Real crabmeat is wonderful (I live in the Seattle area); but, be aware that crabmeat needs to be kept chilled. It goes bad very quickly if not kept chilled.
Well, even though I’m near the Chesapeake, I’m not near enough to have fresh crab often. We buy pasteurized crabmeat - you find it in the refrigerated seafood section of the grocery; it has a shelf-life of about 18 months if you keep it unopened and refrigerated. Once opened, it should be consumed within two days.
I know it’s not the same as fresh - and especially what you probably get there - but it’s acceptable dope for us addicts.