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In this info-packed episode, we dive deep into one of the Pacific Northwest’s most beloved seafood treasures — Dungeness crab! From biology and feeding habits to the best bait, pot placement, and why tides and molt cycles matter, you'll walk away with new strategies to fill your pots and your dinner table. Whether you're a seasoned crabber or just getting started, this episode has all the nerdy insights and practical tips to help you get more dungies in the San Juan Islands and beyond.

🎯What You’ll Learn

- Why understanding crab biology can improve your catch rate
- How molting affects crab feeding behavior and pot success
- Prime habitat locations and ideal depths for summer crabbing
- The best bait types (and some surprising freebies)
- Why tides and slack water make or break your pots
- The importance of reporting lost pots and how to do it
- Practical tips for weighting pots and line safety

Resources & Links:

- Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife - Dungeness Crab Info
- Report Lost Crab Gear – WDFW & Northwest Straits Foundation

📧 Join the Anglers Unlimited Inner Circle community:
Email [email protected] with subject “CATCH MORE FISH” to get access!

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