July 1 means it’s time to dive in to the Gulf of Mexico for Florida bay scallops, a classic summertime thrill that lasts through September 24. Here on Florida’s Adventure Coast, our professional Charter Captains know great scalloping spots and welcome you aboard for a carefree day on the water.
Here is more advice for safety and scalloping success from those who do it every day.
As you gaze at your bounty, popped open on the ice, ponder their shapely shells. Soon you will shuck them, cook them up and savor their tastiness. Don’t discard those shells. Decorate!
Check out these eight crafty keepsakes you can make as mementos of your summertime scallop diving adventure.
Explore Florida’s Adventure Coast like a locavore! We are pleased to dish up a sampling of area eateries for your consideration. Pizza is a culinary creation to savor and here is a selection of hometown pizza specialists.
Find out where the fish are biting and how to catch them from Captain Josh Fritz of Chase ‘N Tails Fishing Charters.