Aphrodite Oysters from South Thomaston, ME YGroup_Riptide compared to the hand harvesting

compared to the hand harvesting and dragging that Island Creeks require

How they’re grown: These oysters are grown in floating cages on Phil’s 30-acre lease for the majority of their lives

Riptides are one of two types they grow

the crew loves to "cruise home on our beat up old pontoon boat

Osprey Island Creek Oyster Farm Mesh Trucker Hat in Camo & Khaki

Aphrodite Oysters from South Thomaston, ME YGroup_Riptide compared to the hand harvestingAvailable for a limited time only. Farmer: Krista Tripp Location: South Thomaston, Maine Size: 2. 5 How theyre grown: Aphrodite oysters are grown in bags or cages that float on top the water, where there is the highest concentration of food so they have plenty to eat. If you've ever gone swimming in Maine during the summer you know it is COLD! The colder the water the slower the oyster growth and that is why these beautiful oysters can take up to 3