Scalloping Cape San Blas Florida And Where To Stay

Scalloping Cape San Blas Florida And Where To Stay

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Scalloping from Cape San Blas Florida

Scalloping in St Joseph Bay on Cape San Blas Florida is an activity many people will likely enjoy. The St Joseph Bay is most often calm, pristine and the depths are mostly consistent. You do not require a water craft or any expensive equipment. Kids as young as four and their great grandparents will enjoy the day scalloping and playing in the pristine waters of the bay. The season ordinarily opens about the first of July and ends about mid September. The technique for gathering scallops is quite simple. Put on your mask and snorkel then go below and gather scallops. Some spots will likely have more scallops than others. Try looking in other places which may not be so easily gotten to by boat or might be six feet or more These are probably places that may have not been scalloped before.

Needed items for Scalloping

1. Fl Saltwater fishing license for all persons 17 and older
2. Sunscreen
3. Some spoons
4. A dive flag displayed on your boat or floatation near by
5. A pint container
6. Carry something to drink and eat
7. Fins, net bag, mask and snorkel

How to clean your scallops

Now that you have your scallops the best time to clean them is when you are still on the water. Divide up the scallops with everyone then pass out the spoons. Stick the end of the spoon into the slightly opened scallop. Use the edge of the spoon to scrape one side of the shell from the inside. Now pop the shell open. Place the side of the spoon to the base of the muscle from the hinge side of the scallop. Pinch the soft part of the scallop using your thumb then lift this stuff off the still attached muscle part like taking a shirt over the head of a child. You are ready to scrape the muscle from the shell.

How to prepare your scallops

Know that scallops can be eaten raw like oysters. This will assist you to understand the cooking principles of hot oil and brief cooking period. I like to prepare my side dishes first. My number one option is sauted vegetables using olive oil. When finished I use the same pan for cooking the scallops. Season the scallops to taste with {salt, and pepper or cajun spices. Gently place the scallops in the hot pan. If you hear the sizzle the temperature is good. You want the scallops to sear and slightly brown. After this turn and brown the other side. You should allow another 30-40 seconds before draining. All that is left is to enjoy your scallops with everyone. If you would like more information on fun family vacation ideas go to http//:www.bobzio.com .

Where to stay on Cape San Blas Florida

If you intend to fish, scallop, boat or be on the bay the most convenient way is to select a home on St Joseph Bay. Let me share a secret with you, not all properties on St Joseph Bay have good Bay access. When the tide is low and there are 2 each day, you may not be able to get back to your dock. The properties with water access will have 500 ft docks. Here are two homes with very good access and 500 docks, Bayrock 1 and Bayrock 3. Bayrock 1 is for a group up to 10 persons and Bayrock 3 is for 1-3 persons. Bayrock 3 is very affordable priced at $50 - $100 per night. Both homes are Monolithic domes giving you a taste of what green living is all about.


Where to find more good vacation ideas

Now you have a vacation choice anchored around a fun family activity. If you have a boat it is even better, now you can bring the boat on holiday. While some play in the St Joseph Bay others can be on the beach enjoying the waves. For more great family holiday suggestions go to the blog on www.bobzio.com . Bon apetite


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