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[My pier is located near the mouth of Hoskins Creek and I wondered if the salinity of this location would be conducive to oyster growing. Thanks.]
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| chanshel@crosslink.net | I think that your salinities are OK but I am not sure because I don't know the location of Hoskins Creek. Is it east or west of Weems and the Corrotoman? If you can help me better pinpoint the location, I can give you a more definitive answer. | Aug 1, 2006 5:38 PM |
| chanshel@crosslink.net | I suggest that you test the salinity at your place using a hydrometer available from most any place that sells aquarium supplies (Wal-Mart?). Two brands that I have used with success are "Instant Ocean" and "Sea Test" | Aug 4, 2006 6:41 PM |
| checko26@aol.com | Margaret,I have Taylor floats a few miles downriver at Bowlers Wharf and they have done fine except for some storms on the river, which you will probably be more protected from.The cages will slime up and need to be pulled out a few times a year to clean but they should have enough salinity to thrive. | Sep 13, 2006 10:46 PM |