Razor Clams

*OREGON'S RAZOR CLAMS*
			Learn to dig the clams common to Oregon's coastal waters. The books, Oregon's Razor Clams and Oregon's Clams are the complete guides to digging clams on the Oregon Coast and provide all the information to make your clam digging adventure a success.

		*A limit of razor clams dug in the wet sand at Agate Beach by William Lackner*
	The book "Oregon's Razor Clams" is the complete guide on how and where to dig razor clams on the Oregon Coast. The 36 page book is full of photographs, illustrations and easy to follow instructions that will have you digging razor clams on your first trip out. The book includes: All of the beach locations where razor clams are commonly found along the Oregon Coast. All the information necessary to consistently dig limits of razor clams in the wet or dry sand. The narrative with accompanying photographs describe the preferred method used for cleaning razor clams. My family's favorite clam recipes are easily prepared entrees that your family will love. The book also includes complete instructions for gathering and preparing Oregon's mussels. 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. The Clatsop Spit beaches are the ideal place for those new to digging razor clam to learn how to dig razor clams. OREGON'S CLAMS The book Oregon's Clams is the complete guide for digging both razor clams and bay clams in Oregon's Coastal waters. The 60 page book describes with detailed instructions, photographs and illustrations how to identify razor clam and bay clam shows, the techniques used to dig and clean razor and bay clams and my family's favorite recipes. The book list all of the beach locations where razor clams are commonly found along the Oregon Coast and includes detailed maps of Oregon’s Bays identifying the location of where bay clams are commonly found. Coos Bay and Netarts Bay followed by Yaquina Bay are the top producing bays in Oregon for digging bay clams and offer the ideal digging conditions for both inexperienced and experienced diggers. New to this year's edition of Oregon's Clams - Crabbing 101 reveals new and exciting methods for taking crabs from Oregon's Coastal Waters. DEVELOPING CLAM DIGGING SKILLS Get a head start on developing your clam digging skills. Purchase Oregon's Razor Clams for $7.70 or Oregon's Clams for $12.20. I added 8 informative pages describing the best and proper mehtods to take crabs to the book and the postage to mail the book went up 50 cents. I am forced to pass the addtional cost on to you. Send a check or or money order to Digging Clams in Oregon, P.O. BOX 746, Newport, OR 97365. Or click HERE to purchase with a credit or debit card using PayPal the most widely accepted way to pay for purchases on the Internet. ORDER NOW and receive a complimentary 2008 tide table book with your order. For those of you who desire hands on experience digging clams attend Clam Clinic 2008. Our lectures and clam digs are free and will give those new in clam digging a head start to success. CLAM DIGGING EQUIPMENT In response to your request, Digging Clams in Oregon now offers razor clam digging equipment. The razor clam shovel we recommend is manufactured by Willapa Marine Products with the blade set at the proper angle to take advantage on the method recommended by ODFW's Matt Hunter to dig razor clams from the wet sand. This high quality but inexpensive razor clam shovel is ideal for those new to digging razor clams. The shovel is 49 inches long and comes with an 11 inch blade and a 31 inch hardwood handle. The Clam Net Bag we sell is the one shown on the back of the book Oregon's Clams. It is the clam bag we have used for years. Click HERE to purchase our clam digging equipment or books. Photos of the clam digging equipment comming soon. Extend the life of your razor clam shovel by applying a coat of nature's most perfect preservative, linseed oil, to length of the shovel's handel. Use an inexpensive floral shovel to dig bay clams in the hard pack sand and mud of Oregon's Bays rather subjecting the handle of the razor clam shovel to the stress of digging in hard pan. 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@netscape.net CLAM DIGGERS ASSOCIATION OF OREGON Your opinion counts. Share your views on Oregon's Clams with us to have your voice heard. Digging Clams in Oregon sponsors the Clam Diggers Association of Oregon (tax exempt status applied for). The Association is dedicated to the interest of recreational clam digging. Membership is FREE to all and everyone who purchases Oregon's Razor Clams or Oregon's Clams, but you do not have to purchase a book to become a member. If you do not have a computer send your name and contact information to the Clam Diggers Association, P.O. Box 746 Newport, OR 97365. If you have a computer enroll by emailing you name, address and telephone number to clamdigginginfo@netscape.net. POINTS OF INTEREST - PLACES TO SEE Click HERE to view the Points of interest and 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. Mark the weekend of June 28th on you calendar.; You will not want to miss SeaFest 2008 at the Hatfield Marine Science Center. SeaFest 2008 is going to be a hoot because it focuses on the marine environment with programs that emphasizes family participation. The Hatfield Marine Science Visitor Center is proud to welcome the public to SeaFest 2008, an open house and marine festival on Saturday June 28 from 10AM 4:30 pm. All events are free. Click points of interest for more information on SeaFest 2008. We emphasize those businesses that support the interest of recreational clam diggers. This month were are spotlighting Jim Iverson's South Beach Fish Market. Do you find the thought of fish and chips, steamed clams or a bowl of clam chowder tempting. Then the fresh seafood prepared in the kitchen of the South Beach Fish Market will satisfy your taste buds while leaving a smile on your face. The South Beach Fish Market is located south of Newport across bridge over Yaquina Bay on the west side of the highway. "At our South Beach Fish Market we pride ourselves by serving fresh local caught fish in our fish and chips plates. We are now offering our customers favorites to you over the internet, and are sure that you'll be delighted with your fresh WILD seafood selection. We ship fresh crab, clams and gift packs all over the USA." Jim Iverson. I recommend the fresh fish and chips or a bowl of piping hot steamer clams. They are my personal favorites. Bill RELATED LINKS OF INTEREST FOR CLAM DIGGERS Related links of interest to Tide Tables for you area, Shellfish Closures, ODFW Shellfish Regulations. and for ATV enthusiast. Click HERE to return to the top of the page.