Shellfishing

SCALLOP SEASON IS NOVEMBER 4 2023-DECEMBER 31 2023

YOU MUST HAVE A TOWN OF NEW SHOREHAM SHELLFISH LICENSE TO CLAM IN THE WATERS OF BLOCK ISLAND

Bill and Mason

We work year round to provide a viable, renewable clamming resource. Our rules and regulations are to benefit both clammers and the shellfish. Our conservation and seeding efforts are to ensure the availability of this resource in the future. Please respect the Great Salt Pond and its fragile ecosystem. 

Our wardens patrol the grounds daily and enforce all ordinances and regulations in accordance with Rhode Island General Law 20-3-7 and Town Ordinance Article lV Section 9 121-148.

Katie and Tilly

Licensing

Call 401-466-3204 for office hours to obtain a shellfish license.

Recreational Rates

  • Resident (of Block Island): $25
  • Weekly: (7 day) $25
  • Monthly: (30 day) $37
  • Seasonal: (May 15 through October 15) $65
  • Golden: (65 and older) $10
  • US Veteran $10
  • Off Season Non Resident (October through May) $80

Additional Information