OK, My youngest wants to go. Bought a book, couple of traps and some extra hand-line. Searched the site. I think I got the process down, but a little lacking in the what the season is. Is it too early? Looking to take a family trip. Is there a good spot that will accommodate an 11 and 12 year old, and the better half? Cryptic locations or PM's would be greatly appreciated. Not looking to make a career out of this or crowd anyone. Thanks in advance.

Sorry - This probably should have been in Scuppers - Please relocate as needed.

The last thing I need is my best crabbing spot burned!! JK. Actually, the only guys I know who crab are looking for green bait crabs although back when I lobstered and Gill netted we would bring back a 5 gallon bucket of crab claws for an old lady to pick. It's alot of work but the reward is nice.
I know that if I wanted to catch crabs with a kid I would go to the old sand and gravel pier on the driftway in Scituate. :as:Not a bad place to maybe catch a bass or use the state boat launch. Better be launching a kayak cause there is sure no where to park a trailer.

Attention...Attention...I am about to burn a spot on purpose...

Pemberton Pier in Hull is a good crabbing spot

I think it is much to early.

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Its a fishing question (crab fishing is still fishing) so its OK in this forum. :)

Good Luck

The best crabbing spots tend to be near where people clean fish, ie piers, boat launches etc. They love eel grass also.

Thanks guys, all good stuff. Looks like mid to late July and on will be the target. Look out Dutch Harbor.