I have had 2 pots taken this year and had my pots checked several times. At least someone re baited them the last time.
I am down to fishing 2 [Bleeeeep!] pots, and not worrying about em. I check them irregularly, and get more than enough crab. Just tough to plan on having enough for a group.
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