Mussel Foraging catch and cook (video)

Since the wife was at work I had the perfect opportunity to take the kids to the tide pools for some shellfish ID and foraging. Happy new year everyone and hope you all enjoy the video.

Thank you for posting 

Just out of curiosity, does California require a fishing license to harvest mussels?  I know there is a 10lb limit (in shell), but since where you are is North of the line that requires an Ocean license...

Thank you for posting 

Just out of curiosity, does California require a fishing license to harvest mussels?  I know there is a 10lb limit (in shell), but since where you are is North of the line that requires an Ocean license...

Yes, a license is required.

"It tastes like yummy." You cant get a better opinion than that ! Looks like a great day on the water.

Nice outing with the kids.   Thanks for the report and video Papio.

Great video with the kiddos.  You got me craving for mussels.

I can't wait to get out and grab some muscles! omg.  That looks too good.

Make sure you don't use any tools to remove mussels.
Tools are prohibited for mussel foraging.  You can only remove them by hand without using any tools.
I witnessed several people getting tickets for using tools.

Paul

That is great to get your kids involved early. I've been taking my boys out for years and they still enjoy going out with me to harvest mussels and play in the tide pools.

I would caution you on carrying your little one on your back while walking on the rocks though. One small slip can easily cause you to lose your balance with the added weight.

Almost broke my femur last year while harvesting mussels. First time I ever fell and it was a bad one. No bueno 

Just out of curiosity, does California require a fishing license to harvest mussels?  I know there is a 10lb limit (in shell), but since where you are is North of the line that requires an Ocean license...

This is a confusing comment. North of what line???

Make sure you don't use any tools to remove mussels.
Tools are prohibited for mussel foraging.  You can only remove them by hand without using any tools.
I witnessed several people getting tickets for using tools.

Paul

There is a loop hole if you are creative. I would also recommend gloves it makes it a lot easier on your fingers.


Mollusks
Abalone, clams, scallops, mussels, etc.

29.10. General.

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this article, saltwater mollusks, including octopus, may be taken only on hook-and-line or with the hands.

Meant to write Ocean Enhancement Validation (not license)

Just out of curiosity, does California require a fishing license to harvest mussels?  I know there is a 10lb limit (in shell), but since where you are is North of the line that requires an Ocean license...

This is a confusing comment. North of what line???

one last technical question regarding the area (appears to be Asilomar)..."I ain't from around there" ....  The marine sanctuary and reserve language to me is very confusing.  Where is it legal to fish and where is it not in the area?  I assume the area where the video was taken is legal. 

Meant to write Ocean Enhancement Validation (not license)

Not required

one last technical question regarding the area (appears to be Asilomar)..."I ain't from around there" ....  The marine sanctuary and reserve language to me is very confusing.  Where is it legal to fish and where is it not in the area?  I assume the area where the video was taken is legal. 

Prob a pm to the forager might get you an answer on the specific location. Maybe. Lol

Thanks for the post and well done video - looks yummy and was a great outing with the kids. 

Awesome vid 

Great video with the kiddo