
Welcome to oyster gardening-
How to get started
The recently changed link for the "Oyster Gardening" Permit is https://mrc.virginia.gov/forms/2019/VGP3_Aquaculture_form_2019.pdf and the mailing address is
Virginia Marine Resources
Commission Habitat Management Division
Building 96
380 Fenwick Road
Fort Monroe, VA 23651
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Attend an educational event
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Obtain helpful literature
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Join TOGA
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Talk to a Master Oyster Gardener
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Evaluate your gardening location
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Apply for a free permit
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Purchase or build floats and other equipment
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Purchase spat (oyster seed)
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Put your spat in the water
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Maintain your oysters and equipment
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Enjoy!
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Water depth should be 1 ft. or greater at low tide.
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Need a dock or pole to attach line to cage.
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Salinity should be 10 parts per thousand or greater. Click here.
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Be aware of sanitation, restrictions etc. Click here.