Lobster Hunts in NY/NJ area?

[Tony7781]

Hey guys- This will be my first year that I can participate in a lobster hunt. Does anyone have any information on it? Like is it once a year or a specific date range? where can I find the rules and regulations? How does it work? I live in Staten island and am looking for someone who would be interested in going with too! Any information would be greatly appreciated!

 

[oly5050user]

Hey guys- This will be my first year that I can participate in a lobster hunt. Does anyone have any information on it? Like is it once a year or a specific date range? where can I find the rules and regulations? How does it work? I live in Staten island and am looking for someone who would be interested in going with too! Any information would be greatly appreciated!

You need to get a license from the DEC of NY.Cost $10. for a calender year.Allowed up to 6 lobsters per day. All must meet size requirements. Rules/regulations are on aprinted form that you get when you receive license.

 

[atedeschi]

For NJ you don't need anything and you can go to the Fish & Game website for rules. There is a slot size which is so dumb.

 

[Tony7781]

Awesome! Im guessing the lobster hunting is better in ther NJ area? I havent heard of anyone diving for lobsters in Brooklyn, but have heard about it in Long Island. NJ might be the way to go for now. I am going to check out both sites. Thanks for info guys and hey if you ever wanna go lobster hunting drop me a line! I could use a mentor

 

[atedeschi]

They are located on all the wrecks off of the coast. Just look for them and shove your hand in, grab hold of the body & pull them out. If you hesitate you prob will miss'em.

 

[Tony7781]

I cant wait to grab my first one, cant get any fresher than that!