South Carolina Shellfish Harvesting Season Opening October 1
Are you a fan of shellfish? Shellfish is broken down into two groups: crustaceans and mollusks/bivalves. Within these groups are a variety of foods including (but not limited to) shrimp,…
LOCH RYAN, SCOTLAND – SEPTEMBER 20: Rob Lamont dredges Scotland’s last wild native oyster fishery from the 1970s Clyde built trawler the ‘Vital Spark’ on September 20,2017 in Loch Ryan, Scotland. The two men, who have known each other for thirty years, farm for the wild shellfish seven days a week between September and April. The catch is predominantly sold to the top restaurants in London. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)
Jeff J Mitchell / StaffAre you a fan of shellfish? Shellfish is broken down into two groups: crustaceans and mollusks/bivalves. Within these groups are a variety of foods including (but not limited to) shrimp, prawns, oysters, crab, lobster, mussels, and more. Yeah, just listing those made me hungry. The shellfish harvest season is gearing up to begin in South Carolina on October 1, 2022.
WCBD News 2 in Charleston reports that the 2022-2023 shellfish harvesting season will resume half-hour before sunrise on October 1. That Saturday is your chance to kick off the harvest for some of your favorite seafood. As a South Carolina girl, I know what some of the best seafood tastes like. If it is one thing you can enjoy when you are down in the Lowcountry especially, it's some great seafood.
According to News 2, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources says if a hurricane or natural disaster occurs then shellfish beds may close temporarily. If you are planning to harvest in South Carolina, you should check with SCDHEC beforehand. There are about 20 public shellfish grounds and 7 state shellfish grounds for recreational gatherings. Harvest season will run through May 15, 2023, depending upon conditions. Do you plan to partake in harvesting season?
Source: WCBD
These are South Carolina’s 10 Best Seafood Spots to Try
Crab legs are my favorite seafood dish. Little neck clams are also a favorite of mine. Having grown up on the Jersey shore, I was fortunate to have seafood close by. Since I live next to South Carolina, I am always on the lookout for good seafood restaurants whenever I go to the shore.
Seafood contains a variety of nutrients beneficial to health and wellness at any age, such as omega-3 fatty acids, iron, B and D vitamins, and protein. I guess that is why so many people love it! According to Southern Living, these are 10 of the best Seafood spots/restaurants you can enjoy a shellfish-filled meal at. You can see more of their advice on what to order if you go and additional information here.
Sea Shack
Located at 6 Executive Park Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928.
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Bluffton Family Seafood House
Located at 27 Dr. Mellichamp Drive, Bluffton, SC 29910.
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Whaley's
Located at 2801 Myrtle Street, Edisto Beach, SC 29438.
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The Crab Shack
Located at 26 Center Street, Folly Beach, SC 29439.
You can see more here.
Bowens Island Restaurant
Located at 1870 Bowens Island Road, Charleston, SC 29412.
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The Wreck of the Richard & Charlene
Located at 106 Haddrell Street, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464.
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Seewee Restaurant
Located at 4808 N. Highway 17, Awendaw, SC 29429.
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T.W. Graham & Co.
Located at 810 Pinckney Street, McClellanville, SC 29458.
You can see more here.
Lee's Inlet Kitchen
Located at 4460 US-17 Business, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576.
You can see more here.
The Original Mr. Fish Restaurant and Seafood Market
Located at 6401 N. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
You can see more here.
