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Begin with Part A: Applicant Information. Fill in your Landings number, Last Name, First Name, Social Security number, Sex, Date of Birth, Eye Color, Hair Color, Height, Weight, and Driver’s License details. Ensure all fields are completed accurately to avoid delays.
In Part B: Fishery Information, select whether you are renewing or applying for a new license. Choose the appropriate fee based on your age category and indicate if you are a student by checking the relevant box.
Complete the Buoy Color section if applicable and specify the number of trap tags you require. Remember to adhere to tag limits based on your age.
Fill in the Declared Zone section by selecting your intended fishing zones (A-G). You must also provide information about at least one sponsor who holds a current commercial lobster license.
In Part C: Supplemental Information, list any boats you will be using for fishing and ensure that all required details are filled out completely.
Finally, sign and date Part D: Certification. If under 18, ensure a parent or guardian also signs. Review all sections before submitting your application.
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Lobstering is really hard work and learning even the most basic things such as where to locate the bait inside the trap doesnt come in a book. Lobstering is competitive, fuel is expensive, and traps are expensive. Its not about what to have for dinner - its about making a living.
Why cant you lobster on Sunday in Maine?
Randall one reason is it allows the lobsters time to repopulate while helping to prevent overfishing during the summer months. The reason why its Sat afternoon and Sunday is because that is when the most recreational boats are outif theyre going to block off days it makes the most sense to do it on the weekend.
How many lobstermen are there in Maine?
The fact that virtually all of Maines lobster fishing fleet some 5,500 strong is comprised of day boats sets it apart from many other fishing fleets which head out for days or weeks at a time (think of the big fishing fleets in New Bedford and Gloucester, MA).
What is the average salary of a Maine lobsterman?
As of Sep 11, 2025, the average hourly pay for a Lobster Fisherman in Maine is $18.82 an hour.
How much money do you make working on a lobster boat?
As of Sep 2, 2025, the average hourly pay for a Lobster Fisherman in California is $19.19 an hour. While ZipRecruiter is seeing salaries as high as $29.42 and as low as $9.96, the majority of Lobster Fisherman salaries currently range between $15.19 (25th percentile) to $20.87 (75th percentile) in California.
As of Sep 8, 2025, the average hourly pay for a Lobster Fisherman in Maine is $18.82 an hour. While ZipRecruiter is seeing salaries as high as $28.86 and as low as $9.78, the majority of Lobster Fisherman salaries currently range between $14.90 (25th percentile) to $20.48 (75th percentile) in Maine.
How old would a 20 lb lobster be?
Recreational Fishing Regulations All female lobsters with eggs are also prohibited in both the commercial and recreational fisheries.
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13-188 C.M.R. ch. 25, 96 - Lobster Apprentice Program
A person must hold an apprentice lobster and crab fishing license or a student lobster and crab fishing license issued under 12 M.R.S.A. 6421 to enter the
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