Recreational Crabbing in the Tidal Potomac River
You may recreationally crab in the tidal Potomac River from the Woodrow Wilson bridge down to the mouth of the river between April 1 and November 30. All individuals wishing to recreationally crab must have a license to do so. The cost of the license is $30 per individual and allows up to 5 crab pots. These licenses can be purchased in person at the PRFC office, by mail, or at a participating licensed agent.
Advisory Committee Vacancies
If you, or someone you know, who would be interested in filling this vacancy, please complete the
nomination form and submit it via mail, email (contactprfc@gmail.com), or dropping it off in person at the Commission office.
These positions remain vacant until filled.
- Blue Crab Advisory Committee:
- VA Recreational Crabber (4-year term)
- MD Recreational Crabber At-Large
- Finfish Advisory Committee:
- MD Recreational Fisherman At-Large (4-year term)
PRFC Finfish Harvest Report
Commercial Striped Bass Tags
All commercial striped bass tags must be picked up in our office during normal business hours, Monday – Friday, 8:30 – 4:00. Please see our calendar for holiday or last-minute closings. If you are unable to pick up your own striped bass tags, you are required to complete the Designee Form and have your designee bring it with them. We will not accept phone calls to verify permission.