Crabbing, Shrimping and More: Techniques, Traps, and Tips for Catching Crab, Shrimp, Clams, and Coastal Bounty
About this ebook
Whether you’re setting a crab trap from a dock, raking clams at low tide, or hauling up shrimp pots from a channel, Crabbing, Shrimping, and More is your complete guide to harvesting coastal bounty. This practical, no-fluff manual shows you the gear, locations, and timing that turn casual outings into productive hauls.
Inside, you’ll learn:
- How to set traps, pots, and handlines for crab and shrimp
- The best tides, depths, and seasons for each species
- Raking, digging, and locating shellfish by substrate and region
- Legal limits, licensing, and safe handling tips
- DIY gear setups and bait options that outperform store-bought
From blue crabs and Dungeness to razor clams, oysters, and shrimp, this book covers the entire shoreline playbook. Includes troubleshooting, weather considerations, gear diagrams, and field-tested advice from The Real Rod.
No rod required. Just know-how.
About the author
Colin Chenard is the author of the Fishing Fix series, a 20-book collection dedicated to making every angler more confident and successful on the water. With a background in practical outdoor skills and a lifelong passion for fishing across lakes, rivers, and coastlines, he writes clear, no-nonsense guides designed for real fishermen.
Each book in the series blends hands-on instruction with in-depth species knowledge, covering everything from panfish and catfish to salmon, trout, and halibut. Colin’s style avoids the fluff and focuses on what actually works — proven techniques, smart gear choices, and field-tested strategies anglers can trust.
When he isn’t writing or researching, Colin spends his time on the water refining new tactics and teaching others how to fish with confidence. His goal is simple: to make fishing accessible, rewarding, and fun for everyone, whether you’re casting for your first crappie or chasing a trophy salmon offshore.
