolina.outdoorsman.24/ Thanks for watching!

[@BethGentzler]

Yummy!!!!

[@CarolinaOutdoorsman]

It was delicious. Thanks for watching!