Tumblecan Oysters from Saquish, MA YGroup_shuckinggloves having founded North America’s largest

having founded North America’s largest mussel growing operation back in the late 80s

a euphemism for the ocean floor where sunken ships and drowned sailors find eternal rest

They’re so special

Sue can draw a lot of comparisons between basketball and oystering

Farming Technique:  Despite being grown right next to the Island Creeks

Tumblecan Oysters from Saquish, MA YGroup_shuckinggloves having founded North America’s largestFarmer: Skip Bennett Location: Saquish Neck, MA Size: Selects: 2. 5 3 How theyre grown: The Tumblecans are a true tumbled East Coast oyster. They spend their infancy out at Saquish in trays in the nutrient rich waters adjacent to the Aunt Dotty farm. Once they reach about an inch and a half, theyre transferred to the surface and into SEAPA gear: small cylindrical baskets designed to facilitate tumbling. Consistent tumbling encourages growth; shell