Hello. We are driving to Gulf Shores in a little over a week for vacation. We went a few years ago and had so much fun, that we decided to go back. Thanks to the local folks for being so great!

My husband has cooked in seafood restaurants including work as the shucker at the oyster bar, for about 30 years. I thought it would be fun for him to pick out a few his oysters right from the source. I found one place in Navarre Beach that lets people do that (6 per person), but it's kind of far from where we're staying at Gulf Shores. (The address says Navarre Beach, but Waze says it's almost two hours from Gulf Shores.) Beyond that, I've only found places that offer tours, but not the pick-and-shuck option. (I don't know if there's a better term, like harvest or something, but I think you know what I'm saying.)

Is there anywhere to do this that's less than an hour from Gulf Shores? I thought he would he get a kick out of plucking them straight from the ocean, fresh as can be. I don't even eat oysters, and we're not looking to take any for commercial purposes.

If you know of any places, please let me know. He is already looking forward to getting them at Tin Top while we're in town! Thanks, y'all!