Captain CJ Canby has been crabbing the Chesapeake Bay since he was 12 years old. For the past six years, he's captained the F/V Miss Paula, harvesting Maryland blue crabs while preserving the Traditions and work ethic of the Chesapeake Bay waterman. Through every season, CJ shares the stories, challenges, and heritage of life on the water. Around here, there's only One Way to do it: Get to Work!
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Premium LIVE Maryland Blue Crabs
Fresh from the Chesapeake Bay. Ready for your table.
Captain CJ Canby has been crabbing the Chesapeake Bay since he was 12 years old. For the past six years, he's captained the F/V Miss Paula, harvesting premium Maryland blue crabs with the same pride, hard work, and tradition that define the Chesapeake Bay waterman.
Every crab is carefully selected for fullness, quality, and freshness, giving you the sweet, authentic flavor Maryland blue crabs are known for. Whether you're planning a backyard crab feast or picking up dinner for the family, you'll taste the difference that comes from crabs harvested by a true commercial waterman.
Why Choose Captain CJ's Blue Crabs?
Freshly harvested from the Chesapeake Bay
Heavy, meaty male blue crabs
Hand-selected for quality and freshness
Responsibly harvested with respect for the Bay
Convenient local pickup from Pasadena, MD
No warehouses. No middlemen. Just authentic Chesapeake Bay blue crabs, harvested by Captain CJ and ready for pickup.
Get to Work. We'll get the crabs ready.
Premium LIVE Maryland Blue Crabs
Fresh from the Chesapeake Bay. Ready for your table.
Captain CJ Canby has been crabbing the Chesapeake Bay since he was 12 years old. For the past six years, he's captained the F/V Miss Paula, harvesting premium Maryland blue crabs with the same pride, hard work, and tradition that define the Chesapeake Bay waterman.
Every crab is carefully selected for fullness, quality, and freshness, giving you the sweet, authentic flavor Maryland blue crabs are known for. Whether you're planning a backyard crab feast or picking up dinner for the family, you'll taste the difference that comes from crabs harvested by a true commercial waterman.
Why Choose Captain CJ's Blue Crabs?
Freshly harvested from the Chesapeake Bay
Heavy, meaty male blue crabs
Hand-selected for quality and freshness
Responsibly harvested with respect for the Bay
Convenient local pickup from Pasadena, MD
No warehouses. No middlemen. Just authentic Chesapeake Bay blue crabs, harvested by Captain CJ and ready for pickup.
Get to Work. We'll get the crabs ready.
Premium LIVE Maryland Blue Crabs
Fresh from the Chesapeake Bay. Ready for your table.
Captain CJ Canby has been crabbing the Chesapeake Bay since he was 12 years old. For the past six years, he's captained the F/V Miss Paula, harvesting premium Maryland blue crabs with the same pride, hard work, and tradition that define the Chesapeake Bay waterman.
Every crab is carefully selected for fullness, quality, and freshness, giving you the sweet, authentic flavor Maryland blue crabs are known for. Whether you're planning a backyard crab feast or picking up dinner for the family, you'll taste the difference that comes from crabs harvested by a true commercial waterman.
Why Choose Captain CJ's Blue Crabs?
Freshly harvested from the Chesapeake Bay
Heavy, meaty male blue crabs
Hand-selected for quality and freshness
Responsibly harvested with respect for the Bay
Convenient local pickup from the F/V Miss Paula
No warehouses. No middlemen. Just authentic Chesapeake Bay blue crabs, and ready for pickup.
Get to Work. We'll get the crabs ready.
Premium LIVE Maryland Female Blue Crabs
Fresh from the Chesapeake Bay. Picked up right off the F/V Miss Paula in Pasadena.
Captain CJ Canby has spent a lifetime working the waters of the Chesapeake Bay, harvesting premium Maryland blue crabs with the pride, tradition, and work ethic of a true Chesapeake Bay waterman. Every LIVE female blue crab is hand-selected for quality, freshness, and sweet, tender flavor.
Whether you're planning a family crab feast or picking up dinner for the weekend, you'll enjoy authentic Maryland blue crabs harvested fresh from the Bay and available for pickup directly from the F/V Miss Paula in Pasadena.
Why Choose Captain CJ's Female Blue Crabs?
Freshly harvested from the Chesapeake Bay
Sweet, tender female blue crabs
Hand-selected for quality and freshness
Responsibly harvested by Captain CJ Canby
Convenient pickup directly in Pasadena, MD
No warehouses. No distributors. Just fresh Chesapeake Bay blue crabs, straight from the boat to your table.
Get to Work. We'll get the crabs ready.
Your Questions,
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Place YOUR ORDER online and select your preferred PICKUP DATE & TIME at checkout. Creating an account is optional, but it makes checkout faster for future orders.
You DO NOT need to enter your personal address, but the address field cannot be left blank. Simply enter any valid address to continue.
You'll receive a confirmation e-mail after placing your order, followed by a pickup reminder e-mail before your scheduled pickup with everything you need to know.
Please DO NOT head to pickup until you receive an e-mail CONFIRMING your order is ready for your selected pickup date/time.
We'll have your crabs fresh off the boat and ready when you arrive. Thank You for supporting a local Chesapeake Bay Waterman!
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*For the privacy and security of our crew, the exact pickup address & contact information will be provided AFTER your order is confirmed.
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YES! All of our crabs are sold LIVE and harvested fresh from the Chesapeake Bay. Please pick up your order at your scheduled time to ensure maximum freshness. We also recommend bringing a cooler and ice for the ride home.
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We currently accept Cash, Venmo, and Zelle. Payment instructions will be included with your order confirmation. PAY WHEN YOU PICK UP. No payment is required when you order.
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YES! During checkout, select your preferred pickup date & time. We'll do our best to accommodate your request and will confirm everything by email.
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Yes! Availability depends on our harvest and inventory. We recommend ordering in advance to secure your preferred pickup date, but we're always happy to accommodate same-day orders whenever possible.
Let’s Get to Work!
Captain CJ is more than a commercial crabber. He's a creator on a mission to share the Chesapeake Bay, inspire the next generation of watermen, and protect the place he calls home. Interested in sponsoring content, collaborating on a project, or supporting the future of the Bay? Let's get to work!
