How to Catch Pismo Clams | Clamming Regulations | Game Wardens Inspect Clams
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- čas přidán 6. 12. 2022
- In this video, I provide tips for catching Pismo clams. These clams can be taken year round, however, we like to follow the rule of clamming during the months that have an “r”, that is, September thru April. I cover tide, which is one of the most important things to consider when clamming. I also cover technique, regulations, and the effort required to catch legal clams. You will see a California Department of Fish and Game warden inspect our clams. They are charged with enforcing the following regulations.
Invertebrate Fishing Regulations
29.05. General.
(c) Measuring Devices. Every person while taking invertebrates which have a size limit shall carry a device which is capable of accurately measuring the minimum legal size of the species taken
29.20. Clams General.
(b) Fishing hours: One-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset.
(d) Clams that have a size limit shall be immediately measured. Any undersize clams, or other clams that are not retained, shall be immediately reburied in the area from which they were taken. All clams shall be kept in a whole and measurable condition until being prepared for immediate consumption. When taking or possessing clams each person is required to keep a separate container for their clams. It shall be unlawful to commingle one person’s clams with clams taken by another person.
29.40. Pismo Clams.
(a) Open season: May be taken in Santa Cruz and Monterey counties September 1 through April 30. In all other counties, except in state marine reserves or other marine protected areas which prohibit the take of clams (see Section 632), Pismo clams may be taken at any time of the year.
(b) Limit: Ten.
(c) Minimum size: Five inches in greatest shell diameter north of the boundary between San Luis Obispo and Monterey counties; four and one-half inches in greatest shell diameter south of the boundary, between San Luis Obispo and Monterey counties.
(d) Clam preserves: No clams shall be taken within state marine reserves or other marine protected areas which prohibit the take of clams (see Section 632).
Note: the regulations stated in the video are for Pismo clams taken south of San Luis Obispo county.
I live is LA area and feel like i am not enjoying the best of south california due to the busy work life. You inspired me so much!
Los Angeles / SoCal has so much to offer.
Clam forks with fixed gauges are now available at Pismo Bob's on Price Street.
Thank you for that info!
Why wouldn't the warden just have started by measuring the smallest one first lol? Knowing that any that were larger were clearly legal.
I thought the same thing at the time. But, he was a trainee so he was working “by the book”.
Dude great video. Love seeing the happy family too!
Next up you'll have to show me how to catch stripers on the surf!
Thank you 🤙🏼. Haven’t caught a striper yet so unfortunately I can’t help you there.
Thank you for the tip
You bet 👍🏼
Hi! Great video. I'm really curious where you got that measuring tool that you have mounted to the pitchfork. Are they sold locally?
Hi Matthew, the scale in the video was mounted on the clamming fork over 40 years ago by my dad. I don't think they're available anymore, however, you might find one on eBay or a local garage / yard sale in Pismo. There's a secondhand shop that sells used surfboards and other stuff in town. You might find one there. If not, the owner would likely be able to point you in the right direction. Hope this helps.
Just went yesterday. Found 3 nice ones in an hour and a half! Yeewwww 🤙🏼
Nice 🤙🏼
Thank you for detailed information!! Great video. Would you mind sharing your spot? 😊
Thank you for watching. I replied to your email.
Great video thanks for sharing. I’ve been going to Pismo my whole life and never tried clamming. My grandparents had a clamming fork on their trailer but never attempted to use it. I’ll give it a try with my kiddos next time we go to Pismo. That area of the beach doesn’t look familiar, would you mind sharing a relative location to start looking?
Hi Jason, please email me at rshiroma81@gmail.com
I went a few times near Huntington beach when i was a kid. Now I'm retired (its been a long time lol), and was thinking about going again. Where do you go if you don't mind me asking?
Interesting that you should mention Huntington Beach. When we take our dog there to walk the beach we see Pismo clam shells. Curious if they have returned. Regarding your question about where we go, email me at rshiroma81@gmail.com
Hello! Was this video made at Pismo beach? I want to visit with my wife, looks like a nice quiet beach.
Hi G Sauce! Please email me.
My email is rshiroma81@gmail.com
Nice video ! I love pismo clams. Would you mind sharing the location please ?
I replied to your email. Thank you for watching!
Hello. What do you look for when deciding what part of the beach to try? Thanks!
Hi, sorry for the late reply. Nothing special … I simply go to stretches that have less pressure, that is to say, move away from other clammers. I also make a note of where we clammed previously and move a little further down the beach.
Thanks, will give it a try next time I'm in the area.
@@Northern_California_Fishing Have fun!
Where is this at? looks fun
Please email me at rshiroma81@gmail.com
Is harvesting allowed all year?
Yes, but clams are typically taken during the fall and winter.
Do you think a -.2 tide is enough?
Not ideal, but it’s doable. You won’t be able to clam very deep. It’s worth a try 👍🏼
@@ryeginliving2664 thank you for your insight
Thanks for the awesome video and the great tips....i sent you an email just asking a few things....thanks!
Hi zleebster! Please email me at rshiroma81@gmail.com
Take me with you please it looks fun N I want to try catching it👍
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Oh noooo!!!! Please keep to yourselves people will begin to take them alllll 😢💔💔💔
We’ve been clamming for 30+ years. There are plenty of clams to go around as long you’re willing to put in the hard work to find them.
@@onpoint77408 Arrogance and ignorance in one person!
Regulations are in place. Calm down Karen
There are limits so the population doesn't get decimated
Most people let the go. It's about the journey