In article , "NOYB" wrote:

We catch 'em down here by "running the traps". The stone crab trap buoys
stretch out for miles and miles in season. You cruise by the buoys at 15-20
mph about 15 feet off of them. If you see a dark shadow on the downcurrent
side of the buoy, circle back and cast a shrimp or DOA upcurrent of the fish
and hold on!

If the sun is right, you can virtually drift right up to them and gaff 'em
before they even know you're there.

They are no doubt hanging out by the buoys because of the bit of shade that
they offer right?

Do you eat them? I can't say enough good things about the quality of the
fish as far as being table fare goes.

So you are in the Tampa area catching em'?

Cheers!