How long till we see crabs shedding?

[Frank G]

We live on the Magothy and last year picked some crabs off the pilings in late summer. I wonder how soon one would expect to see doublers and soft crabs on the pilings this year?

[Burchbeer]

Mid late July for crabs on pilings I think.

Doublers May early June, I think.

Let others comment too. I may be wrong.

[mdram]

not sure when they start, but ive heard its usually around the full moon

[HAWG SCALD`R]

Last year on South River I didn't see them on pilings till late June.

[Frank G]

Thanks for the replies. I won't get out the crab net yet.[smile]