Scratching for Quahogs…Therapy and a Tasty Harvest!

May 30, 2017

Fresh is best…and Quahogs are a tasty treat harvested from the shallow waters in many Cape Cod areas. Quahogs are a hard shell clam (as compared to the soft shell “steamers”) and can be enjoyed raw (little-necks) or cooked in a variety of ways–grilled, baked, or chowdah! Fish markets and restaurants always have them & with a non-commercial/family permit one can “scratch” for Quahogs and enjoy their fresh catch of the day…when I go out for an hour or so of roaming, “scratching” and gathering it’s the best therapy I can think of…. Enjoy!

Raking Quahogs... a Low-tide Treat!

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A rake with a small basket is ideal for Quahogs.

By Spencer Kennard

As a child, spending summers in North Truro, I thought Cape Cod began at the Wellfleet Drive-In and ended at Provincetown. As a photographer, I now know that all the Cape towns leading to the canal have their own unique beauty and charm.

Roughly 30 years ago, I had the good fortune to work with the legendary photographer Dick Kelsey and as owner of Kelsey-Kennard have specialized in aerial photography as well as landscape/scenic, portraits, weddings, and photographing events on the Cape, the Islands, and beyond.

Photographs from our Gallery in Chatham are displayed in homes and businesses locally and world-wide.

Besides photography I also enjoy boating/ fishing (fish are usually very safe when I’m out there,) gardening and tennis. Cape Cod is a very special place and I look forward to sharing my images with you as I travel about.