Catching Crayfish

Gathering Crayfish Basics

Equipment

Lake Fishing:

• Traditional crayfish pot from tackle shop

• Float

• Line

• Bait (fish parts, chicken, pellet)

Wading Irrigation Ditches:

• Metal waste basket

• Broom handle

• 5-gallon bucket

Licenses & Regulations

No license required, no limit except on native crayfish (limit: 15). WDFW provides a pamphlet identifying native species and suggested size limits.

When & Where to Go

• Open all year

• Irrigation canals are best during warm months

Transportation Issues

Crayfish need to be kept alive until cooked. This requires periodically changing the water to maintain oxygen, especially if you have a large catch.

Benefits

Fun to catch, great eating – visit YouTube for recipe ideas.