Annual clam clinic: a popular way to spend a rainy Saturday

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The annual clam clinic in Fairfield drew more than 100 first-time and experienced clammers to Sasco Hill Beach on May 19. Photo: Judy Preston / Connecticut Sea Grant
The annual clam clinic in Fairfield drew more than 100 first-time and experienced clammers to Sasco Hill Beach on May 19. Photos: Judy Preston/ Connecticut Sea Grant

Despite rainy weather, about 100 people turned out for the Fairfield Shellfish Commission’s Annual Clam Clinic on May 19. Connecticut Sea Grant staff participated in the event and provided educational materials. The event drew both experienced and first-timers clammers, who could learn the techniques and borrow equipment from shellfish commission volunteers.

Rainy weather didn't deter the hardy clammers from taking part in the clamming clinic. Photo: Judy Preston
Rainy weather didn’t deter the hardy clammers from taking part in the clam clinic.
One of the clammers carries his gear to the clamming site at Sasco Hill Beach. Photo: Judy Preston
One of the clammers carries his gear to the clamming site at Sasco Hill Beach.
About 100 people turned out for the annual clamming clinic sponsored by the Fairfield Shellfish Commission on May 19.
About 100 people turned out for the annual clamming clinic sponsored by the Fairfield Shellfish Commission.