Yankeetown Scallop Hunt: Four Hours on the Salt with Le Ruffian Adventures

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Yankeetown Scallop Hunt: Four Hours on the Salt with Le Ruffian Adventures

A 4-hour scalloping excursion out of Yankeetown that departs at 7AM or 1PM and lets each participant keep up to two gallons (in shell).

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Yankeetown Scallop Hunt: Four Hours on the Salt with Le Ruffian Adventures.

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Location
Yankeetown
Operator
Le Ruffian Adventures
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Water Activities
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Off Yankeetown, Le Ruffian Adventures runs a summertime scalloping outing that takes small groups into crystal-clear Florida waters for hands-on scallop hunting; trips run four hours and include a harvest allowance of two gallons in shell per person.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE CATCH

Scalloping by hand — bring home two gallons each

On this outing each person is allowed to retain two gallons (in shell) of scallops, making the hunt itself an immediate, edible reward for a morning or afternoon on the water.

THE TIMING

Four-hour windows at dawn and midday

Trips run four hours and depart at either 7AM or 1PM, letting participants plan a morning or an afternoon on the water during the summer scalloping season.

THE EXPERIENCE

A classic Florida summer outing

This is a summertime favorite in Florida—groups head into clear, shallow water to dive and hunt scallops, a social, tactile way to spend a half day on the Gulf coast.

What the day feels like

What the four hours feel like

The trip is a compact, hands-on excursion: a four-hour outing that launches at either 7AM or 1PM, putting guests into shallow, clear water where they search for scallops, then return to the boat with their catch—each person entitled to keep two gallons in shell.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this outing suits — and who should consider alternatives.

1
Small friend groupsIdeal for small groups wanting a social, hands-on half day on the water; the trip language references groups and the option to bring multiple guests.
2
Families with older childrenSuited to family groups that can handle being in shallow water searching for scallops, but note operator minimums and harvest limits per person.
3
Private-party seekersIf you do not wish to scallop with other guests that you are not familiar with, the operator advises booking a private trip; otherwise boats may be filled with other paying guests.
4
Budget-minded groupsBe aware there is a minimum fee of $300 that includes three people; pricing structure and per-person minimums should be factored into group budgeting.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Season

Trips are four hours long and depart at 7AM or 1PM.

What to Bring

Confirm any equipment and personal items with the operator before your trip.

Group Size & Cost

There is a minimum fee of $300 that includes three people; per-person minimums apply.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the scalloping trip?

The trip length is four hours.

When do trips depart?

Trips leave at either 7AM or 1PM.

How many scallops can I keep?

Each person is allowed to keep two gallons (in shell).

What are the booking minimums and fees?

There is a minimum fee of $300, which includes three people; per-person minimums apply.

Can I avoid sharing the boat with strangers?

Yes—if you do not wish to scallop with other guests that you are not familiar with, choose a private trip; otherwise the operator does their best to fill the boat.