Volunteer participants must:

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Register with an email address
  • Comply with data collection protocols
  • Watch a training video
  • Waive all parties from liability
Please watch the video below.



To view frequently asked questions click here.



To view a field guide that will help to identify crab pots along with the crabs, fish, and other animals that might be found in them click here.



Funded, in part, by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.



Please fill out the form below to view the waiver and register.

Applicant Name
Applicant Email
Telephone Number
Address Line 1
Address Line 2
Address Line 3
Address Line 4
Vessel Name
Vessel Type
Vessel Registration Number (if applicable)
Collection Area