Crystal River scalloping season runs July 1-Sept. 24, 2022

CRYSTAL RIVER, Fla. (May 2022) – Scalloping season commences on July 1 this year in Crystal River and Plantation on Crystal River, a hidden gem on Florida's Nature Coast. 

A popular activity for families, scalloping is like snorkeling, but with the simple addition of a mesh bag for storing the harvest.  Most scallops can be found in the shallow grass flats of the Gulf of Mexico that range anywhere from three to six feet deep.  Only two to three inches in length and located inside a fan-shaped shell, the scallops can be easy to spot with their 30-40 bright blue eyes, but provide a good chase, since all those eyes help them detect predators. Once daily scallop limit has been reached, they can be prepared by the hotel for a delicious cook-your-catch meal. Guests are asked to help protect the precious waters by not putting empty scallop shells back in the water.             

About Plantation on Crystal River
The eco-friendly Plantation on Crystal River is surrounded by the natural springs of King's Bay and more than 25,000 surface acres of pristine lakes and rivers, as well as wildlife refuges and state parks.  On site, the Plantation features a full-service family-oriented dive and tour operation marina, 12,000 square feet of meeting and event space, 18-hole golf course, 9-hole executive course, Aveda spa, delectable dining and inviting accommodations. Guests have the unique opportunity to swim with the manatees, rent a pontoon or Jon boat, relax by the riverfront pool, enjoy a game of croquet on the manicured lawn, or hire a guided fishing charter.  With more than 1,600 feet of seawall, overnight guests can tie up their boats at any of over 80 spaces. A golf school and SCUBA certification classes are also available to guests of the hotel.   

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