Willapa Marine Products, Inc.

Bag Limit
The first fifteen razor clams regardless of size or condition must be retained. One daily limit of fresh shellfish may be in possession. Additional shellfish may be possessed in a frozen or processed form. Razor clams may not be returned to the beach. For razor clams, holes do not have to be refilled as is required for hard-shell clam digging.

Allowable Gear
Razor clams may be taken by hand, hand-operated shovel, or tube with a minimum outside diameter of 4" or (4" x 3" if elliptical). Each digger must use a separate container, such as a clam net or bag, but may share digging equipment.

Harvest Seasons
Razor clams are strictly managed by determining clam population levels and harvest plans are set every year. Before   harvesting, check the beach to determine if a beach is open or if there are any health restrictions.You can check if there are any marine toxin level restrictions by calling the Marine Biotoxin Hotline maintained by the Washington Department of Health at 1-800-562-5632.

License Requirements
A Shellfish/Seaweed License is required for anyone age 15 or older harvesting razor clams and must be in the harvester's immediate possession and available for inspection during harvest and transport. Everyone claiming a limit must actively participate in the harvesting process, unless they possess a disability permit.