Shellfish Department

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General Information:
 
The Shellfish Department’s primary function is to provide, protect, and nourish the shellfisheries in the Town of Truro. Main duties include:
  • Purchasing and planting of shellfish stock for the public shellfish beds (there are no private shellfish beds in the Town of Truro)
  • Protection of public shellfish beds from predators including moon snails, green crabs, and starfish
  • Patrol of shellfish flats to enforce shellfish regulations (illegal taking of shellfish)
  • Water quality testing of shellfish beds with the state Division of Marine Fisheries

***2024 Shellfish Licenses go on sale Friday October 20th at Town Hall and online.***

****Recreational Shellfishing at PAMET HARBOR is OPEN STARTING SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH****

Where to Purchase Shellfish Licenses: Shellfishing Licenses can be purchased online, or in person at the Harbor Master office/Truro Town Hall. Licenses are valid from November 1st to October 31st. Clamming is allowed year-round.
 
2024 Shellfish Fees for Licenses: Resident Annual ($20.00) // Non-Resident Annual ($125.00) // Annual Senior-Resident 62 and older (free) // 7 Day-One Week License ($35.00); 

 (NEW Non-Resident) Military Veteran Permit-$20.00

We accept, Mastercard, Visa, Discover and American Express.There is a convenience charge of 4.5% or $1.50, whichever is greater. You can also pay with electronic check for a flat rate of .50.

Staff Contacts

Name Title Phone
Tony Jackett Shellfish Constable 508 349-2555