Catching ‘em
One way to catch a lobster is to remember there isn’t just one way.
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Laws of a being a “Recreational” lobsterman
Don’t sell your catch.
Obtain an annual $40 license from the Environmental Police.
10 lobster traps max.
No one owns the ocean. You can fish anywhere in the Atlantic.
Gas + bait + equipment + time = The most expensive lobster you’ve even eaten.
Be prepared to be bullied by commercial boats who don’t agree to number four of this list.
Have fun failing.
A lovely mixed bag. Jonas crabs, hermit crabs, two lobsters and a couple snails.
Size matters.
Weight means nothing. A keeper must measure 3 1/4” inches from eye socket to the back of the head.
A lobster with one arm is called a “cull”.
A lobsterman with one arm is determined.
Making buoys
1.
Burn your license number into each buoy.
2.
Pick a 3-color personal combo. This is different for each and linked to your license number. The order from top-bottom is important too. Further customize with stripes on the buoy stick.
3.
Add weight to the base. I use old lead fishing weights with duct tape.
4.
Tie nylon rope and let em fly.
