Fishermen get ready for the crab rush

The Santa Cruz Sentinel describes preparations for the opening of the crab season on Monday, including in interview with Larry Collins, a Half Moon Bay fisherman. Fresh crab could be available to consumers as early as Monday afternoon.

When prices get too low for crabbers, many at smaller harbors like Half Moon Bay and Santa Cruz take their product directly to the dining public.

"If I don’t like the price, I just sell off the boat," Ribeiro said.