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The information contained in the books will make you a better clam digger and crabber.

Oregon's Razor Clams is the complete guide on how and where to dig for razor clams on the Oregon Coast. The 48 page book is full of photographs, illustrations and easy to follow instructions that will have you digging razor clams on your first trip out on Clatsop Spit beaches.

A limit of razor clams dug in the wet sand at Agate Beach

The book includes:

  • All the information necessary to consistently dig limits of razor clams in the wet or dry sand ranging from how to identify the razor clam shows to the methods used for digging razor clams.
  • All of the beach locations where razor clams are commonly found along the Oregon Coast.
  • The narrative with accompanying photographs describes the preferred method used for cleaning razor clams.
  • See the new and exciting additions to our family recipes for our critically acclaimed Oregon's Clam Chowder. Our family's favorite clam recipes are easily prepared entrees that your family will love. Marney Reed from Port Orford writes, "Hi Bill, Just wanted you to know we cooked your Clam Chowder recipe yesterday for company. It was the best chowder we've ever had - definitely restaurant quality!"
  • The book includes complete instructions for gathering and preparing Oregon's mussels.
  • Personalize your copy of Oregon's Clams with an autograph by the author by entering your name or the name of the person you are giving the book to in the appropriate box on the payment page.
  • Even though our books are written for adults launch a child on a lifelong adventure digging razor clams by giving them one of our books.

Get a head start digging razor clam by ordering our book, Oregon Razor Clams by clicking HERE.

The abundance of razor clams along the Oregon Coast varies greatly and dramatically due to ocean conditions, the erosion of beach sand, weather related die offs and disease, but because of the decline in the population of razor clams south of Tillamook Head we recommend digging for razor clams on the beaches associated with Clatsop Spit.

The Clatsop Spit Beaches, "Seaside, Gearhart, Del Rey Beach, Sunset Beach, Columbia Beach and Clatsop Spit" are one of the most productive beach areas for digging razor clams in the Pacific Northwest. Each year tens of thousands clam digging enthusiast visit area beaches to dig razor clams. Ninety five percent of Oregon's razor clam digging occurs there. This year's population assessment by ODFW estimates the number of razor clams on Clatsop Spit beaches to be approximately seven million. The Clatsop Spit beaches are the ideal place for those new to digging razor clam to learn how to dig razor clams.

It was thrilling to read the comment posted on facebook by clam digger, Steven Schwindt, "I got started digging clams a few months ago. I bought William's Oregon's Razor Clams and it is big help to me. The book goes with me every time we go clamming."

Get a head start digging razor clam by ordering our book, Oregon Razor Clams by clicking HERE.

CLAM DIGGING and CRAB CLINIC EVENTS

For those of you who desire hands on experience digging clams get a head start by attending our 2013 Clam Digging and Crabbing Clinic Events. Our Clam Clinics and Crabbing Clinics are the ideal way to introduce kids of all ages to the wonders of digging clams and taking crabs. However, the information in our books will reveal everything you need to know to successfully dig clams or take crabs from Oregon's coastal waters.

The 2013 Long Beach, Wa Razor Clam Festival

We were invited to and attended the Long Beach Razor Clam Festival held on April 27th and 28th to instruct those new to digging razor clams how to dig them. You do need to wait for a clam festival to learn to dig razor clams. All the information to successfully dig razor clams is contained in our book, Oregon Razor Clams. Get a head start digging razor clam by ordering our book, Oregon Razor Clams by clicking HERE.

CLAM DIGGING EQUIPMENT

Successful clam digging and crabbing begins with the equipment your purchase. We offer the best products available as a convenience for clam diggers and crabbers who do not have access to clam digging and crabbing equipment. Except for abuse our products are fully guaranteed for 24 months from the date of the sale. Oregon does not charge sales tax and orders shipped to other states are shipped sales tax free.

The clam shovel we sell is used to dig both razor clams and bay clams. The razor clam shovel is manufactured with a full length handle unavailable at retail outlets and an 11 inch blade offset at the proper angle to take advantage on the method recommended by ODFW's Matt Hunter to dig razor clams from the wet sand. Refer to Oregon's Clams for a detailed illustration showing how to dig razor clam using the method developed by ODFW's Matt Hunter.  The overall length of our shovel is just the right length at 56 inches with an 11 inch blade to dig razor clams successfully. 

Click HERE to purchase our razor clam digging shovel $28.75, or take advantage of the Razor clam Beginner's Special as shown below. Purchasing our long handled razor clam shovel and a razor clam bag for $34.15 and we will include the book Oregon's Razor Clams FREE. That is a saving of $11.20.

Our razor clam bag shown above is made using fine mesh with a draw string and button to keep your razor clams safe and secure. The 9 x 24 inch dimension is large enough to hold a limit of 15 largest razor clams. Click HERE to purchase the razor clam bag for 5.40 plus 1.95 shipping and handling for the first razor clam bag ordered only; so oreder several.

CLAM WATCH

Clam Watch provides the latest information available on local clam digging and crabbing conditions on the Oregon Coast. The crabbing and clam digging information is contributed by bait and tackle shops, Marina operators and ODFW.  Developing our sources of information is an ongoing process in an effort to provide the most accurate information available for taking Oregon's crabs and Oregon's clams.

Clam Watch and the Clam Diggers Association of Oregon has started a clam digging and crabbing Forum (Message Board) to broaden the scope of our service to clam diggers and crabbers. The Forum Board will add a new dimension to the ability of clam diggers to relate their experiences to one another. Make you voice heard. Your opinion counts. Blog On!

SUMMARY OF REGULATIONS FOR CLAMS AND CRABS
Clam digging and crabbing ethics are the future of digging clams and taking crabs in Oregon's Coastal Waters. Follow ODFW regulations for taking clams and crabs and practice clam digging and crabbing ethics when digging clams and taking crabs. We stress their values at our clam clinics.

POINTS OF INTEREST - PLACES TO SEE

Click HERE to view the Points of interest and Great Places to see while visiting the Oregon Coast. In today's economy it is important to plan your trip to take advantage of your recreational opportunities. In addition to our Points of interest and Places to see while visiting the Oregon Coast click on the link to the Oregon Coast Today Newspaper to see interesting places to visit and new things to experience while visiting the Central Oregon Coast; or know before you go with the Country Traveler Online. We emphasize those businesses that support the interest of recreational clam diggers.

PHOTO GALLERY OF EVENTS

Click HERE to view photo gallery of clam digging activities. Participate! Share your clam digging adventures and recipes with us. Post your photographs and clam recipes by emailing them to us at clamdigginginfo@yahoo.com

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