Crabbing Adventure & Cooking with The Art of Crabbing LLC
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Basic physical fitness is required to handle fishing gear, stand for extended periods, and participate in outdoor cooking.
Overview
Dive into a hands-on crabbing class beneath San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Learn to catch and cook fresh Dungeness crab in a four-hour outdoor adventure that blends skill, patience, and culinary satisfaction.
Crab & Cook I
Ages 10+ • 4 Hours • Equipment Included!
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of crabbing under the iconic Golden Gate Bridge! In this four-hour class, you'll learn essential techniques and catch live crabs, then enjoy a delicious cooking session with your fresh catch. It's a unique blend of adventure and culinary delight, perfect for seafood lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
Crab & Cook I under the Golden Gate Bridge is a fully comprehensive class with you cooking it after!
Duration
4 hour experience
About
This excursion includes a day out under San Francisco's iconic Golden Gate Bridge where we will setup our crabbing stations and learn how to catch live crab right out of the BAY! Following the crabbing we will setup a cooking station in an area outdoor nearby. We will steam up crab & crack it with hot drawn butter & lemon. Doesn't get any fresher than that!
If you have a party of 4 or more, please contact us for special group pricing.
Included in this Tour
Teaches you the basics of crabbing and includes all the equipment and a 4 hour instructed class on one of the various piers located around the bay area. 1 rod & reel per person, 1 snare per guest, use of the crab net and bait. I provide all other gear needed such as weights, crab measuring gauge, 35 lb test for the mono line & a snap swivel.
Please minimize your expectations
After all, this is fishing, which can be hit or miss somedays. This experience is mostly focused on learning the skill of crab fishing (casting, reeling, information on gear used), effective techniques & mindful regulations. Catching the crab is up to the amount of effort put in, patience and luck of the draw. The hope is to catch as many crab as we can in the 3 hour period but remember that the number of crab can vary from day to day.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early
Show up 15 minutes before your scheduled trip to get acquainted with your gear and instructions.
Dress for Winds
San Francisco Bay can get chilly and breezy, so layered clothing is a must even on sunny days.
Mind the Tides
Tidal conditions affect crabbing success; check the tide charts before your trip for optimal timing.
Practice Patience
Crabbing involves waiting and technique—bringing your focus and persistence will pay off.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Harbor seals
- Great blue herons
History
The Golden Gate Bridge, completed in 1937, transformed this tidal region into a symbol of engineering and coastal adventure.
Conservation
Participants are taught sustainable crabbing practices aligned with local regulations to protect crab populations and Bay health.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Layered Clothing
To adapt quickly to changing weather and bay breezes during crabbing and cooking.
all specific
Non-Slip Footwear
For stability on wet piers and during crab handling.
all specific
Water Bottle
Keep hydrated throughout this active outdoor session.
all specific
Weatherproof Jacket
Protects against wind and occasional bay mist.
fall|winter|spring specific