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name: micah grasso
e_mail: micahgrss@yahoo.com
boat_name: gannet
date: 1/19/10
where: virginia beach
method: trolling&jiggin
species: Striped Bass
size: 15 to 35lbs
bait_used: shad rigs & jigs
water_depth: 40 feet
water_temp: 49
other: Went down to V.A. beach for some stripers. beautiful day. Temps in the 60's & some great fishing we were limited out & releaseing fish by 10:30 great day &great crew.

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
date: 1/16/10
species: Ling (AKA Red Hake)
other: We had good fishing for our open boat trip today. We ended up with blackfish to 8 pounds, along with 13 ling and 2 keeper cod and 1 short. We will be running open boat bottom fishing trips next weekend. Give me a call for details. We have a fully enclosed and heated cabin and provide crabs and clams. 732-567-3289

name: Daniel fischer
e_mail: snowbucknbassboard@yahoo.com
boat_name: merc40runner
date: 01/16/2010
where: manasquan river
method: sabiki rigs
species: Spot
size: none
bait_used: subariki
water_depth: 20'
water_temp: unknow
other: Has anyone caught a herring at the inlets yet? or will the mackeral get here before them?

name: Captain Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer II
date: 1/10
where: ocean
method: bait
species: Blackfish
size: to 13 lbs
bait_used: green crabs
water_depth: 100 feet
other: We had good blackfishing today in deeper water with fish up to 13 lbs. The high hook was Franky Qui, who had a dozen keepers only keeping his 4 with most of the between 3-6 lbs and his biggest was around 9 lbs. Abe Beren had 6 keepers only taking his 4 with his biggest around 10 lbs. Justin Lerner had 3 keepers one being 8.5 lbs and another around 7 lbs. Lenny Rago had 4 nice keepers to around 7 lbs. Greg Barnette and his buddy Had Birchmier had 7 nice keepers between them. Had managed to wrangle the big fish of the day around 13 lbs. The weather should warm up this week and we have openings for this week. Please call for information and reservations 732 803 6276 Thanks Captain Ray Burke

name: Captain Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer II
date: 1/7/10
where: ocean
method: bait
species: Blackfish
size: to 9 lbs
bait_used: green crabs
water_depth: 70 feet
water_temp: 48
other: After a tough morning on the edge of the mud hole with horrifying anchoring conditions, we moved a couple miles inshore to a small snag and bailed out the day. For the second time this week Ron Long was one of the two high hooks on the boat with 7 large fish most of which were 3-6 lbs with one fish around 8 lbs. Joe Resguccia also had 7 keepers and a slightly larger fish approx. 9 lbs. Both anglers only kept their limit releasing the rest. Tony Cavilaro, who's been a frequent fisherman in the last couple weeks, held up his end nicely and caught his limit, with 4 REALLY nice fish. Several other limits were caught with many being quality fish. All this action happened in 2 hours. I have openings every day, weather permitting, check out the open boat page for details. Thanks Captain Ray

1/6/2010
Captain Ron Santee reports:
Once again, I'm reaching out to everyone who enjoys the pleasure of fishing.. On Wednesday Feb. 24 there is a Protest in Washington regarding the demise of fishing as we know it. NOAA and the powers that be have decided that we no longer matter and want to make the world a better place for fish. The Magnuson Stevens act has come to the point where it is a weapon for the radical enviro's to end fishing as we know it. Our own president has given the power to NOAA to implement programs that will put thousands of hard working people out of business. Not just Fisherman like us, but the Tackle shops, restauraunts, bait dealers, hotels, fish markets anyone who makes thier living or enjoys the freedom of fishing. It's time to say enough is enough and our voices must be heard!!!
In these tough times and horrible economy it's hard to commit to such a venture, but if you could try to make the trip to Washington on the 24th, it will say that we are tired of our freedoms being taken away, we are tired of all the crap this goverment is shoving down our throats, and maybe, just maybe, we can make a differance. There is strength in numbers, numbers are what we need to let these people know we have had it!!! There are Several locations for Busses on the SSFFF websight...Hope to see you there...
Thank You, Capt.Ron
name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 1/6/10
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Weakfish
size: 10 lbs
bait_used: Crabs
water_depth: 70
water_temp: 46
other: We had excellent fishing today, and the whole boat was limited out. The high hook and biggest fish were caught by Ron Long with 12 keepers, most of which were in the 3-5 lb. range, however his largest fish was about 10 lbs.Ron kept his legal limit and released the rest Mike Coppa had 6 keepers, with fish up to 6 lbs. Paul Ripperger also had 6 keepers up to 7 lbs. Tony Cavallero had 5 keepers up to 7 lbs, and Carl Zimmerman had 4 keepers up to 5 lbs. We will be sailing daily, weather permitting. Please call Capt. Ray for reservations and further info: (732) 803-6276

name: CAPT RAY BURKE
boat_name: MAD GAFFER 11
date: 12/31/09 AND 1/1/10
where: OCEAN
method: BAIT
species: Tautog
size: TO 12 1/2 LBS
bait_used: CRAB
water_depth: 100 FEET
water_temp: 48
other: BOTH DAYS PRODUCED EXCELLANT FISHING FOR BIG BLACKFISH THE BOAT LIMITED OUT BOTH DAYS AND MANY KEEPERS WERE RELEASED ON THURS CARL ZIMMERMAN BOB PENCI CHARLIE RAKOVIC FRANKIE QUE FROM THE PANDA HOUSE AND HIS FRIEND BIG LENNY ALL CAUGHT THEIR LIMITS WITH BOB CHARLIE AND LENNY ALL CATCHING BIG FISH 10 LBS OR BETTER TODAY TONY AND CHARLIE CAME BACK AND ALONG WITH DR ANDY DUBMAN AND THE REST OF THE CREW CAUGHT THEIR LIMIT AND HAD MANY KEEPER THROW BACKS DR ANDY HAD THE BIG FISH AT ABOUT 12 1/2 LBS WE FINISHED THE DAY INSHORE LOTS OF FISH WERE CAUGHT THE BIG BLACKFISH ARE STILL HERE AND BITING WE WILL BE FISHING EVERY DAY JAN AND FEB WEATHER PERMITTING CALL CAPT RAY AT 732 803 6276 FOR INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS I HAVE OPENINGS MOST EVERY DAY SO BE SURE TO CALL AND GET YOUR BIG TOG FOR THE NEW YEAR HEATED CABIN FOR YOUR COMFORT BAIT AND TACKLE SUPPLIED I WOULD LIKE TO WISH ALL MY FRIENDS AND CUSTOMERS A VEY HAPPY AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR

name: Captain ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer II
date: 12/30
where: oceans
method: bait
species: Blackfish
size: 8 lbs
bait_used: green crabs
water_depth: 60 feet
water_temp: 50
other: Excellent fishing on bigger fish. We caught many limits and still have room for our new year's eve and new year's day special trips. Call Ray for info 732 803 6276

name: CAPT RAY BURKE
boat_name: MAD GAFFER 11
date: 12/29/09
species: Tautog
other: I WILL BE MAKING A SPECIAL NEW YEARS EVE TRIP FROM 6 AM UNTIL 1PM WE WILL ALSO BE SAILING EVERY DAY AS WEATHER PERMITS CALL CAPT RAY AT 732 803 6276 FOR RESERVATIONS AND INFORMATION HEATED CABIN FOR YOUR COMFORT BAIT AND TACKLE SUPPLIED

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 12/27/09
species: Striped Bass
other: We were at least hoping for a glimmer of light this week to try and give it a couple more shots at the Bass. With the weather the way it's been and now a new storm coming for Thursday, for us the Fat lady has sung. Read the report from the Gambler yesterday, and although you can't go by one day, it's pretty obvious we'd be beating a dead horse. Congradulations to Eric Jensen "Mortgage Man" for winning this Falls, Big Bass Pool.....
Thanks to all for fishing with us in 2009. Hope you have a Healthy and Happy New Year and that we see you in the Spring.... Taking the Bride on a Cruise in Feb for our 26th wedding anniversary, then it's off to Washington on the 24th. Hope many of you will join us all, in the fight of our lives!!! Capt.Ron

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA III
date: 12-24-2009
where: NORTH OF SR INLET
method: ANCHOR
species: Tautog
size: SHORT TO 6#
bait_used: CRABS
water_temp: 42
other: After my last blackfishing fiasco I am thrilled to say what is likely the final trip of the season went great. Got a late start due to unpredictable weather and got rolling with the a crew of Freddy and Kevin at about 1000 hrs. Headed north in crappy n/ne wind and we were all thinking we should have stayed home. Found the piece, dropped the marker and went up and set the hook and when we came tight the marker was sitting between the outboards. Drop and reel fishing for the next 3 hours as we put our limit of 18 in the boat with many more 15-16" keepers thrown back. We never even had to move around the boat as the fish were thick on the structure. Within an hour or so the wind dropped out and it was a beautiful afternoon. God Bless Our Troops and thoughts and prayers to the crew and families of the Alishia Marie.

name: Captain Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad gaffer II
date: 12/23
where: ocean
method: bait
species: Blackfish
size: 8 lbs
bait_used: green crabs
water_depth: 50 feet
water_temp: 49 degrees F
other: Toggin was excellent! Boat was limited out plus many keepers were released along with hundreds of shorts. Again Big Mike Coppa was high hook with 14 keepers - keeping his limit and released the rest. Scott madole and party also captured their limit and had the big fish of the day which weighed around 8 lbs. Action is peaking inshore right now and I have openings christmas eve and christmas day, through the weekend and all next week. For information call Captain Ray at 732 803 6276.

name: The Professor & Harry McLaughlin
e_mail: prumsey2@verizon.net
boat_name: The Professor
date: 12/19/09
where: IBSP 45 Ft of Water From Coast Guard to Govenors Mansion
method: Trolling Bunker Spoons &Tube Umbrella Rigs
species: Striped Bass
size: 39" 28.1 LBS & 37" 26.6 LBs
bait_used: All Fish On Chrome & Chartruese Bunker Spoons
water_depth: 45 Ft was the Magic Spot; Bait=Fish
water_temp: 46- 48 degrees
other: One last shot before pullling the boat. The big fish were there and on the feed before the storm. Had two quality fish @ 39" X 24" girth by 28.1 lbs & 37" X 24" girth by 26.6 LBS & lost another quality fish of equal size @ the back of the boat after a 2 minute tussle. All fish on either Chartreuse or Chrome bunker spoons, the Tube umbrellas were not touched, the key was to find the bait and find the fish. Not bad for the last trip of the season before the storm. Fish are still there for those of you still in the water. Go Get 'em. See ya next year! Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! Tight Lines til '10!

name: CAPT RAY BUREKE
boat_name: MAD GAFFER 11
date: 12/18/09
where: OCEAN
method: BAIT
species: Tautog
size: TO 8 LBS
bait_used: CRAB
water_depth: 60
water_temp: 50
other: GOOD FISHING AGAIN TODAY THE ENTIRE BOAT LIMITED OUT WITH THE BIG FISH AROUND 8 LBS. TONY CAVELLARO CAUGHT THE BIG ONE AS WELL AS HIS LIMIT CARL ZIMMERMAN JOHN AMBROSE AND FRANKIE OF THE PANDA HOUSE ALSO CAUGHT THEIR LIMIT AND THREW BACK MANY KEEPERS. I HAVE OPENINGS ALL OF NEXT WEEK INCLUDING SAT AND SUNDAY. I WILL BE FISHING CHRISTMAS EVE AND CHRISTMAS DAY SO COME ON DOWN AND CATCH YOURSELF A BIG TOG FOR CHRISTMAS. CALL CAPT RAY AT 732 803 6276 FOR OPEN RESVERTION OR CHARTERS. HEATED CABIN FOR YOUR COMFORT BAIT AND TACKLE SUPPLIED

name: Capt.Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmrgiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 12/15/2009
where: ocean
method: bottom
species: Tautog
size: 8lbs
bait_used: green crabs
water_depth: 50
water_temp: 51
other: Although I have not been writing my reports on a regular basis. May last eight trips in December produced limit catches on all trips. Most of my trips have been south of Barnegat inlet in 65' of water. the best trip of the fall season was my last, on the Barnegat light reef with blackfish to 8lbs and a great way to end the season. Hopefully we will have a blackfish season in the spring as it should be a good one.Have a great winter.

name: BRUCE MILLER
e_mail: NORTHERNSTAR12162YAHOO.COM
boat_name: NORTHERNSTAR
date: 12/15/09
where: OCEAN/ THUNDERBIRD
method: TROLL TUBES AND SPOONS
species: Striped Bass
size: SHORTS
bait_used: RIGS
other: GOT A 6:30 BRIDGE AND HIT THE INLET FOR A 10 MIN TROLL. NOTHING MARKED-- NOTHING SEEN AND NOTHING HEARD OF BEING CAUGHT. WENT SOUTH TO THE T-BIRD AND THE RADIO STILL SOUNDED BLEEK FROM BELMAR TO LBI. TROLLED AFTER SEEING BIRD IN WATER BUT SWIMMING AND FLOATING. LANDED SOME SHORTS IN 40 FT AND SOME SCHOOLIES ALTHOUGH NO BLUES. FIGHT FOR YOUR RIGHTS TO FISH ITS BEEN OUR RIGHT FOR HUNDREDS OF YEARS AND IS IN QUESTION. THEY COULD BE GONE SOON. GOD BLESS

name: Capt ray burke
boat_name: mad gaffer II
date: 12/15/09
where: ocean
method: bait
species: Blackfish
size: 12 lbs
bait_used: green crabs
water_depth: 50 feet
water_temp: 51 deg
other: Today's blackfishing showed a sharp upturn from yesterday although yesterday's fishing was more than adequate. In other words today's fishing was excellent!! The whole boat was limited out with multiple keepers released and many fish over the 5-6 lb mark. Richard Wong had his limit and released fish up to 7 lbs. Nick Recanti had over his limit but only kept his 6 fish with his biggest arounf 9 lbs. Carl Zimmerman had the same with his big fish around 10 lbs. But the big star of the day was Chris Oprzadek. He boated 14 keepers only keeping his 6 with his biggest slightly over 12 lbs. We have openings friday saturday and sunday as well as next week call for info 732 803 6276

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
species: Blackfish
other: 12/15/09- We had Johnny Lit and the crew out today for some good blackfishing. We had several nice keepers to 7 pounds, and plenty of shorts. We are running open boat for blackfish this coming Saturday and Sunday. Give me a call for more details. 732-567-3289

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA III
date: 12-15-09
where: SEAGIRT REEF
species: Tautog
size: SHORT TO 4#
bait_used: CRABS
water_depth: 70
water_temp: 49
other: Out today with Kirk, Danny and Dave for a shot at the blackfish. Today's trip could best be described as 4 monkeys #@$%^&^ a basketball!!! Started at the SG reef and immediately put 2 keepers in the livewell - everything is good right. Moved to find better real estate and just could not get on the pieces. One anchor, two anchors, grapple - it didn't matter we were always 20 feet north, south, east or west of the piece. We even jumped on a buddies hook after he caught his limit and we still couldn't buy a fish. Fished from 7 until 2:30 and had 2 keepers and 3 shorts. We threw the 2 keepers back at the end of the day out of shame. Worst part is it was still better than going to work. God Bless Our Troops.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 12/15/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Had that Change of tide bite this morning!! 3 drifts of hit the bottom and fish on. A few keepers, mostly shorts but after yesterday, it felt great! Once the drift got to 3 knots that was it for the rest of the day.... Went into search mode down the beach, out east, back to the channels for nothing more than a hack. Dave had the big fish at 15 1/2 pounds plus a whole bunch of shorts. Amazing how the readings just seem to disappear once conditions get bad, where the hell do they go!! From solid readings on the bottom, to absolutly nothing, still can't figure it out after all these years.... Capt. Ron

name: "Open Boat" Stripers
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 12/14/2009
where: Between the Channels
method: Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 38"
bait_used: Tube Rigs
water_depth: 20 to 40 Ft.
water_temp: 47 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had another Open Boat Striper trip on Monday. The weather was warm. The ocean was calm but once again we saw no sign of bird play or Stripers until we were up between the channels. The reads were spread out and Jigging was not productive. We put out the Trolling gear and had steady bites of small Bass. All were between 20" and 27". The one and only keeper we had was a 38" Bass. Today was the last of my Open Boat Striper trips for this year. I will finish the week (Weather Permitting) with a few Tog trips and my 2009 season will be over.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 12/14/09
where: Everywhere!
species: Striped Bass
other: After the morning bite yesterday (before the weather went to crap) I thought for sure today would be a banner day. Had a bunch of the Monday regs out looking for one last shot at some action, to no avail!! Had a couple shots at some short fish between the channels early, from there it was downhill. Looked down the beach only to find bait, back up to the channels, over to the NY side, back to the channels for slack tide again, NG. Not a good bite to the South and it sounds like the bottom fishing was tough also, so hopefully it was just a one day situation. Thanks to Anchor Joe, Andy, Jimmy, Doc and Dave for the Great Xmas gifts, I'm enjoying them as I type!! Capt.Ron

name: "Open Boat" Stripers
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 12/13/2009
where: Mantoloking To Barnegat
method: Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 38"
bait_used: Tube Rigs
water_depth: 30 to 50 Ft.
water_temp: 48 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran an Open Boat Striper trip today with 3 men. We left in a flat calm ocean intending to Jig on fish reads but by 9AM the South wind was comming on and the ocean became an ugly place within an hour. We put in the Trolling gear and got our first 38" keeper off IBSP along with a 3 shorts. There was no bird activity at all today so the search was on for good reads. Paul finally got into a bite when the tide change came at Noon. The 3 men added 5 more keepers, all over 32" to the catch along with a couple of shorts. The bite ended at 1PM and by this time we had a steady 25knt. south wind blowing with gusts over 30knts. We called it a day at 1PM with a 3 man limit catch in the box.

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatchartrers@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
species: Blackfish
other: 12/12/09 Had good blackfishing for the Ron Stroz charter from Colts Neck. We had a dozen keepers to 5 pounds and twice as many shorts to keep the rods bending. We will be running open boat for blackfish this coming Saturday and Sunday. Give me a call to reserve your spot. 732-567-3289

name: mike
date: 12/12
where: shark river to hook
method: troll jig
species: Striped Bass
size: 26in
bait_used: various
water_depth: 30/60
water_temp: 49
other: we did a lot of fishing and a little catching .late in our day we came across a big school at the shark buoy and caught a few big blues and 7 or 8 short stripers

name: Potter Rumsey
boat_name: The Professor
date: 12/12/09
where: Off IBSP in 25-45 "
method: Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 32"
bait_used: Umbrella Rigs Bunker Spoons
water_depth: 25-45'
water_temp: 49-50
other: Had my limit, needed to fish hard to find the fish after the blow. Lots of bait but fish were scattered and not balled up as you woulod expect at this time. We need a lull so bait can get schooled back up along with the fish. Still should be at least a couple more weeks left. Tight lines.

name: Captain Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer II
date: 12/12/09
where: ocean
method: bait
species: Blackfish
size: 11 lbs
bait_used: green crabs
water_depth: 55 feet
water_temp: 52 deg
other: This morning the boat was limited out just before noon. High hook was Frankie Que. He has 12 keeper togs to 8.5 lbs - keeping his 6 and releasing the rest. Jeff Masters caught his limit with fish to 8 lbs and threw back keepers and shorts. Chris Myers also had his limit with fish around 8 lbs. Dan Kwasnik caught his limit with his big fish around 6 lbs. But the biggest fish of the day was caught by Lenny Rago which went around 11 lbs. He also caught his limit. I have openings all week and next weekend for both open boat and charter. Call for info 732 803 6276

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 12/12/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: After a 3 day Hiatus and a report of diminishing winds, couldn't wait to get out today....Got a report of Birds diving hard down the beach....could see them as we rounded the hook. Once there, we had a pick on the shorts, didn't catch what we saw for sure. Bounced around inshore then offshore trying to find the right bite but it didn't happen. Once the tide changed, what little action we did have died. Covered a whole bunch of miles trying to do the right thing to no avail....and the diminishing wind....yea at 1:00 o'clock!!! High hook had 14 fish with NO KEEPERS!!! Capt.Ron

name: Bob McColgan
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 12/08/2009
where: Between The Channels
method: Jigging/ Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 33"
bait_used: Jigs & Rigs
water_depth: 25 to 40 Ft.
water_temp: 50 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Bob McColgan charter on board the Bounty Hunter on Tuesday. We caught a break in the weather and it was a great day on the ocean. Our early morning ride to the north was uneventful as we did not see any signs of life until we reached north of the Rocks. With 4 Newbies on the boat it was evident that Jigging was going to be tough so Paul put out the Trolling gear. We had the fish on in a few minutes and landed over 40 short Bass, 7 Keepers up to 33" and over a dozen Big Blues. It was good fishing with a great crew. I still have openings for my Open Boat Striper trips on Sun. 12/13 & Mon. 12/14. Call me at 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: CAPT RAY BURKE
boat_name: MAD GAFFER
date: 12/8/09
where: OCEAN
method: BAIT
species: Tautog
size: TO 10LBS
bait_used: CRAB
water_depth: 60 FEET
water_temp: 52
other: ON TUES 12/8 THE FISHING STARTED OUT SLOW BUT FINISHED UP HOT WE PICKED AT KEEPERS UNTIL THE LAST SPOT OF THE DAY WHERE CHRIS MEYERS CAUGHT A 10 LBER ALONG WITH THE THE REST OF HIS LIMIT CARL ZIMMERMAN CAUGHT HIS LIMIT THAT INCULDED A 6 AND 1/2LBER. FISHING IS STILL GOOD AND WE WILL STAY OUT AS LONG AS IS NEEDED TO PUT LIMIT CATCHES TOGETHER I HAVE OPENING FOR THIS FRI SAT AND SUNDAY AS WELL AS ALL OF NEXT WEEK INCLUDING SAT AND SUNDAY CALL CAPT RAY BURKE AT 732 803 6276 FOR OPEN BOAT OR CHARTER RESERVATIONS. AND GET YOUR LIMIT OF BIG TOGS HEATED CABIN FOR YOUR COMFORT BAIT AND TACKLE SUPPLIED DONT FORGET WE ARE NOW SAILING OUT OF BELMAR N.J FOR THE WINTER SAEASON

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 12/08/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: If we had caught what we read on the fish finder, today would have been unreal!!! Good jig fishing on way too many, almost keepers. Would make a drift catch one or two on the great readings...go back and they'd bite their heads off! All day like that. Had a shot of some bigger bluefish also. I'm sure, now that no boats are out there, with the change of tide, those suckers are going crazy!!! Not getting out of bed tomorrow with that forecast. I'm all for the snot, but tomorrow would be idiotic.... East 25 to 30 with rain. Papa didn't raise no fool!!! Will post on the weather for Thursday tomorrow. Capt.Ron

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 12/7/09
where: ocean
method: jig/bottom
species: Blackfish
size: to 10 lbs
bait_used: green crabs
water_depth: 75 ft
water_temp: 51
other: Had the Andy Compton charter out this morning for the last trip of the season. Stopping on birds for two hours in the morning produced 50 short bass on jigs. Once we got settled in on the blackfish grounds, the bite was on, with the charter easily reaching their 6 man limit with 36 keeper tog to 10 lbs being decked. We would like to thank all of our customers for sailing with us this year and wish everyone happy holidays and hope to see you all next year. We are already taking reservations for the spring bass run. For information or reservations please contact Capt Derek at 732-861-3394.

name: CAPT RAY BURKE
boat_name: MAD GAFFER
date: 12/7/09
where: OCEAN
method: BAIT
species: Tautog
size: TO 10LBS
bait_used: CRAB
water_depth: 60
water_temp: 54
other: EXCELLENT BLACKFISHING TODAY.THE BOAT WAS LIMITED OUT BY 1PM LARRY MECTYRE HAD HIS LIMIT UP TO 5 LBS. NICK KOTERSKI HAD 12 KEEPING HIS LIMIT OF 6 UP/12 LB.BOB PENSI HAD HIS LIMIT UP TO 8 LBS. CAPT PAUL RIPEGER HAD 14 KEEPERS KEPPEING HIS LIMIT OF 6 AND RELEASING THE REST.PETER KOLVIETOES HAD HIS LIMIT UP TO 7LBS FRAN MILLER 1ST TIME BLACKFISHERMAN HAD 8 FISH RELEASED TWO HAD A 10LBER A 9 LBER AND 3 AT 7LBS I HAVE OPENINGS TOMMORROW AND THE REST OF THIS WEEK INCLUDING OPENINGS THIS WEEK END CALL CAPY RAY AT 732 803 6276 TO MAKE YOUR RESERVATION AND GET IN ON THIS GREAT FISHING HEATED CABIN FOR YOUR COMFORT BAIT AND TACKLE SUPPLIED

name: Capt. Bay Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 12/6/09
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Blackfish
size: 9 lbs
bait_used: Crabs
water_depth: 50 ft
water_temp: 52
other: Fishing was excellent today. High hooks were Charlie Rakovic with 10 keepers throwing back four and keeping his limit. Big Mike Coppa with about the same, both with fish over 6 lbs. Red Zisa for the first time limited out on togs and had a fish about 7 lbs. The big fish went to Al Fowzie who had a fish of about 9 lbs. There were several limits around the boat and many close to their limit. There were many throwbacks as well. I have openings all this week and next weekend. Call Capt Ray for further info and reservations: 732 803-6276

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 112/5/09
species: Striped Bass
other: As of two days ago, another fishery has been closed to both Rec and Commercial fishermen. The Red Snapper from the Gulf States all the way to the Carolina's. It's just a matter of time.....other than a lawsuit being filled, where's the outrage except among ourselves?? No public protest's, No report on 60 minutes or the local news for that matter on how this rouge agency is putting hard working Americans out of Business, WITH THE PRESIDENTS SUPPORT!!!! Why are we making it so easy? As men, let me ask those who sit idly bye, What happened to your BALLS??? In high school most would have taken on the bully, maybe you got your ass kicked, maybe you didn't, one thing you got by doing it was RESPECT. The bully became your friend, he along with anyone else had respect because you stood up. We are faced with the biggest bully of our lifetime right now, and yet we let him kick sand in our face!! We don't fight back and some even think if we do, it will make us look bad!! You know what looks bad, standing on the unemployment line wondering how did this all come about, why, for what reason? Is it about the fish for real??? BS. Don't believe that for a minute. It's about people wielding power over other people because they can. Jobs that were made up to do nothing more than be justified by Something getting done, whether it puts people out of business or takes away a way of life. Respect, what respect? Don't let me once hear those cry who have done nothing....you'll hear the respect I have for that. BS! Capt. Ron

name: eddie c.
e_mail: coopere6@optonline.net
boat_name: Long Shot
date: 12/04/2009
where: Sandy hook Reef; Battlegrounds
method: Anchored
species: Tautog
size: to 5 lbs.
bait_used: green Crabs
water_depth: 47' to 75'
water_temp: 52-53 F
other: Good day to be out in the salt air and enjoy the company of some seasoned fishermen and reliable Capt. Mark. Tough day of fishing with a slow pick of blackfish with 15 keepers to 5 lbs. and quite a few shorts.

name: Mick Pirolli
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 12/04/2009
where: Reef & Rocks
method: Bottom
species: Blackfish
size: Up to 18"
bait_used: Green Crabs
water_depth: 35 to 70 Ft.
water_temp: 52 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Mick Pirolli charter on board the Bounty Hunter and we decided to pass on the Stripers and give the Tog a try. We made a few drops on the Reef and were surprised by the lack of bites, a few shorts a few Dogfish and that was it. Moving up north to the rough bottom the results were the same. Another move to the Rocks got us several bites and we finished the day with a handful of keepers in the box. For us it was tough fishing, one of the slowest Tog days we have seen in a long time. Dec. 13th & 14th are the last 2 Open Boat Striper days for 2009. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Rob
boat_name: Vessel X
date: 12/4/09
where: Sandy Hook
species: Striped Bass
other: Tried for the bluefin all day on friday. we had 3 knockdowns, but they did not set up any of the times. Very frustrating, as we saw them sporadically jumping throughout the day- some of them huge. Stopped in btwn the channels around 345, trolled to sunset and had 9 bass, but they were all shorts, some micro-sized. Nice day on the water.

name: Tom B
e_mail: tbolcar19@comcast.net
boat_name: Sunshine
date: 12/4/2009
where: South of Manasquan Inlet
method: jig and troll
species: Striped Bass
size: shorts
bait_used: black tubes and AVA 27s
water_depth: 60-80 ft.
water_temp: 51
other: Slow bite today with nothing on the jigs and random shorts on the troll. On a positive note at sunset there were Bunker around the boat. I didn't see anything chasing them but if the Bunker are still here the game fish should be also. Trying again Sunday. Tight Lines, Reasonable Regulations. TB

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA III
date: 12-02-09
where: NORTH OF SR INLET
method: TROLL
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 46"
water_depth: VARIED
other: Left my Contender in the slip and jumped on my buddy Fred's boat for another shot at the elusive Thunnus thynnus. Conditions were perfect with the full moon and a front coming through so we played hookie from work and went after em. We were out before sun up and immediately upon arriving on the grounds we had tuna from 40-150 pounds busting 360 around the boat. We trolled and threw jigs and poppers at busting fish for 3 hours without a touch. Then it happened - we got bit on the troll and for a change I got to fight a fish instead of driving the boat. The fish made a couple of nice runs and when he came to the leader Fred's aim with the gafff was true and we had a 46" fish in the boat. We bled it, bagged it and went back on the troll only to lose a second fish- probably our over - to a straightened hook. God Bless America and God Bless Our Troops!

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 12/2/09
where: ocean
method: bottom
species: Bluefish
size: to 8 lbs
bait_used: green crabs
water_depth: 65 ft
water_temp: 53.3
other: The Pepe Lepre charter was out this morning for a combo bass/blackfish trip. Stopping on birds working produced 3 keepers to 31 inches along with 30 shorts. Once on the blackfish ground, the charter limited out with 36 blackfish to 8.5lbs, releasing additional keepers and shorts. We will be running open boat combo trips this coming Sat 12/5 and Sun 12/6 for bass/blackfish. Cost is $110 per person including all bait, tackle, and tip for the mate. For more information and reservatrions please contact Capt Derek at 732-861-3394.

name: Ray Maronpot
e_mail: ray@littlerayspools.com
boat_name: Poolwinner
date: 12/02/09
where: Ocean
method: troll/jig
species: Striped Bass
size: 28 1/16
bait_used: ava's, stretch 25's
water_depth: 10'-50'
water_temp: 52*
other: Hoped the full moon would have turned on a hot bite but only managed 1 keeper. Chased the birds all day from the hook down a little below the rocks. Lots of fish rolling on top but hits were tough to come by. We only boated 3 all day and missed a few more. Did'nt see much catching on any of the head boats either. Oh, where did the channel markers go leading in to Leonardo? They were there in the morning. Good thing we know the place because it was one heck of a low tide in the pm. Tight lines and happy holidays.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 12/02/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: After a couple days Hiatus, the bite was back on today. Worked some Bird life in the channels, just at slack into the change. Had a good shot at the keepers and short fish. Bite died on the outgoing so we took a ride South. Found more life along the way with shots of bass and blues. Couldn't make the same drift twice, had to keep moving to stay on the fish. Made it down to the Rocks, lots of life, but the bite was tough to come by, saw the fish rolling, couldn't catch many of them. Lost way too many rigs to stay there. Headed back to the North and a few more shots at the shorts...Great day on the water with action and a great group of guys!! Big "Silent" Bob had the hot hand today with 2 nice keepers and who knows how many shorts!! Thursday is the Craps, I don't mind the snot, but when you throw in some flem, it's time to stay home!!!! See you on Friday... Capt.Ron

name: Steve Lopez
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 12/1/2009
where: Spring Lk. To the Piers
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 30"
bait_used: Ava 47's
water_depth: 30 to 70 Ft..
water_temp: 52 Degrees
other: The Steve Lopez charter joined Capt. Paul for a day of Striper fishing. Again, Paul was the first charter boat on the Bass off Spring Lake and we were off to a good start. We had over 20 short Bass, several large Blues but only 1 keeper Bass in the first hour. As has been the case over the last few days after the tide change the bite was over for us. We spent the rest off the day working the bird play from Spring Lake to the Piers but only had 1 more keeper along with the occasional short Bass and Blue. Things should improve when we get off this Moon. The Bounty Hunter will sail Open for Stripers on Sunday Dec. 13th and Monday Dec. 14th. This will be your last chance to fish with us this year. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Captain Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer II
date: 12/01
where: Ocean
method: Bottom
species: Tautog
size: up to 10 LBS
bait_used: Green Crabs
water_depth: 50 feet
water_temp: 52
other: Today we limited the boat out early on nice big Blackfish and threw many keeper fish back as well as almost 100 shorts. We had excellent action all day!! Peter Morales had his limit with fish up to 8 LBS and threw many keepers back. Carl Zimmerman limited out on fish up to 7 LBS and also threw back many keepers. Chris Oprzadek caught his limit of fish up to 8 LBS and also released many keepers. Dan O'Brien has his limit threw quite a few keepers back and had three huge fish in a row of 10 LBS, 9 LBS and 8 Lbs. Dave Salvatore caught his limit with fish uo to 7 LBS and threw several keepers back. Captain Ray Burke also caught his limit and the mate Billy Boardman also had his limit of fish. We have openings for the rest of the week and the weekend, please call Captain Ray at 732-803-6276 for a reservation.

name: Andrew
e_mail: amarsala07747@yahoo.com
boat_name: Master Baiter
date: 12/01/2009
where: Atlantic Ocean
method: Troll
species: Striped Bass
size: up to 30"
bait_used: tube rigs
water_depth: 40-60'
water_temp: 51 degrees
other: Figured since Sunday was so good I�d head out another day while on vacation for those awesome Stripers. Broke the inlet at 0615 and had birdlife immediately�trolled and jigged on em with no luck. Decided to run north where we had fish on Sunday�Once there we dropped lines on some good marks and had two instant bass. Then we had good bird life to the east and ended up chasing and marveling at the huge blue fin tuna jumping everywhere. Got back to bass fishin and had around 40 bass mostly short with only one yellow eye and three keepers. Again an awesome day on the water, God Bless the USA. Again the only method that worked was dragging tubes rigs on the bottom�jigging was ineffective as well as anything else we threw at em�

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 12/01/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Thought the two day blight was over when we came around the hook and saw some black sky!! Got to the bird life, had a few shots at the "Tiny Bass", the ones I talked about in yesterdays post, then that was it!! Covered the Ocean, even watched the Tuna jumping around the boat...(if only I coulda snagged one or two of those suckers!!) Small group today, yet we had to work twice as hard to catch crap!! A few small fish here and there, and not many blues. We should get out tomorrow, Thursday is looking a little shakey though....Capt.Ron

name: "Open Boat" Stripers
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/30/2009
where: Off Spring Lake
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 32"
bait_used: Ava's
water_depth: 45 TO 65 fT.
water_temp: 52 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran today's Open Boat trip with 5 passengers. On board were Steve Senff, Eric (In Pursuit, Bill, John & Sam. We had a 2 hour bite at the tide change and boxed 6 keepers along with a couple of Bluefish. After the morning bite the fish shut down and we only had the occasional Blue. A move of a few miles put us into some good reads and the crew put another 2 keepers in the box, released a dozen shorts and a couple of Blues. It was not a great day but it was good enough to double yesterday's catch and send everyone home with a few Fillets. The Dec. 2nd Open Boat trip was not filled. My next Open Boat trips for Stripers will be on Sunday Dec. 13th and Monday Dec. 14th. It will be your last chance to fish on the Bounty Hunter this season. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/30/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Not a good bite again today as we covered the miles looking for signs of life. Read fish, would stop and catch a couple bass and an odd bluefish then that was it. Tried to get back on them, the'd be gone! Didn't have much of a drift so whatever fish we did stop on, would just keep swimming away. Finished up back in the channels with the same conditions and same type of bite, by then the rain had started, time to go. Even the Bluefish that were so abundant the past two weeks have taken a break or have just moved on... Same situation every year, we catch the hell outta them for a week or so, they leave with the main body of bait, the weather gets cold then the smaller fish take over to finish out the season. Still a couple good weeks left, don't let a couple tough days discourage you, I'll let you know when the "Fat lady has Sung".....Capt.ron

name: Andrew
e_mail: amarsala07747@yahoo.com
boat_name: Master Baiter
date: 11/29/2009
where: Monmouth Beach
method: Troll
species: Striped Bass
size: up to 32"
bait_used: Umbrella Rigs
water_depth: 50-60
water_temp: 53 degrees
other: Got an early start out of Belmar with three buddies and headed straight north away from the growing crowd east of Belmar. Went north of Asbury and put the lines in on some decent marks, trolled up 3 bluefish first and then it was pretty much non-stop bass action from 0700-1300 hours with a total of 7 keepers up to 32� and 40 short fish tagged and released. We had occasional yellow eye, but the majority of the fish were bass. We had one umbrella rig come in with three keepers at once and multiple double headers. The rigs had to be dragged on the bottom to get the fish. Awesome day on the water, God Bless the USA.

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 11/29/09
where: ocean
method: jig/bottom
species: Blackfish
size: to 8 lbs
bait_used: green crabs
water_depth: 39 ft - 67ft
water_temp: 54
other: Ran our open boat combo trip yesterday for bass and blackfish. A few stops on the way to the blackfish grounds produced over 20 short bass and a few blues to 10 lbs on diamond jigs. Setting up on the blackfish grounds the crew put 21 keeper tog in the boat up to 8 lbs along with over 30 shorts for the day. We will be running open boat this coming Fri 12/4, Sat 12/5 and Sun 12/6. These trips will be 8 hour combo bass/blackfish trips. Cost is $110 per person and includes all bait, tackle and tip for the mate. For more information and reservations please contact Capt Derek at 732-861-3394.

name: Capt. Bro
boat_name: Fish Story
date: 11/29/09
where: Asbury
method: trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: to 32"
bait_used: tubes
water_depth: 40-60ft
water_temp: 52
other: got out by 7am, beautiful day and boat traffic was minimal, started trolling two tubes, one green and one white, first striper was the largest all day at 32" Caught many blues and 3 more keepers for the box....all in all, a great day for november

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA III
date: 11-29-09
where: EAST OF SR INLET
method: TROLL
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 46"
water_depth: VARIED
water_temp: 54
other: Out early with a crew of Frank, Bob and Lenny for a shot at the inshore bluefins. Sniffed around a little and started seeing some fish and we trolled towards any visible pods and casted to them when we could. As we were trolling along the wwwtfb line started screaming and it was game on with Lenny on the rod. The fish make a couple of great runs but as soon as an the opportunity presented itself I stuck it and swung it. The 46" fish was ours and we gave it another hour or so trying for the over but it wasn't happening. Back to the barn by 1000 hrs. Unable to get an accurate weight on it but it bottomed out the 50# manley scale and never got the fish off the dock. Awesome morning on the water - God Bless Our Troops!

name: Chris Cameroni
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhutercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/29/2009
where: Off Asbury Park
method: Jigging/Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 32"
bait_used: Ava's & Tube Rigs
water_depth: 45 to 65 Ft.
water_temp: 53 Degrees
other: Today was a beautiful day weather wise but it was tough fishing for the Chris Cameroni charter. Capt. Paul made his way up to the area off Asbury Park where the recent Bass bites have taken place. The area was covered with bait and good reads but the Bass bite never got going. 4 hours of Jigging produced 2 keeper Bass along with over a dozen shorts and a handful of Blues. Getting up on the Troll we had no better luck with the Rigs adding 2 more keepers to the catch along with 2 dozen shorts and over 20 Blues. We left for home with 4 Bass in the box and 8 Blues. Overall not a good day but we will be back tomorrow to give it another effort. I still have 4 spots available for the Dec 2nd Open Boat sailing. Call 732-323-8700 to get on board.

name: BUCKTHEFLUKE
e_mail: wfilce@comcast.net
boat_name: 20'.
date: 11-29-09
where: Highlands Bridge
method: jig & troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 40"
bait_used: Jigs & tube rigs
water_depth: 30'-60'
water_temp: 48
other: After getting tired of jigging shorts & big blues that were tight to the beach we tried trolling shads with tubes as trailers.Had a steady pick of keeper bass & big blues. All the bass hit the trailer. Had 9 fish up to 40". Released 7 & kept 2 for dinner. Great last trip of the year. Another glorious day at sea. Peace!!!!!

name: Jack
boat_name: J2
date: 11/29/09
where: in between
method: troll
species: Striped Bass
size: shorts
bait_used: tubes
water_depth: 28
other: Again hit the troll bite in between on a very nice late afternoon...slow pick of some shorts and a slammer or two mixed in, jig boats looked quite, what a sunset for the ride in...gotta love days like that with my son on board, not done yet!

name: Steve
boat_name: Escapade
date: 11-29-09
where: Shrewsbury Rocks to Asbury Park
method: Jigging, trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 32"
water_temp: 53
other: Captain's Jack and Steve ran up north from Manasquan to get into the bite that had been on earlier in the week. Jigged in the fleet off of Asbury only to find Doggish and blues. Headed north to the rocks a few short bass and blues. Trolling down the beach off of Asbury finally enabled us to put one keeper in the boat. Beautiful day on the water but just no fish to speak of. Either this bite is over or it is going to be very late this year when all the boats are away!

name: Capt Ken
boat_name: Nicky K
date: 11/29/09
where: Atlantic Ocean
method: Bottom
species: Tautog
bait_used: Green Crabs
water_depth: 50
water_temp: low 50's
other: Hit all my best #'s today. Caught a lot of 13" fish plus 4 keepers. The highlight of the day and years of blackfishing was a 27" Blackfish that I caught and then yes.....released! I took a pic with my cellphone camera . I figured a blackfish that big has to be over 35 years old and also good breeding stock so back in the ocean she went! The 4 I kept will make for a good supper!

name: John And Peg
boat_name: Late Meeting
date: 11/29
where: Romer and outside of the Sandy Hook Channel
method: Live eels, Jigging, and finally Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 2 under 28" and 6 ranging from 29" to 34" along with big blues
water_depth: 15' to 55'
water_temp: 51
other: Our 6 yr.old grandaughter wanted to go striper fishing and unfortunately only caught a big blue with the help of her dad. We fished with the fleet at Romer until around 10:00. We were reading fish but no takers on live eel or jigging. Headed south and decided to start a troll. We had nonstop action for 1 & 1/2 hrs. Then our grandaughter started to get tired and in we came. What a magnificent day to finish the season. See you all in 2010 Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy & Healthy New Year.

name: bgreene
e_mail: bgreene@rocktenn.com
boat_name: finatic
date: today
where: E, NE of Shark River Inlet
method: Trolling and jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: No keepers
bait_used: Umbrella on wire line
water_depth: 55 - 60
water_temp: 52
other: Out of Shark River and trolling by 7am, boom, immediate fish on.....bluefish, then short striper, then a double header, then more blues. No keeper Stripers and the bite was mostly over by 9:30am. Nice weather, wind started WSW, then SW, then S.......

name: CAPT. BRUCE MILLER
e_mail: NORTHERSTAR1216@YAHOO.COM
boat_name: NORTHERNSTAR
date: 11/29/09
where: SOUTH OF MAN INLET
method: JIG AND TROLL
species: Striped Bass
size: 24-30
bait_used: TUBE RIGS AND B SPOONS
water_depth: 30`60 FT.
water_temp: 52
other: LEFT AT 630 AND HEADED SOUTH AFTER QUESTIONS BUT WENT TO MANTALOKING AND TROLLED 25 TO 35 FT WITH NO ACTION. PULLED AND THOUGHT LETS DO WHAT HAS WORKED FOR WEEKS. WENT TO THE T-BIRD, NOT MUCH THERE EITHER. SOUTH MORE TO LAVALETTE AND HIT FISH IN 3 MIN. DBL HEADER ON STRIPER 26". SOME BLUES AND MORE DBL HEADERS OF BOTH. WINCHED IN LOTS OF FISH IN 2 HOURS OR SO. HEARD OF DOGS AND NOT MUCH MORE IN L BRANCH AND NORTH. STAYED WITH IT. 1 29" FOR THE RIDE HOME WAS AN AWESOME DAY WEATHER WISE ALSO. WE DESERVE IT THE WIND AND SEA HAS NOT BEEN GREAT AND FISH AINT MUCH BETTER. PEACE AND BE KIND TO YOUR FELLOW MARINER. P.S.. GREEN TUBES WERE ALMOST THE ONLY THING HIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

name: Capt. ray burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 11/29/09
where: Ocean
species: Blackfish
size: 10 lbs
bait_used: Green Crabs
water_depth: 50 ft
water_temp: 52
other: We had excellent fishing today with many limits. High hook was Big Mike Coppa. He caught 10 keepers, keeping his 6 and releasing the rest. Greg Puzio had his limit including a 9 pounder, but the big fish was caught by his friend Bruce DiNally who also caught his limit including a 10 1/2 pound tog. Greg and Bruce are both first time black fishermen. We have open boat blackfishing all of this week and next weekend, weather permitting. Call Capt. Ray for reservations and further info: 732 803-6276

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/29/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Like I've said in the past, you gotta love the snot!! Today proved it once again..Flat calm ocean, no wind and way too much traffic to put any amount of fish in the boat. Had a few good drifts to start the day, mostly shorts but we did manage some keepers up until the traffic got way too crazy. Ran down the beach only to hear the Southern guys talking about the same lack of a bite. Even the Bluefish that we couldn't get away from the past two weeks didn't chew! Looked inshore, offshore (where the Tuna where jumping out of the water) then back up to the North for the change of tide... That didn't help either, so tomorrow is another day. One tough day outta the past two weeks ain't so bad!!! Capt.Ron

name: Ken Steiner
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/27/2009
where: Off Long Branch
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 38"
bait_used: Ava 67's
water_depth: 45 to 60 Ft.
water_temp: 53 Degrees
other: The Ken Steiner charter joined Capt. Paul on this windy day after Thanksgiving. We got off to a good start in the morning as Paul found the Bass off Asbury Park in 50 Ft. of water. Ken's crew boxed 4 Keeper Bass over the first hour and released several shorts and a dozen Blues. As the forecasted wind came on conditions deteriorated quickly. Moving up to the Long Branch area we picked short Bass along with Blues and added 3 more Keeper Bass to the catch the largest measuring 38". When we called it a day the ocean was not pretty. I still have 4 Spots available for my Wednesday Dec. 2nd Open Boat Striper trip. Call me at 732-323-8700 to get on board.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/27/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Yes, we had the wind, but it didn't stop the fish from biting. Tough conditions and we needed the heavier jigs today. With the wind we drifted at 2.2 knots, most of the guys I know who troll think 3 knots is perfect! Feel like a broken record everyday with the "Turn the handles thing" today it was turn them slow, not too fast or you will catch the blues. Still, way too many customers bouncing their jigs when the fish are 15 ft. off the bottom...Lot's of lost tackle that way also...at $5 a pop for jigs, I'd listen to the Captain. Tony the Lawyer finally had his day in court, leading the way with 7 fish, 3 keepers and the pool fish at 15 pounds!! Eddie was right behind him with 5 fish and 2 keepers. Way too many 26 and 27 inch fish going back and the Blues are still ferocious! With the hard West wind tomorrow we will fish down the beach and shouldn't have a problem. Plenty area's to choose from...But I'm Beggin you, PLEASE listen to what we tell you to do, if you don't understand, myself and the crew will be more than happy to show you what's going on. Capt.Ron

name: Rob
boat_name: Vessel X
date: 11/26
where: Sandy Hook
species: Striped Bass
other: We had a pretty slow day due to poor decision making on my part. I want my day back. Got a late start - left the dock around 830- went east of the tip and started on the troll. had a pick, landed about 12 stripers to 18 LB and a couple blues. Decided to run south and try to find the birds. Found patches of bird along the way but nothing to jig on. At the rocks we found a little bit of action, jigged only a few blues and 1 more striper. Then decided it was time to blackfish and wasted a lot of time setting up on a spot where there was no bite. Ran back north to find the bite was gone were we left them, landing only 2 mores stripers and a couple blues. Never leave fish...

name: Tom B
e_mail: tbolcar19@comcast.net
boat_name: Sunshine
date: Thanksgiving AM
where: Asbury to the Rocks
method: Jig
species: Striped Bass
size: 28"-36"
bait_used: AVA-47's (no tails)
water_depth: 50-60'
water_temp: 53 degrees
other: Clearewd Manasquan Inlet about 0815 and headed North into the haze. Saw the start of the fleet off the Essex and Sussex. Jigged al;l bluefish there. There were tons of readings but the bite was slow. Moved north off of the Convention Center. The bite was better but still on the slow side. We caught a few small bass mixed in with the blues here. Moved North again stopping off the wall. We boated two keepers and the mix of bass to blues turned 50/50. The bite also improved. The action slowed and it was North again to the Rocks. This put us North of the Point Pleasant and Shark River boats and South of the Highlands boats. At the rocks the action was red hot with the mix now 80/20 in favor of bass. In 30 minuted caught our limits. Stayed until around 1300 then trolled deep for a little while hoping for a hog. All blues on the troll. It was a great Thanksgiving on the water. Best of all the body of fish is gigantic and the sand eel population must have exploded. Can't see any reason why we won't have fish well into December. Tight Lines, realistic regulations. TB

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA III
date: 11-26-09 THANKSGIVING
where: NORTH OF SR INLET
method: JIG
species: Striped Bass
size: SHORT TO 36"
bait_used: AVA 67
water_depth: 45-60
water_temp: 54
other: Headed out with the son, my bro-in-law John, and my buddy Frank for an early shot at the bass. Broke the inlet before the sun was up and started looking for fish. Lots of bait and as soon as it cracked light there were bass all over the top. It was drop and reel fishing for a solid hour with mostly bass and big blues. As it got later the blues took over and it became difficult to catch the bass. We put six bass in the box from 29-36" and released a bunch more. Also, took some blues for shark baits. All of the fish were caught on naked Ava 67s. We were back at the dock by 0900 hrs and I burned less than 10 gallons of fuel. God Bless our troops and keep them in your prayers!!!

name: Mick Pirolli
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/25/2009
where: Off Long Branch
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 36"
bait_used: Ava 47's
water_depth: 40 to 60 Ft.
water_temp: 54 Degrees
other: The Mick Pirolli charter returned to the Bounty Hunter for a day of Striper fishing. Last week the Pirolli crew had a slow day finishing up the trip with 5 Bass. Today was a different story as Capt. Paul put them on the fish a few miles north of the Inlet. We had a steady pick of Bass & Blues for most of the day as the group put together a limit catch of 15 Stripers which included 5 Bonus fish the largest being 36" followed by 4 at 35". Over 20 additional Bass were released. The Big Bluefish were in the mix also as over 25 were caught with 9 going into the box. It was another fun day of fishing with a long time Bounty Hunter supporter. My Nov. 30th & Dec.1st Open Boat trips are now filled. I have 4 spots available for the Wed. Dec. 2nd Open Boat trip. Get in on the bite by calling 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: CAPT RAY BURKE
boat_name: MAD GAFFER
date: 11/25/09
where: OCEAN
method: JIGS AND BAIT
species: Striped Bass
size: TO 20 LBS
bait_used: JIGS AND CRABS
water_depth: 60
water_temp: 55
other: ATT AS OF FRI 11/27/09 WE WILL BE SAILING OUT OF OUR BELMAR N.J LOCATION CALL CAPT RAY AT 732 803 6276 FOR LOCATION AND DIRECTIONS TODAY WE STARTED OUT JIGGING STRIPE BASS AND BIG BLUE FISH MANY KEEPER BASS WERE CAUGHT ALONG WITH ALL THE BIG BLUE FISH YOU COULD HANDLE WE THEN WENT BLACKFISHING AND SOME BIG ONES ONE WERE CAUGHT FRANKIE OF THE PANDA HOUSE HAD HIS LIMIT I HAVE OPENINGS FRI SAT AND SUNDAY OF THIS WEEK AS WELL AS ALL OF NEXT WEEK CALL CAPT RAY AT 732 803 6276 FOR OPEN RESERVATIONS OR CHARTERS DONT FORGET WE ARE NOW SAILING OUT OF BELMAR N.J CALL CAPT RAY FOR INFORMATION A HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ONE AND ALL

name: jeff and john
boat_name: J2
date: 11/25/09
where: between
method: troll
species: Striped Bass
size: short
bait_used: tubes
water_depth: 28
other: Got on the troll bite late yesterday afternoon with tubes, green outfishing black 3/1...got a little sporty,then it died on the outgoing....some big blues mixed in.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: FISHERMEN
date: 11/25/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Not the wild fishing of the past two days, but good action on Bass and Blues. Knew from the start when the bass we did catch already had their bellies full, that the bite wouldn't last all day. Ever try getting a boat load of people to do what you tell them? Every stop, guys the fish are off the bottom 10 ft, I see them on the machine..turn the handles get the jigs moving. Look over the side and half the boat is bouncing like their bottom fishing! One guy actually said (after two hours) hey, I found a new technique, I'm reeling the jig in!! KILL ME... hello, is anyone listening? When the fish were on the bottom I would tell everyone to crank 15 to 20 times then drop back, WHAT? Bring it all the way in and catch a bluefish, hey Capt. where's the Bass?....Kill me. Enjoy the pics and especially the Holiday tomorrow. We will be back at it on Friday...and please don't ask me "Are you going to sail if it Rains"? After getting our butts kicked Monday and Tuesday, rain would be a blessing, bring your slickers!!!! Capt. Ron

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: FISHERMEN
date: 11/24/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Another Banner day with the Bass and Blues ...Took a couple drifts to get the customers in the right grove, but it was non-stop fishing after that. Bass and Blues for miles with the smaller bass to start, up to 28 inches then the bigger fish for a couple drifts. Weather man really screwed up today with rain in the forcast and 20 knot winds from the North??? We did have a swell but it was without a doubt fishable! Thank God the Sand eels have returned! It's been years since we've seen this many, both the bass and blues are just gorged with them. Strange how the peanut bunker were nothing like the past few seasons this fall, and now the eels are back.....Fall fishing does not get any better than this!!!!!! Lot's of pics once again, enjoy. Capt.Ron

name: Tom B
e_mail: tbolcar19@comcast.net
boat_name: Sunshine
date: 11/23
where: outside Manasquan Inlet
method: jig
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: AVA-47 & 67
water_depth: 50-65'
water_temp: 55
other: The unforcasted Northeast blow put a real damper on us small boat guys. What was supposed to be 5-10 NE and 1-2 ft. seas was actually 20 gusting 30 NE with 4 -6 ft. chop. Cleared the inlet headed into the wind at slow speed to stay dry. Made it up of the Essex and Sussex before stopping to let the "gentle breeze" blow us back to the inlet. Plenty of readings, no bites. Everyone needs to be aware that the Northeasters of last week created a sand pile in the inlet up against the Manasquan jetty starting 40-50 ft in from the mouth. At low water there are breakers here and several boats have bumped bottonm with one dragger running hard aground. Our fishfinder showed a shallow spot at 5.3 ft. On the plus side this pile is giving up bass on clams and gulp eels. Stay to the Point Pleasant side comming in and out for now. There is 18 to 21 ft. of water on the South side. Never discouraged we came back last evening to fish the docks around Brielle Harbor and the inlet off the fence. Three guys caught about 25-30 bass to 32" on shad bodies. All released. Tight lines, Realistic regulations. See you in the fleet Thursdat Morning. Tom B.

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkat charters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
species: Blackfish
other: The fishing has been good the last few days. The Steve Clayton charter had a good catch of 25 blackfish to 7 pounds. We had the Bill Jewett charter out Saturday afternoon, we trolled up our limit of striped bass and released two dozen shorts. Yesterday the bottom fishing was a little slower with a lot more shorts but we still managed to catch 15 nice keepers. Our next open boat trips are Wednesday Nov.25 and Sunday Nov.29. Give me a call for more details. 732-567-3289

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/23/09
species: Striped Bass
other: Gotta love the NE'sters!! Only boat to shape up and sail today with the exception of two bottom boats from NY. Gave everyone the heads up that it wasn't going to be comfortable...but they had to know that anyway!! Had an all day bite on some of the biggest fish in 2 weeks. Several from 16 to 21 pounds. Dr. Keith lead the way once again with the hot hand landing 6. Andy Seney and Dave each had 3 in the cooler. Several other limits along with a mess of Bluefish. Anchor Joe was back in the saddle after a brief hiatus landing a couple shorts and a few blues... Sad to see the 6 guys who came an hour and a half to go fishing, go home, you missed one hell of a day!! Lots of pics tonight....Capt.Ron

name: andrew
date: 11/22
where: Asbury-Spring Lake
method: troll
species: Striped Bass
size: up to 34
bait_used: shad and tube umbrellas
water_depth: 65'
water_temp: 54
other: Trolled up 3 keeper stripers up to 34". A bunch of shorts and too many blue fish. Great day on the water, but a bit on the windy/wavy side.

name: John Shipley
boat_name: Saint Jude
date: 11/22/09
where: Outside Manasquan
method: Troll
species: Striped Bass
size: Shorts
bait_used: Black umbrella tubes
water_depth: 70
water_temp: 55
other: Had Donald Hallingse and Joe Frasco out for a striper troll. In the snotty conditions, we managed to catch 40 or so Bluefish (some really large) and only 3 stripers each of which were just shy of keeper size. The bluefins were busting all over the place from the inlet to the Thuderbird... not eating what we were offering, THAT would have been amazing! Great (lumpy) day on the water.

name: Rich Shearer
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/22/2009
where: Off Asbury Park
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 34"
bait_used: Ava 67's
water_depth: 45 to 70 Ft.
water_temp: 50 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Rich Shearer charter on board the Bounty Hunter for a day of Striper fishing. The weatherman did not cooperate today and a nasty NE wind made for tough drifting conditions. That only proved to be a slight handycap for the charter as they toughed it out and put together a great catch of Stripers. We worked off Asbury Park in 50 to 60 Ft. and the charter Jigged over 30 Bass up to 34". 11 keepers were kept and the balance released. Beside the Bass the Big Blues had a field day with the Ava's as over 40 were caught 8 put in the box and all the others released. Another good day of fishing with a 20 year supporter of the Bounty Hunter. I am sailing Open Boat for Stripers on Nov. 30th, Dec. 1st & 2nd. If you want to get in on this great fishing call me at 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: jack
boat_name: J2
date: 11/22/10
where: in between
method: troll
species: Striped Bass
size: short
bait_used: umbrella
water_depth: 26
other: Headed to the fleet in between the channels. Lots of bait and fish were there...trolling slow to pick a few and blues abundant...nice day. Biggest fleet I have seen this year.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/22/09
species: Striped Bass
other: Could have sunk the boat with bluefish once again today, but we kept on looking for the bass. Offshore and inshore till we would get a shot of fish, then the blues would take over. Way too many shorts and a handfull of keepers with the pool fish going 16 pounds. Read lot's of bass with the best bite coming late, after the change of tide. Good all day action though and a nice fall fishing day with a bit of a roll!! Capt.Ron

name: capt jeff
e_mail: noworriescharters@gmail.com
boat_name: no worries
date: 11/21
where: north of bI
method: trolling/jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: 26 to 34 inches
bait_used: umbrella/ ava jigs
water_depth: 30 to 45 ft
other: Headed out on 11/21 broke the inlet and headed north stopped just past the cg station in about 45ft of water. Started trolling and within 10min had first fish on ended up being bluefish. Continue trolling and it was pretty much all bluefish did have three or four shorts. So decided to change up and do some jigging. Well it was the right call first drift we had four fish with two keepers from then on out it was nonstop action. Had a couple of drifts with 10 plus fish lost count on the releases ended the day with 8 fish in the boat, the biggest going 34inches. Most fish were caught on ava jigs, all in all good day on the water.

name: Ron Walker
e_mail: ronwalker56@hotmail.com
boat_name: MegaBite
date: Nov 21
where: Delaware Bay - 2 mi West of Bidwell
method: Chunking
species: Striped Bass
size: 20 lbs
bait_used: Bunker head
water_depth: 13
water_temp: 51
other: Fished at the stakes 2.5 miles west of Bidwell Creek. Not a bite all day although we marked tons of life all day. We decided to call it a day and swallow our 'doughnut' at 3:30. As my bro was reeling up the first line, it bent in half with a nice 20lber. Never saw a striper bite like that. It was like dead sticking flounder. He lifted the rod up and there was a striper!

name: Steve Filoramo
e_mail: makoman9@verizon.net
boat_name: Hi Five
date: 11-21-2009
where: off lbi 5 miles
method: Anchor
species: Tautog
size: up to 5 lbs
bait_used: green crab
water_depth: 60
water_temp: 56
other: worked favorite late fall snag and limited out on tog swapping 14 and 15 inch fish for bigger whitechins.After two and a half hours 0ur team got back to the ranch with tired backs and smiling faces..No big boys only 1 over 4pounds 'Great day,saw ony three shorts I believe that the TOG Limit Management (hopes no-one is pissed at me for saying so!is working...

name: Not Nick
boat_name: Big O
date: 11/21
where: Island Beach State Park
method: Troll
species: Striped Bass
size: to 27 inches
bait_used: Black Tubes, Storms
water_depth: 18-35
water_temp: 67
other: Fished on the troll from the inlet to the north pavillion and saw small fish being taken all day...On the jig, troll and bait. Fun to catch the 7 stripers and one blue fish but nothing to grill, chowder or bake. Beautiful day on the water.

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 11/21/09
where: ocean
method: bottom
species: Blackfish
size: to 6lbs
bait_used: green crabs
water_depth: 33 to 70 ft
water_temp: 55
other: Ran our open boat blackfish trip yesterday. Several drops produced a pick of blackfish to 6 lbs, boxing 20 keepers and boating over 60 shorts. We will be running open boat this coming Thursday, Thanksgiving morning from 6am to 11am for striped bass. Cost is $90 per person including tackle and tip for the mate. For more information and reservations please contact Capt Derek at 732-861-3394.

name: John and Peg
boat_name: Late Meeting
date: 11/21/09
where: Roamer to the rocks
method: Jig,Live eels, clams &troll
species: Striped Bass
size: up to 32"
water_depth: 15' to 65'
water_temp: 53
other: Started out at the East end of Romer. The first drift we used clams ,live eels, artificials and AVAs. Within minutes we had many hits and the 32 incher. Then the dogfish came in and took everything. You couldn't put the lines in w/o one of them biting and messing up the line. Moved 2 to 3 times and then headed south on the troll. We had more bluefish than you could imagine. We were getting 2 and 3 10 to 13# monsters at a time. All were released and we were all exhausted. What a beautiful day on the water. Hopefully next weekend will be as nice.

name: Jim Reppert
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/21/2009
where: Off Asbury Park
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 32"
bait_used: Ava 67's
water_depth: 40 to 70 Ft.
water_temp: 53 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul got back on track today with the Jim Reppert charter. After yesterday's slow fishing today was a different story. The oncoming low pressure had the Bass in a biting mood. We found them off Asbury Park and the charter had no problem Jigging a limit catch of 8 Stripers plus 4 Bonus fish. The largest Bass came in at 32" another 2 dozen were released. We had our share of big Blues around today but they were not a major problem. 10 were kept and over a dozen were released. The Bounty Hunter will be sailing Open Boat for Striped Bass on Nov. 30th, Dec. 1st & 2nd. If you like catching Stripers Call me at 732-323-8700 to sign on.

name: Paul Gottlick
boat_name: Megan Beth
date: 11/21/09
where: Off Shark River Inlet
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: 18 lbs
bait_used: jigs
water_depth: 65
water_temp: 53
other: Paul Gottlick,long time charter customer as well as Tom,Marty and John were aboard the Megan Beth. Heading to the North we ran accross a patch of birds working on some fish. Stopping and jigging we immediatly had a bass in the 16 lb range with some other hits and misses. Moving up to the north off Shark River we stopped and jigged and had some steady action before all the boats showed up, Why do boats have to speed through a fleet working on fish? As the bite slowed up and Bluefish took over we decided to go on the troll. By days end we had 9 keeper bass to 18 lbs and around 24 shorts released and countless number of Bluefish. Great day on the water for the end of November.:) :) :)

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA III
date: 09-21-09
where: EAST OF SR INLET
method: JIG
species: Striped Bass
size: SHORT TO 25 POUNDS
bait_used: AVA 67
water_depth: 60ISH
water_temp: 54-55
other: OUT WITH MY OLDEST SON AND A MY BUDDY BRIAN AND HIS SON JOE FOR A FATHER/SON BASSIN TRIP. AS SOON AS WE BROKE THE INLET THE HORIZON WAS BLACK WITH BIRDS WORKING. WE STAYED AWAY FROM THE CROWD AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE AND CONCENTRATED ON THE SOUNDER. 3 DRIFTS ACROSS THE SAME AREA NETTED SIX KEEPER BASS, 3 TIMES THAT MANY SHORTS AND A HALF DOZEN GATOR BLUES (SHARK BAIT). ONE FISH CAUGHT BY JOE WAS BETTER THAN 25 POUNDS AND WE RELEASED HER UNHARMED. AT 830 WE STARTED TO CHASE SOME BLUEFINS AND HAD SOME SHOTS AT FISH TO OVER 100 POUND BUT COULD NOT GET THEM TO EAT. BEAUTIFUL DAY ON THE WATER. GOD BLESS AMERICA AND GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!!!

name: scott
boat_name: o'hana
date: 11/21/2009
where: off B.I.
method: wreck
species: Tautog
size: up to 8#'s/limit for three guys
bait_used: green crab
water_depth: 54'
water_temp: 54.7
other: Jigged for stripers in a.m. with no luck, bite seemed to turn off from day before, so we decided to make a run east to a wreck to fish for some blackfish and it paid off with 2 keepers put in the boat as soon as we anchored up we picked through some shorts when the wind died off the bite turned on and it was fast and furious with fish u to 8#'s we started fishing at 11:45 and we were out of our 4 dozen greenies by 3:00pm

name: Jim
e_mail: Jdonohue214@yahoo.com
boat_name: Sea Hunt
date: 11/21/09
where: Belmar, Spring Lake, Asbury
method: Jig
species: Striped Bass
size: 31" max
bait_used: Ava, Vision
water_depth: 60-70
water_temp: ?
other: Broke SR inlet @ 6am with two friends for a day of jigging and was suprised at the turn out. A line of boats in the inlet and on the fishing grounds, but there was plently of fish for all. We did best in the am with several nice fat stripers right off the bat and many blues. By 11 am it was a pick until we called it a day by 2 pm. We took 3 keepers from a total of about 30 stripers and 10 blues. Great day on the water with a good group of fisherman.

name: Capt. Bay Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 1119-21/09
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Blackfish
size: 8 lbs
bait_used: Crabs
water_depth: 50 ft
water_temp: 56
other: Thursday and Friday bottom fishing was on the slow side, so we targeted mainly striped bass. Thurs. Tony Aiello and charter boated 45 striped bass, many of which were keepers, but were released. Most of these fish were jigged, with fish up to 20 lbs. Yesterday David DiGennero and charter started out jigging striped bass with a reasonable amount of success and then switched to blackfishing midday. The blackfishing was poor. Today, however, was exactly the opposite. We started out jigging striped bass with shorts and several keepers and then went to blackfishing. Everyone that fished caught their limit of keepers plus keepers that were released. There were fish up to 8 lbs. Ed Rumsby is credited with 12 keeper blackfish, releasing 6. Dino Caualluzzi had 8 keepers, releasing 2, and a 12 lb striped bass. Nick Koteiski had 2 keeper stripers and boated 12 keeper blackfish, keeping 6 and releasing the rest. His blackfish were up yo 8 lbs. Keith Krokus also limited out on blackfish, keeping 6 and releasing several keepers, and had a 10 lb. bass. Dr. Roger Farr limited out on blackfish with a keeper striped bass. Carl Zimmerman also had his limit of blackfish up to 7 lbs and several short bass. Along with all of the keepers that were kept and released, there were quite a few short bass that almost made it and short blackfish too numerous to mention. All in all, it was a complete turn around from the last several days of slow blsckfishing. I have openings all next week as well as the weekend and am making a 'leave early come back early' special trip on Thanksgiving Day. Please call Capt. Ray for reservations and further info: 732 803-6276

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/21/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Excellant jig fishing once again. Bite lasted all day, every drift with Stripers and Blues. Huge area of fish, especially from the talk I heard on the radio. Bass are anywhere from shorts to 31 inches with the pool fish normally between 14 and 20 pounds. Many limits again with Danny leading the way with 5 keepers. My normal fall rant: Please bring tackle that can swing a bluefish...noodle rods with 17 pound test ain't gonna make. We don't mind gaffing the blues IF YOU ARE GOING TO KEEP THEM! Tonight we had 2 barrels of fish left on the boat and this is a discrace. If you don't want them, swing them and toss'em back. No way you should be fishing with 6 oz jigs and 17 pound test anyway, you'll snap more tackle off casting or setting the hook. If I could seporate the Blues from the bass (as I've said in the past) I would, but that's not happining. So Please come prepaired....Capt.Ron

name: Andrew
boat_name: Master Baiter
date: 11/20/09
where: Belmar
method: Troll/Jig
species: Striped Bass
size: up to 22 lbs
bait_used: Tubes/Jigs
water_depth: up to 65'
water_temp: 55 degrees
other: Went out with two buddies for striper...Had fish right away trolling tube rigs. About 1/2 and 1/2 striper to blues. Stopped trolling and jigged on some good marks...Again about 1/2 and 1/2 blues to bass. Biggest fish was 22lbs. All in all had 10 bass (5 keepers) and about 15 blues. Awesome day on the water. God Bless the USA.

name: John Shipley
boat_name: Saint Jude
date: 11/20/09
where: off of Belmar
method: Troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 18 lbs
bait_used: black umbrella tubes
water_depth: 65 - 70 ft
other: Called in a mental health day and was unable to razzle a crew up... fished alone. The downriggers worked well for me using black tubes. Released 15 stripers from way short to 18 lbs. only had 4 yellow eyes. I discovered that dragging the lures right on the bottom produced the keepers that I caught. The suspended fish were the shorts and blues. Great day on the water.

name: Mick Pirolli
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/20/2009
where: Spring Lake to the Rocks
method: Jigging & Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 33"
bait_used: Ava 67's & Rigs
water_depth: 40 to 60 Ft.
water_temp: 53 degrees
other: The Mick Pirolli charter was on board the Bounty Hunter today and the fishing for us was the slowest we have seen in quite a few days. The early morning bite did not hold up for us and we only landed 1 keeper Bass in the first 2 hours. A move out to deeper water only produced short Bass while a 3rd move up to the Rocks added 1 more keeper and several shorts. We switched to Trolling and did no better with only short Bass and big Blues to show for our effort. We finished the day Jigging and went home with 5 Bass and 8 Blues. It was a frustrating day but we will give it another maximum effort tomorrow. Dec. 1,2,9,10 are still available for charter. If you enjoy catching Bass call me at 732-323-8700 to reserve your day.

name: Captain Ron
boat_name: FISHERMEN
date: 11/20/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Another beat'em up day fishing with the jigs! Weatherman screwed all of us big time once again, as the sun was out by 7AM!!! 3 bass boats and 1 bottom boat made it out (none with any amount of customers) from our harbor. Little slow start till we got our small group acclimated, then it was non-stop action the rest of the day. Much smaller fish on the bass today but we did manage a couple limits along with Dr. Keith and his hot hand putting 3 keepers in the box. Pool fish just made 12 pounds. Miles of blue fish gorging on Sand eels (and our jigs)!! Probably could have stayed on 1 drift for hours, but we kept searching, trying to get through too the Stripers. Great action for those who showed!! Capt.Ron

name: Dan Boylan
e_mail: danboylan1951@yahoo.com
date: 11/19
where: ocean
method: jig / crabs
species: Blackfish
size: 3lbs
bait_used: crabs/jigs
water_depth: 3/60
other: what a snotty day.tons of hugh blues and some bass under them. good morning jig. 6 blues 2 keeper bass. Afternoon black fish started slow but ended with a good catch. I'm still rocking as I write. It's always a good day if you can fish but today was a rock and roll day

name: Ron Werner
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/19/2009
where: Off Asbury Park
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 33"
bait_used: Ava 47's
water_depth: 45 to 70 Ft.
water_temp: 54 Degrees
other: The Ron Werner charter was on board the Bounty Hunter today and hammered the Stripers in less than ideal conditions. With a Morning drizzle, Northeast wind and uncomfortable ocean conditions Capt. Paul made his way north and located the Bass off Asbury Park. The 6 man charter went to work with the Ava 47 Jigs and slowly put together a limit catch of 18 Bass which included 6 Bonus fish. The largest fish of the day measured 33". Over 25 short Bass were released along with 2 dozen Bluefish. Today's catch did not come easy as the ocean conditions had everyone work hard for every fish. Dec. 1, 2, 9, 10, are available for Charter. If interested call me at 732-323-8700 to reserve your day.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/19/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Very good jig fishing once again today! Had all Stripers to start out the morning with Keepers and shorts...Once the tide changed it got ugly and we had to look elsewhere. Found fish every place we went, inshore Bass, offshore, way too may Blues. Ran back inshore chasing the Bass. Not too often I leave fish to look for fish,(kinda the golden rule,) but the blues were ferocious in the deeper water and we only managed 4 bass in the mayhem. Had one drift that lasted 40 minutes before we left them biting...Several limits on quality fish with the pool fish going 18 pounds! Fall fishing at it's finast....Capt.ron

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 11/18/09
where: ocean
method: jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: to 14 lbs
bait_used: jigs
water_depth: 25 to 65 ft
water_temp: 56
other: Had the Andy Compton charter out this morning for some striped bass fishing. Jigging in rough conditions produced 4 keeper bass to 14 lbs along with 20 shorts and a few bluefish. We will be sailing open boat for stripers Thanksgiving morning from 6am till 11am. Cost is $90 per person including tackle and tip for mate. Still have a few dates available through the end of the month for stripers and blackfish. For more info and reservations contact Capt Derek at 732-861-3394.

name: eddie c.
e_mail: coopere6@optonline.net
boat_name: Long Shot Charters
date: 11/18/2009
where: Sandy Hook Reef
method: Anchored
species: Tautog
size: Up to 8 Lbs.
bait_used: Green Crabs, Clams
water_depth: 55-60 feet
other: Our day started off slow, but then the action grew into a continuos pick with a limit catch of blackfish up to 8 lbs. Great day of fishing with John,Bob,Joe, Ed and Fred along with Capt. Mark and mate Brian. A good boat with a captain who tries hard to put you on some nice fish. Give him a call for your fishing date.

boat_name: FISH STAMPS
date: 11-18-09
where: SHARKRIVER
method: TROLLING
species: Striped Bass
size: UP 40"
bait_used: EEL UMBRELLA RIGS
water_depth: 30-40FT
water_temp: 58
other: BOUGHT NEW EEDYSTONE EEL RIGS AT SPORTSMEN'S CENTER TROLLED THEM HAD WELL OVER 75 FISH.ONE FISH WAS 35LBS.IF YOU ARE SERIOS ABOUT TROLLING I WOULD STOP IN AND BUY ONE OR TWO GOING FAST AND ARE REALLY HOT.

name: Mike Lewis
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/18/2009
where: Off Belmar
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 35"
bait_used: Ava 47's
water_depth: 50 to 70 ft.
water_temp: 54 Degrees
other: It was another big day of Striper fishing on board the Bounty Hunter as the Mike Lewis charter joined Capt. Paul to get in on the Hot Striper bite. We got out at 6:30AM and headed north where we found the fish a few hundred yards from where we left them biting 2 days ago. Again,the bite was hectic as the charter wasted no time Jigging well over 70 Bass up to 35" in 3 hours. When the bite slowed at slack water we had a limit catch of 12 Bass plus 6 Bonus fish in the box. Over 20 off the released Bass were keeper size. By some coinsidence 2 Bluefish found their way into the box. An arm weary group called it a day before Noon. Another great day of fishing with a 15 year supporter of the Bounty Hunter. I have 7 days available for charter in December. If you are interested in catching Striped Bass give me a call at 732-323-8700 to book your date.

name: Joe Reap
e_mail: josephreap@aol.com
boat_name: REAPER II
date: 11/18/09
where: Off Spring Lake
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: to 32"
bait_used: AVA#27 and #47
water_depth: 35 to 70ft
water_temp: 52
other: THE BEST DAY IN MANY SEASONS!! STARTED JIGGING ON SAND EELS AROUND 7:30am AND DID NOT STOP TILL WE GOT TIRED OF FISHING (IMAGIN THAT) Joe Reap, Joe Holl, Joe Farrell and Dominic Dinapoli jigged up 8 keepers to 32" and probably 40 more released,lots of giant Blues mixed in. Started in 35ft off Spring Lake till around noon then followed the birds to 70ft. Quit at 3:00 with the bite still on.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/18/09
where: Ocean
method: Jigs
species: Striped Bass
other: Very good jig fishing today on mostly Striped Bass! Had the last of the incoming tide when the life started to show. Fish bit through slack and into the outgoing, then it just got too nasty to fish the channels. Ran down the beach, where the bite continued. Several limits on fish up to 17pounds, including Henry, Mitch, George, and a whole bunch of others..Great spread of fish from Sandy Hook to South of Manasquan !!! Some big blues in the mix but they weren't the dominate factor today!! Load of bait, lots of fish, it doesn't get any better than this! Will attach some pics later as the battery finally died in the camera...Capt.Ron

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
date: 11/17/09
species: Striped Bass
other: We had the Nels Shugart charter out today for some striped bass fishing. We had action all day with a ton of bass and some big bluefish. We start blackfishing tomorrow and will be running open boat on Wednesday Nov.25. Give me a call for more details. 732-567-3289

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/17/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Switched up between jigging and clamming today. Best of the action came later in the day as the tide slowed down. Couple very nice size fish along with way too many shorts!! High hook landed 3 keepers and some shorts. Tom Krako had his limit as well as Chris ( who had the day off) with 2, 17 pound beauties. Nice day on the water for those that showed. Capt. Ron

name: Gordon Weir
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/16/2009
where: Off Spring Lake
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 34"
bait_used: Ava 47's
water_depth: 30 to 70 Ft.
water_temp: 54 Degrees
other: The Gordon Weir charter joined Capt. Paul for what was one of the best Striper Jigging days we have seen over the past few seasons. The large concentration of Bass & Blues was located a few miles north of Manasquan Inlet and was feeding on large schools of Sand Eels. We worked the 70 Ft.depths in the morning then moved into 30-40 Ft. where the action was intense and non stop. The 4 man charter Jigged over 35 keeper size Bass (29" to 34") along with over 40 shorts. A limit catch of 8 Bass along with 4 Bonus fish was kept while all the others were released. Bluefish were in the mix and we kept 8 and released over 25 most of which were in the 12 to 15 Lb. class. All the bites came on Ava 47's. It was a great day of fishing with a 20 year supporter of the Bounty Hunter. I have a few days available for charter the 1st. week of Dec. If you want to get in on some great Bass fishing call me at 732-323-8700 to book a day.

name: Rob
boat_name: vessel X
date: 11/16
where: Sandy Hook
method: Jig Troll
species: Weakfish
size: 22-30''
other: Started out trolling and jigging around the tip of the hook, but couldnt find the hungry bass. Made a run farther south and jigged on some good marks but no dice. Kept going farther south near some rocky areas and got them good on the jigs. put the trolling lines to see if we could get some larger ones, but it was the same models. For the half hour we trolled, it was doubles and triples as soon as we got the rods set. ended up with 22 bass and left them biting to try blackfishing- a mistake.

name: Bri
boat_name: Spunky II
date: 11-16-09
where: Sea Girt
method: Troll and Jig
species: Striped Bass
water_depth: 60
water_temp: 52
other: Me and my buddy Bob trolled and jigged for about 3 hours this afternoon from Noon til 3 and did pretty good. We wound up with 18 Bass and 6 blues. Three bass were betwee 29-31 inches and the rest were between 24-26 inches. The blues were 5-15 pounders. It was beautiful day for mid November............

name: Paul
boat_name: Reelized Gain
date: 11/16/09
where: Ocean
method: Jig/Troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 29-33"
bait_used: jig/umbrella rig
other: Got out to the hook by 8:45. Trolling was tough. Saw birds working so I picked up the trolling gear and raced over to see if I could jig some fish. Got a nice 33" fish on the first cast and that was it. Trolled in the area and picked up a 29" bass. Got my limit by 10 AM so I started to troll back. Nothing else hit. Both fish had empty stomachs. The larger bass had an empty bottle of Visine in its stomach. Stuff works well; its eyes were very clear!

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/16/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Knew yesterday would be what it was...didn't even post as you knew what to expect with all that past weather.... Today we caught the change of tide bite on jigs in the AM. Had about an hour and a half of good fishing with keepers and shorts before the current ran too hard, bringing out the dirty water. Fished the clams for a couple hours and finally started a one, one pick as the current slowed down. After yesterday, today was a total relief to see those babies are still here. Swell laid way down, water color could still be better, but nothing like yesterday!! Can't wait till tomorrow...Capt.ron

name: andrew
date: 11/15
where: Sea Side
method: Troll
species: Striped Bass
size: up to 34"
bait_used: umbrellas
water_depth: 45'
water_temp: 54
other: Trolled in some calm seas with swells. Slow at first, but in a 1 hour time period caught three stripers, 30-34". No blues and no shorts. Trolled umbrella rigs-tubes and shads both worked.

name: "Open Boat"
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/15/2009
where: Sandy Hook
method: Clamming, Trolling, Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 32"
bait_used: Clams, Rigs, Jigs
water_depth: 20 to 70 Ft.
water_temp: 54 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran a 5 man Open Boat Trip today. After 5 days of NE winds and a major Northeaster we did not know what to expect. We ran up to Sandy Hook and set up on anchor. Our fresh Clams only produced a non stop Dogfish bite. After an hour of fighting the dogs we went up on the Troll and we boxed our first keeper within 10 minutes. The Troll bite lasted until slack water then stopped. When it was over we had 6 keeper Bass in the boat and had released over 20 shorts. Our largest fish measured 32". We finished the day running back to the south where we stopped on some solid reads and the Ava's added another 4 Keeper Bass,several shorts and 17 Alligator Blues to the catch. I still have 4 Spots available for my Nov. 17th Open Boat trip. If you want to get in on the great fishing call me at 732-323-8700 and reserve your spot.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: FISHERMEN
date: 11/13/09
species: Striped Bass
other: Looks like we have one more day of this crap! With the ebb tide most of the day tomorrow, the huge swell and still NE to 20, it doesn't look good. Sunday will be the next shot at getting out. It's like starting all over after a few days off. Did the NE'ster push all the bait out? Are the fish so banged up that they moved to deeper water, did they continue South for an early departure? Who knows, all we can do is get out there and give it hell. We still have the smaller fish (jig fish) that are the last ones to leave. We normall catch them in December between the channels and down the beach. Time will tell... Hopefully, the reports for next week will good and this weather was only a minor setback. Capt.ron

name: rick
e_mail: thetenant521@aol.com
boat_name: beach
date: 11 11 09
where: s seaside park
method: clam
species: Striped Bass
size: 22in
bait_used: clam
other: fished early 1 short. with the heavy wind tonight it will be awhile

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: FISHERMEN
date: 11/11/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: After yesterdays fishing, thought with todays NE weather we would have a banner day. My exact words to Eric "Mortgage Man" were, Tomorrow, they will bite thier asses off!! Naturally when you make a statement like that it comes back to bite your own ASS, and it did!! Had a hard outgoing current into that wind which made it too tough to fish the channels. Ran down the beach thinking we would loose some of the swell, that didn't work either, it was just as nasty there. Anchored up on a decent reading and had a one, one pick on smaller fish. 6 keepers and some shorts. Bite completely died at slack and the change so we went back to the jigging. Had the bird life like yesterday, saw the fish rolling, just had a tough time catching them. All smaller fish today, nothing like yesterday. Very frustrating to say the least. Seems it's been a bite today, no bite tomorrow senerio for a week now. Won't loose my faith though as we have had way too many excellant trips on the NE'sters. One bad one doesn't change my opinion or the anticipation of a great day when we have weather like this. Capt.Ron PS: Gotta blame Mitch for promissing all those fish to everyone today!!!!

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA
date: 11-10-09
where: EVERYWHERE
method: TROLL
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: SKUNK
bait_used: EVERYTHING
water_depth: 60-170
water_temp: 56-57
other: Cut out of work early with a buddy and headed out to find some bluefin. Started to the south of Manasquan Inlet inshore and saw nothing - sniffed around and found a few fish but not enough to throw at. Tried trolling some small stuff with no luck. Ran to the Slough - nothing - to the Arundo - nothing - to the Oil Wreck - nothing - Should have gone hunting. God Bless America and God Bless our troops on this Veteran's Day and every day!!!!!

name: capt jeff sturman
e_mail: noworriescharters@gmail.com
boat_name: no worries
date: 11/10
where: BI north
method: trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: up to 37 inches
bait_used: umbrella rigs
water_depth: 50 to 55ft
water_temp: 56
other: Headed out on 11/10 for half-day trip broke the inlet headed north started trolling just past the coast guard station and had nonstop action for about hr and half had more bass Then blues today the bass were on the bigger side had couple over 37 inches. All the bass Were caught on black umbrella rigs in about 50 to 55 ft of water all in all good day on the Water.

name: Andrew
e_mail: amarsala07747@yahoo.com
boat_name: Master Baiter
date: 11/10/09
where: Ocean
method: Troll
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 35"
bait_used: Tube Rigs
water_depth: 40-60'
water_temp: 56
other: Went out with two buddies from Belmar at Low tide this morning. As soon as the tubes hit the water we had fish, only problem; they were the wrong color and had yellow eyes. After 4 Blues we had our first bass, we then had a few more all short. Some more yellow eyes all on tubes rigs and then we two double header bass. The first one short and the second had a 35� and 32� inch fish�.Two nice keepers. Continued to fish and got some reports of blue-fin off of Seagirt. Ran south from Long Branch area to find more blue fish. Ended up with one more short bass off of Manasquan. All in all awesome day on the water, 8 Bass and 20 blue fish. God Bless America.

name: Joe
date: 10/10/09
where: Sandy Hook and Monmouth Beach
method: Surf
species: Striped Bass
size: 23 inches
bait_used: Clams and lures (007/teaser)
water_depth: incoming tide
other: Started out at Fisherman's beach. Alot of poles out ,I didnt see any fish caught from 8-10 AM. Moved on to Monmouth beach. Fished for 2 hours not a single hit. At 12:30 had my first hit and fish on a clam. A hefty 23 incher. Well at least I didn't get skunked.

name: capt. ray burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 11/10/09
where: Ocean
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: 20 lbs
other: Today Dick Skinder and charter had over 40 bass. They kept their limit and released the rest. The majority were caught by Dick himself. This is some of the best bass fishing of the year. Next week begins blackfish season. We will be fishing for the blackfish every day and stopping for bass in the afternoon if we see birds. I have openings for this Sunday and next week. Call Capt Ray for reservations and info: 732 803-6276.

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 11/10/09
where: ocean
method: bottom
species: Blackfish
size: to 7 lbs
bait_used: green crabs
other: Took advantage of the weather today to get in a little blackfishing before the blow. Several drops produced over 35 keeper blackfish to 7 lbs. Keeping our one fish per man limit and releasing the rest. Numerous shorts were also landed. We still have several opening through the month for both blackfish and striped bass trips. For more information please contact Capt Derek at 732-861-3394.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: FISHERMEN
date: 11/10/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: I know the Monday boys are gonna shake thier heads after the late bite yesterday, but today was the way it outta be!! Had life right from the start with keepers coming in immediatly on jigs. Huge blues in the mix also. Got about an hour before we lost the tide and had to wait for the change, so we anchored and clammed. Caught 2 fish right away then that was it. Didn't take long after the change for the place to erupt again! Back to the jigs for the rest of the day with many fish over 32 inches. Pool fish at 19 pounds. Several limits and high hooks with 3 keepers. Only wish we could have had half the action yesterday. Many guys try to time the fishing from the reports , like you try to time the market, you'll never win. Just gotta come down and take the shot, you know we give it 110%. My favorite weather for tomorrow NE', you know I'll be there!!!!! Some good pics tonight, enjoy. Capt. Ron

name: Tim Martisofski
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/09/2009
where: Sandy Hook
method: Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 22 Lbs.
bait_used: Tube Rigs
water_depth: 27 Ft.
water_temp: 56 Degrees
other: The Tim Martisofski charter was on board the Bounty Hunter today and Capt. Paul ran up to the Sandy Hook area. Once anchored it became apparent that we were not going to be succesful using Clam baits as the entire area was covered with schools of Sand Eels and the Stripers wanted no part of the Clams. After an hour we decided to go up on the Troll and as it turned out that was the right thing to do. We had our first Bass in no time and the Troll bite was good for most of the morning. The Rigs produced over 35 Bass, 20 of which were keeper size. A limit catch of 10 Bass was kept plus 5 Bonus fish. All others were released. The largest Bass of the day was caught by Chris Martisofski and weighed in at 22 lbs. In addition to the Bass 8 large Blues were also kept. I still need 1 person to fill out my Sunday, Nov. 15th Open Boat Striped Bass trip. If interested call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: OCMTC
boat_name: Nancy IV
date: 11/09/09
where: GE Inlet
method: drift
species: Striped Bass
size: 34-38"
bait_used: bunker chunks
water_depth: 7'
water_temp: 52
other: Perfect conditions. Picked up two keepers at the change of the tide. Fished for one hour. Didn't see many others caught - must be livin right.

name: Rob
boat_name: Vessel X
date: 10/9
where: Sandy Hook
method: Troll
species: Striped Bass
other: Awesome striper fishing today. Had 23 bass before 11 am, early morning was mostly shorts, then the big fish got active a lot of nice fish in a row in the 32-36'' range. Couldn't even get the lines set today. Everybodys arms hurt so we tried for blackfish, got 2 then called it a day.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: FISHERMEN
date: 11/09/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Naturally after Sundays report, the Monday boys were out in force (some actually went on another boat) but the AM proved much tougher than expected. The dogfish were out in force no matter where we went... Caught a couple fish here and there, but they wouldn't turn on. Drifted, Anchored whatever, until the last hour and a half of the day when we ran after some bird life, just at the end of the tide. Couple good shots at the bass with Dave putting 3 keepers in the box. Dan Wistuk had 2 nice fish on Krocs, first ones caught on those this season. Dr. Keith and Madman Jim went neck and neck on the pool with two fish at 18and 18 pounds couple ounces, (the winner going to Doc). Some single fish and a handfull of Blues, not a great day by any means, but we did manage to find'em. Oh Yea, JOE-SKI, who hadn't caught a Fluke all season managed ONE Today, go figure!!

name: capt jeff sturman
e_mail: noworriescharters@gmail.com
boat_name: no worries
date: 11/8
where: BI north
method: trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 26 to 32
bait_used: umbrella rigs
water_depth: 60
water_temp: 57
other: Headed out on 11/8 broke the inlet about 7:00am headed north and ran right into the fleet so decided to troll on the outside of the fleet we had pretty decent action most of the bass Were undersize but did put a 29� and 32� in the box the blues were on the bigger end. Ended up going 7/9 on bass and about the same with blues. All the bass were caught on black umbrella rigs, had to cut the day early because one person was feeling under the weather all in all good day on the water

name: Luigi
date: 11/8/2009
where: PP Beach
method: Surf
species: Striped Bass
size: None
bait_used: Metal (with and w/o tails), bunker
water_temp: about 55
other: Right place/wrong time or wrong place/right time? There was nothing going on at all this afternoon in the surf at PPB, but it was a beautiful Fall day all the same. There was a huge fleet about a mile due east of Manasquan Inlet, but very quiet along the beaches with just a few terns diving here and there. Got home in time to see the end of the Giants game - should have fished for another hour the way that ended up.

name: Tom B
e_mail: tbolcar19@comcast.net
boat_name: Sunshine
date: 11/8/2009
where: outside Manasquan Inlet
method: jig
species: Striped Bass
size: shorts & 9 keepers to 35 in/14 lbs.
bait_used: AVA 47s (no tail)
water_depth: 60-80 ft.
water_temp: 58 degrees
other: Skipped the beach this morning and cleared the inlet about 0900. Like yesterday got into medium and slammer blues right away. Today there were Bass mixed in (see yesterday's prediction). This was fall fishing at its best. Plenty of action with about 6-8 retreives per hit. Absolutely beautiful day. Small seas, light winds, courtious fishermen, and fish, fish, fish. This is the week to go if you are not already part of the action. Look up NJ fishing in the dictionary and you would see a picture of today. Tight lines, reasonable regulations. Tom B

name: Ron Rogers
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/08/2009
where: Sandy Hook
method: Clamming
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 36"
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 25 Ft.
water_temp: 56 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Ron Rogers charter on board the Bounty Hunter today and wasted no time getting back to the area where we had the good bite yesterday. The weather was a bit warmer today and the Bass bite was hot. We had our first keeper Bass in the boat within minutes and the good bite lasted for 3 hours then turned into a slow pick. Nevertheless the charter had over 40 Bass bites while putting a limit catch of 15 Bass in the box which included 3 Bonus fish while releasing over 30 shorts. Our largest fish today measured 36". Today was the best Bass fishng of the Fall season and it can only get better. Due to a last minute cancellation the Bounty Hunter will be available for either a private charter or Open Boat Striper trip on Sunday Nov. 15th. This is a rare open Sunday. So call 732-323-8700 if you want in on the action.

name: Jisoo noh
boat_name: Megan Beth
date: 11/07/09-11/08/09
where: SE of Manasquan
method: trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 22 lbs
bait_used: Tubes
water_depth: 65
water_temp: 54
other: On Saturday Jisoo Noh and friends were aboard the Megan Beth for a day of Bass fishing. Heading to the South ,our first fish was a Bluefish. Thanks to Capt Bruno of the Fintastic gave me a call that he had the bass all over the surface chasing sand eels. We tryed to jig them but the fish were moving too fast. We went on the troll and immediately had fish on. Boating four bass before the bite slowed we then picked away at the blues. After the tide change we managed one more Bass. By days end we had 5 bass to 22 lbs and alot of blues. Sunday Jim Sabo and friends were on board . Heading off we found the birds but only to find a lot of Blues feeding on the eels. Went on the troll only to get more blues, Went back on the drift and jigged more Bluefish and some small bass. By days end we had one keeper and 5 shorts and countless numbers of bluefish,most released. Both days were great to be on the water.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/08/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Tried to fish local this morning, but with everyone and thier brother on the water it was very tough. Caught 3 keepers to start and had no more room to breath. Got outta there and made another drop, caught dog fish like no tomorrow...Ran another hour down the beach and found non-stop fishing on shorts and keepers with the pool fish going 22 pounds! Many limits as conditions for clamming with a boat load of customers were perfect!! Something that surely doesn't happen to often, especially on a weekend. Didn't have to toss one jig today. Only wish I could have had half of this fishing yesterday with the nice group of people we had aboard. Weather looks good for a couple days, come on down. Plenty of pics tonight...enjoy. Capt.Ron

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 11/8/09
where: ocean
method: clams/ eels
species: Striped Bass
size: to 34"
other: Our open boat striped bass trip this morning saw on and off bass fishing all day. The crew wound up boating 5 keepers to 34" along with 15 shorts on both clams and eels. We still have a few dates available through the month for both blackfish and striped bass. For information and reservations contact Capt Derek at 732-861-3394.

name: Tom B
e_mail: tb
boat_name: Sunshine
date: 11/7/2009
where: outside Manasquan and South
method: jig
species: Bluefish
size: BIG
bait_used: 27 & 47 AVAs (no tail)
water_depth: 50-70 ft.
water_temp: 56
other: Started out on ISBP in the morning catching shorts. There were big splashes out of range from the sand. The tide was rising so there was a good chance the fish would come in like 11/6. The went deeper instead. We left before the incomming trapped us and switched to the boat. This was the right move. Cleared the inlet about 1230. Birds all over with some fish on top and good readings all over the place. The first fish was a 17 lb 3 oz slammer. I jigged up about 8 more in the 12-15 lb class before the reel gave out and the drag froze-up. There fish were just too big for spinning reels. Switched to a conventional set-up and continued catching monsters until the south wind and chop came up and everybody got soaked about 4PM. Left them biting. Over 50 fish easily between three guys. This is what we wait all summer for. Get out there! The bass are moving down the coast and out of the bays as well. It should be stripers and blues laster this week. Tight lines, realistic regulations. Tom B

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA
date: 11/07/2009
where: NORTH OF SR INLET
method: TROLL
species: Striped Bass
size: SHORT TO 35"
bait_used: TUBE UMBRELLA RIGS
water_depth: 20-40 FT
water_temp: 56
other: BROKE THE INLET AT NOON WITH A CREW OF 3 BUDDIES FOR AN AFTERNOON SHOT AT THE BASS. FLAT CALM SEAS AND WE WERE AT THE SPOT QUICKLY. HAD A SMALL BLUE HIT THE FIRST RIG BEFORE IT WAS EVEN SET. THEN A SLOW PICK OF MIXED BLUES AND BASS BUT THE FISHING GOT BETTER AS THE WIND CAME ON HARD OUT OF THE SOUTH. ENDED UP WITH 3 KEEPER BASS, 6 SHORT BASS AND 6 BLUES. BUMPY RIDE HOME BUT A NICE AFTERNOON ON THE WATER. GOD BLESS AMERICA AND GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!!!

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 11/7/09
where: ocean
method: bottom
species: Blackfish
size: to 6 lbs
bait_used: green crabs
water_depth: 47-60 ft
other: Took the day to scout some blackfish. Bite started off slow this morning but picked up as the day went on. Total for the day was 40 keepers to 6 lbs. Keeping our one fish per person with the rest going back to fight another day. We also had over 20 shorts. Still have dates available throughout the month for both striped bass and blackfish. For more info and reservations, please contact Capt Derek at 732-861-3394.

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
date: 11/7/09
species: Striped Bass
other: We had the Chuck Deeney crew out today for some bass fishing. We ended up with 6 keepers and a dozen shorts. We will be running open boat trips for striped bass this Friday and Saturday afternoon.Give me a call for more details. 732-567-3289

name: Pat Kester
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/07/2009
where: Between The Channels
method: Clamming & Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 20 Lbs.
bait_used: Clams & Tube Rigs
water_depth: 18 to 30 Ft.
water_temp: 54 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Pat Kester charter on board the Bounty Hunter today. We made our way up to Romer Shoal, anchored and broke out the Clams. We had 13 bites in the first 2 hours putting 3 keepers in the box. The largest was a 20 Lb. Striper caught by Randy Kester. We sat for another hour without a bite and then decded to go up on the Troll between the Channels. The action was a bit more consistant as the boys had over 20 Bass bites adding another 5 keeper Bass to the catch. We also had our share of big Blues all of which were released.

name: Nick, Carlitos, Ron, Ed
e_mail: marykate_three@yahoo.com
boat_name: MARYKATE
date: 11/7/09
where: SE Manasquan
method: Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 36"
bait_used: Umbrella Rigs
water_depth: 60'-70'
water_temp: 55
other: We had the folks from MTS Electronics in Cape May on board today for striper fishing off the Thunderbird. Tackle used was umbrella rigs with black or red tubes with special trailers. The largest fish was caught, surprisingly, on a small sub-surface plug pulled down the middle between the outriggers on each side. By day's end, we had 5 keepers and took home a few bluefish as well.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/07/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: No where near the bird life as yesterday, this morning. Went right to the bait fishing. Had a couple shorts, a couple keepers before one of NY's finest happened to check me out, only he did it on my side the chum was running. After that, the the sharks took over. Put the boat on a drift for a while and picked at some Blues and short bass. Ran all over looking for the bite, but it just didn't happen, even after the change of tide. Once again today at the end of the day, fish on top but very hard to catch. Just a heads up...I DO NOT EXCEPT competitors coupons, please don't even ask! If you have a coupon from them, Why Aren't you going Back????? Capt.Ron

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: FISHERMEN
date: 11/06/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Called the marine forcast's bluff today and told everyone to come down. Once again...we didn't have a gale, it blew 20 , but what the hell is that this time of year? What did screw us up was the incoming against. Had bird life first thing in the morning, set up on some readings and only caught a bluefish and one bass. Got outta there and ran way south...Had three huge area's of bird life, readings were unreal, yet all we managed were Bluefish. Looked in on the jetties, off in deeper water and couldn't manage a Bass, loads of Blues. Ran back up to the North after the change of tide, very nice ocean, better conditions and just a couple bass on the clams. Just a note about jigging....yes, we do catch bluefish this time of year, we are certainly looking for bass as they do travel together. If I was that good to seporate them, I'd be rich.....WE ARE A BASS BOAT, that's what we do, Clamming, Jigging, whatever...if you think for a minute I want to run to Long Branch to catch Blues, obviously you don't know Capt.Ron. (had to get that off my chest)...continue.. Back out to the East on more bird life, had fish rolling all around the boat for a mile, yet we would catch one fish here and there, very frustrating to say the least. Ended the day covering way too many miles and docking close to 4pm with a bunch of blues and 5 keeper bass....2 Scotch night, only cause I gotta take the wife to dinner for her birthday!! Capt.ron

name: Open Boat Striped Bass
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/5/2009
where: Romer Shoal
method: Clamming
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 32"
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 17 Ft.
water_temp: 56 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran the first Open Boat charter for the month of November with 5 people. We did not see our first bird play untl we got up to the Highlands Bridge where a brief stop only produced a short Striper and 1 Bluefish. Moving up to the Romer Shoal area we anchored and boated our first 3 keepers. the largest at 32". At slack water we went up on the drift and boxed another 4 keepers and a couple of shorts. We anchored after the tide change and added another 3 keepers to the catch and we had our limit. It was not the hottest Bass fishing you could have but it was good enough. I am booked for the next several days but will post my next Open Boat trips after the week end.

name: Bri
boat_name: Shorty
date: 11-5-09
where: Mantoloking
method: Troll
species: Striped Bass
water_depth: 60
water_temp: 57
other: Another semi successful mid-day trip.......Trolled from 10 AM to 2 PM......3 stripers...26", 29" and 33" and about a dozen blues from 5-10 pounds. All caught trolling tubes on wire in about 60 feet of water at 3.5 knts in front of Mantoloking........

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA III
date: 11-05-09
where: NORTH OF SR INLET
method: TROLL/JIG
species: Striped Bass
size: SHORT TO HIGH TEENS
bait_used: SPOONS/TUBE RIGS/JIGS
water_depth: 20-60
water_temp: 56-58
other: OUT EARLY WITH TWO BUDDIES AND MY SON FOR A SHOT AT THE BASS. STARTED WHERE WE LEFT THEM AND MANAGED TO PUT 2 NICE KEEPERS IN THE BOX. ALSO HAD A HALF DOZEN SHORT BASS AND MORE SMALL BLUES THAN I COULD COUNT. THE BLUES WERE CAUGHT JIGGING AND TROLLING ALL BASS CAUGHT TROLLING. ALSO HAD SOME SHOTS AT SOME NICE BLUEFIN BUT WAS UNABLE TO CONNECT. NICE MORNING ON THE WATER. GOD BLESS AMERICA AND GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!!

name: Captain Mark McColgan
e_mail: longshotchartersnj.com
boat_name: Long Shot
species: Weakfish
other: Striped Bass fishing is Red Hot. Fishing Clams on Roemer Shoal ....some to 18 Lbs. Good steady action, lots of bait holding fish on the Bar. LS has open dates call 732 977-2533

name: Howard B.
e_mail: Mariner555@optonline.net
boat_name: Lil Boat
date: 11/5/09
where: North and South of Shark River Inlet
method: Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 20-32 inches
bait_used: Umbrella rig and mackeral lure
water_depth: 18-30'
water_temp: @55
other: Trolled just off the beach in 18'-30' of water started about 0830 with one nice size keeper in the 15lb range. The rest of the day were all shorts. It was a great day on the water with less than 2' seas just great for my 17' boat.

name: Capt Tom
e_mail: tkelly@fintasticcharters
boat_name: Fintastic
date: 11/5
where: north of inlet
method: Crabs, and jigs
species: Striped Bass
other: Sonny was back it again today he did well on the tog and caught a few bass also. FINTASTIC will run open this SUNDAY 11/8 Stripers / Blackfish Leaving Clarks Landing 6am returning around 2pm. All bait and tackle is supplied. Cost per person is $125 limited to 7 tanglers. Bites on!!! __________________ Captain Tom & The Fintastic Crew 44 ' Henriques USCG Inspected http://www.fintasticcharters.com (732)995-3825 Open Boat Hotline 732-670-1864

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
species: Striped Bass
size: to 15 lbs
other: The striped bass fishing has been very consistent the past few days with limits to 15 lbs common. We will be hosting open boat trips on Sat 11/7 ans Sun 11/8 for striped bass. These are 6 hour trips. Cost is $110 per person and this includes all bait, tackle and tip for the mate. For more information and reservations please contact Capt Derek at 732-291-7675 or 732-861-3394.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: FISHERMEN
date: 11/05/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: "Mortgage Man" ERIC is our new BIG FISH pool leader landing a very nice 21 pounder today. Although, not the biggest on the boat (and not to bust his bubble) but 10 year old Markez had a 24 pounder, but didn't enter the fall special. Eric landed 2 beauties, the second being a 17 pounder plus a couple that had to go back. Tougher fishing today. Started out the morning with the last of the incoming, looked like what I thought was going to be a banner day when the first couple fish broke 20lbs. Couple keepers, couple shorts than that was it. Took a bit of a ride waiting for the change, only to find way too many Horn Dogs once again. Ran back to the North after the change and could never get past a slow, one, one pick. Great to see some bigger fish though. I'm sure tomorrow with the 25 knot wind and a bit of snot, they will be hungry!! Capt.Ron

name: Eddie C.
e_mail: coopere6@optonline.net
boat_name: Long Shot
date: 11/)4/2009
where: Ocean; Romer shoals
method: Jigging; Clamming
species: Striped Bass
size: 28"-36"
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 20'-40'
other: Chased birds early til change of tide. Returned to Romer with outgoing tide and anchored up. Enjoyed continuous pick of shorts and 9 keepers to 18 lbs. with a few bluefish and nasty skates thrown into the mix.Nice day on the ocean with a fun bunch of fisherman.

name: Bill Cosenza
e_mail: DWCO623D@comcast.net
boat_name: Dad's Toy
date: Nov. 4th
where: Delaware Bay
method: Bait / Bunker
species: Striped Bass
size: 36"- 44"
bait_used: Bunker
water_depth: 45'
water_temp: ? did not look (sorry)
other: Please call me I have nice pictures for the News Paper 610 203-2471 Cell 10 Fish took 2 each Limit out Great Day in NJ

name: Tyler
boat_name: Lunker
date: 11/04/09
where: The Spot
method: Casting
species: Striped Bass
size: 2 - 8 lbs
bait_used: shads
water_depth: 12 ft
water_temp: 55
other: It was a good day.....Stopped counting after 20 stripers.

name: Sonny
e_mail: tkelly@fintasticcharters
boat_name: FINTASTIC
date: 11/4
where: north of inlet
method: green crabs
species: Blackfish
size: up to 10 pounds
bait_used: green crabs
other: Couldnt Get The Big Boat Out Of The Pilings Today But Couldnt Not Fish So I Called My Buddy Bob Of The "catherine D" Our Dock Neighbor And He Was All Game>>>> He Invited 2 Buddies And Away We Went.......fished The High Spot On The Northern Grounds Where We Fished The Fintastic On Tuesday And Caught The Mother Load>>>>caught 67 Fish With 56 Keepers Including 1 Over Ten, 1 At 9 And A Half And Several Fish At 8 Pounds With A Slew Of 5-6 Pound Fish.....it Was A Heartbreak Throwing Back Fish That Big But The Action Was Phenominal!!!!!....trying To Put A Trip Together For Sunday On The Big Boat And Will Post Details Tomorrow.......check Open Boat Tomorrow.......thanks Bob For An Epic 2 And A Half Hours Of Full Blown Tog Bites.......one For The Books! __________________ Captain Tom & The Fintastic Crew 44 ' Henriques USCG Inspected http://www.fintasticcharters.com (732)995-3825 Open Boat Hotline 732-670-1864

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/04/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: After a shakey start today with the last of the incoming and enough "endangered species" to make a thousand fish and chip sandwiches, the bite turned on with the ebb. A very nice all day bite on shorts and keepers. Several guys, once again, had thier limits and then some. Jimmy from south jersey had the pool fish 22 1/2 pounds along with his 3 keepers. Henry Landau had 12 fish with his 3 keepers. Ron Solin, back from his summer bottom fishing adventures started his fall season with 14 fish, 3 in the box! Jack, Tom, Frank, all the wendsday boys had thier limits. Great day on the water, couldn't think of a better way to spend my 51st... Fall fishing at it's best right now!!! Capt.Ron

name: Gene C
e_mail: gcaffrey11@verizon.net
boat_name: NanSea IV
date: Nov 3 2009
where: GE Inlet
method: Drift
species: Striped Bass
size: 48.5"
water_depth: 34 ft
water_temp: 57 degrees
other: Had a friend and his 11 yr old son out for their first attempt at a Striped Bass. Having not caught any Stipers in the OC year this season I was not optimistic. The 11 yr old hooked up and landed a 48" 36lb stiper on the first drift. This is a record for the boat. We had two other run-offs but they were not landed. Stiper season has arrived in Ocean City NJ.

name: Tom B
e_mail: tbolcar19@comcast.net
boat_name: Surf
date: 11/3
where: IBSP
method: Bait-Clams
species: Striped Bass
size: 24-26 inches
bait_used: Clam
water_depth: High Tide
water_temp: 58
other: Started in the dark at the North Jetty on IBSP on incoming tide and still heavy surf. Caught 3 shorts than had to move the $WD to higher ground as the water just came up and up and up. The jetty went completely under from 0700-0830. The pocket filled with floatsum so moved down the beach and caught another short. Left when the water dropped enough to ride all the way to Gillikins. There was a steady pick on clams but nothing on artificials. The bathing beach area seemed to be the hot spot. Didn't see any bird life offshore anywhere fron the North Jetty to Brick Beach. Tight lines, realistic regulations.

name: capt. ray burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 11/3/09
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: Clams
other: Yesterday 11/2/09 Dick Skinder and charter limited out, throwing back keepers as well as smaller fish. Dick himself had about 14 fish, keeping his limit and releasing the rest. His largest fish was about 20 lbs. Today we had an open trip that was limited out and bonused by 12:30. There were numerous undersized fish and keepers released. I have openings Wed and Thurs of next week. Do not forget that Monday 11/16 is the opening day of blackfish season. I will be running open every day for blackfish and I will also be accepting charters for both blackdish and evening bass fishing. For reservations and info please call Capt Ray: 732 803-6276.

name: Capt Tom Kelly
e_mail: tkelly@fintasticcharters
boat_name: FINTASTIC
date: 11-3
where: north of inlet
method: green crabs
species: Blackfish
size: to 6 lbs
other: FIntastic crew and friends played hooky today for a few hours of togging. Capt's Toms, Bruno, Joe along with Rap, Roy, Bob and John. Fishing the hard bottom to the north they ended up catch 35 keepers and plenty of shorts. No big ones again today. Togging is good guys we are counting the days till Nov. 16th. We still have open dates in Nov. for tog trips. Remember we are inspected so we can accommodated groups larger than 6 we will take up to 10 togging. __________________ Captain Tom & The Fintastic Crew 44 ' Henriques USCG Inspected http://www.fintasticcharters.com (732)995-3825

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: FISHERMEN
date: 11/03/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Had Bob Miller family and friends out with us today for some Striper fishing... Morning started out on a high note (for me) as I see this huge cake comming aboard, on the side it says Happy Birthday Capt. Ron!! Sue Miller did the honors and it was great! The Montecristos and Single Malt scotch weren't to shabby either! Oh yea, the fishing....started out with a pick on some short fish, didn't have the current and had to wait for the change of tide. Had a couple keepers and some more shorts as the tide started to run, but it was short lived. Made a couple moves to only catch a few shorts. Took a bit of a ride and found the best fishing of the day with 12 year old Jayme Torres catching his first 3 keeper bass and 3 shorts! What a way to start a striper fishing career.. Capt.Ron Sr. took the trip with us and landed 5. High hook for the party also had 5 and the pool fish at 15 pounds. Great day on the water for a tremendous bunch of people....I always say I have the best customers on the planet! Thanks to all for the gifts and that delicious cake!! Bob and Jim , you truly are the best.....capt.ron

name: Capt Tom
e_mail: tkelly@fintasticcharters.com
boat_name: FINTASTIC
species: Striped Bass
other: We Plan to run open this Wed 11/4 Combo Trip Striper/ Blackfish Leaving at 6am returning around 2pm. All bait and tackle is supplied. Cost per person is $125 limited to 7 tanglers. Bites on!!! __________________ Captain Tom & The Fintastic Crew 44 ' Henriques USCG Inspected http://www.fintasticcharters.com (732)995-3825 Open Boat Hotline 732-670-1864

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: FISHERMEN
date: 11/02/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Gotta love those NE'sters!! Had a pick to start on the begining of the outgoing, as the current picked up, so did the sea. Made a short move, read a load of fish and anchored up. Barely had the engines shut down when we had 7 fish on immediatly!! It was none stop fishing for the rest of the day... Loads of small fish, then the keepers. Many limits and then some including Mitch Jevic with 15 fish, 3 nice keepers and the pool fish at 16 pounds! Big Bob G "Dockbuilder" also landed his 3...Andy where were you!!!! Bird life was incredable in the AM, just a little to nasty to jig, didn't have to though as the clams gave us all the action we needed. Chartered Tuesday AM, then open the rest of the week....NOWS THE TIME!!! Capt.Ron

name: Bri
boat_name: Shorty
date: 11-1-09
where: Bayhead Mantoloking
method: Troll
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: Tubes
water_depth: 40-60
water_temp: 58ish
other: We trolled from about 11 Am til 2 from Bayhead to just shy of the first Pier. We picked up 5 bass between 24 and 27 1/2 inches and about 10 Blues between 6-10 pounds. We caught them all on wire with black and red tubes. We had tons of marks and should have had more bites but oh well? The next three weeks should be fun!

name: Tom B
e_mail: tbolcar19@comcast.net
boat_name: Sunshine
date: 11/1/2009
where: outside Manasquan Inlet and South
method: jig & troll
species: Bluefish
size: 2 lb.
bait_used: green tail ava's, eel tubes
water_depth: 80-15 ft.
water_temp: 57
other: It's a morning bite and we got out late deciding to wait out the rain. Bad move. Plenty of readings, nothin' biting. Seemed to be the story all around us and on the radio. Saw only one 10 lb Blue trolled- up by another boat. Headboats were catching Doggies on bait, zip jigging. Everybody was moving around. Fished from 1100-1530 with only a small Blue to show for it. Tight lines, realistic regulations.

name: Lou Forenzi
boat_name: Megan Beth
date: 11/01/09
where: SE of Manasquan
method: troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 12 lbs
bait_used: Rigs
water_depth: 65
water_temp: 57
other: Lou and Jo Forenzi were on board the Megan Beth to get in on some Bass fishing. Heading south out of the inlet we trolled and went 7 for 9 keeper bass and countless numbers of Bluefish. Stopping to jig some reading only produced more bluefish, Once the bluefish thin out a little the bass fishing should pick up as we had steady readings down deep,but could not get to them. Great day on the water. :) :) :)

name: Capt Tom
e_mail: tkelly@fintasticcharters.com
boat_name: FINTASTIC CHARTERS
date: 11/1
method: Green Crabs
species: Blackfish
size: up to 6.5 pounds
bait_used: Green Crabs
water_depth: 40'
other: Sunday Fintastic crew joined some friends for a half day blackfish trip. We decided to explore a little we made 3 drops during the day. The 1st drop we caught our limit up to 6 pounds within a 1/2 hour. The 2nd drop was a slow pick. The 3rd drop started of slow we caught only a few keepers. Overall the fishin was very good. Total for the day was 40 plus keeper Blackfish releasing all but 7 our legal limit. I can't wait till Nov 16th. We will be running open boat trips the next month. Check the board to get in on the action. __________________ Captain Tom & The Fintastic Crew 44 ' Henriques USCG Inspected http://www.fintasticcharters.com (732)995-3825 Open Boat Hotline 732-670-1864

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 11/1/09
where: ocean
method: clamming
species: Striped Bass
size: to 14 lbs
bait_used: clams
water_depth: 10 ft
other: Ran an open boat trip this morning. Clamming produced a limit of bass to 14 lbs alond with 35 shorts. We will be running open boat this coming Tuesday 11/3 for stirped bass from 6 am till 12 noon. We also have dates available throughout November for both striped bass and blackfish trips. For more information please give Capt Derek a call at 732-291-7675 or 732-861-3394.

name: Ziggy
e_mail: longshotchartersnj.com
boat_name: Long Shot Charters
date: 11/1/09
where: Roemer Shoal
method: Clams
species: Striped Bass
size: 28-36 inches
bait_used: Bait
water_depth: 20 feet
water_temp: 53
other: Long Shot reports Roemer Shoal loaded with Sand Eels. Should hold lot's of Bass for a few more weeks. Limiting out on Clams. Lot's of available Charter Dates. Call Captain Mark 732 977-2533.

name: Frank Z
e_mail: nfd270@aol.com
boat_name: Surf
date: 11-1-09
where: Mantoloking Beach
method: Ava Jig
species: Striped Bass
size: 26"-32"
bait_used: Ava JIg
water_depth: High Tide
water_temp: Upper 50's
other: Started out at sunrise not much happening just 1 small weakfish then all hell broke loose bass busting all over the surf, had fish for 2 hours landed about 20 fish some double headers, it was a great day to be on the beach

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: FISHERMEN
date: 11/01/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Perfect fall day on the water, good conditions and we didn't get our butts kicked in!!! Switched between clamming and jigging as the day went on. Some nice keepers, including Mikes 17 pound pool fish and more shorts on the bass than I have seen in a while...Eric (Mortgage Man) had his limit along with Lynn, Joe and Mike. Not Super hot fishing but enough to keep it interesting. NE tomorrow should keep us on our toes! CHARTERED TUESDAY the 3rd..sorry for the late post on that....Capt.Ron

name: Dan + Bri
e_mail: dan.lynch@ymail.com
boat_name: Pounder II
date: 10/31/09
where: N of Manasquan inlet
method: jigging + trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 25 - 33 in
bait_used: metals, 9er, and sand eel rig
water_depth: 40 - 60
water_temp: 59
other: Had all the wind and chop our 205 could handle. Followed birds and landed 33 inch bass on first drop. Trolled and jigged up 4 more (just) short bass and a couple big blues. Headed back after 3 hours of getting beat up, but great day overall.

name: Tom B
e_mail: tbolcar19@comcast.net
boat_name: Surf
date: 10/30 & 10/31
where: Pt. Beach, Mantoloking, Brick
method: Casting
species: Striped Bass
size: 25"-35"
bait_used: AVA (green tail), Soft Body Jigs
water_depth: Outgoing tides
water_temp: high 50's
other: Friday was a good day. The wind veered SE and Bass were feeding on Sand Eels inside the bar. Cast on the bar, pull your lure off, get ready for a hit. Caught 15-20 fish. Saturday the wind came full South and stronger. There were 3-4 fish between dawn and 7 then the wind caused the current inside the bar to take off. Bass being lazy swimmers soon headed over the bar to slower water and the action died. What a big difference between SE and S wind. Tried Pt. Beach both days at low water (no bars there). Friday there were a couple of shorts. Saturday the water was mud brown with weeds. Saw one nice fish (25-30) lbs lost in the wash early Saturday. The unfortunate fisherman was using braided line. NEVER use braided line in the surf. Mono has the strech to work a fish up the shelf onto the sand in strong surf. Braided either snaps or pulls the hook when a retreating breaker takes the fish's side. Tomorrow it back in the boat. Tight lines, loose regulations. TB

name: CAPT RAY BURKE
boat_name: MAD GAFFER
date: 10/31/09
where: OCEAN
species: Striped Bass
size: TO 22 LBS
bait_used: CLAM
water_depth: 15 FEET
water_temp: 60
other: THE BOAT WITH 6 MEN FISHING WAS LIMITED OUT BY 11.30 TODAY RON LONG HAD HIS 3 KEEPERS WITH BONUS TAG ALONG WITH AT LEAST 12 SHORTS MIKE KIMBALL HAD HIS 3 KEEPERS WITH BONUS TAG.ALONG WITH OUR LIMIT CATCH OF KEEPERS WE HAD AT LEAST 30 SHORTS . THE BOAT THEN DID CATCH AND RELEASE FISHING FOR LOTS OF ACTION ON WOULD BE KEEPERS AND SHORTS I HAVE OPENINGS SUNDAY 11/01 AND ALL OF NEXT WEEK CALL CAPT RAY AT 732 803 6276 FOR OPEN BOAT OR CHARTER RESEVERTIONS AND GET IN ON THIS GREAT STRIPE BASS FISHING DONT FORGET THAT THE BLACKFISH LIMIT GOES UP ON NOV 16 TH AND WE WILL ADD THAT TO OUR FISHING REPERTOIRE RESERVE EARLY TO ENJOY ALL THIS GREAT FISHING

name: Capt. Tom Kelly
boat_name: FINTASTIC
date: 10-31
where: Seaside
method: jigging
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: jigs
water_depth: 60
other: Scg landscaping made an early departure with us today and produced about 50 blues and 7 bass in 2 hours of fishing.....The bite is on ....Tyler had 3 bass himself.....We were back at the dock by 10 am>>>>.....check open boat forum for tomorrows open boat bass and blackfish trip>>>> __________________ Captain Tom & The Fintastic Crew 44 ' Henriques USCG Inspected http://www.fintasticcharters.com (732)995-3825 Open Boat Hotline 732-670-1864

name: capt steve fabiyan
e_mail: jackp@dynastyapparel.com
boat_name: escapade
date: friday 10/31
where: mantoloking
method: trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 26-31inches
water_depth: 50-60ft.
water_temp: 55
other: Capt. steve & jack headed out for a friday afternoon bight w/Escapade . from 1.30pm to 5.00pm had steady action landing 14 bass & 4 bluefish .Majority of the fish are 26 inches however was able to score some keepers .

name: andrew
date: 10/31/09
where: barely S. of Manasquan Inlet
method: troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 29"
bait_used: green bunker spoon, white shad rigs
water_depth: 45-75 ft
other: Very wavy for a 25 foot center console, but did a 2 hour troll. Got a lot of blue fish. Small stripers and one 29" keeper.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: FISHERMEN
date: 10/31/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: I certainly don't mind a Butt kickin when it's outta the NE. Fish seem to get very aggressive, but when it blows South 25 with gusts to 30 and we have an ebb tide, it's not a pretty picture!!! First drop we started fish right away with a one, one pick. Couple shorts and a handfull of keepers. As the current started to run out harder, the bite stopped. Made a move and had a shot of 3 fish, then it died again. Took a ride out to the East, came back on the Anchor and had 10 fish on, only they were the endangered species!!! Got the hell outta there fast! Ran down the beach, once there the wind was now a steady 27 knots and nasty, read fish, anchored and once again caught 2 right away, that was it. Back to the North for the last drop, gannets hitting the water, great readings, 2 keepers and a short, one bluefish right away....that was it...by now I'm thinking tonight it's TANGARAY!! Walter was high hook with 5 fish, 3 keepers and 2 shorts. Couple guys had 2 keepers, many with none. Tough day to say the least....Capt.Ron

name: John and Peg
boat_name: Late Meeting
date: 10/30/09
where: Ocean
method: Eels, clams,artificals and trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: some shorts and 3 keepers to 34"
bait_used: every type of bait you could imagine
water_depth: 16' to 33'
other: Got out there early and anchored up before dawn.Read alot of life but they weren't eating. We had fresh clams and live eels. Not a taker. @around 10:00 we went on a troll and had non-stop action. The largest striper fought like a massive blue.We started getting hit by gigantic blues, 10+lbs each. We were getting tired bringing in fish.At aroud 2:30 we headed in. Where were the 5 to 7 foot seas NOAA kept warning about? It was a beautiful day with a slight wind but lots of fish.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/30/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Another great day on the water. Several limits and then some on fish from shorts to 17 pounds. 85 year old, twice a week regular, Lou Ciavatti took the lead in our Big fish pool with a 17 pounder. Lou also had a 21 3/4 pounder the week before we started the pool, but said he is determened to win it this year. Capt. Ron Sr. was back to his old form landing 3 nice keepers. Nice pick right up till the end of the tide around 11:30 then a lull but the bite came back as the flood took over. Didn't have to stay late today as we already had ours by 2:00 pm. Too bad all those calls during the week for Friday didn't show (and no, we weren't crowded)!!!, you missed one hell of a day!! Enjoy the pics...... Capt.Ron

name: Steve Fabiyan
e_mail: sfabiyan@comcast.net
boat_name: Escapade
date: 10/30/09
where: Mantalooking
method: troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 31"
water_depth: 30-60'
water_temp: 55
other: Headed out after noon for the late bite. Trolling off of Mantalooking did not disappoint. Caught 14 stripers and 4 big blue fish. Only one keeper of 31+". Despite the marine forecast, the seas were easily fishable. There appears to be a tremendous amount of fish and hopefully the sizes will increase for a great November of fishing!

name: Capt. Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 10/30/09
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
size: 22 lbs
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 20 ft
other: Today's trip limited out with stripers up to 22 lbs by 11:00. This is Fall fishing at its finest! I have openings for tomorrow and Sun.as well as next week. Please call for reservations and further info. Capt Ray: 732 803-6276.

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
date: 10/29
species: Striped Bass
other: We had excellent bass fishing today for the boys from Duhnam Construction. We anchored up and had fish right away and caught our limit of 12 keeper striped bass in two hours. The boys then caught and released for a while and then we headed in early for happy hour.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/29/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Only two of us shaped up today, and glad we did. Nasty ocean most of the day, but that's what we always talk about, and what we want! Had bird life down the beach, tried to drift but it was a little to nasty. Anchored up and picked away at the bass. Bite died at slack and it took forever to get any incoming water. Made a couple moves waiting for the change....when it came, the bite was on big time!! Blackfish Doug landed 7 fish, keeping his 3, young Tyler Vill took the day off from school so he could teach his Dad Jeff how it's done, landing 6 fish on his own! Several limits and then some including Kevin and Josie who put 5 nice fish in the box. Joe, Don, Tommy, Mike all had their limits.....gotta love the snot!!!! Pics are worth a thousand words, can't wait till tomorrow. Capt.ron

name: CLIFFWOOD
e_mail: JCerchio@eviinstall.com
boat_name: n/a
date: 10/27/09
where: long branch
method: plugs
species: Striped Bass
size: 24-38 inches
bait_used: needlefish
water_depth: surf
water_temp: ?
other: great fishing with brenda and chuck those guys can catch em up another great day fishing on the beach

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/27/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Took the 12 customers that showed up in the whole harbor today bassin....Nasty to say the least, but the fish were hungry!! Had 4 keepers and a couple shorts in the first few minutes. Bite slowed at slack, but came back on after the change. Even with the East wind and incoming it was still pretty rough. Rob Bannon/Rockaway, N.J. lead the way with 14 fish!! 3 being keepers and the pool. Nice mix between the shorts and keepers with the largest going 14 pounds. Not ONE Dogfish today, Thank God! I know Anchor Joe is gonna read this and have a fit after yesterday!! Sorry Joe, good luck with the operation on Wednesday. Hope to see you back at it before the season ends. Weather doesn't look good for Wednesday with NE at 25 knots and rain...Thursday & Friday should be O.K. Capt.ron

name: Sonny
e_mail: marty7620@yahoo.com
boat_name: Fintastic
date: 10/26/09
where: Rattlesnake area
method: Trolling and jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: up to 32
bait_used: Ava47 and Greencrabs
other: Day started out bumpy due to wind. Took it on the troll. Bite was pretty steady. Trolled up couble of bass and multiple blues. Decided to put it on the jig. Proceeded to a slow pick.Nice bass came on the jig. Open boat trip Sunday the first. Leaving at 6 a.m. and returning at 3:30. Seven openings.125$ per man. A.m. striped bass and p.m. black fish. Get in while the weather is good! Call Sonny 732-670-6428 for more information

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA III
date: 10-26-09
where: NORTH OF SR INLET
method: TROLL/JIG
species: Striped Bass
size: SHORT TO 35"
bait_used: TUBES/JIGS
water_depth: 20-40 FT
water_temp: 57.9
other: Cut out of work early with 3 buddies and headed out for some stripers. Headed for a not so secret spot north of SR Inlet and found the fish. Started trolling 1 tube rig and 1 shad rig and the tubes were killing it so I switched over to all tubes. We ended up with 5 keeper bass, more than a dozen short bass and a half dozen or so blues. Water was clean and 57.9 degrees with loads of balled up sand eels. Tried jigging but the fish were not interested. Had several times when both rods went off with multiple fish on each rig. Nice 2 and half hours of fishing.God Bless America and GOd Bless our Troops!!!

name: Capt Tom
e_mail: tkelly@fintasticcharters.com
boat_name: FINTASTIC
date: 10-26
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: jigs ,trolling, Green Crabs
water_depth: 65'
other: The FINTASTIC was back at it again today. We started out trolling catching all blues. Made a move up to the rocks and decided to jig on some meter marks and caught few bass and more monster blues. Almost a carbon copy of Sunday this is clasic fall fishing. Halfway through the trip we switched to blackfishing again for a couple hours of work we caught our limit and released 20 plus keepers and a dozen or so shorts. I can't wait till Nov. 16th The Blackfishing is red hot right this year. We will be sailing open boat this Sunday fall . Give us a call to get in on the bite. BITES ON CALL 732-995-3825

name: Captain Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer II
date: 10/26
where: Ocean
method: Jigging and Clamming
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 20 LBS
bait_used: Avas & Clams
water_depth: 30 Feet
other: 10/26 Dick Skinder and Charter limited the boat out with bass up to 20 LBS! Dick himself had 6 bass including the biggest. There were shorts and several keepers thrown back. 10/25 We jigged bass and bluefish the largest bass being caught Bob Penci weighing in at 16 LBS. and Todd Weiner and party limited out on porgies up to 3 LBS and caught a good number of large seabass up to 5 LBS. We also limited the boat out on Blackfish and threw several large fish back! We have openings thursday and Friday this week and the weekend including a special night open bass trip on Saturday night! Please call Captain Ray Burke at 732-803-6276 for more information.

name: capt jeff sturman
e_mail: noworriescharters@gmail.com
boat_name: no worries
date: 10 25
where: BI north
method: trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 27 to 33 inches
bait_used: umbrella rigs
water_depth: 40 to 60
water_temp: 61
other: Heanded out on 10/25 left the dock around 1:30pm to catch the afternoon bite, had two fish on within 20 minutes. lost on and the other was a 27 inch bass, not a bad start but as the afternoon went on it slowed down to only fish here an there. did have have a little blitz but most were bluefish and ended the day going 2-3 bass keeping one at 33inches and about 12 bluefish all bass were caught on black umbrella all in all good day on the water.

name: Mike Macrone
e_mail: macrone@optonline.net
boat_name: Jeric Sea
date: 10/25/2009
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 25" - 37"
bait_used: Bunker Spoon & Umbrella Rig
water_depth: 45'
water_temp: n/a
other: Jerry, Scooter, and I arrived at the rocks at 7:00 AM and trolled inside the bouy. We marked fish almost the entire time and had a solid outing. The biggest bass caught was over 36" with some smaller bass, slots, and shorts mixed in. We also landed serveral nice bluefish, ... fun to catch but they tear up the equipment. Since the wind was honking and NOAA called for small craft warnings, we headed back to the barn early. This is a wrap for the Jeric Sea fishing season, see ya next year!

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
date: 10/25/09
species: Striped Bass
other: We had the Pat Ruane charter out today for some striped bass fishing. We had action right away and all day. The boys ended up with 7 keeper bass and a half a dozen shorts. We also had a dozen bluefish to 12 pounds. We will be running open boat trips this Saturday and Sunday for striped bass. Give me a call to reserve your spot. 732-567-3289

name: Capt. Tom
e_mail: tkelly@fintasticcharters.com
boat_name: FINTASTIC
date: 10-25
where: Inshore
method: jigs, green crabs
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: Jigs, Green Crabs
water_depth: 65'
other: sunday we had a 3 dads and there 5 sons out for striped bass and blackfish combo trip. Started out off Asbury in 65 feet of water the father and son team jigged monter blues till there arms couldn't take it. Decided to make a move up the line to see if we could find a few bass for there efforts. The group once again had great bluefishing with a few bass mixed in. We ended up keeping on bass for the table. now it was to to go Blackfishing. THe kids have ben playing with the crabs all morning and wanted to try there luck. We anchored up on a high spot and not even a sniff. Decided not to waste any time we made a few adjustments on the anchor and next thing you no 3 kids are hung on the bottom and one of them is bent over in the corner yell it's not bottom i have a fish the kids 1st blackfish ever 7-8 pounds. We fished for 1.5 hours and caught 25-30 blackfish releasing all but our limit. Everyone had a blast and we look forward to seeing them Thanksgiving weekend. Wish i could post a picture of how happy the boys where.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/25/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Started out clamming this morning, only to catch the incoming tide against the hard NW wind. First dozen or so fish in the boat were HORN DOGS!! Got the hell outta there fast and ran down the beach. Jigged the rest of the day in some pretty nasty conditions. Caught the blues and only a few keeper and short bass. Plenty of bird life, bait and fish rolling on top, not what I would call a Hot bite though. Less wind and better conditions tomorrow should help....Capt.ron

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
date: 10/23/09
species: Striped Bass
other: Had the Len Longo charter out today for some bass fishing. We trolled most of the day and ended up with 3 keeper striped bass to 16 pounds and a dozen bluefish. We will be running open boat trips for striped bass next week. Also dates for November blackfishing are going fast so give me a call to book your date. 732-567-3289

name: Captain Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer II
date: 10/23
where: Ocean
method: Bottom & Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Keeper Size
bait_used: Avas, Crabs and Clams
water_depth: 40 feet
water_temp: 60
other: We have been bottom fishing all week with Fantastic results! We have the best porgie fishing in years with fish up to 3 1/2 LBS coming over the rails! We have also been catching Blackfish up to 6 LBS and Seabass up to 4 LBS. We have also been jigging Bass all week as well. We have an open trip for Bass tomorrow Sunday 10/25, we also have availability for Thursday, Friday and next weekend for open and charter trips. We are also going to run an open trip next Saturday evening 10/31 for Bass. Please call Captain Ray at 732-803-6276 to get in on this fantastic fishing!

name: Tom B
e_mail: tbolcar19@comcast.net
boat_name: Sunshine
date: October 23, 2009
where: outside Manasquan Inlet
method: Jigs
species: Bluefish
size: 8-13 lbs.
bait_used: Ava-67s
water_depth: 70-80 ft.
water_temp: 62
other: Went out Friday morning in advance of the storm to see what was what. Cleared the inlet into a 4 ft. whitecap ocean with 10-15KT NE winds. Many boats came out and went right back in. We stuck it out jigging on readings and sporatic bird life. Caught Blues only steady for three hours off the sea bouy and slightly north. The wind steadily increased as did the seas and we called it quits when the swells started toping 6ft. All in all plenty of fish in wet bumpy conditions.

name: Rob
boat_name: Vessel X
date: 10/23
where: sandy hook
species: Striped Bass
other: Got out this morning around 7 before the storm. as we were letting the first umbrella out we had a nice double header, one being an 18 Lber. We continued to troll out to the east and picked away at bass getting 2 more keepers and another short. we also had 15 nice bluefish in the 8Ib range. Conditions got too snotty for our 26 so we headed in at noon, only able to go 10kts without getting splashed in the face.

name: Canyon Runner
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: 10/21-22
where: Hudson
method: Chunking
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 30
bait_used: Bars, Baits Jigs
water_depth: 600
water_temp: 68
other: Captain Mark DeCabia and Phil Dulanie took the Kurt Panzer charter out on Thursday for the first of a few day chunking trips to the canyon. I say the first of a few as the trip was quite successful as the yellowfin seem to be biting during the day now on the chunk. They left Manasquan Inlet late as the charter was flying in and did not break the inlet until 3:30am. They arrived on the west wall of the Hudson Canyon at 7:30am and dropped the hook. They immediately had a bite and went 1 for 3 in the first couple hours. The tuna started to school under the boat around 150-200 feet but did not start feeding until around 10am when they started a steady pick. By 1:30pm they had 10 yellowfin on 1 longfin in the boat. The yellowfin were all right around 30 pounds the longfin a little nicer. They added another yellowfin just before coming home fishing off the trip with 12 tuna in the box. Most of the fish were caught jigging down deep around 200 feet but some were also caught on bait. Based on this performance it looks like we got another 2 weeks of fishing but of course based on the usual weather for this time of year if we get out twice a week we would be thrilled.

name: steve fabiyan
e_mail: jackp@dynastyapparel.com
boat_name: escapade
date: 10/22/09
where: south mantoloking
method: trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 29inches
bait_used: umbrella rigs
water_depth: 50-60ft.
water_temp: 57
other: Capt. Steve & jack left the dock @12noon & ran down the beach in beautiful seas and sunshine from 1.30 to 6.00pm we managed to troll up seven bass & six blues. Just a great day on the water .

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/22/09
where: Every where!!
species: Striped Bass
other: Feel like Christopher Columbus after todays trip!!! Found the clam boats and thought, this is gonna be a day. One keeper on the first drift, not a bite on the second. Anchored up and tried clamming...NG. Ran off of the Highlands, NG..chased some birds off the beach, just a couple blues. Ran even further South only to catch some Bluefish. By now, the psyche of the morning is just about gone. Gave it one last shot on the rocks, where the stroke continued!!! Loads of bait again no matter where we went, and we didn't see the fish rolling on top like yesterday. Hopefully with the NE predicted for tomorrow, things will improve.....good thing I wrote this report (before) my second scotch, don't want to get too emotional, I could get banned!! Capt.ron

name: Black Cloud & The Professor
boat_name: Gunkybird 2
date: 10/22/09
where: BI North
method: Trolling Shad Umbrella Rigs
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 36"
bait_used: Shad Umbrella Rigs
water_depth: 60 feet
water_temp: 58 Degrees
other: Trolled 11 bass up to 35" and boxed 4 keepers. Released 7 Stripers 27 to 27.5 each. Had 3 Monster Bluefish as well. Mostly bass for a change. Great day of the water with The Cloud & The Professor

name: Nick
e_mail: marykate_three@yahoo.com
boat_name: MARYKATE
date: October 21-22
where: Hudson Canyon
method: Troll/Chunking
species: Swordfish
size: +100
bait_used: Skirted Ballyhoo/Sardines/Butterfish/Squid
water_depth: 450-600
water_temp: 65
other: Trolled Wednesday afternoon from Letters to 100 Square to West Mouth without anything; drifted at night and picked up one swordfish and lost another big fish under the boat that almost spooled one of my 50 TW's; headed back home Thursday morning

e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 10/21/09
where: ocean
method: jig/troll
species: Striped Bass
size: to 13 lbs
water_temp: 58
other: Had the Mark Kulik charter out this morning for some striped bass fishing. The charter jigged and trolled 4 keepers for the day up to 13 lbs along with 18 shorts and a mess of bluefish to 10 lbs. Looks like the fall run is underway. Still have openings for both striper and bottom fishing trips in October and November. For more information please give Capt Derek a call at 732-861-3394.

name: Wayne Lawall
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 10/21/2009
where: Mud Hole
method: Chunking
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 44"
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 160 Ft.
water_temp: 63 Degrees
other: The Wayne Lawall charter was on board the Bounty Hunter for the final Bluefin trip of the year. Capt. Paul drifted the edge of the Mud Hole and had solid bait reads under the boat all morning. We went 1 for 3 on Bluefin with the keeper fish measuring 44". Another 2 Tuna were lost shortly after the hook ups. The Bluefish have moved into the area in large numbers and had the rods bent over for most of the day. The bad news is that we caught several Dogfish high in the water and this could pose a problem over the next few weeks. THE STRIPERS ARE MOVING IN! I will be sailing Open Boat Striped Bass trips on Nov.4, 5, 10 & 11. These days will not last long so call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: capt jeff sturman
e_mail: noworriescharters@gmail.com
boat_name: no worries
date: 10/21
where: BI north
method: trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 25 to 30 inches
bait_used: umbrella rigs
water_depth: 50 to 60
water_temp: 58 to 61
other: Headed out on 10/21 broke the inlet and headed north right back where we had them yesterday. Didn�t have the concentration of birds but start trolling alittle short of the pier , and had our first hit within 10 minutes and had a constant bite for about 2 � hrs. After that it was pretty much slow picking we had more blues than bass, and the bass were on the smaller size. At the end of the day we ended up going 7 for 10 on bass losing two keepers at boat side, and only putting one in the box. All fish caught black and orange umbrella rigs and stretches, most if not all bass were on the umbrella rigs. All in all good day on the water.

name: Rob
boat_name: vessel x
date: 10/21
where: sandy hook
method: eels
species: Striped Bass
other: fishing was surprisingly bad last night. started out drifting with the small city that was in the rip. not even a touch. ran all over the bay making 6-7 drops. marked plenty of fish, but couldnt get a bite. also tide wasn't moving as fast as i liked. stopped at the million dollar bridge for a few drifts on the way home and got a 15 pounder to the boat.

name: Jim Paras
e_mail: JParas1@msn.com
boat_name: Double Barrel
date: 10/21/09
where: 15nm off beach
method: drift
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 4lbs
bait_used: clam & crab
water_depth: 120
water_temp: 65
other: I'm wondering if the NMFS survyed a massive bio mass of sea bass and decided to shut down the fishery because over four hours of fishing today, around 250 lumpy sea bass were caught and released. Couldn't bait and drop fast enough and the readings were incredible. Managed to catch a couple of blackfish, cod, pollock and ling but the seabass were everywhere and tough to get through at times. Monster choppers headed no NMFS closure as I reeled up several heads which were missing their body.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/21/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Today is proof that good reports come back to bite me in the A***!!!! After Monday's fishing, had to figure the rest of the week would be hot...not today. Today the fish rolled on top, broke water all around the boat, we could see them for a mile and couldn't get them to bite!! Clams, Jigs, Eels, all artificials and top water plugs, nothing worked!! Only had a couple keepers to show for the first decent gang of customers on the boat in a while. If I had a Gill net, today, I would have used it!! Readings on fish and bait are unbeleavable, that's probably the problem, when the bait starts to move out, the bite will certainly get better and be more consistant. Dan Bias (hammer) worked his butt off to catch a couple fish, at least one keeper for dinner, so the gift certificate Pinky supplied was worth it! Thanks, Capt.Ron

name: Tim Shea
e_mail: tshea2002@gmail.com
boat_name: Hydosport
date: 10/20/09
where: Highlands Bridge
method: Drifting
species: Striped Bass
size: 24 to 36"
bait_used: Eels
water_depth: 15'
water_temp: 65
other: Brian and I went out to the Highlands bridge for a couple of hours. Picked up a 36" 17 Lb Bass on the first drift. Spotty fishing but picked up another drifting under the bridge. Going out all day tomorrow, so hope to catch a couple on the outgoing tide at the Sandy Hook rip.

name: capt jeff sturman
e_mail: noworriescharters@gmail.com
boat_name: no worries
date: 10/20
where: BI north
method: trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 27 to 32 inches
bait_used: umbrella rigs
water_depth: 50 to 60
water_temp: 58
other: Headed out on 10/20 broke the inlet headed north started trolling at the seaside pier. We had the first fish within a couple of minutes on a black umbrella rig. As we were setting the lines back out we noticed a line of birds about � mile away, so we picked the lines up and ran out to the line of birds. Once there we started trolling within 5 to 10 minutes it all broke open and we had constant action on stripe bass from 27 to 32 inches most fish were caught on black and orange umbrella rigs and stretches. We went 10 for 13 putting four in the box, all in all good day on the water.

name: Captain Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/20/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Not the Hot bite of yesterday but we still managed a couple limits with Fireman John leading the way with 6 fish, 3 being keepers. Henry Landau also had 3 keeping his two. Morning started off with wind against the tide for a couple hours, lousy conditions. Read loads of bait and had fish under the boat on every drop but they weren't too aggressive. We'd catch 1 or 2 fish then have to move. Was like that until the last drop of the day when the bite got a bit better. Smaller fish today compared to yesterdays also. Most keepers were 31 inches and under including the pool winning 21 pounder. Spoiled after yesteday!! Capt.ron

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/19/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Finally!! After all the NE weather the bass were hungry today. Started out jigging on some bird life but with the end of the tide coming we only caught a few shorts and a couple blues. Went and anchored off the beach for the change of tide, had fish on right away. Action lasted right till it was time to come home. Just about everyone had thier limit and then some with bonus tags. Fish from 24 to 33 inches. Just about all Monday regs today, after paying thier dues for the past couple weeks, today they were rewarded! Feel like a new man, can't wait to get back out tomorrow!! I promised pics, so here they are.... Capt.ron

name: Rob
boat_name: Vessel x
date: 10/15/09
where: Sandy Hook
species: Black Sea Bass
other: Well we were planning on leaving yesterday at 6AM, but i go out to the boat and see that I had forgotten to turn one of the batteries off. Damn. Finally got out at 11 Am headed to the reef. Picked up a black on a nice piece that had no other life on it. Headed to another spot got 15 keeper c bass a few porgies. tried two others- not much going. Then we absolutely crushed big slammer blues in an all out blitz at the rocks. Before going home we stopped to drift eels just after dark and had a keeper and a short and many many strikes.

name: Open Boat
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 10/14/2009
where: Ledge
method: Chunking
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: Up to 42"
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 160 Ft.
water_temp: 65 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran another Open Boat Bluefin trip today with 5 people. The morning NE wind made for a bumpy ride out to the grounds but once again the wind eased and we had perfect conditions. Our first stop only produced a few Bluefish. A 5 mile move got us into some good bait reads and the guy's went 3 for 5 on Bluefin. The largest measuring 42". 2 larger fish were dropped on Butterfly Jigs. Along with the Tuna we had the occasional Bluefish bite. My October 19, 20 & 22nd Open Bluefin trips will be the last for "09". Get in on the action while it lasts. To reserve your spot call 732-323-8700.

name: CAPT RAY BURKE
boat_name: MAD GAFFER II
date: OCT 14 2009
where: OCEAN
method: BAIT
species: Porgy
size: TO 3/12 LBS
bait_used: CLAM
water_depth: 60FT
other: TODAY WAS SOME OF THE BEST BOTTOM FISHING OF THE YEAR.PORGIES UP TO 3 AND 1/2 LBS MOST EVERYBODY HAD THEIR LIMITS OR CLOSE TO IT WE ALSO HAD SEA BASS UP TO 5 LBS BIG MIKE COPPLA AND HIS FRIEND BIG RED BOTH HAD THEIR LIMIT OF PORGIES UP TO 3 LBS EACH ONE ALSO HAD VERY LARGE SEA BASS DAN BROCH WAS HIGH HOOK WITH HIS LIMIT OF PORGIES ALL JUMBOS AND 10 LARGE SEA BASS. WE ALSO HAD SOME VERY LARGE BLACKFISH JOHN KUGEL OF THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF AMERICA ALSO DID WELL WITH PORGIES AND SEA BASS.I HAVE OPENINGS FOR THIS SUNDAY AND NEXT WEEK AFTER THIS WEEKS BLOW WE WILL ALSO TRY CLAMMING FOR STRIPE BASS CALL CAPT RAY AT 732 803 6276 FOR OPEN BOAT OR CHARTER RESERVATIONS AND GET IN ON THIS GREAT FALL FISHING

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 10/14/09
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Striped Bass
size: to 23 lbs
bait_used: eels
other: Had the Drew Mccoy charter out this evening before the weekend storm. Drifting eels produced 4 keeper striped bass to 23 lbs along with a dozen shorts. Looks like the fall bass run is starting and should only get better. Still have available dates in October and November for both stipers and bottom fishing. For more information and reservations, contact Capt Derek at 732-861-3394.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/13/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Been clamming for bass since last wednesday, hopeing things would pick up. Friday we had a shot of fish (all in the AM) including a 21 pounder, Saturday we didn't sail, Sunday and Monday produced just a couple fish. Yesterday, I had Mike Brown and his son out for his birthday, last year on the same day we boated 41 keepers..Mike and his son had 5 of them! The only consulation for him yesteday was, he did get the pool fish. Temp. drop and the NE coming this week should get things a little more active....Been going nuts since the early Fluke closing. The afternoon trips are finished for this season, too say I'm dissapointed with the way that went is an understatement. Like every customer who comes on board or every person who reads these fishing reports, our future is in someone else's hands!! Keep sending those letters, get involved in a organization, do something other than skipping to the next report, waiting for a miracle to happen. 2010 is going to be even tougher with some of the new crap comming down the pipe. Even a personal vent or Blog gets people going and keeps important issues in the public's eye..Thanks! Capt. Ron

name: Jim Paras
e_mail: JParas1@msn.com
boat_name: Double Barrell
date: 10/13/09
where: Inshore Bottom Structure
method: Drift
species: Tautog
size: 6lbs
bait_used: Assorted
water_depth: 20'-70'
water_temp: 61.9
other: Did the annual fall exploratory blackfish trip yesterday and the results were encouraging. Hit 10-15 spots late yesterday afternoon and they all produced fish. Surprising was a mix of very hungry large female and male seabass all of which, thank to the NMFS were released. 1 blackfish was kept for the dinner table. Fish were caught on a variety of structure from mussel beds to ledges and rock in water depths ranging from 20' to 70'.

name: Captain Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer II
date: 10/13/09
where: Ocean
method: Bottom
species: Striped Bass
size: up to 20LBS
bait_used: Eels
water_depth: 25
water_temp: 61
other: 10/10 Gary totash and charter jigged blues and stripers in Sandy Hook Bay netting 4 keepers and many Bluefish up to 15 LBS. 10/11 Gino Amante and charter had a tremendous catch of seabass and porgies. 10/12 John J Grecco and charter had an excellent catch of seabass and porgies. 10/13 Dick Skinder chartered the boat himself and had his limit in striped bass the largest hitting the scales at 20 LBS plus his limit of bluefish up to 17 LBS. The bass were caught on eels and the blues were jigged on 15 lb test with a spinning rod. We have openings for Sunday and next week for charter and individual reservations. Please call Captain Ray Burke at 732-803-6276.

name: Open Boat
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 10/12/2009
where: The Ledge
method: Chunking
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: Up to 46"
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 165 Ft.
water_temp: 68 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran another Open Boat Bluefin trip today and sailed with 5 people. We broke the Inlet at 5AM into a NE wind and made our way out to the Ledge. Once anchored the wind dropped out and it turned into a very nice day. The group had plenty of action with the big Bluefish but in between the Blues they had 8 Tuna bites landing 4. Our under fish was a nice 46" Bluefin. We fought a larger fish for several minutes and lost it due to leader failure as we were only fishing 30lb. test Flouro. It was a good day of fishing with a great group of guy's. We look forward to having them on board again. I will be running my last 3 Open Boat Bluefin trips for "09" on Oct.19, 20 & 22. After that I will be on a full time Striped Bass schedule. If catching a Tuna is your thing get in on these trips. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Bob Milkovitz
e_mail: Captderek@bndhcarterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 10/12/09
where: ocean
method: bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
bait_used: clams/crabs
water_depth: 40-75 ft
other: Had the Bob Milkovitz charter out this morning bottom fishing. Several drops produced a pick of sea bass, poriges and blackfish to 8 lbs. Charter dates still available through October and November for bass and bottom fish trips. Give Capt Derek a call at 732-861-3394 for more information and charter reservations.

name: Lee Cannon
e_mail: lee.rmrservice@yahoo.com
boat_name: Loose Cannons
date: 10 11 2009
where: Ocean - Red Church area
method: At Anchor
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 11 - 18
bait_used: Clam - Greenies
water_depth: 55-60 ft
other: Wife and I went out around 8:30, got on the spot and stayed for 5 hours. Bite stopped, dropped back a few feet and the bite came back. Caught 100 between the two of us, had 27 keepers and brought home two nice Tog, caught 25 of 'em though, fillet and release was so tempting but didn't do it. Can't wait for Nov 16th

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA III
date: 10-11-09
where: MONSTER LEDGE
method: DRIFT/CHUNK/TROLL/JIG
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 0"
bait_used: SARDINES/JIGS/ETC
water_depth: VARIED
water_temp: 63.9
other: LEFT SR INLET AT 0500 HOURS AND ARRIVED AT THE LEDGE TO FIND IT LOOKING LIKE A MALL PARKING LOT ON CHRISTMAS EVE. STAYED AWAY FROM THE CROWD AND CHUNKED AND DRIFTED WITH ZERO ACTION AND ONLY A FEW BAIT MARKS ON THE SCREEN. MOVED TOWARDS THE ARUNDO TO TRY AROUND THERE AND PUT OUT A TROLLING SPREAD WHILE WE LOOKED - NOT EVEN A FALSE ALBERT. GAVE UP AT 1300 HOURS AND HEADED FOR THE BARN WITH THE SKUNK SMELL STILL ON THE BOAT. WATER WAS CLEAN BUT OFF COLORED. VERY LITTLE LIFE, FEW BAIT MARKS, NO PORPOISES, WHALES, 1 TURTLE. GOD BLESS AMERICA AND GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS.

name: Dan Bryant
e_mail: Captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 10/11/09
method: Chunk
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 50 lbs
bait_used: sardines
water_depth: 170 ft
water_temp: 65
other: Has the Dan Bryant charter out this morning in search of blufin tuna. It was a slow day as the charter went 1 for 5 on blufins to 50 lbs along with a few bluefish and false albacore. We still have several dates available through the fall for striped bass, blackfish, as well as inshore bluefin trips. For more information give Capt Derek a call at 732-861-3394.

name: Dave Tranchera
boat_name: Megan Beth
date: 10/10/09
where: Mud Bouy
method: Chum
species: Bluefish
size: 10lbs
bait_used: butterfish
water_depth: 60
water_temp: 64
other: Dave Tranchera and crew were aboard the Megan Beth for there annual inshore Tuna trip. The weather forcast was not on our side ,so we headed up the beach to the rocks and trolled for a couple hours with out a touch. Headed off to the Mud Bouy and we had a steady pick of Blues up to 10 lbs. When the front came through the wind picked up to about 25 knts out of the NW and seas of 4-6 ft we were glad we stayed inshore . By days end we and a full load of Blues.

name: "Open Boat"
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 10/09/2009
where: Inshore Grounds
method: Chunking
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: Up to 45"
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 190 Ft.
water_temp: 68 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran a 5 man Open Boat trip today. We got off at 5AM in a 2"-3" Ocean and once on anchor the wind slowly came on and made the day interesting. The group combined to go 9 for 13 on Bluefin Tuna up to 45". When the Tuna were not biting the Big Bluefish provided the action as well over 40 were caught today. My 10/14 & 10/16 Open Boat trips are filled. I will run Open Boat trips on 10/19, 10/20 & 10/22. If catching a Bluefin is your thing call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: CAPT RAY BURKE
boat_name: MAD GAFFERr
date: 10/9/2009
where: OCEAN
method: BOTTTOM
species: Porgy
size: TO 3/12 LBS
bait_used: CLAM
water_depth: 50 FEET
water_temp: 64
other: FIRST WE WENT PORGY FISHING AND CAUGHT MANY BIG PORGIES SOME OF THE BIGGEST OF THE SEASON. AFTER THAT WE WENT BLACK FISHING AND IN SPITE OF VERY HIGH WINDS FROM THE SOUTH THE BOAT LIMTED OUT ON FISH UP TO 6 LBS 6 MEN 6 FISH WITH MANY KEEPERS THROWN BACK THIS LOOKS GOOD FOR WHEN THE SEASON OPENS UP 732 803 6276 AND MAKE YOUR RESVERTION FOR OPEN BOAT OR CHARTERS

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/9/09
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Finally caught some keeper Stripers today, even though the bite was short lived...84 year old Lou Ciavatti started off the fall fishing with the first bass, a beauty at 22 pounds! Had another 4 keepers and a couple shorts for the 6 customers who showed today...Had a few good readings with fish close to the bottom, still couldn't get them to bite hard. Colder temps will turn things on for sure. All fish were caught on clams, heard of fish also being caught on eels and worms. Capt.ron

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
date: 10/9/09
species: Striped Bass
other: 10/9/09- We had the Karl Kjellberg charter out today for some striped bass fishing. We found fish right away with 6 keeper bass to 32 inches and 2 shorts. We will be running open boat for striped bass this coming weekend. Give me a call for more information. 732-567-3289

name: jay meyer
e_mail: dale4tall@aol.com
boat_name: doris mae
date: 10 8 -9 2009
where: canyon
method: drop
species: Swordfish
size: 9.5 ft
bait_used: squid
water_depth: 145
water_temp: ?
other: we caught some mahi mahis that were skitish but boated them by flatline , then the doris mae ancored in the canyon and we started fish for tuna a couple fo the guys caught them within the next couple of hours a few were yellow and long fins then a bout 10;00 a friend hooked a long fin and was battling it when we started to bring up our lines then i felt the tension on my line , the sword was next to the boat and the crew tried to gaff her but no luck, i told them i am hooked up to her and started to fight her and got her to the back of the boat and the crew got 3 gaffs in the fish and got her in the boat. 3 other swords were caught but 60 70 and 100 lbs and mine a 175 lbs more tuna came in the boat the rest of the trip useing sardines and butter fish check out their site for photos highly recomending the doris mae crew **********

name: Luigi
date: 10/8/2009
where: Sandy Hook
method: Surf
species: Bluefish
size: none
bait_used: Bunker, metal
other: Strong NNW winds in the morning made the bay much too rough to try, so it was over to the ocean side to see if the blues were in. Well, they weren't. A couple of schools of Pnuts came through on the droppng tide in the afternoon, but nothing seemed to be chasing them. I snagged a couple with my Kastmaster and put them on a bait rig, and pulled up a fat 17" fluke and a couple of big searobins.

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 10/6/2009
where: ocean
method: troll/jig
species: Weakfish
size: small
bait_used: metal
water_depth: 15-20'
water_temp: 66
other: We started out troling on the southern lumps south of Barnegat Inlet. The troll produced some monster bluefish but no bass. We moved just outside the bar off Harvey Cedars and had all the small weakfish that one could imagine.We took our limit of fish between 14-18 inches and released dozens more. It was agreat afternoon on the water.

name: Doug Karkosza (Blacfish Doug)
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 10/06/2009
where: Tuna Grounds
method: Chunking
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: Up to 100 Lbs.
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 150 Ft.
water_temp: 68 Degrees
other: After a few days of windy weather Capt. Paul got back out to the Tuna grounds with the Doug Karkosza charter. It was a little snappy in the early AM but the wind settled and it turned out to be a picture perfect day. The 5 man charter battled some of the largest Tuna that we have seen this Fall. They went 8 for 13 on big fish getting their over and under fish. The under fish was a nice 46 1/2" Bluefin which weighed in at 65 Lbs. and the over fish came in at 58" and weighed in at an even 100lbs. The entire charter took turns on the Rod with the big fish and landed it after a 1 Hr. battle. The fish was caught on a circle hook, Sardine bait and a 30 lb. Flouro leader. The fish are here so if you want to get in on some great action I am running Open Boat Bluefin trips on Oct. 12, Oct. 14 & Oct. 16. THE SEABASS SEASON IS CLOSED! Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: Oct. 5, 2009
where: Sandy Hook Bay
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: 14 lbs.
bait_used: Jigs
water_depth: 25 ft
water_temp: 62
other: Dick Skinder caught numerous bluefish up to 14 lbs. He kept his limit and threw the rest back. He also caught and released four striped bass. I have openings for this Thurs. and Fri. as well as next week. For reservations and further information plase call Capt Ray: 732 803-6276

name: Jim Sabo
boat_name: Megan Beth
date: 10/04/09
where: Mud Bouy
method: Chum
species: Bluefish
size: 10lb
bait_used: butterfish
water_depth: 48
water_temp: 65
other: Jim Sabo and crew were aboard the Megan Beth for a day of bluefishing. 3 of the crew wanted no part of the Blues and were looking for False Albacore on light tackle. Pea soup Fog was in and out until the front came through around 1:00 PM. Heading up to the Rocks we read some fish and bait ,jigged with no luck,so off we went to the Mud Bouy. By days end we filled two coolers of blues and boated a 1/2 dozen albacore. Those that tried for Albies broke off about 30 blues as they were fishing with out wire.Great day on the water

name: Ken/Ken Brockel
e_mail: khbrockel@monmouth.com
boat_name: DR. E
date: Oct 4 2009
where: ARUNA WRECK
method: Troll
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 125 Lb
bait_used: cedar plug chain off transom 10 ft
water_depth: 120
water_temp: 67
other: The Ken's had a great day for just 3 hours of fishing close to home for a change. After bagging numerous skippys and albys we got a surprise and boated two mihi 3.5 ft long. The biggest surprise was the three tunas we fought. We got one in the boat, a nice 125 Lb BFT without having to travel 50 miles to the middle grounds. We had good readings from bottom to 50ft. Water was blue and gin clear. Until next trip God bless america and we will be back Tues!

name: John Shipley
boat_name: Saint Jude
date: 10/4/09
where: Bay Head
method: Jig
species: Weakfish
size: smallish
bait_used: Gulp
water_depth: 20-40
water_temp: 65
other: I had friends Brough Gilda and Dr. Brad Bovee on board for a great day of Weakfishing followed by a couple of productive stops on the Axel Carson reef for sea bass (last day of season). I suppose we will hold out hope for the stripers to show up soon. Weather was great... not a drop of spray on the windshield.

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 10/4/2009
where: ocean
method: bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 3lbs
bait_used: clams
water_depth: 65
water_temp: 68
other: Today we fished the on the Garden State Reef (north) and had a good catch of sea bass and trigger fish. The seas were calm and the fishing was very good for most of the day. With the closer of this fishery,porgy and blackfish will be the target species for wreck fishing for the remainder of the season.

name: Canyon Runner
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: October 1-4
where: Toms/Carteret
method: Overngihter
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 30-80
bait_used: Bars, Baits Jigs
water_depth: 600
water_temp: 72-78
other: [B]60� Canyon Runner 10/3-4 � 15 Yellowfin & Sword[/B] Capt. Mark DeCabia and Capt. Phil Dulanie had the 60� Ritchie Howell Canyon Runner out Saturday to Sunday in what turned out to be a rough ride out but a nice night and even better Sunday. Fishing with the John Dale they pushed through some nasty seas from 20-40 miles out but as they got closer to the edge the nicer it got. They set up in the Carteret Canyon just before dark on the anchor and started chunking. Their first fish of the night was on the sword rod and turned out to be a 90 pounder. They then started a nice pick of yellowfin with 3 by 9pm, 6 by mid-night and 15 when the sun came up. The yellowfin came in quick flurries and most of the fish came on hammered diamond jigs and working rods with sardines. Again there was not a lot of squid under the boat the entire evening.
[B]48� Canyon Runner 10/1-2 � 15 Yellowfin[/B] Capt. Phil Dulanie had the 48 Canyon Runner out Thursday to Friday with an open boat charter in what ended up being a small window of weather. They got to the Toms Canyon around 1pm and started trolling and spent the next 5 hours without a touch and without a sign of life. However, as soon as the sun set the yellowfin showed up in force � unfortunately just prior to the sun setting so did the wind. It never laid down all day Thursday and by sun set it was a sustained 20 with higher gusts. Prior to midnight they were taking a few waves into the cockpit and this weather led to a lot more fish lost then usually or they would have been limited out by midnight. By 9:30pm they were 10 for 15 and by midnight 15 for about 30. They did not get any other bites after putting the 15th fish in the boat. Most of the fish were caught on jigs and sardines. They hardly had any bait under the boat the entire night but that did not seem to hurt.
[B]OPEN BOAT TRIPS ON THE 60� RITCHIE HOWELL CANYON RUNNER[/B] Guys � I also wanted to give everyone a heads up that we are going to offer a couple open boat trips on our 60� Ritchie Howell. We normally do not do this but the 48� Canyon Runner is going giant tuna fishing starting October 13 and with a brand new eddy moving into the Hudson Canyon by the end of this week we expect another month of canyon trips going into November. As such we have a few dates left to book and will be doing a few open boat trips. These trips are $950 per spot and that includes the tip.
Dates including: October 14-15 (1 spot) October 21-22 (2 spots) October 27-28 or 28-29 (4 spots)
Please email me at [email]adam@canyonrunner.com[/email] or call me at 732-272-4445 if interested.

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: Captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 10/2/09
where: Sandy Hook Bay
method: bait
species: Striped Bass
size: to 18 lbs
water_temp: 64
other: The Andy Compton charter was aboard this morning for some striped bass fishing. Eeling produced one keeper striper at 18 lbs. The charter then jigged around 50 blues to 10 lbs. We still have dates available in the fall for both striped bass and bottom fishing. Please give Capt Derek a call at 732-861-3394 for more information and reservations about charters.

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
species: Black Sea Bass
other: 10/2/09- Bottom fishing was very good today for the Johnny Lit crew. We had 40 keeper sea bass to five pounds and 2 very nice trigger fish. We will be running open boat trips this coming Friday and Sunday for bottom fishing and striped bass. Give me a call for more info. 732-567-3289

name: Canyon Runner
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: 10/1-2
where: Toms
method: Chunking
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 40
bait_used: Bars, Baits Jigs
water_depth: 600
water_temp: 68
other: Capt. Mark DeCabia took the Paul Pedretti charter out on our 60� Ritchie Howell Thursday/Friday in what ended up being a small window of weather. They got to the Toms Canyon around 1pm and started trolling and spent the next 5 hours without a touch and without a sign of life. It did not bode well for the night bite and we thought we were going to strike out and be looking at the end of the season. We were wrong. As soon as the sun set the yellowfin showed up in force � unfortunately just prior to the sun setting so did the wind. It never laid down all day Thursday and by sun set it was a sustained 20 with higher gusts. Prior to midnight they were taking a few waves into the cockpit and this weather led to a lot more fish lost then usually or they would have been limited out by midnight. By 9:30pm they were 6 for about 15 and by midnight 10 for about 20. They finished up with a flurry in the morning putting another 5 fish in the boat but losing another 10. In total they fought 30+ yellowfin but ended up with only 15 in the boat. These yellowfin are not huge but are indeed a completely new body of fish which is a great sign of things to come. They are all closer to 40 pounds then 35 pounds and there are a few 70-80 pounders in there. Several other boats caught as well.

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 10/1/2009
where: ocean
method: bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 4lbs
bait_used: clams/peanut bunker
water_depth: 50-65
water_temp: 66
other: Today we started out eat of Barnegat Inlet in 65' with good results. The fishing was very good with non stop action as we culled though the smaller fish to put a decent catch in the box. By noon the predicted 10MPH west wind had us moving inshore in a steady 20mph wind. The move worked out as we had plenty of fish on the inshore grounds. At the end of the day we had amixed bag of porgies , sea bass and bluefish in the box.

name: Ken Steiner
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 10/01/2009
where: Mid Range Grounds
method: Chunking
species: Bluefin Tuna
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 150 Ft.
water_temp: 67 Degrees
other: The Ken Steiner charter was on board the Bounty Hunter. Capt. Paul made his way to the AP area set up on good bait reads and got into the Albies, Skipjack and big Bluefish immediately. We had steady action all day but unfortunately no signs of Tuna. Paul will make another attempt at the Bluefin this week and hopefully the fishing will improve. The Bounty Hunter will sail Open Boat trips for Seabass on Oct.12, 14, & 16. If catching Seabass is your favorite thing Call me at 732-323-8700 to reserve a spot.

date: 9/30/09
NOAA announced today the temporary closure of the black sea bass recreational fishery in federal waters north of Cape Hatteras, N.C., for 180 days in response to recent landings data that showed recreational fishermen may catch more than double their annual quota by the end of the year. The closure will commence Monday, October 5, 2009. Landings data and scientific analyses show recreational fishermen have reached their quota and could exceed their 1.14 million pound harvest limit by as much as 84 to 225 percent if the recreational fishery is not closed. An independent body of federal and university scientists recently determined that the black sea bass stock has been rebuilt. However, both the scientists and the Science and Statistical Committee of the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council have cautioned against increasing fishing of this stock for several reasons, including the complex and poorly understood reproductive cycle, and limited information on life span and important habitats for this species. The Council recommends catch limits for black sea bass in federal waters.
name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 9/30/09
where: Ocean
species: Bluefish
other: Very good fishing for Blues and Sea Bass today. Plenty of action right from the start with a couple guys catching a dozen to 15 beautifull keeper Sea bass after their fill of Blues. Jigs and bait both worked well. Water was absolutly clear where you could see the fish 20 ft. down. Had a couple Albies around late in the day, but we didn't hook any. Weather looks good for Friday then crap so far for Saturday!! Going to start clamming a bit more come Monday, got to find a bite somewhere on the bass too keep things going......Capt.ron

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 9/29/09
where: ocean
species: Bluefish
other: Seems 9 customers was the magic number for the few boats that made it out today, including us. Made our way down the beach, did some jigging, chumming and porgie fishing. Not half as nasty as yesterday afternoon when the wind went honking!! The touch more to the West (instead of South) made all the differance in the world. No stripers yet, only heard of a couple caught the past few days, mostly shorts....hang in there the best is yet to come!!!

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 9/28/09
where: Ocean
species: Bluefish
other: Had a handfull of the regs out today for some fun fishing...Caught the blues on bait and jigs. Couple guys bottom fished and had some of the biggest Porgies I have seen in a long time!! All was good till around 12:15 when the wind went to honkin and it got nasty....4 shots at anchoring with gusts to 30 only produced Rocks in the anchor and impossible conditions. Time to go home! Going to start clamming towards the end of the week, looking over all the spots that should start to produce the Stripers. Don't expect too much just yet, but we gotta give it hell, the customers I have just don't want the blues...too bad because they are one of the best fighting fish in the ocean, they get no respect!! Capt.Ron

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 9/26/09
where: Ocean
species: Bluefish
other: Morning started out with good fishing after a bumpy ride out. Had a nice pick for a couple hours on 6 to 10 lb fish, then the bite just died. Ran into the rocks to finish it up with another handfull of fish. Capt. Frank is out tonight and the bite is on once again....starting to get a bit nasty with the outgoing. Sunday looks like crap with a good SE wind and Rain in the forcast. Looks like a couple good days of West to Northwest wind coming, hopefully that will cool things off and get us into the October groove!! Capt.ron

name: Drew Pescatelli
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 09/24/2009
where: Mid Range Grounds
method: Chunking
species: Bluefin Tuna
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 140 to 200 Ft.
water_temp: 68 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul got in one last trip for Bluefin with the Drew Pescatelli charter before the weekend bad weather closed in. It was not a very productive outing as the Bluefins were scarce. We made 4 stops from the Chicken Canyon. to the AP area, the middle spot and the offshore spot where we got 2 bites had a hook pull on the first fish and the leader fail on the second. A short stop on an inshore lump produced 10 to 15 lb. Blues. Overall a slow day. 3 spots are still available for my Oct.9th Open Bluefin trip. Call and reserve your spot. If the Tuna are not back in good numbers I will not sail.

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: Captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 9/24/09
where: ocean
method: bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: to 4 lbs
bait_used: clams
water_depth: 40-75 ft
water_temp: 72
other: Had the Jermey Johnson charter out this morning for some bottom fishing. Several drops produced 60 porgies, a limit of blackfish to 4 lbs and over a dozen sea bass to 4 lbs. We are currently taking reservations for the fall for both bottom fishing and stiped bass trips. For more informations and reservations please give Capt Derek a call at 732-861-3394.

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 9/23/2009
where: ocean
method: bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 4lbs
bait_used: peanut bunker
water_depth: 70
water_temp: 70
other: Wreck fishing today was very good. We fished the wrecks east of Barnegat Inlet and had none stop action all day.A good catch of bigger sea bass was put in the cooler today as well as a mixture of big porgies and a few trigger fish.I will stay with this fishery until the water cools, the sea bass move out and the blackfish start to bite in good numbers.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 9/23/09
species: Bluefish
other: Excellant bait and jig fishing today for the few who showed up to fish. Had fish on as soon as we came back on the anchor and it lasted all day!! When a couple of the guys got tiered they switched to bottom fishing and had some nice Sea Bass and Porgies to top off the buckets....A short bout of light rain for 20 minutes but the rest of the day was perfect. Sailing everyday 7:30am. The afternoon trips are now only on Saturday and Sunday 3:30pm till 9:30pm for Blues. Thanks, Capt. Ron

name: Canyon Runner
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: 9/22-23
where: Hudson
method: Overngihter
species: Big-Eye Tuna
size: 180
bait_used: Bars, Baits Jigs
water_depth: 600
water_temp: 72-78
other: Capt. Mark DeCabia and Capt. John Timken had the Anthony Electric charter out on the 48 Canyon Runner Tuesday to Wednesday and put together another excellent trip. They tried the inshore bluefin grounds which don�t seem to be as automatic as they once were and struck out. They then tried mahi fishing on the pots which seem to have gotten hammered of late by the party boats and others fishing the edge. So they anchored up in the Hudson Canyon on the east wall by the mouth and sent out the night time spread. By 8:30pm they boxed up a 180 pound big-eye and released a small sword and then the action really turned on. The yellowfin started to show and an even dozen were put in the boat with almost all in the 25-30 pound class with one at 50 pounds. They also nailed a big longfin and a few mahi. The night was also interrupted with another sword in the 150# class that they had under the boat for a while but eventually pulled the hook on before getting a chance to throw the Poon. The ran home at first light to do a turn around and due to the fact that the trolling bite is almost none existent on tuna.

name: micah grasso
e_mail: micahgrss@yahoo.com
boat_name: that's right
date: 9-23-09
where: south of hot dog
method: trolling & bailing
species: Wahoo
size: 60
bait_used: ballyhooo & spreader bars
water_depth: 40 fathoms
water_temp: 76
other: went oc maryland for a day trip. there are some huge wahoo's being caught. our day produced a nice mixed bag of fish. started off releaseing a large white est.90lbs catch 3 yft 1 60lbs wahoo 2 other bite offs. catch a mahi on the troll up came the school & out came the spinning rods boxed 30 up to 10lbs. at the fish cleaning table we saw some tremendous wahoo's lots of 40-60lbs fish & 1 97lbs there was a 101 the day before. also farther out 60 to 70 miles the whites were snapping avg. 10 to 12 releases per boat Time to go fishing.

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
date: 9/22/09
species: Porgy
other: 9/22/09- Bottom fishing was very good today with a mixed bag of porgies, sea bass, and blackfish. We had 50 keeper porgies and some very nice sea bass. We are running open boat trips this coming Friday and Sunday. Give me a call for more information. 732-567-3289

name: CAPT RAY BURKE
boat_name: MAF GAFFER II
date: SEPT 19 TO SEPT 22 SEPT
where: OCEAN
method: CHUMMING
species: Bluefish
size: TO 18 LBS
water_depth: 65
water_temp: 68
other: SEPT 19 ERIC RODRIGUEZ CHARTED THE BOAT FOR HIS FATHERS BIRTHDAY THE BOAT WAS CAPTAINED BY CAPT BILL BOARDMAN THE BLUEFISHING WAS EXCELLANT ALL JUMBO SIZE BLUES WERE CAUGHT SEPT 20 CAPT RAY WAS BACK AT THE HELM AFTER BLUEFISHING IN THE MORNING WHICH WAS EXCELLANT THE BOAT MOVED INSHORE WHERE LIGHT TACKLE WAS USED THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE ALL LIMITED OUT ON BIG PORGIES. CARL ZIMMERMAN,BIG MIKE COPPLA,PETE AND EDDIE LARKIN,JOHN KUNGEL AND MARIE LEDEE. ON MON SEPT 21 DICK SKINNER CHARTED THE BOAT FOR CATCH AND RELEASE BLUE FISH HE RELEASED AT LEAST 20 BLUEFISH AND A # OF SEA BASS UP TO 4 LBS ON TUES SEPT 22 BILL HAHN AND HIS FRIENDS CHARTED THE BOAT AND HAD A GOOD CATCH OF PORGIES AND SEA BASS. STARTING SAT SEPT 26 THE THE BOAT WILL BE IN SHARK RIVER AND FISHING FOR BONITO, ALBACORE AND LITTLE TUNNY THE BOAT WILL RETURN TO THE HIGHLANDS IN OCT FOR THE STRIPE BASS SEASON. CALL CAPT BURKE AT 732 803 6276 FOR INFORMATION AND OPEN BOAT OR CHARTER INFORMATION

name: rob
e_mail: rcjones86@gmail.com
boat_name: vessel x
date: 9/21/09
where: Glory Hole, AP, Chicken Canyon
method: Chunk-Troll
species: Skipjack Tuna
water_temp: 65-69.9
other: Ran out to the glory hole, and saw life everywhere. Albies on top, and dolphin playing around. decided to chunk. Nothing. trolled to AP area, set up chunk. 1 skipjack. Trolled to chicken, set up chunk there, nothing. Trolled back to glory hole nothing... Saw 2 fin whales, dolphin, a turtle, and millions of small skipjack/albies on top- but Could not even get them to bite!!! The bluefin were nowhere to be found, a few boats got into them farther to the east (east chicken), but we were not sure we had the range to get there so we stayed put. Overall a frustrating day. Anyone who was out there, can you tell me how you got the albies and skippies to bite? They did not want any part of anything we through at them (Including small and large jigs, bucktails, and butterfish chunks). They appeared to be feasting on tiny fry (1/4 inch or less) that had just hatched out of the sargasso weed.

name: Pat Kester
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharter.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 09/21/2009
where: Mid Range Tuna Grounds
method: Chunking
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: Up to 45"
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 200 ft.
water_temp: 71 Degrees
other: The Pat Kester charter was on board the Bounty Hunter today as Capt. Paul made his way to the mid range Tuna grounds in a flat ocean. It was not the greatest of days for us as we only had 4 Tuna bites and landed 2, the largest a 45" fish. Along with the Tuna there were the usual dozen Albies and a couple of Skipjack. It was a beautiful day at sea with a great bunch of guy's. 3 Spots are still available for the Oct. 9th Open Boat Bluefin trip. I don't know how much longer these fish will be around so don't miss the bite. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 9/21/09
where: Mud Bouy
method: chumming
species: Bluefish
size: to 10 lbs
bait_used: bunker
water_depth: 55 ft
water_temp: 71
other: Had the Lloyd Kass charter out this morning bluefishing. Running out to the mud dump we were able to get the blues to 10 lbs coming quickly as soon as we got the chum in the water. We still have some open dates available in October and November for striped bass, bottom fishing and blackfish. Give Capt Derek a call at 732-861-3394 for more information or charter reservations.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 9/21/09
where: ocean
species: Bluefish
other: Tried some clamming this morning, but that was short lived!!! Didn't have a bite as the water temp is still around 67 degrees. Didn't waste too much time with that and headed offshore. Chumming was good for the first couple hours on Bluefish, along with the jigs. Once we lost the tide that was it. Most of the guys put on bottom rigs and caught Sea Bass, Progies, and Trigger Fish the rest of the day. Couple more shots of Blues after the tide change. Great day on the water for those who came out. Doing what we gotta do for now until the True Fall fishing Starts!!!! Capt.ron

name: Canyon Runner
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: 9/19-21
where: Hudson
method: Overngihter
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 25-70
bait_used: Bars, Baits Jigs
water_depth: 600
water_temp: 72-78
other: [B]60 Canyon Runner 9/20-21 � 10 Yellowfin on Chunk all 25-50 Pounds/White Marlin/Mahi to 25#/Tilefish[/B] Capt. Mark DeBlasio had the Don Wagoner charter out Sunday to Monday and took them back out to the 100-Square. They go there at 5:30pm and set up on the anchor and go the slick going early. It paid off as through the night they chunked 10 yellowfin in the 25 to 50 pound class. The bites came throughout the night and on chunks and jigs � we jigs being the best bet. Up on the troll in the morning they found a nice log and started working it hard. They pulled 20 very large dolphin off the log with the fish in the 15-25 pound class. They later released a white and then dropped down for some tiles. They spent 2 hours on the drift and nailed 15 tiles in the 5-15 pound class.
[B]48 Canyon Runner 9/20-21 � 11 Yellowfin (6 on the Chunk) 25-50 Pounds[/B] Capt. Phil Dulanie and Capt. Mark DeCabia had out the Jason Homiston charter Sunday to Monday and put together a pretty nice catch in the Hudson Canyon. Arriving at the 100-square at 6pm they immediately throw the anchor and started chunking. They started picking at fish on jigs and live squid early in the evening and maintained a fish an hour or so until it died off before morning. They ended up with 6 yellowfin on the chunk with 2 in the 40-70 pound class and 4 in the 25-30 pound class. Up on the troll in the morning they worked the 100-square area and got a nice shot of 5 yellowfin putting all of them in the boat. These fish were slightly better size on average including one close to 80 pounds. The fish came on Canyon Runner spreader bars and weighted green machines. They picked mahis throughout the night but got nothing on the troll.
[B]60 Canyon Runner 9/19-20 � 7 Yellowfin on the Chunk (5 in the 50-70 Pound Class)[/B] Capt. Mark DeBlasio had the Jerry Reed charter out Saturday to Sunday on the 60 Canyon Runner and left the dock around noon in order to let the seas and wind die down. They head right for the tip of the Hudson Canyon and put the lines in around 3:30pm. Thereafter it was nothing but skippies as fast as they can pull them and they though about staying up at the tip for the night bite with all that life but ended up working down the east wall all the way to the 100-square. Around the east elbow they hooked up to a 250# blue marlin that was fought for a short wile before jumping it off. They anchored up at the square and almost immediately had a ton of bait under the boat and started picking nice yellowfin on the chunk. By midnight they had 6 in the boat and then the bite slowed with only one more boated through the night. They ended the night bite going 7 for 10 on yellowfin with 5 of them in the 50-70 pound class. Up on the troll in the morning they missed one tuna and headed home at 9am to do a turn around.
[B]48 Canyon Runner 9/19-20 � 3 Yellowfin/Sword/Mahi[/B] Capt. Phil Dulanie and Capt. John Timken had the Don Kretz charter out Saturday to Sunday and leaving after noon to let the wind and seas die down they ran right to the east elbow of the Husdon Canyon and put the lines in the water. Turns out there was a little bit at the elbow with one boat getting 9 during the day. We ended up trolling 2 yellowfin in there and a couple of mahi. With a good troll bite in that area they decided to spend the night at the elbow and it was not a good call as the bite was at the 100-square. So they picked and ran down the edge getting there at midnight when the bite was slowing up. They ended up picking a yellowfin on the chunk and also a swordfish that was released. Up on the troll in the morning they picked a couple mahi and that was it before having to run home for the turn around.

name: Matthew Shipley
boat_name: Saint Jude
date: 9/20
where: Sea Girt Reef
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 2lbs
bait_used: Clam
water_depth: 60
water_temp: 70
other: My son and I celebrated his 8th birthday with a little trip to the wrecks. It was "drop and lock" from the time we came tight on anchor to the time we left. Not many keepers, but great action for a couple of buddies!

name: Lou Forenzi
boat_name: Megan Beth
date: 9/20/09
where: Mud Bouy
method: Chum
species: Bluefish
size: 3-10
bait_used: butterfish
water_depth: 65
water_temp: 66
other: After being down for over a month with motor issues,it was nice to be out on the water this weekend. Saturday's trip we were heading off to the Bluefin grounds but when we got off 13 miles the crew decided the seas were a little to big, so we reschuled the trip in the next coming weeks. On Sunday Lou and Jo Forenzi were on board for a day of Bluefishing. Heading up the beach we stopped on some bird life and we managed one False Albacore. Stopping at the rocks was slow for us as we read the fish with no takers on Jigs.We headed off to the Mud Bouy and put the chum in the water. First stop was slow putting a 1/2 dozen fish in the box. Making a little move about a 1/4 mile we did very well. With in a few minutes it was non stop action with limit catches of Bluefish from 3-10 lbs. Great to be back on the water

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA III
date: 09/20/09
where: AP AND CHICKEN CANYON
method: TROLL/JIG/CHUNK
species: Skipjack Tuna
bait_used: SARDINES/JIGS/ETC
water_depth: 170-190
water_temp: 64-67
other: LEFT IN THE DARK FOR ANOTHER SHOT AT THE BLUEFINS. ARRIVED TO FIND THE AP LOOKING LIKE A PARKING LOT. WITH TALK OF NOTHING BUT BLUE FISH I KEPT GOING AND STOPPED IN THE CHICKEN. A SMALLER FLEET WAS WORKING THE AREA. WE HAD LIFE WITH SKIPPIES ON TOP, SEA TURTLES ETC - NO FISH. BACK IN TO AP MORE OF THE SAME. HEARD OF A FEW FISH CAUGHT SAW ONE THRESHER CAUGHT (100-150#)lOTS OF LIFE PORPOSES, TURTLES, OCEAN SUNFISH - WATER WAS CLEAN BUT GREEN. GOD BLESS AMERICA AND GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!!

name: Ed
e_mail: Shoreexec@aol.com
boat_name: Nautical Mistress
date: 9/20/2009
where: Princess
method: Chink/Jig
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: Under
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 170ft.
water_temp: 66
other: Had friends Larry, Paul and Jordan aboard. Left Manasquan inlet at 4:00am and the ride out was worth the trip. Once we got out of range of the background shore lights the sky was carpeted with stars. Oh yes, we did fish too. Long hard day at the Princess. Perfect conditions but just one under Bluefin. The bluefish drove us nuts until we moved off about 5 miles and they seemed to disappear. Two other fish 'gummed' the bait but only the one taker. The 'old guys' outlasted Jordan who is less than 1/2 our age...he was sleeping on the way in.

name: Jim Reppert
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 09/19/2009
where: Mud Buoy
method: Chumming
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 14 Lbs.
bait_used: Bunker & Sardines
water_depth: 50 Ft.
water_temp: 71 Degrees
other: The Jim Reppert charter was on board the Bounty Hunter for a day of Bluefishing. We ran up to the Shrewsbury Rocks in a stiff north wind and once there we set up on reads and attempted to jig. Conditions were not the best and we only managed 1 Bluefish on an Ava. Reports from our network boats anchored and chumming were not encouraging so Paul decided to run out to the Mud Buoy. Once anchored we got off to a slow start but the fishing got better as the tide changed. We had 10 to 14 lb. Bluefish in our slick for most of the morning and the charter put together a nice catch of 32 Blues and a half dozen keeper Seabass. My 9/25, 9/30 & 10/2 Open Boat Bluefin trips are filled. I have 5 spots available on my 10/9 Open Boat Bluefin trip. E-mail or call me at 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Capt.. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 9/19/09
where: Ocean
species: Bluefish
other: Very tough to say the least today. Not much current as we caught the last of the incoming and had to wait for the change of tide (which took forever)for anything to happen!! Had a slow pick on some nice Bluefish, no Stripers. Couple caught on bait, couple on jigs, certainly nothing to brag about. No cocktails for 3 weeks (until today's 3 scotch night). Landed 3, would have been keeper fluke on jigs...don't even get me going on that one! Capt. Frank is out tonight with a boat load of customers, had fish on as soon as he came back on the anchor and it's been good fishing since....go figure! All gaff size Blues up to 15 pounds. Weather looks great for Sunday, come on down.

name: Ken O'Connell
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 09/16/2009
where: Off Long Branch
method: Jigging
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 14 Lbs.
bait_used: Ava 47's
water_depth: 50 Ft.
water_temp: 68 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Ken O'Connell charter on board the Bounty Hunter on Wednesday. We cleared the Inlet into a brisk NE wind at 7:30AM and the conditions continued to deteriorate as the morning wore on. By 10AM the brisk wind turned into a snappy wind and we were drifting in a 5 to 6 Ft. sea out of the NE. The charter toughed it out and picked at the Blues landing a dozen up to 14 lbs. along with over 20 Albies. We called it a day at 11AM and headed for home. My 9/25 & 9/30 Open Boat Bluefin trips are now filled. Thank you to all that called. My next Open Bluefin trips are scheduled for Friday 10/2 And Tuesday 10/6. Call me at 732-323-8700 to sign on. Don't miss the bite!

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 9/15/09
where: Bay
method: Drift
species: Striped Bass
size: to 13 lbs
water_depth: 30- 70 ft
other: Ran a crew trip in the evening for striped bass. In a few hours we boated 6 keepers to 13 lbs and a short bass. We are now taking reservations for the fall bass season. The action should only get better as the water cools. For more information please contact Capt Derek at 732-861-3394.

name: Nick, Jack, Ed
e_mail: marykate_three@yahoo.com
boat_name: MARYKATE
date: September 14-15, 2009
where: Hendrickson/Toms Canyons
method: Troll/Chunk
species: Wahoo
size: 45 Lbs.
bait_used: Skirted Ballyhoo/Butterfish/Sardines
water_depth: 500-600 Feet
water_temp: 76
other: We trolled the Hendrickson down to the Toms on Monday and picked up longfin tuna. Anchored up Monday night in the Hendrickson and picked up several mahi but otherwise quiet all night. Trolled early Tuesday morning and picked up several skipjack tuna and as we headed home just outside the Hendrickson, one of the outrigger lines popped and the reel line started to peel off and ultimately we brought the wahoo to the boat; first one of this species for us.

e_mail: KARLHORVATH@YAHOO.COM
boat_name: FISHSTAMPS
date: 9/15/09
where: SHARK RIVER
method: TROLLING
species: Little Tunny
size: ALL SIZES
bait_used: CLARKSPOON/FEATHERS
water_depth: 45FT
water_temp: 68
other: TROLLED AROUND SHARK RIVER INLET AT DAYBREAK.CAUGHT LOTS OF FALSE ALBACORE AND SOME BONITA. LOTS COUNT AT 25 FISH.

name: scott
e_mail: bitter4336@hotmail.com
boat_name: limitedfunds
date: 9/15/09
where: mud grounds
method: chummings
species: Bluefish
size: 14lbs
bait_used: bait and lures
water_depth: 60
other: slow bite couldn't believe it 6 nice blues.fleet looked as bad. still better then workin.

name: Canyon Runner
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: Sept 12-15
where: Hudson
method: Overngihter
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: Rats to 70#
bait_used: Canyon Runner Bars/Ballyhoo
water_depth: 600
water_temp: 72-78
other: The overnight chunk bite in the canyon isn�t hot and heavy but it is not that bad either. In 6 trips we did manage to chunk fishing on all but 1 of them with one night getting 8 yellowfin on the chunk and 4 other nights catching 3-6 tuna each night. We also added 3 swords and a mako and a bunch of mahi so there is clearly enough action now at night to make it interesting. Yes it is a far cry from the old days where we are use to chunking 20+ yellowfin every night but maybe things are starting to improve � you just have to work your tail off every night to get those bites.
[B]48� Canyon Runner 9/14-15 � 8 Yellowfin/Longfin/Bluefin/White Marlin/Lost Blue[/B] Capt. Phil Dulanie, Mark DeCabia and John Timken had the 48� Canyon Runner out Monday to Tuesday and went right to the chunk in the Hudson at the 100-square with the Todd Polumbo charter. They had an eventful night with 5 yellowfin nice yellowfin, a longfin and several mahi on the chunk and released a small mako. 2 of the yellowfin and the longfin were in the 50-70 pound class. Up on the troll in the morning they added 3 more nice 50-70 pound yellowfin. They also had an interesting time with marlin. They immediately released a white marlin in the very early morning hours and then fought a 250 pound blue marlin to within 50 feet of the leader before pulling it off after 30 minutes on the fish. They missed another white later in the day and then had a bigger blue marlin follow a small yellowfin hooked up on a Canyon Runner spreader bar right to the back of the boat and follow us for a minute and a half. They first tried to feed it a pick boat Ilander/bally combo but it would not take it. They then tried to feed it the yellowfin but it only seemed to want to play with it and never jumped on. After that they ran inshore to the Atlantic Princess and added a 46 inch bluefin for 10 nice tuna on ice.
[B]60� Canyon Runner 9/14-15 � 3 Yellowfin/5 Longfin/Tiles/Mahi[/B] The 60� Ritchie was back out Monday/Tuesday on the third turn around in a row and had the Gene Petit charter out to the Hudson Canyon for the night bite. Their evening started slow but ended up with plenty of action at night as they chunked 3 yellwfin and a bunch of mahi. The real excitement came when they got dumped on a Penn International 50VSW with 800 yards on it even after coming of the ball and chasing down the fish. No idea what it was but it was big. Up on the troll in the morning they got covered up by 7 longfin and pulled 5 nice 50+ pound longfin out of the bite. They finish off in the canyon pulling a nice catch of golden tilefish. They then ran the charter inshore to get a bluefin or two only to hear of a slow day of fishing among a ton of boats and did not stay too long in there and came home.
[B]48� Canyon Runner 9/13-14 � 8 Yellowfin on the Chunk Up to 70 Pounds[/B] Capt. Mark DeCabia had the Victor Mata charter out on the 48� Viking and had one of the better night chunking bites thus far this fall season with 8 yellowfin on the chunk. They did not spend any time trolling Sunday afternoon but as soon as they set up they had big yellowfin under the boat. By 9:30pm they had 3 big -60-70 yellowfin in the boat and 2 smaller 30 pounders. During the night they picked at a bunch of mahi and added another small yellowfin. At first light they had the big yellowfin under the boat and put another 2 more in the fish box to finish up with 8 for the evening. Up on the troll in morning they added some more mahi and ran into the bluefin grounds to pick another bluefin for the ground ending up with 9 nice tuna on ice. [B]60� Canyon Runner 9/13-14 � Yellowfin/Bluefin/Mahi/Thresher[/B] Capt. Mark DeBlasio had the John Deno and Rob Tambini charter out Sunday to Monday on the 60� Ritchie and ran right out to the 100-square without stopping on the bluefin grounds. They set-up at the exact stop they had the 3 swords the night before and started chunking. Only this night they did not get their bites. They did chunk 2 smaller yellowfin and a bunch of mahi but that was it. Hearing that the inshore bit picked up they ran into the Chicken Canyon area and set up. They ended up fighting 2 threshers putting one in the boat around 150 pounds and releasing the other and boating a bluefin.
[B]48� Canyon Runner 9/12-13 � Tons of Mahi[/B] The 48 Canyon Runner was back out Saturday/Sunday with the Richard Steer charter. They left the dock early and ran to the bluefin grounds only to find nothing there after 4 hours of fishing. They then ran off to the Hudson Canyon and started pot jumping picking a half a dozen mahi on each pot. After putting about 30 mahis in the boat they started chunking for the night up around the east elbow. Their night was not that productive except to add a bunch more mahis. They charter was happy to have a cooler full of 5-15 mahis and they headed home at sun-up.
[B]60� Canyon Runner 9/12-13 � � Swords/Yellowfin/Longfin[/B] Capt. Mark DeBlasio had the 60� Ritchie Howell out Saturday/Sunday after a long week of east winds sitting at the dock and started inshore looking for bluefins with the Allen Schoen charter. Now were found so they ran off to the Hudson Canyon and put her on the troll around 2pm. They trolled until dark with only a bunch of mahi to show for it but they made up for it at night. Anchored up in the 100-square they quickly had their first sword bite of the night that came un-done but made up for it by catching 3 more throughout the night. They kept two including one around 90 pounds and one close to 150 pounds. They also chunked a big longfin and a 30 pound yellowfin. Up on the troll in the morning for an hour they had one shot of big yellowfin putting a 70 pound fish in the boat and pulling off two more.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 9/15/09
species: Striped Bass
other: Great day on the water today. No rain, no swells, no 30 knot winds.Started out clamming in some of the local spots, with the good outgoing I thought we would find some action, if only a pick. NG, fished a couple spots and caught one short. Headed down the beach, put the boat on a drift and mostly jigged all day. Huge Bluefish with a load of Albacore and a couple Bonito mixed in....Water temp still up there, I'm sure once we get a few good cold fronts come through the bass will turn on. Like I've said in the past...PATIENCE!!! Good things come to those who wait!! Capt.ron

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishing.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: Miss Margie
where: 9/14/2009
method: botttom
species: Sea Bass and Porgies
size: 4lbs
bait_used: clams/squid/
water_depth: 60
water_temp: 69
other: I was back on the wrecks today north of Barnegat Inlet. Fishing was good and the weather , finally was even better.We had avery good catch of sea bass today with a few porgies mixed in. I will stay with this fishery until the water chills and the blackfish bite starts.

name: Werner & Wolfgang Sprie
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 09/14/2009
where: Mid Range Grounds
method: Chunking
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: Up to 60 Lbs.
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 160 Ft.
water_temp: 69 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had Werner & Wolfgang Sprie back on board the Bounty Hunter for the second trip of their back to back charters. We made it back out to the area we fished yesterday and found the Tuna waiting. Today the bite was early and lasted for 2 hours. The brothers went 5 for 10 on fish up to 60 lbs. We lost a good hour of fishing time when a Tuna was foul hooked on the side with a Butterfly jig and ran Paul and Wolgang up one side then around the anchor line and down the other side of the boat 4 times before being landed. We fished a short day and left for home before noon. 3 spots are still available for the 9/25 Open boat Bluefin trip. 5 spots are available for the 9/30 trip. Don't miss the bite! Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Werner & Wolfgang Sprie
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 09/13/2009
where: Mid Range Grounds
method: Chunking
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: Up to 80 lbs.
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 175 Ft.
water_temp: 67 Degrees
other: Finally! after 9 days of non relenting east winds the ocean finally calmed down. With high pressure moving in the seas were calm and the Tuna fishing was excellent. The Sprie brothers battled 18 Bluefin and they had their work cut out for them. We were fishng light leaders and the fish were bigger than we have seen over the past 4 weeks. A few of the fish approached the 80 Lb. mark. At the end of the day we had 18 Bluefin bites, 13 fish were landed, we pulled the hook on 3 and 2 were lost to leader failure. In the mix we had 1 Mahi, 2 Albies and 2 Skipjack. All the fish were released except the Mahi. It was a very busy day indeed. I still have openings for my Sept. 25th and Sept. 30th Open Boat Bluefin trips. If you never tangled with a Bluefin now is the time to do it. Call me at 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Tony
e_mail: achiccarine@fluitron.com
boat_name: Donna
date: 9/13/09
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: troll
species: Bluefish
size: 36 inches
bait_used: Mann 30's
water_depth: 40-45 ft
water_temp: 69F
other: Headed for the Rocks but found fish and Party boats just South. We caught 1 bluefish and lost another at the boat. The fish were near the bottom apparently feeding on sandeels we didn't do well with plugs and it didn't seem as though anyone else did well either. Moved to 17 Fathom for a similar picture and no fish since we couldn't get deep enough. Returned to the Rocks and the fish turned on about 3 PM as the boats were leaving. Caught several large blues and a keeeper Striper and headed home.

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA III
date: 09-13-09
where: SOUTHEAST OF SR INLET
method: TROLL
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 28-38"
bait_used: WTFB ISLANDER/BALLY - GREEN MACHINE DAISY CHAIN
water_depth: 190
water_temp: 66-67
other: After nearly a month at the dock headed out with my buddy Fred for an afternoon shot at the tunas ( On my wife's birthday no less). Arrived a little after 2 at the AP and didn't see much - pushed another 10 or so and saw some fish on top. Had a double header on the troll with 2 unders coming to the boat (1 kept 1 released). Threw a popper at some breaking fish and had an over miss the popper 3 times in a row. The seas were flat and we made the 55 mile run to the inlet in 1 hour 40 minutes. God Bless America and never forget September 11, 2001!!

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 9/12/09
species: Striped Bass
other: Didn't make it out either trip today. Just a half a handfull of customers to go around. Weather looks like it should be good for the next several days, the ocean will lay down and we will be back at it everyday. Last season we started to catch some bass on the clams just around the 15th of the month. Will do the same thing this year, claming, chunking or jigging. Sailing every day now for Stripers and Blues. Just happened to be staying in Chatham Mass this week. The Great Whites were a mile from our place, helicopters flying everday keeping an eye on them. Taked to one of the local fishermen who watched a shark devour a seal, said the shark had to be 2,000 pounds!!!....he was actually shakin up by the verousity of the animal and I guess felt pretty bad for the seal!! Those suckers (seals) are all over the place this time of year and estimated to be around 30,000 animals. Capt.ron

name: Capt. Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
species: Atlantic Bonito
other: Special Inshore Bonito, Albacore and Mudhole Tuna trip this Sun. 9/13 leaving at 5 AM. Reservations only!! Call Capt. Ray for reservations and further info: 732 803-6276.

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
date: 9/10/09
species: Porgy
other: We will be running open boat trips this Sunday September 13 and Monday September 14 for sea bass and porgies. We had huge porgies and some very nice sea bass last time we fished. Give me a call to reserve your spot. 732-567-3289

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcahrterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 9/8/09
where: ocean
method: chumming
species: Bluefish
other: Fisher Price III will be running this coming Sunday 9/13 for bluefish. Bluefishing has been very good with fish to 13 lbs being chummed. We are also now bookign trips for the fall bass fishing as well as bottom fishing. For more information and reservations please give Capt Derek a call at 732-861-3394 or 732-291-7675.

name: jay
e_mail: ltjfishn4life@aol.com
boat_name: hammertime
date: 9/7/09
where: manasquan river
method: lures
species: Weakfish
size: 6.74
bait_used: tsunami-pink
water_depth: 10 ft.
other: with the ocean to rough for my center consol, fished the river today for weakfish, at high tide going to low tide. caught a 6.74 lb. on my ultralite, faught the fish for 15 minutes before netting the monster. also landed 4 other 14-15 inch fish.

name: CAPTAIN TOM KELLY, AND CAPT.BRUNO AND SONNY
e_mail: marty7620@yahoo.com
boat_name: 44' FINTASTIC CHARTERS
date: 9/6/09
where: DIVER WRECK ABOUT 13 MILES OFF THE BEACH
method: BOTTOM FISHING
species: Black Sea Bass
bait_used: CLAMS, SQUID, GREEN CRAB AND SPROS
water_depth: 90 FEET
other: GREAT OVERALL TRIP ON A SMALL WRECK LITTERED WITH SEABASS,BOATED OVER 150 WITH ABOUT A 3 TO 1 KEEPER RATIO....THIS PARTICULAR WRECK PRODUCED NO OTHER SPECIES OTHER THAN SEABASS SO WE LEFT IT AFTER A FEW HOURS AND ANCHORED ON ANOTHER WRECK AS LOADED AS THE FIRST ONE HOWEVER THE KEEPER RATIO WAS MORE LIKE 1 OUT OF 8.....GREAT DAY AND WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK AUGIE AND SWEET LOU FOR A GREAT TRIP......THE FINTASTIC IS COAST GUARD CERTIFIED AND CAN CARRY MORE THAN 6 PASSENGERS...WE ARE LOOKING TO FISH "OPEN BOAT" ON UNCHARTERED DAYS AND ARE LOOKING TO PUT TOGETHER A LIST OF PEOPLE TO CALL FOR TUNA, WRECK FISHING,STRIPERS AND BLACKFISH ..CALL SONNY AT 732 670 1864 FOR OUR NEXT TUNA AND WRECK OPEN BOAT TRIPS...OR JUST GET YOUR NAME AND NUMBER ON THE LIST AND ILL CALL YOU....BITES ON!....THANKS SONNY

name: Joe Gere
e_mail: jgere@traxsion.com
boat_name: Hidden Treasure
date: Sept 6 2009
where: AC Reef
method: trolling
species: Little Tunny
size: up to 10 lbs
bait_used: spoons
water_depth: 70'
water_temp: 74
other: Went to AC Reef today with the kids, fished till about 11:00 until the wind really started whipping. Caught as many False Albies as you could handle. From one end of the reef to the other it was constant fish on both spoons and feathers fished deep - doubles and triples- no disappointments!

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
species: Porgy
other: 9/5/09- We had very good fishing today for the Clayman family. We started out bluefishing and had plenty of action and really nice sized fish. We switched over to bottom fishing and had huge porgies and a couple nice sea bass. We will be running open boat trips this weekend for sea bass and porgies. Give me a call to reserve your spot. 732-567-3289

name: team jsc
e_mail: markoutdoors@hotmail.com
date: Sept 5, 2009
where: Lillian and M Ledge
method: jigging
species: Thresher Shark
bait_used: jig
water_depth: 160
water_temp: 74
other: Went in search of Blue and Yellowfins;thought we would repeat last weeks trip and found little life where we left the fish a few days ago. Moved around, jigged like crazy and BAM I get a hit. Fish didn't fight like a tuna; one screaming run that nearly spooled my Torque then we gained on him. Turned out to be a thresher that slapped my jig and hooked itself. I reeled the fish in backwards. It was 84". Couldn't believe it - thought it was a ray. Put a few mahi in the box and left without any tuna. Ck out Team JSC Glory Hole Bluefins on Youtube and other vids.

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 9/4/2009
where: Barnegat Light Reef
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 4lbs
bait_used: peanut bunker/killie
water_depth: 50
water_temp: 75
other: The last day of fluke fishing for the season worked out well for us.Deciding to go with the predicted forcast was in question before we left the dock but we went anyway and caught some nice fluke. The seas calmed down by late in the afternoon making for a more comfortable drift and at the end of the day it was worth it.

name: Wolfie
boat_name: Coitus Interruptus
date: 9-4-09
where: Amrose Channel
method: bottom
species: Fluke
size: shorts and 1 keeper, 20"
bait_used: squid/Peruvian Spering, dogfish strip, bunker
water_depth: varied 15' to 80'
water_temp: 72
other: Fished 11A and 11 cans... Started deep and drifted shallow. 10 fluke landed between the two of us. One Keeper, 20". Was pretty good considering tonight is the full moon. All in all, a fair fluke season! June was a wash out and the season ended too early! What happened to the days of 13" minimum length and NO CLOSED SEASON? Keep voting liberal and watch what will continue to happen! These soft money groups consisting of commercial fishermen are ruining it for casual/weekend hardcore anglers! To throw back 17 inch fluke is stomach turning!

name: "Open Boat" Bluefin
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 09/03/2009
where: Mid Range Grounds
method: Chunking
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: Up to 44"
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 150 to 195 Ft.
water_temp: 75 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul sailed an Open Boat Bluefin trip with 6 people on board. There was a slight breeze out of the east at 3AM but it intensified as we got out to 40 miles. When we started fishing it was a little more than brisk. We fished 3 areas today and had plenty of life at each area. Today's problem was that the Albies and Skipjack have moved into the Tuna spots in great numbers and are on the baits immediately. The group fished thru the Albies and finished the day going 2 for 6 on Bluefin. Our under fish measured 45" and we broke off our over fish at boatside. We probably had in the area of 50-60 Skipjack and Albies and landed and released 2 Brown Sharks. My next Open Boat Tuna trip is on 9/9. Don't miss out on the bite. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 09/02/2009
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Chumming
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 14 lbs.
bait_used: Sardines & Bunker
water_depth: 45 Ft.
water_temp: 75 Degrees
other: The George Mathes charter joined Capt. Paul for a day of Bluefishing. As it turned out the weather forecast was wrong again and it was a picture perfect day with a calm ocean. Once anchored on the reads the Blues were eager to bite and they bit for the entire morning. George and his crew filled the fish box with Blues up to 14 lbs. and went on to put together one of the better catches of the season. My 9/3 Bluefin Tuna trip is filled. My next Open Boat Tuna sailing is on 9/9. Don't miss out on the great action now taking place offshore. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 9/02/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Ran out to the ocean today to catch the change of tide. Knew it would be a short window for the fish to bite before the current ran too hard....Caught it just right!!! Very good action on the shorts with keepers coming in till around 11:00am. Just as we hit one knot in the drift, Scott Ure, Kearny N.J. hooked into a beauty...11.2 pounds to take the lead in our big pool!! Ran offshore to fish some rough bottom and get away from the current. Ended the day with a good catch of Sea Bass up to 4 pounds and nice catch of keeper Fluke.

name: vice and brian
e_mail: vice1965@yahoo.com
boat_name: HELEN-C
date: 8-31-2009
where: sandy hook channel
method: drifting
species: Fluke
size: 18-19
bait_used: sand eels
water_depth: 40-65 feet
water_temp: 73
other: drifted the channel this morning,with the first fish in the boat a nice 19+ by brian,with only 3 short fish after that.back in the bay,everybody was drifting the ambrose.tried that,no fish.back out to the SH channel again found steady action.21 fish,3 keepers.not the best fishing to end the season,but still a nice day on the water,its just a damn shame that the season has to end so early.captain ron summed it up best last week.now we can all just sit around and wait for the bass to show.

name: capt blackie
boat_name: misty blue
date: 8-31
where: sea grt reef
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 11.7 lbs
bait_used: strips and snappers
water_depth: 60 plus
water_temp: 74
other: started off at the sea girt reef a little bumoy but made for a nice drift fishing was outstanding not only did we limited out for the boat wich was 24 keepers to 11.7 lbs but we were throwing back 18.5 and 20 inch fish like they were shorts the bites on guys they are definetly on the feed also had a freind out at the axle same results lots of big fish also

name: Rich Copeman
e_mail: cap.copeman@verizon.net
boat_name: Tricia
date: 8-31-09
where: 2-3miles off spring lake along beach outsode inlet, and inside inlet
method: drifting
species: Fluke
size: 8 " to 20"
bait_used: killies and squid
water_depth: 20 60 ft
water_temp: 70"
other: Caught probably 40 fluke of all sizes, only one keeper and that was with 4 fishing. A lot of sea robbins no skates, one dog fish, Lokks like a blowout for the rest of the week unless u have a 40 footer

name: suicide bob
boat_name: the knife
date: 8-30-31
where: off red church
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 10.5 lbs
bait_used: squid spearing
water_depth: 40 55
water_temp: 74
other: lots of fish the last two days saw plenty of fish coming over the rail had a limit for the first party in under three hours of fishing today we had to work a little fast drift but it paid off still a limit of big flatties 64 keepers two days fishing not bad huh boys

name: Greg
e_mail: pvs676@yahoo.com
boat_name: Storm Front
date: 8-30-09
where: Manasquan River & Ridge
method: Troll & Jig
species: Little Tunny
bait_used: Feathers
water_depth: 70
water_temp: 78
other: Went out in the afternoon for a troll. Nice steady pick of False Albacore. Pink/White and Purple/Black feathers were the ticket. When we came in and fueled at Hoffmans, saw several big swirls. Started throwing jigs with the guys and the dock and to our surprise, schoolie stripers. Had a nice blitz for about a half hour.

name: John Shipley
e_mail: jshipley@summit.k12.nj.us
boat_name: Saint Jude
date: 8/30/09
where: 40 miles outside of Manasquan
method: Troll / chunk
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: #50
bait_used: sardines
water_depth: 155
water_temp: 76
other: Found the birds working an area south of the Glory hole, caught many falsies on the troll, decided to pull the lures and throw some meat and were well rewarded for our efforts. went 4 for 5 on the nice 50 pounders and lost our over fish at the boat. Released all but our one limit fish. Got a 20 pound Mahi as our bonus fish. Joe Frasco and Joe Miele were the crew I had today. (what a difference a little experience in the cockpit makes!) The swells from "Danny" were lumpy on the way out but the ride home was smooth as can be. I took notice that the forecasters got the weather just right...

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/30/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Fished the ocean all day today. Thought at first we wouldn't have a bite with the left over swell from the last storm. Had very good action up until the end of the tide. Several nice keepers including Tom Krako's pool winning 6 pounder. Fished Ambrose at slack, very good action but mostly shorts on that side. Came back to our side to finish out the day. Eric was high hook with 4 keepers and a couple guys had 3. Very nice day on the water!! Capt.ron

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/28/09
where: Ocean/Bay
species: Fluke
other: Didn't post yesterday as I rolled my crueller off with the North East wind and incoming tide, plus there wasn't too much to talk about. Fished the ocean only because the fish are starting to move OUT, they ain't movin IN! Bottom life fell apart and the fluke fishing was just a pick. We did manage a nice pool fish when Dave Fritz landed a 6.4 pound beauty (the highlight of the day). Fished the ocean again this morning, was hopeing the last of the outgoing wouldn't be too strong and we could fish the channels...WRONG! Would have took one hell of a beating had we stopped. Ran down the beach again, a few short fish, couple Sea Bass and the Pool fish at 8.7 pounds! Ended the day in the bay with another 7.4 pound fish, but the action wasn't worth a crap!! Wind blew all day, the sun we were supposed to have until the afternoon must have shown on MARS cause we didn't see it here. Cancelled tomorrows Charter as the customers are in a panick about the weather, you know exactly what's going to happen.....Watch for tomorrows Vent!!!!! Capt.Ron

name: Pat Vannest
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/27/2009
where: Mud Buoy
method: Chumming
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 12 lbs.
bait_used: Bunker & Sardines
water_depth: 65 Ft.
water_temp: 78 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had ex Jersey girl Pat Vannest on board the Bounty Hunter. Joining Pat was her husband Rick and her son Brett. Pat was up from her home in Dallas,TX for a brief vacation and wanted to get in on some good old Jersey Bluefishing. Capt. Paul anchored on the solid reads at the Mud Buoy and the 3 had all the Bluefish action they could handle. At 1PM everyone had enough and we called it a day. We finished up with just under 100 Blues up to 12 lbs. All the fish were released. 2 Spots are still available for my Sept. 3rd Open Boat Bluefin trip to the 50 mile grounds.. Don't miss out on some great fishing. Call me at 732-323-8700 to sign on or get more info.

name: paul
e_mail: diamondgrl
boat_name: Maria B
date: 8/27
where: mud hole
method: jig
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 25lbs
bait_used: sardines,jigs
water_depth: 150 ft
water_temp: 80
other: Team JSC headed out to the mud hole to find some tuna, trolled around for few hrs caught one false albie saw some life alot of birds started jigging caught more albies ,skipjaacks,cow nosed rays, and one yellowfin tuna a great day on the water.

name: dan boylan
e_mail: danboylan1951@yahoo.com
boat_name: Dauntless
date: 8/27/09
where: ocean
method: bait
species: Porgy
size: 11"
bait_used: clams
water_depth: 45
other: porgy fishing was lite, not much of a bite but some good size fish came over the rail along with some nice sea bass.A move off shore and some very good ling action put some big fish in the box.Great boat,great captian and crew

name: Joe Kraus Jr
boat_name: Double Trouble
date: 8/27/09
method: Chunk and Troll
species: Dolphin
size: 39 inch and 46 inch
bait_used: Sardines and Black and Purple feather
water_depth: 60 to 80
water_temp: 79 to 80
other: Tried to bait up a shark feeding on the top with a light spinner. Reel took off thought we had the shark but a Mahi put on an aerial show for Jr on the spinner. Up on the troll landed a 46 inch Mahi on some light gear he finessed them both for some time and brought both to the gaff.

name: Capt. ray burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 8/26/09
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
size: 15 lbs
bait_used: bunker
water_depth: 25 ft
water_temp: 70
other: After having a week of very good bottom fishing and bluefishing, concluding on Mon. with the return of Dick Skinder who whipped several dozen bluefish into submission on light tackle after recovering from some minor surgery. Tonight Frank Calozzo and charter had excellent bluefishing with jumbo blues, several dozen giant sea bass and a pleasant surprise of five stripers up to 15 lbs. I have openings for next week and throughout September for both open and charter trips.Please call Capt Ray: 732 803-6276

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/26/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Much better fishing today and we didn't have to run all over the ocean to find them!! Fished the nasty bottom, lost some rigs but it was worth it with some nice catches of Sea bass and Fluke. High hook had 3 Fluke, pool fish went 4 1/2 pounds. Nice all day fishing. Now we have to deal with the next supposed storm that's coming....just can't get a break!!!!!!! Capt.ron

name: Peter Germinario
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/25/2009
where: Mantoloking to Long Branch
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: All Shorts
bait_used: Squid, Sand Eels, Spearing
water_depth: 45 to 75 ft.
water_temp: 79 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Peter Germinario family on the Bounty Hunter for a Fluke Charter. Dismal is the only word that describes the fishing. The aftermath of Hurricane Bill completely destroyed the Fluke fishing. Drifted Hills and Lumps from Mantoloking up to Long Branch with 2 Shorts and a bunch of Skates to show for our effort. Thank God for Seabass. At least the charter went home with a bag of fillets. My next Open Boat Bluefin Tuna trip to the offshore Tuna grounds is Thursday Sept. 3rd. Call 732-323-8700 to sign up or get more info.

name: Capt, Lou
e_mail: osprey302AOL,COM
boat_name: Rosalie
date: 8/25/09
where: South of Manasquan Inlet
method: Drift/trolling
species: Fluke
size: 19"
bait_used: Squid Smelt
water_depth: 32ft
water_temp: 75
other: Went to Walsh'house cought 1 keeper right away thought this isthe day. Wrong that was the only fluke guys on the radio fishing north were screaming NO FLUKE anywhere. Tried the Lobster Ledge saw a few sharks, nothing on the bottom. Started for home when we ran into blues on the surface. We got a few casting ava27, got some draging a strech25 and a surface plug on light poles and Ralph and Louie Ferrara got tired after 8 12 pounders. This Sept 4th end of fluke season is bullshit. What is the limit on the 4 trollers that went out monday night and were still out there halling nets till 9am tuesday morning? Money talks.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/25/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Started out this morning offshore on some hard bottom, thought maybe the roll had laid down enough to get the bite going. Going out the channel I thought, conditions will be perfect, no heave, a good drift, today�s the day! Got to Scotland and out of no-where comes the left over heave from that Bastard Bill!!! Caught a couple Fluke and a few Sea Bass, not the bite I anticipated. Ran to the Mud Buoy and some more sticky stuff� a keeper right away, couple sea bass then a stroke! Decided to check out the great bottom from 70 to 40 ft. at the Rocks. Once again, not enough life to stay there. Fished around some wrecks and snags power drifting, caught fish, not enough and lost too many rigs. Last shot effort at the change of tide, a few prayers and some lit candles finally found a bite!! Plenty of keeper Sea Bass, some keeper Fluke, a bunch of short Fluke for action and a half assed reward for paying my dues!! Vinny,�Vintastic� had 3 nice keeper Fluke and a half dozen keeper Sea Bass for High hook. Pool fish went 4 pounds. Couldn�t take hanging in the bay and working the channels for another day, had to search for something better, even if it was wrong�..Think I made the right choice today though. Capt.Ron

name: Ken Steiner
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/24/2009
where: Mid Range Grounds
method: Chunking
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: Up to 50"
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 150 Ft.
water_temp: 80 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul cleared the Inlet at 3:30AM and headed out to the mid range Tuna grounds. A 4 to 6 ft. SE swell lasted until 10AM then spread out and made for a comfortable day of drifting. We read tons of bait but had no takers for the first 2 hours. After a few short moves we got into the Tuna and had them around the boat for the rest of the day. Ken Steiner landed his first Bluefin ever and it measured in at 50" in length. Our under fish came in at 46". At days end we had gone 7 for 10 on big Tuna and got a Hammerhead and Dusky shark up to boatside where they both were released. Between the Tuna and Shark bites we had all the Albies and Skipjack action that you would want. It was a great day with a great group of Bounty Hunter supporters.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/24/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Fished the ocean all day...Still a good swell which surely had the bottom pretty well churned up. Had a handfull of nice size keepers including Dr. Keiths 5 3/4 pound pool fish. Few nice Sea Bass, but certainly not enough action. Covered several area's only to find the same thing no matter where we went. Weather looks good for the next few days, I'm sure the bite will turn back on, there ain't much time left!!!! Bluefishing was excellant again last night, fish on as soon as the boat came back on the anchor. Had a bass in the mix also. Still sailing Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons 3:30pm till 9:30p.m.. CHARTERED this SATURDAY morning...the last one! Capt.ron

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/21/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: The 2009 season is quickly coming to an end, just when the bigger fish are starting too bite. We have lost over 40 prime days of Fluke fishing in the past few years. Do you think that's chump change? No, who the hell is going to make a living trying to catch Magic Weakfish that hopefully will appear in force? Who's going to make a living trying to catch Porgies (which are excellant fighting fish on light tackle and great eating) and Pin Sea Bass? Answer: NO-ONE! Boats are going to be tied to the dock while a viable fishery still excists. Labor day weekend I suggested all the boats in Atlantic Highlands go against the grain, keep the Fluke signs up, call the TV people, The news people and any other News hungry folks out there and let them know this is our protest against what's going on. Lock me up, pay the fine, it's my right to protest the BS going on! Let the politicians know how serious a situation we are in. Yet, we sit back and take it without a word of Anger (except amongst ourself's.) Has any one in this business even attempted to get an extension of the season due to the hard economic times, the loss of business due to weather? NO. Hell, I can't even get any of the guys to man a both at the SSFFF during the winter. Point is: In strength, we have numbers and power, hidding your head in the sand and being complacent gets you nothing. Today we have to fight for what we beleave. Just a total shame that no-one beleaves or has any fight left!!!! Excuse me if I have offended any self rightous law abidding citizens here, but the guys who threw the Tea in the harbor had no problem with you, and it certainly made a differance! Just sad nobody has any balls left. With that goes our pride, or heritage, without so much as a fight......they win. Spell check didn't work, sorry for that!!!! Capt.Ron

name: Open Boat
e_mail: Captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/20/2009
where: Long Branch
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: Up to 22"
bait_used: Squid, Sand Eels
water_depth: 30 to 60 Ft.
water_temp: 76 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran another Open Boat Fluke trip today with 5 people. We ran up to the north and made stops on several areas of rough bottom. However it was not our day. The north current and a south wind brought our drifts to a standstill and all we could manage was several short Fluke along with 1 keeper. Overall it was not good for us today. The Tuesday Aug. 25th Fluke trip is booked. Spots still are available for the Open Boat Bluefin trip on the 26th. Call 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Canyon Runner
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: August 15-20
where: Canyons & Princess
method: Overngihter
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 70pounds
bait_used: Bars, Baits Jigs
water_depth: 600
water_temp: 78
other: [B]48 Canyon Runner 8/20- 40+ Bluefin Then Lost Count[/B] Capt. Mark DeBlasio had the Dave Miguel charter out Thursday for another day of bluefin fishing at its best. Setting up at 5am about 45 miles southeast of Manasquan in the Princess area they had a slow pick going in the morning get 6 bluefins by 8am. They put it on the troll to find a bigger school of fish and picked a couple more when they trolled over the motherload. They put the boat in neutral started throwing chunking and had doubles and triples all day long. They lost count after releasing over 40 bluefin. Most of these fish are 40-60 pounds and again for another day they put an over in the boat at 54". This is the best bluefin fishing we've seen in years and the fish seem to now be up and down the Mudhole as inshore as 20 miles and out to 50 miles. Everyone should make an effort to get out there. I doubt the swells from Bill will effect this but let's all keep our fingers crosed!
[B]48 Canyon Runner 8/19 - 20 for 30 on Bluefin � Big Brothers Big Sisters Donation[/B] With the inshore bluefin fishing such a slam dunk every time we try it out we decided to spend all day Wednesday with the Ashley Labo group. This trip was donated by Canyon Runner Sport Fishing to the Big Brothers and Big Sister Organization of Monmouth County. Ashley was the winner of the silent auction. We are happy supporters of this organization and so too is Ashley. I guess our good deed was paid off as as soon as we had lines in the water at 5am we had fish on. There were a few misses to begin the trip but by 8am they had 8 fish to their credit and then things slowed up. These first few fish were caught on jigs and sardines on the drift at in the Princess area. We then went on the troll around 10am and starting picking 4 or 5 on the troll. Once we located a big concentration of fish it was back on the drift and jigging and chunking and sardines added the rest. In total with finished with 20 bluefin to our credit with and over of 54" and and under and 18 released. By the way - most of the fish were caught on jigs - jigs regular gold old hammered diamond jigs!
[B]48 Canyon Runner 8/17-18 - 4 Bluefin/3 Yellowfin/White Marlin[/B] Capt. Mark DeBlasio took an open boat charter out to the Hudson Canyon on Monday but first stopped on the inshore grounds around the Princess and in 10 minutes pulled two nice bluefin on the chunk on the drift with one coming on a sardine and another on a jig. They also lost two. They picked up at 4pm and ran out to the west elbow of the Hudson and put the lines in and before the last rod was out had a white marlin in the spread. They didn't get the white but instead had 3 yellowfin in the 25 pound class jump on - they got them all. They continued to troll down to the southwest corner of the Hudson as a friend had a good bite on swords there the night before. We were not so lucky as nothing happened at night. Up on the troll in the morning nothing also happened again! So they picked up and ran back to those inshore numbers and again within 10 minutes had two bluefin and lost two fishing the same tactics.
[B]60 & 48 8/14-15 � Big Yellowfin Saw 15 Marlin[/B] On Saturday August 15 both the 60 & 48 Canyon Runner had one of their best trips of the season. The night bite on Friday was slow but the tuna came up in the morning and so too did the marlin. The Glenn Hofferber charter was on the 60 and the Mike Meheghey charter was on the 48. The 60 released a blue and a white and saw 5 other whites in the pattern. The 48 release one white and saw 7 others. But the best was the big yellowfin caught on the troll. The best bite was at the 43020 area in 100fathoms but they also caught some 30" fish at the 100-square. In total the two boats caught 8 big yellowfin in the 60-90 pound class and 15 smaller 30" yellowfin.

name: Ray Maronpot
e_mail: ray@littlerayspools.com
boat_name: poolwinner
date: 8/19/09
where: ocean
method: drift & jig
species: Fluke
size: shorts
bait_used: squid, clams and jigs
water_depth: 35-65
water_temp: upper 70's
other: Put in at Leonardo and ran out the SH channel to the 7 can. Nothing there, then ran to Scotland and jigged some small stuff around the buoy. Moved off to the mud buoy and drifted a bit for some sea bass and fluke, all shorts but steady action. We finished the day drifting down at the rocks for sea bass and fluke, again all shorts but steady action on squid, clams and spearing. The big blues crashed the party at the end of the afternoon and we caught all we could until we had enough, all were cleanly released. Not another boat around so it was a blast. Great day on the water. Tight lines.

name: Hal Hall
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/19/2009
where: Mid Range Grounds
method: Chunking
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: Up to 46"
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 175 Ft.
water_temp: 78 Degrees
other: The Hal Hall charter wanted to catch a few Bluefin Tuna. Capt. Paul obliged by running out to the mid range grounds and setting up on some bait readings. The early morning bite got off to a slow start and only lasted a couple of hours but it was sufficient time for the guys to tangle with 8 Bluefin and land 4. We kept a 46" fish and releasd the rest. No over 47" fish were hooked. I am running an Open Boat Tuna trip on Aug. 26th. Call for details. I also have Open Boat trips scheduled for Aug. 25th and 27th. Call 732-323-8700 for information.

name: Ed
e_mail: Shoreexec@aol.com
boat_name: Nautical Mistress
date: August 19
where: Axel Carlson
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: Too 24 inches
bait_used: squid, smelts, gulp
water_depth: 72 ft. +/-
water_temp: 70s
other: Had friends Paul and Larry aboard today along with Larry's grandson Michael. Went south to about Lavellette from Manasquan and had a long four hour drift north almost to the inlet. It was a pick of shorts and a couple of keepers but Michael was 'The Man' today landing a 24" Fluke with his brand new birthday fishing rod. Great day on the water.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/19/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Decided to go searching for some bigger fish today after yesterdays tough fishing in the bay, glad we did.....Caught the change of tide bite perfect, had one drift with 8 keepers from 4 to 8 pounds. Pool lead changed hands 4 times as it went from 5 1/2 to 6.5 then 8.4 with the winner being Normans fish at 9.2 pounds after his 7 3/4!!! Pool fish was thick as hell! Scott Uribe had his limit with 3 fish over 5 lbs. Once again John Forelich just missed his limit but had 5 great fish, first one landed weighted 5 3/4 then a 7 topped off by an 8.4 pounder. Big babies are out there, you just gotta find em! Capt.ron

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA III
date: 08/18/2009
where: TOMS CANYON
method: TROLL
species: Blue Marlin
size: EST. 600-700#
bait_used: ISLANDER/BALLY
water_depth: 1000
water_temp: 77
other: Headed out to the Toms Canyon with Danny, Kirk, Dougie, and Jay-found cobalt blue 76-77 degree water. As soon as we reached the edge we had a triple header of small keeper yellowfin on. Went 2 for 3 on the tuna then all was quite until 1200 when we had another trio of quick bites that we believe were mahi but they didn't find the hook. Worked up to the Hendrickson Canyon fishing in depths of 3000 feet before heading back towards the flats. We were working a weedline in 1000 feet and cut through the weedline to start heading for home when the "man in the blue suit" showed up and ate a close ballyhoo/islander bait.The fish was hooked on a 50 wide stand up outfit and nearly dumped the reel before we got the lines cleared. Took approximately 60 minutes to get him to the leader with several jumps on his part. We leadered him several more times but he was still too green to grab him by the bill for a photo. The decision was made to break the fish off to minimize the stress to all involved. Estimated weight at 600-700 pounds. God Bless America and God Bless Our Troops.

name: Capt. Lou
e_mail: Osprey30@aol
boat_name: Rosalie
date: 8/18/09
where: Ocean
method: drifting
species: Fluke
size: 19 to22 inches
bait_used: fluke bellies
water_depth: 25 to 34 ft
water_temp: 78
other: went south of Manasquan Inlet with Ralph and did nothihg untill the tide changed. 3 to 4 fluke per drift, 1 keeper per drift wind started out of the south west and swung to south then south east. took 8 keepers to 22 inches not bad.Nice breeze good day.

name: Open Boat
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 8/18/2009
where: Mid Range Grounds
method: Chunking
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: Up to 46"
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 150 Ft.
water_temp: 76 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had another Open Boat trip today. The 6 anglers on board were treated to perfect weather and a day of great Bluefin Tuna fishing. We had our first fish shortly after stopping and the bite continued for the next 3 hours. We put our first 44" fish in the box and although we never caught the over 47" second fish w had plenty of action with fish measuring 42" to 46". We finished the day landing 11 fish out of 13 bites. You could not have asked for a better day. We enjoyed fishing with a great group and look forward to seeing them on the Bounty Hunter again. I will be sailing Open Boat for Bluefins on Wednesday Aug 26th. And Open Boat Fluke/Seabass on Aug. 25th and Aug 27th. Don't miss the fun. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
species: Black Sea Bass
other: 8/17/09- We had Mike Soehnlein and the crew out today for some sea bass fishing. We had the same action as the last few days putting 39 keepers in the box. We did have some bigger fish though today weighing up to 7 pounds! We still have spots still open for Friday and Saturdays open boat sea bass/ fluke trips so don�t miss out on this red hot fishing. Give me a call to get in on the action. 732-567-3289

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/17/09
where: Bay
species: Fluke
other: Good action pretty much all day today. Lucked out and stayed closer to home with the right conditions for drifting. Another nice 6 pound pool fish caught by Richard Steinbach who is on vacation from Wisconsin. Rich also had 5 keepers. Couple guys had 4 fish, some 3 and some none (keepers). Stayed just about all day on the Reach workin every part of the channel. Another hot one as the Sun got higher, the heat turned up!!! Chartered Thursday and Friday morning this week....Capt.ron

name: Joey Weeast
boat_name: O'Beth II
date: 8/16/09
where: OC Reef
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: 11lb 7 oz
bait_used: Squid / Minnow
water_depth: 60'
water_temp: 78

name: Jim Paras
e_mail: JParas1@msn.com
boat_name: Double Barrel
date: 8/16/09
where: 20nm off beach
method: Drift
species: Cod
size: to 30"
bait_used: Clam
water_depth: 130-180
other: Decided to head off shore and do some bottom fishing Sunday and wasn't disappointed. Managed to boat 12 Cod, 14 ling and 6 Seabass drifting a wreck. A nice 6-7' hammerhead was circling the boat for about 15 minutes and on the way out, a very dead and bloated leatherback I passed had a school of about 30 rays swimming underneath it.

name: Greg
e_mail: pvs676@yahoo.com
boat_name: Storm Front
date: 8/16/09
where: Off mantoloking
method: Chunk
species: Dusky Shark
size: up to 65lbs
bait_used: Bunker & Mackeral
water_depth: 15-20
water_temp: 79
other: Left the dock at midnight. Set up shop off the pipe. Within a few minutes we caught a regular old sand shark. A few minutes later the line went screaming off, after a bout 10 minutes we had a 65lb Dusky shark to the side of the boat. After that a steady pick of 20-30lb sandbar sharks. Tide switched and baits attracted skates. As the water started to move again, we had a run off that bit off. Swallowed the bait, 10/0 hook, 7 feet of leader and some line. Would of liked to seen what that was. Light tackle sharking in shallow water, awesome idea. Weather was perfect!

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/16/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Didn't find the life in the bay or the channels today, only had a hadfull of fish to start. Decided to take a ride down the beach and fish some rough bottom. Glad we did as Dr. Keith landed his largest so far at 7.9 pounds to take the pool. Had several fish that went 3 to 5 pounds and some sea bass. Shorts, but not hot action on them. No limits, high hook had 3 nice fish and many had none. Still, a nice day on the water even though it was HOT!!!! Capt.Frank had very good blue fishing last night and is at it again tonight..just made a short move as he only had a pick, and now the bite is on!!! Capt.ron

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
species: Black Sea Bass
other: 8/16/09- The sea bass fishing continued to be very good today. Filled the cooler with 60 keepers to 5 pounds, and also had a couple nice fluke to round out the catch. We will be running open boat trips for sea bass and fluke on August 21 and 23. Give me a call to reserve your spot. 732-567-3289

name: Brian Brown
e_mail: brianpb321@aol.com
boat_name: Ocean Yacht
date: 8/15/08
where: Spencer Canyon
method: Trolling
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 85lb and 45lb
bait_used: Rainbow Spreader Bar
water_depth: 300
water_temp: 81
other: Water temp was 81 degrees out there and lots of life with very calm 2-3 ft seas. Set up on the chunk Friday night as we threw out a couple chunked flats of butterfish all night long and nothing but a bunch of squid circling the boat. We drifted from 500 to 2,500 ft of water. At 6AM we had 8 rods out trolling rigged ballyhoo along with a Green Machine and Rainbow spreader bars. By 9AM we had a small white Marlin on the Rainbow spreader which came off at the boat so we dropped it back in fast and it hit again so hard it knocked the spreader in the air. It spit the hook again and was gone. Not long after on the Rainbow spreader again we landed a nice 85lb Yellowfin tuna. Then not much longer one of the ballyhoo went down and I reeled in a nice 30lb mahi mahi bull Dolphin. Traffic was thick with boats so we danced back & forth on the 50 fathom line as we went north away from the boats when another pole went down. Nice size Tuna up to the stern and we lost it struggling to gaff it. Then within 15 minutes 2 poles go down and we landed a 45lb Yellowfin Tuna, then finished up with a 20lb Mahi Mahi as we passed one of the lobster pots. Seas on Sat were down to about 1 foot�..amazing blue water and so full of life with flying fish, Dolphin and a nice size pod of Pilot Whales.

name: Jim Schmitt
e_mail: jschmitt1180@gmail.com
boat_name: Perfect Vision
date: 8/15/09
where: Hook/Bay/Ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: small
bait_used: 6in.Gulp/Cut bait
water_depth: 10-50
other: Fished all over around the hook and bay today. Caught over 80 fluke and only got one keeper. Fish were the smallest that I have ever caught. Normal fish is 15-17...today most fish were 12-14 inches. Great day on the water but need to find where the big ones live.

name: Greg
e_mail: pvs676@yahoo.com
boat_name: Storm Front
date: 8/15/09
where: Barneget Ridge
method: Troll
species: Atlantic Bonito
bait_used: Feathers and spoons
water_depth: 80
water_temp: 79
other: Ran to the lumps off Seaside and trolled around for about an hour. No hits and not much life. Ran the 10 miles to Barneget Ridge. Lines in the water and 3 skipjack on. Had a slow steady pick of skippies and one nice Mahi that missed our daisy chain twice. Glass calm conditions made it easy to see fish under the surface. Personally know of 4 15-2olb mahi caught in the same area.

name: Andrew Cohen
e_mail: acohen@si.rr.com
boat_name: Hydro Therapy
date: 8/15/09
where: 61 miles from home
method: chunk/jig
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: to 65 lbs
water_depth: 145
other: left dock at 5 am we arrived and sal had first fish in 10 minutes on jig, then ross got one on a sardine. about an hour later kevin hooked 2 on a jig and i sat wondering when I will get mine. With 20 minutes to go I hooked my fish . We came home with ! beautiful bluefin about 65 lb. and had tuna 5 different ways at kevins house. Great small boat fishing. Finally 1 for the good guys!

name: Allan Dutton
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/15/2009
where: 40 Mi. Offshore
method: Drifting
species: Thresher Shark
size: None
bait_used: Mackeral, Bluefish
water_depth: 140 to 250 Ft.
water_temp: 79 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul put in an effort at Shark fishing with the Allan Dutton charter. It was a beautiful day for drifting and dreaming as you could not have better weather. We started the day in the Monster Ledge area and then worked the west side of the Glory hole. All we had for the effort was 1 large Hammerhead which visited our slick and went on his way. The 79 degree water temp. did not help the fishing. 1 opening is available for my Aug. 18th Bluefin trip. My Aug. 20th Fluke trip is filled. Thanks to all who called.

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
species: Black Sea Bass
other: 8/15/09- Another good day of sea bass fishing for Chuck Deeney and crew from Irvington Fire Dept. We picked away all day and ended up with 30 keepers, with a few fish to 4 pounds. We will be running open boat trips for sea bass and fluke this coming Friday and Saturday. Give me a call for more details. 732-567-3289

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/15/09
where: Everywhere!!!
species: Fluke
other: Fished the reach first thing in the A.M. with a very slow drift and just a pick on some shorts and keepers. Figured it would take way too long to get the change of tide and a drift so we took off for the channels. First drift we hit the end of the tide just right and picked at the shorts and a few keepers. Second drift when we tried to do it again, the show was over! Waited for the incoming but the bite never turned on...ran over to SH channel where it was mostly Sea Robbins. Back to the knoll for a 2.1 knot drift. Finished up in the bay where Frank Petullo caught the pool fish on the last drift. Had 4 other keepers and a couple shorts on that on also. Not a good day of catching for us today... Good Bluefishing last night for Capt. Frank...fish up to 12 pounds kept everyone busy..Capt.Ron

e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/14/2009
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Chumming
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 12 Lbs.
bait_used: Bunker & Sardines
water_depth: 35 Ft.
water_temp: 75 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Ed Barnwell charter on board the Bounty Hunter and headed up to the Shrewsbury Rocks. Once anchored we had immediate action with the Blues. After an hour the bite shut off and we spent the morning getting the occasional bite. The 4 man charter wanted all the Blues released but did box 8. They will make great Shark baits for Capt. Paul's Saturday Shark charter. I still have 2 openings for Tuesday's (8/18) Open Boat Bluefin Tuna trip and 2 openings for Thursday's (8/20) Open Boat Fluke trip. If interested don't wait to long. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 8/14/2009
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 4lbs
bait_used: bluefish/killie
water_depth: 50
water_temp: 77
other: I started out fishing on the lumps south of barnegat Inlet Very few fish were caught and the drift was very slow. I moved out to the tires and had good fluke to 4lbs. The drift was still very slow but once we started catching fish we had a good keeper to short ratio. The day ended with a good catch of keepers and some bluefish. We also had some fun baiting two Hammerhead sharks that were swimming around the boat.

name: Rob
e_mail: rcjones86@gmail.com
boat_name: vessel X
date: 08/14/09
where: Sandy Hook Bay/ Ocean
method: Bucktailing/Snappers
species: Fluke
other: Caught some snappers and tried livelining SH channel, then some deeper areas- Didn't catch much, some shorts, a robbin and a skate if you believe it. Moved around, started bucktailing in the bay and got a lone keeper, a 5.5 pounder in chappel hill channel. Only had a good bite in one place, ammo pier, which was all shorts.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/14/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Had a Charter with Sheri Sabino and the Bard Company today.....very good fishing for all aboard with plenty of action and an impressive amount of keepers for folks who only fish once a year. Pool fish was a tie with two twins matching 6 1/2 pounds each!! Couple guys in the bow bucktailing had non-stop action just about all day. Beautifull day, great group with good fishing, it doesn't get any better than that! After Shrimpmans limit and then some catch yesterday, he must have been too tired to try it again, saw him on a half day boat this afternoon....will he ever learn???? Capt.ron

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
date: 8/14/09
species: Black Sea Bass
other: 8/14/09- Sea bass fishing was very good today. The boys had action all day, and ended up with 42 keeper sea bass to 4 pounds. They also released just as many shorts and had a few ling and some fluke to round out the day. We will be running open boat trips again next weekend for fluke and sea bass. Also, dates are going fast for striped bass fishing in October so give me a call soon to reserve your date.

name: Ernie & Jake
e_mail: pulcinim@embarqmail.com
boat_name: smoker
date: 8-13
where: raritan bay
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 10 to 20in
bait_used: bluefish strips killie& squid
water_depth: 10 to 50ft
water_temp: 73
other: Caught 89 fluke and only 2 keepers,what a day. Fished from the mouth of the river to the point of the hook,and caught fish in every spot,lots just 17.5in. Bluefish all over.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/13/09
where: Bay
species: Fluke
other: Well it finally had to happen, The Shrimpman (Steve) caught his limit and then some! Told him in the AM (after putting the Kibash to the Tuna fishing the other day) that if he jinxed me today, HE WAS BANNED! Must have scared the crap outta him cause he fished like a madman....Winning the pool was a bonus with a very nice 7 pound fish. Tough conditions kept us out of the ocean and working the throttles all day to keep the boat straight again. Couple area's produced, one or two didn't. Kept going till we found the ones that wanted to bite. Last hour of the day was excellant for the guys bucktailing. Chartered Friday morning. Capt.ron

e_mail: yankeefan127@comcast.net
date: 8/12/09
where: barnegat ridge north
method: trolling
species: Atlantic Bonito
size: 2-6 lbs
bait_used: cedar plugs,clark spoons,jap feathers and squid daisy chains
water_depth: 55-75 feet
water_temp: 75-77 degrees
other: started trolling at 6:45 am in flat calm conditions.first fish on at 6:50.all the fish were caught in 55 to 75 feet.also had spanish mackeral too.ended the day with over 35-40 fish landed.

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 8/12/09
where: Atlantic Princess
method: troll/jig
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: to 75 lb
bait_used: ballyhoo/butterfly jig
water_depth: 150 ft
water_temp: 78
other: Ran a crew trip offshore looking for some bluefin tuna. We successfully went 3 for 5 on bluefins to 75 lbs. We were able to both troll and jig these fish. We are now offering inshore tuna trips to our schedule. We still have openings for fluke, blues, stripers, and bottom fish as well. GIve Capt Derek a call at 732-291-7675 for more info and to get in on the action.

name: vice,ed,and jayson
e_mail: vice 1965@yahoo.com
boat_name: HELEN C
date: 8 12 09
where: sandy hook-ocean
method: drifting
species: Fluke
size: 18 -19
bait_used: squid killie combo
water_depth: 20-60 feet
water_temp: 74
other: had jay messig on board today for his first try at fluke fishing. drifting the sandy hook channel produced a slow pick of fish,nowhere near the action we had on monday.only boated 19 fluke,3 being keepers with only 5 sea robbins.on mon.we caught 59 of these parasites!!around noon we were forced to pack it in due to increasing wind and rain.i would have liked to have seen the guys have more time to fish,but after seeing that boat capsize on mon,its safety first more than ever before!

name: Nick
e_mail: highhook4503@yahoo.com
boat_name: High Hook
date: 8/12/09
where: Ocean
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: To 7 lb
bait_used: Strip baits w/ sand eels
water_depth: 40-80'
water_temp: 70's
other: Fished w/ Mark & J.P. today. Started in the channels w/ the flood & a light east breeze....great drift!!First 2 fish were keepers,followed almost immediately by J.P.'S 7 lb beauty! After that things went all downhill,having to sort through 25 more fish for 3 more keepers. Saw what looked like acres of 1-2lb bluefish in a mad-dog feeding frenzy near the pound nets on the way in. Stopped and threw 1-2 oz ava's at them for all the action you'd ever want!

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA III
date: 08/12/09
where: THE DEEP
method: TROLL
species: Big-Eye Tuna
size: 125-200#
bait_used: PLASTIC AND BALLYS
water_depth: DEEP
water_temp: 76
other: Headed out with a crew of Wayne, Danny and Kirk we arrived in the dark and got up on the troll before the sun was even a thought. Caught a few rat yellowfins and a skippie before slipping away from the crowd and heading across the deep. Then the wolfpack attacked eating the two spreader bars in the pattern. I left the helm to clear the lines and as I reeled in a islander/bally it got eaten 50 feet from the stern and it was game on. With only 4 guys on the boat there was a lot of rod passing and turns at the wheel but about 90 minutes later all three eyeballs were in the pit - 3 for 3. "Small" fish was about 125 and the 2 bigger ones close to 200. We were all whipped so we pulled the gear and headed for the barn. God Bless America and God Bless Our Troops.

name: Capt. ray burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 8/10-12/09
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Fluke
size: 7 1/2 lbs
water_depth: 50 ft
water_temp: 73
other: On Monday Big Mike Coppa and John Kundle from the Boys' and Girls' Club of America limited out on fluke. Many fish in the 3-4 lb bracket were caught. Both John and Mike boated many fish which were in the 5 lb bracket including John's big fish which was about 7 1/2 lbs Yesterday we were off. Today Sargent John Edwards of the Pa State Police and charter limited the boat out. No real big fish, but most keepers were 19-20 inches, plus over 100 throwbacks were released. This past week has been the best fluking of the year. Get in on it while it is hot! I have openings Fri, Sun. and all next week for both open boat and charter trips. Call Capt. Ray at: 732 803-8276

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/12/09
where: Ocean/bay
species: Fluke
other: Had to work the throttles in the AM as the incoming and East wind made it a dissaster for drifting. Had a nice pick going on until the current and drift reached 2.1 knots!!! Ran back to the reach to finish out the day with a pick on shorts and keepers. Jimmy learn and Mitch Jevic had high hook honors with 3 nice fish in the cooler. Pool fish went 4 3/4 pounds. Weather didn't wait till the afternoon to come through and put a damper on things for half the day. Plenty of fish around, like I said yesterday, don't wait too long!!! Capt.ron Chartered Friday morning.......

name: John Shipley
e_mail: stjude@comcast.net
boat_name: Saint Jude
date: 8/11/09
where: inshore
method: Chunking
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 45 - 60 inches
bait_used: sardines
water_depth: 140
water_temp: 75
other: Headed out with family (greenhorns) for an afternoon of bluefin "wishing". Fished from 2 till 5 and went 4 for 7 on great bluefins. Surprise!!! getting those awesome fish so close to home was a real treat. Kept our one fish and released the rest unharmed. Congratulations to Dan "Knuckles" Shipley who pulled himself out of his F-18 fighter cockpit (marines) to catch his very first (and second) tuna. Its great to have a novice on board who actually listens to instruction and successfully fights those beasts without losing them under the boat! Way to go Dan!

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/11/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Nice all day bite on the Fluke today! Plenty of action with a good catch of keepers. High hook had 5, couple guys had 4 and 3 each in the cooler. Bait worked best in the AM, after the change it was non-stop and some double headers on the bucktail & spro set ups. Fishing has been good for over a week now, don't wait too long to come down, it's almost over!!! Capt.ron

name: ROGER
e_mail: RSAWICKI1@VERIZON .NET
boat_name: BOO-YA
date: 8/10/09
where: SEA GIRT REEF
method: DRIFTING
species: Fluke
size: 9.1 LBS
bait_used: SQUID/SPEARING
water_depth: 60-70 FT
water_temp: 70'S
other: GREAT DAY TO BE OUT,WAVES NOT TO BAD,FISHING A LITTLE SLOW EARLY,PICKED UP LATE MORNING.6-8 OZ TO HOLD .SEA BASS UP TO 3 1/2 LBS.A LOT OF SHORT FLUKE 17 T0 17 3/4 ENDED UP WITH 12 KEEPERS UP TO 9 LBS.

name: vice ,brian,and jeannie
e_mail: vice 1965@yahoo.com
boat_name: HELEN C
date: 8 10 09
where: sandy hook- ocean
method: drifting
species: Fluke
size: 18-21+
bait_used: sqiud-killie combo
water_depth: 20-50
water_temp: 71
other: started the morning off by taking pictures of a 35 foot hydrostream sitting on the beach.began drifting, jeannies first and third fish of the morning were a pair of nice 20 inch fatties!steady action for the rest of the day.headed back in with 8 keepers on ice.came around the hook and saw a boat had just capsized with 3 guys in the water.headed over to assist,every one was ok,pulled on board a grady white who already called coast guard to advise.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/10/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: With the way the morning started out, SW to W wind against the tide, I thought we were in for one hell of a day! Had a slider to start out and rolled like crazy. Ran out to the channels where the wind actually helped slow us down in the current...the bite turned on and we had good action for the rest of the day. Couple guys had thier limit with Andy, Don and his buddy just missing with 5 keepers each!! Very nice fish up to 6 3/4 pounds on the pool fish. Had to perform a Fluke excorsism on Anchor Joe, as he couldn't get locked up, made a joke about the fluke demons leaving him alone, no sooner did I touch his head, he hooked up!!! Maybe I'm in the wrong business? 18 shorts without a keeper though, maybe I should have hit his head a little harder? The past week has finally felt like, this is fishing the way it should be!! Today, for us, the bait worked much better than the bucktails. Several young adults on board who also had a blast today catching Sea Robbins and keeper Fluke! Capt. Frank had good bluefish action last night after Saturdays bummer. Couple nice Stripers made it even more interesting....Chartered Friday AM. Capt.ron

name: t hagan
e_mail: thunderone50@yahoo.com
boat_name: angler
date: sun aug 9
where: the slouth
method: chunking jigging trolling
species: Bluefin Tuna
bait_used: sardine butterfish
water_depth: 120
water_temp: 73
other: trolled 4 three hrs bluefish hitting our tuna lures chunked 4 three hrs no luck just more bluefish very rough all morning layed down some in the afternoon guess we will havee 2 try a little further out

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
species: Fluke
other: 8/9/09- It was a little too rough in the ocean today so I decided to stay in the bay. We had a steady pick of fluke all day with plenty of 17 inch throwbacks and 6 keepers to 5 pounds. We will be running open boat for sea bass and fluke this Friday and Sunday. Give me a call for more info. 732-567-3289

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/9/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Got lucky in The AM despite some CRAP conditions. Had a nice pick and stayed with it as there really weren't too many places to go. Tommy Krako just missed his limit with 5 good fish in the box for high hook. Several nice fish from 3 1/2 to 7 pounds on the pool fish. Rocco Farrina and Vinny Fantastic also had 3 nice keepers. Gave the channels a shot at the change of tide, that lasted 2 drifts, didn't see the bite happining so we ran back to the knoll to finish it up. Rolled our Crueler off all day trying to put a catch together. In the end we still had a half way decent amount of keepers. Probably lost the biggest Fluke of my life today! Bouncing a bucktail and 1/4 ounce spro tipped with a Sea Robin strip, sucker slammed me like never before, had the rod bent in half, felt two huge head shakes as I lifted him off the bottom and BAM...gone!!! That's what keeps me coming back...just wish I could have seen it, but tomorrow is another day..................Bluefishing last night was the absolute S***S, one fish and 2 lost. Tonight is a little different story with a bite going on as I type. Capt.ron

name: jack
boat_name: wet and ready
date: 8/08/2009
where: barnegat bay
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 14-27"
bait_used: strip bait/killie/squid
water_depth: 12-30'

name: Ozempco/Aballe/Hutchins
e_mail: hyperstriperpete@yahoo.com
boat_name: Hyper Striper
date: 8/6-8/8
where: inshore/offshore
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: tunas to 100 lb/stripers to 14lb
bait_used: bait/jigs
other: Offshore fishing for the bluefins was good again on Thursday for the Chris Ozempco party from Cranford. The over under limit was retained to 54 inches and others were released on the jigs and bait. Inshore we catch the bass some mornings before jigging the blues very well. Pete Aballe from Emerson was out Friday for some bass action on bait getting four keepers and some shorts before jigging the blues and a brief attempt at the flukes produced three keepers and many shorts. Saturday Curtis Hutchins party from East Orange jigged all the blues they wanted in the bay up to 10lbs

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/8/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Knew this morning the channels, W/hard current and NE breeze, wouldn't be the place to start out. Had to test the patience theory once again. Fished the bay picking on some shorts and a handfull of keepers, traffic got way to crazy to even attempt staying there. Headed for the channels and the change of tide. Still crappy conditions with a slider, but the bite turned on! John Froelich, my star fluker of 2009, once again had his limit, plus another pool fish for the third time this season!! John has gotten used to the bucktail, spro, gulp setup and in two short seasons has become a master at it. How many other guys can claim 3 limits this season? Would have loved to see the Shrimpman test his skills today, but he had a higher calling....hope it paid off. Bluefishing last night was very good, one drop, all gaff size fish! The bite is on finally after one hell of a July blight!!!! Come on down. Capt.ron

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 8/7/2009
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 4lbs
bait_used: peanut bunker/killie
water_depth: 28-35
water_temp: 73
other: Fishing the lumps south of Barnegat Inlet was a good choice today. The strong west wind gave us a good drift on the inshore stuff and fluking was very good. We had the usual amount of shorts but also the best keeper ratio so far this seaason.At the end of the day we had a respectable catch and a great day on the water.

name: Mike Frenzel
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/07/2009
where: Off Mantoloking
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: Up to 24"
bait_used: Squid, Sand, Sand Eels, Spearing.
water_depth: 55 to 65 Ft.
water_temp: 76 Degrees
other: The Mike Frenzel charter got in on one of the better days for Fluke this season. Capt. Paul worked a stretch of rough bottom of Mantoloking and the 5 man charter had steady action for most of the day. We had over 100 bites with 15 keepers up to 24" going into the box. Should have been more but the brisk NW wind kept us on a pretty fast drift. Nevertheless it was a great catch made by a great group of guys. We look forward to their next charter on the Bounty Hunter. The Aug 18th Bluefin Tuna trip to the 45-50 mile grounds still has spots available. Get in on some hot Tuna action. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot. I am also sailing Open for Fluke on Thursday Aug. 20th. If interested call for information.

name: Ray Burke
e_mail: sirwin5162
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 8/7/09
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Fluke
size: 7.5 Pounds
bait_used: Bait
water_depth: 40ft
water_temp: 70 Degrees
other: Today Art Wendel and charter had an excellent day flukeing and sea bass fishing aboard the Mad Gaffer. James Coslezy had three keepers up to seven and a half pounds and twelve large sea bass. Last night Frank Chechico and charter had an excellent afternoon jigging to largest bluefish of the year with fish up to eighteen pounds. We have Saturday august eighth and Sunday august ninth open for individual fluke and sea bass reservations. Call captain ray for reservations (732) 803-6276

name: Robin Fowler
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/06/2009
where: Mid Range Tuna Grounds
method: Chumming
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: Up to 50 lbs.
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 150 Ft.
water_temp: 77 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran out to the 45 mile Tuna grounds with the Robin Fowler charter. We had an early morning NE wind but the sea conditions improved as the day went on. Once set up on anchor our first fish was on within 10 minutes and it was a large one. The fish was fought for over an hour and unfortunately was lost within 10 ft. of the gaff. We estimated it at 100 to 125 lbs. The next fish was a 43" keeper. Several others were lost before we went up on the drift where we hooked up and broke off a few more. We finished the day with 1 fish to bring home. I am sailing Open Boat for Bluefin on Aug. 18th. If you want to get in on some great Tuna action call me at 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/6/09
where: Bay/ocean
species: Fluke
other: Caught the change of tide today and rode it out for just under 2 hours! Very good action the whole way with way too many 17 1/2 inch fish going back. The keepers are what kept things interesting to say the least. A couple 3 to 5pound fish came in, then Walter Deck/Toms River thought he had the bottom, the head shake told us different! Fish hit the scale at 9 pounds 2 ounces!! Next one for Walt was a 5 1/2 pounder in the box. Youngsters Ethan & Noah Steinbach along with their Dad came all the way from Wisconsin to enjoy some NJ Fluke fishing, landing 5 keepers and Noah's first ever Keeper Striper! Another Father and son team Eric Guller topped the cooler with 7 beauties also. Great day on the water, good people, good fun for all!!! Chartered in the AM Friday. Sailing for Blues 3:30pm till 9:30pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Capt.Ron

name: Ed
e_mail: Shoreexec@aol.com
boat_name: Nautical Mistress
date: 8/5/2009
where: Axel Carlson
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: to 26"
bait_used: Gulp, squid, smelts
water_depth: 70+
water_temp: 71
other: Another great day on the Axel. Fished with friends Paul and Larry who both had nice keepers. For once I get to take the prize for a 26" keeper. But the real thrill for the day was a run off we couldn't figure out. Thought at first it might be a big blue fish or even a Striper but then the fish came up and, although it was still to far off to identify, it was not something we expected. Suddenly the fish dove and was spooling my light tackle spinning equipment. Then the fish jumped completely out of the water. It was a 6' Threser Shark. It jumped and had his way with my line. We would have released him anyway so it was just a great experience.

name: fran
e_mail: schwa1313@verizon.net
boat_name: Fisherman
date: 08/05/2007
where: ocean/bay
species: Fluke
size: 18''-22'' up to 4lbs
other: out on the fisherman with cousin matt,nephew steve.very good day of fishing!i think eveyone on the boat had a keeper!lots of nice fish caught by all.seen a couple nice sea bass caught also.lots of close fish by 1/2''!!!!matt had 4 keepers, steve 2 with the biggest 22'' just over 4lbs. and i had 2 keepers.first class crew! these guys know the deal! will be back soon cause not much time left in the season

name: cap Jay V
e_mail: jjvent@optonline
boat_name: Always Something
date: 8/5/09
where: Raritan
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: 18 - 26 1/2
bait_used: Killies, squid, spearing, snappers
water_depth: 18 - 60ft
water_temp: High 70's
other: Started out in the harbor netting snappers, and killies. Scored a couple, started out by the hook and drifted out to the ocean, non stop action. 6 total keepers the biggest was 7.4lbs 26 1/2inches, nice doormat, thought it was a small striper at first until the Head shake. bearly fit in the net. weather held out all day. some drizzle at one point but then the sun came back out. headed back to harbor, only one at the dock. Great day, alot of fun.. cant wait for the next trip. The doormats are in. just got to be in the right place at the right time.

name: Canyon Runner
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: August 3-5
where: Hudson & Baltimore
method: Overngihter
species: Big-Eye Tuna
size: 180
bait_used: Canyon Runner Bars/Ballyhoo
water_depth: 600
water_temp: 78
other: Both Canyon Runner boats were fishing tournaments this week with the 60 Ritchie Howell down in Ocean City, MD at the WMO and the 48 Viking up in Block Island fishing the Tri-State overnight tournament. The 48 fished Monday to Tuesday and got their shot at the big-eye bite in the Hudson when that hooked up to 5 big-eyes after a couple hours on the troll in the Hudson Canyon. The Damien Romeo charter had only a couple anglers on the boat so mates Mike Zajac and Ryan DiBaggio got in on the reeling as well. Capt. Mark DeCabia guided the crew through a 1 hour battle that ended with 4 big-eyes to 180 pounds on the deck. Unfortunately none of them placed in the tournament. The rest of the trip had another dozen nice yellowfin added to the mix. The big-eyes ate everything when they come up so it just need to be there to get your bite.
The 60 Ritchie Howell fished Tuesday and got into a nice bite seeing 3 whites and catching and releasing everyone. One of the whites was 67.5 inches but we let it go as it was a skinny fish and would not have made the minimum weight so she swam away. Wednesday we did not do as well as we only saw one white in the pattern all day and no other life.
The 48 is back out on the big-eye grounds right now and back to charter fishing everyday and the 60 will be fishing Friday in our last day of the tournament and then back to charter fishing on Sunday. Hopefully those eye-balls hang around.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/5/09
where: Ocean/Bay
species: Fluke
other: Another good day on the Fluke Front! Morning started out with a slow pick on shorts and keepers, could have hung in there all day but decided to look elsewhere. Fished the channels the rest of the day. Current got to the point where it was way too strong, but a pretty good South wind came up and slowed us down...this will probably be the only time you ever hear me say a South wind was a good thing!!! Several quality fish once again, including another 6 1/2 pound pool winner. No limits, just good fishing. The 17 and 17 1/2's going back are a joke as I have said before, that could have made the differance between 2 and 3 keepers and Limit fishing....B.S. Capt.ron Chartered this Friday morning. Bluefishing Friday,Saturday and Sunday afternoon 3:30pm till 9:30pm. The bluefish bite is on!

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/4/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Another good fishing day with plenty of action. Started out much slower this morning compaired to the past few days but we did manage several nice fish, including the pool fish at 6 3/4 pounds. Ran out to the ocean to catch the change of tide, first drift lasted an hour and 35 minutes with constant action on shorts and keepers! Vinny C. missed his limit by one as the sucker fell off while trying to swing it in, still had plenty of meat to go home with though. South wind came up and sent us back to the bay to finish up the day. Capt.ron

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/3/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Had a nice all day bite today. Good catch of quality keepers and plenty of shorts for action...Bucktailing was the best in the AM, then the bait worked better in the afternoon. Jimmy Learn finally got in the grove after 3 skunks to land 5 beautifull fish and high hook honors! Big Al, a Monday reg had to settle for a tie on the pool when the second 5 3/4 pounder came aboard late in the day. Just a heads up guys..things sometimes get close and people can make a wrong move, if you stop on top of a boat and drift into them, please don't make an ass of yourself and say 'f' em, like it's thier fault. You were wrong. Had this situation today, tried to explain to the guy what was going on, and that was his reply!! I must be mellowing out, 25 years ago it would have been a differn't story! Dad did have a heart attack, doctors told him had he waited one more day, he wouldn't be here!! To dangerous to operate so medicine and some excersize is in order....Thank you so much for all the support, it is greatly appreciated by our family!! You guys are the best....Capt.ron

name: Greg
e_mail: pvs676@yahoo.com
boat_name: Storm Front
date: 8/2/09
where: Reefs
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: Up to 6lbs
bait_used: Squid/spearing & Sand Eels
water_depth: 70
water_temp: ?
other: After much decision of what to do with the incoming weather, we decided to test the ocean fluking. Got out there & started bucktailing, with not much action. We switched over to some high low rigs with yozuri squids on them. Non stop action til the storms came in. Wound up with 8 keepers, 2 dozen 13-14" Sea Bass (all released), some tailor blues, some small ling,a 5 spot flounder, several skates, sand sharks & lots of shorts. Great day of fishing for an ugly day. Tied up in the slip as the storms reached the area.

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 7/31-8/2
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Porgy
size: 4 lbs
bait_used: Bunker
water_depth: 30 ft
water_temp: 66
other: Friday Robert Kapliss and charter had an excellent day of bottom fishing, catching multiple species - porgies, fluke sea bass and triggerfish not to mention bluefish. Several large bluefish were apprehended by Capt. Sylvia Irwin who tagged along and was bored with the bottom fishing. Sat. Angelo Camapinta and charter went fluke fishing and had 23 keeper fluke up to 5 lbs. Sun. we had an open trip with poriges, sea bass and blackfish. We experienced 'old time' porgy fishing. Many people on the boat caught their limit, which very large and over 150 large sea bass were caught as well. Big Mike Coppa was probably high hook with a limit of porgies, a limit of sea bass, and several blackfish. Also, several nice fluke were taken on the anchor.We have openings all weeek for fluke, sea bass and porgies, including next Sunday. Call Capt Ray for info: 732 803-6276.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/2/09
where: Bay
species: Fluke
other: Very limited to where we could fish today as the weather came early! Picked on shorts and some keepers, not good fishing. After the pounding the bay took the last few days I'm suprised there's anything left!! Still some good fish to be had and tomorrow with the NW and outgoing, we should be O.K. Bluefishing finally broke open last night for Capt. Frank!! After paying our dues for over a month, the bite was on. Fish from 5 to 14 pounds and 3 keeper Stripers to boot. Going back to the 3:30pm till 9:30 on Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons this week. Chartered the next 3 Friday mornings... On a personal note: Capt.Ron Sr has been admitted to the I.C.U. at Monmouth Hospital. They beleave he may have had a minor heart attack and a possible blood clot. Still running test's as I type. Will keep you posted on his progress, please keep him in your thoughts. Thanks, Capt.ron

name: Bob Drozd
e_mail: bdrozd@optonline.net
boat_name: JoAnn
date: 8/1/09
where: Sandy Hook bay and ocean
method: Bottom
species: Fluke
size: 20 to 24 inch
bait_used: Squid and killies
water_depth: moved from 30 to 70 ft.
water_temp: 74
other: Morning from 7 to 10:30 AM could not stop catching fluke. 30 fish (20 fluke and 10 sea robins)boated with 3 keeper fluke at about 4 to 5 lbs. each. Also took in a blue fish only about 28 inches (Released him)and a stripper again about 30 inches (released him). Nothing between 11 and 2:30 then some shorts. Ended the day with one more large keeper fluke at about 5.5 lbs. My arms hurt 2 days later. What a gret day fishing.

name: Craig Ballaron
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/01/2009
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Chumming
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 14 Lbs.
bait_used: Bunker & Sardines
water_depth: 35 Ft.
water_temp: 75 Degrees
other: It was another great family day on board the Bounty Hunter as the Craig Ballaron family joined Capt. Paul for a day of Bluefishing. We started off the morning at the Rocks and had immediate action. The charter caught over 40 Blues up to 14 Lbs. keeping 15 and releasing the rest. A mid day attempt at Fluke fishing only netted us 2 keepers and several shorts. I am running "Open Boat" Fluke trips on Sat. & Sun. Aug. 8th & 9th. and an Open Boat 1 day Canyon Troll on 8/18. Anyone interested can reach me at 732-323-8700 for further information.

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
species: Fluke
other: 8/1- Very good fishing and weather today for the Mike Hetrick charter from PA. The boys had a steady pick of fluke all day and ended up with 8 keepers, two of which were 6 pounds. They also caught and released what seemed like hundreds of 16 and 17 inch fish. We rounded out the catch with some nice sea bass and a huge bluefish.

name: Joe Gere
e_mail: jgere@traxsion.com
boat_name: Hidden Treasure
date: 8/01/09
where: can by Shrewsbury Rocks
method: trolling
species: Bluefish
size: 8-12
bait_used: green yellow streamers
water_depth: 25
other: You could hardly get 2 poles in the water at a time before you had fish on again - great fishing, so fast that everyone tired out in 1 1/2 hours and said go in my arms hurt!!!!

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/01/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Started out the first 2 drifts this morning with a handfull of keepers and some shorts...got way too crowded and we had to leave the area. Bounced around most of the day looking for a decent bite, only found a pick of fish in the channels at the change of tide. Came back to the bay where Don Sudol landed the pool fish at just under 6 pounds. High hook was Eric with his 3 nice keepers. Bigger fish finally showing with the best of the action on the bucktails and spro setups...Capt.ron

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 7/31/2009
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
bait_used: killie/squid
water_depth: 55
water_temp: 71
other: Fishing was a little tuff today off IBSP. WE caught only shorts today in the short time we had on the ocean. The seas built up rapidly from the strong SW wind so we finished out the day to the bay.Hopefully there will be better days to come.

name: Chris Ogorzalek
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/31/2009
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Chumming
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 12 Lbs.
bait_used: Bunker
water_depth: 35 Ft.
water_temp: 74 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Chris Ogorzalek family out for a day of Bluefishng. The morning started off slow but by 9AM we had the Blues comming over the rail. We kept 17 and then went into the release mode. While trying for Seabass on some rough bottom the kids managed to land 5 keeper Fluke up to 24" along with over a dozen Seabass. I am running an "Open Boat" 1 day Troll to the Canyon on Aug. 18th. We will be fishing for Yellowfin Tuna along with Longfin, Big-Eye and Mahi. The trip will be limited to 5 people. Interested? Call 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/31/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Finally a day to talk about! Blew the whistle for the first drift, John Froelich hits a 4 pounder on the head...first 4 fish in the boat were keepers with a bunch of 17 inch fish right behind them. John went on to limit out by 9:55 AM!!! 6 beautifull fish in the box all 3 1/2 to 5 1/2 pounds (and I have the pic to prove it). Matt Riesz and Chris Utz gave a fishing leason in the bow, fishing with a bucktail and spro setup, non-stop all day for them. Together they put 12 beauties in the cooler, including Chris's 6 3/4 pound pool fish. Check out Chris's pic, I could have said that sucker was 9 pounds and got away with it!!!! Fish hit the bait as well, but no where near the action as the bucktailers, plus ALL the big fish were on the jigs.....Have to mention my buddy Vinnie who lost a nice fish at the whistle, sucker came up, took a look and spit the hook!! Sorry Vin........Capt.ron

name: Canyon Runner
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: July 28-31
where: Canyons & Princess
method: Overngihter
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 44-54"
bait_used: Bars, Baits Jigs
water_depth: 125
water_temp: 72-78
other: [B]48 Canyon Runner � 7/30 � 11 Bluefins in 5 Hours[/B] Capt. Phil Dulanie and Ryan DiBaggio and Deane Lambros took the 48 Canyon Runner out on Friday to the inshore bluefin grounds and got into fish immediately. Anchoring up and chunking had the fish coming through the slick every 15 minutes. The bluefin were coming on both hammered diamond jigs and chunk baits fish right off the bottom. The first 10 bluefins were all about 44-45�. Around 11pm that had their over fish hooking a 54� bluefin on a bait hung at 15 feet under a balloon. They put that fish in the boat and the charter decide it was time of come home as the wind and seas were starting the build.
[B]60 & 48 Canyon Runners Hitting the Bluefins Inshore � 45 Bluefin on Thursday[/B] With the last reports from the canyon not being our best of the year we decided to hit the inshore grounds with our charters on Thursday to also avoid what was also a fairly unfavorable offshore weather report. Both boats left the inlet at 3am and got on the inshore grounds before sun-up. The 48 with Capt. DeBlasio and crew dropped the hook and the 60 with Capt. Dulanie and DeCabia went on the troll. The chunking was much better with the 48 getting 10 bluefins before 7:30am while the 60 had 2 bluefins and a mahi. The 60 joined the fun, anchored up, and got them going too. At the end of the day the 48 had 25 bluefins all right around 44-46� while the 60 had 20. Both boats also had an over fish around 52�.
[B]48 CR - 7/28-29 - 2 Makos/2 Yellowfin/1 Bluefin[/B] Capt. Mark DeBlasio, Capt. Peter Doran and Ryan DiBaggio took the 48 Canyon Runner offshore on Tuesday to Wednesday for an overnighter but stopped at the Princess first at 532/302 and picked a 50 pound bluefin on the troll before heading offshore. They ran to the east elbow of the Hudson, trolled to teh 100-square, trolled norht of the square by 10 miles and caught nothing. They ran down to the 150/050 trolled to the south Toms and only picked two rat yellowfins at the northeast corner of the Toms. The night bailed them out with 2 more nice makos wiht one at 140# hitting the deck and one around 120# being released. Up on the troll in the morning they trolled all the way to the Lindy without a touch.

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA III
date: 07/30/2009
where: EAST OF SR INLET
method: TROLL/JIG
species: Bluefin Tuna
bait_used: PLASTIC/JIGS
water_depth: 90-145
water_temp: 73.5
other: HEADED OUT WITH A CREW OF 3 FOR AN AFTERNOON "INSHORE" TUNA TRIP. WENT TO A SPOT THAT HAS BEEN HOLDING FISH AND FOUND NOTHING - NO LIFE, VERY LITTLE BAIT, A FEW MARKS. TRIED JIGGING, TRIED TROLLING WENT TO ANOTHER LUMP AND TRIED JIGGING - SKUNKED. GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/30/09
where: Ocean/Bay
species: Fluke
other: Sailed today with 4 very good customers as the weatherman screwed me again!! Took a bus mans holiday and glad we did....Worked the bay most of the morning picking away at shorts and keepers. Tommy Krako and Eric caught thier limit on fish up to 5 pounds. I finally got to enjoy a day and toss a line myself, almost forgot what it was like to fish. Landed 4 nice keepers by 11:00am along with a whole bunch of shorts, got too hot in the sun so I threw in the towel and headed for the AC!! Great day on the water after yesterdays hack!!! Capt.Ron

name: Ed
e_mail: Shoreexec@aol.com
boat_name: Nautical Mistress
date: July 29
where: Axel Carlson
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: To 26"
bait_used: Everything we had!
water_depth: 75' +/-
water_temp: 70 degrees
other: Had neighbor Paul and friend Mike on board today. Paul was 'big man on campus' with a 26'fluke caught on the first drop. He's been skunked all season but got it done today. Mike, as usual, caught a keeper and we all caught a bunch of shorts and 7 nice keeper Sea Bass. Mike is 'learning' how to fish the Carlson and won't put those $10 Spros on again until he checks the screen for structures. Got in just before the weather came up.

name: CAPT RAY BURKE
boat_name: MAD GAFFER II
date: 7/29/09
where: OCEAN
method: BAIT
species: Porgy
size: TO 4 LBS
bait_used: BUNKER
water_depth: 25
other: TODAY WE WENT BOTTOM FISHING WITH BIG MIKE HIS FRIEND JACK CARL ZIMMERMAN WAS ALSO ON BOARD ALONG WITH 2 PEOPLE FROM PA WE CAUGHT THE BIGGEST PORGIES SEEN HERE IN YEARS ALONG WITH A LOT OF KEEPER SEA BASS A FEW TRIGGER FISH AND A BIG FLUKE SPICED UP THE CATCH AS A ADDED BONUS WE TRIED FOR BLACKFISH AND ALL LIMITED OUT CARL ZIMMERMAN CAUGHT THE BIG ONE AT 6LBS. PL;CALL CAPT RAY AT 732 803 6276 FOR OPEN BOAT OR CHARTER RESERVATIONS FOR BOTTOM FISHING OR STRIPE BASS AND BLUE FISHING TRIPS I HAVE OPENINGS FOR DAY OR AFTERNOON TRIPS CALL AT RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/29/09
where: Ocean/Bay
species: Fluke
other: What a miserable day for July!! Started out in the fog with O.K. conditions and a drift in the ocean. Picked a couple of fish with a keeper or two. When the tide changed (incoming), on came the SE wind!!! Naturally we only stayed for one drift as it got way too fast. Bounced around the knoll and back in the bay to die a slow death!! Feel like I ate a huge Sh*** sandwich and the taste just won't go away!! West winds by the weekend, hopefully will change things around.....Capt.ron

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/28/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Finally a good day of fishing after a rough start to the morning.... Had a nice pick going on the end of the outgoing when one of the guys got pretty ill, ran him into the C. G. and just heard all is well. Came back out and already had the change of tide, picked up where we left off, with good action the rest of the day. Bert Saum and the boys from his fishing club had a good day landing several nice fish. Pool fish went to Jack Tee at 5 pounds, he also had 3 nice Sea Bass and 4 keeper Fluke. Much nicer in the ocean than on land today!! Capt.Ron

name: Sal Spinelli
e_mail: mbroth1@comcast.net
boat_name: TENACIOUS
date: July 28
where: Klondike, SG Reef
method: Drift
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 20 in 3.5 lbs
bait_used: Squid/Sand Eels
water_depth: 50-70 ft
water_temp: 72
other: Hosted the Steve Spinelli charter from Manalapan for a combo fluke/sea bass trip. Started on the Klondike drifting for fluke and had action on shorts, sea robins and skates. Moved to the Sea Girt reef where the charter managed 10 Sea Bass,the largest measuring over 20 in and 3.5 lbs, 8 Bluefish, more short fluke and skates. Ended the day in a futile effort to catch some keeper fluke on the sea girt lumps. The charter caught over 2 dozen short fluke but no keepers. I guess I can blame the south wind or the current or the water temp but the fact is--we just didn't catch them. However the charter had a ball with lots of action, the best weather we could ask for and some fish for the table.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/27/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Started out the day catching the change of tide in SH Channel, caught a few small fish, no keepers. Made another drop closer to the knoll, NG. Fished in on the beach, NG. Decided to run down the beach and fish some snags and rough bottom. Caught a bunch of Sea Bass and all short Fluke...still not a keeper by 12:00pm!! Got a call from Capt.George who had a pick back up in the channel....blasted off once again to catch the end of the tide. First fish, a 5 pounder for the pool. Had a few more keepers and some shorts to finish out the day...amazing how we fished that area for 4 days without a bite and today I don't go there and a few were hungry!!!! Go figure! Capt.Ron

name: Eddie Donnelly, Capt. Andy Rancioli, Bill Mannix, Jim Pipalla
e_mail: piperirv@comcast.net
boat_name: Lori Ann
date: 7/26/09
where: Axel Carson Reef
method: Drift
species: Fluke
bait_used: Spearing/Clams
water_depth: 80ft.
water_temp: 70
other: Planned to make the run to look for the BFT. With the forcasts, we decided to stay close to the beach and bottom fish. Had a great morning 2 nice fluke and a dozen sea bass. Plenty of short fluke ( may be keepers next year ) and sea bass to keep us busy for a few hours. Back at the dock early enough for a great lunch at Squan! We'll be looking for the BFT next week

name: Tony Glover
boat_name: Megan Beth
date: 7/25-7/26
where: 10 miles E of Manasquan
method: bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 2.5lbs
bait_used: squid/clam
water_depth: 75
water_temp: 69
other: Vinny G and crew were aboard the Megan Beth on Saturday 7/25/09 ,suppose to be a Bluefish trip,heading out to the east we read plenty of fish ,with no bite.Tried it for a few hours with no bites at all. Switching over to a couple wrecks we had a slow pick of Sea Bass with a couple dozen keepers and twice as many throw backs. Sunday Tony Glover and crew were on board ,Heading to a couple favorite wrecks 10 miles off we had a slow pick of Sea Bass on all spots with some shorts as well. Days total were 3 dozen Sea Bass,2 small blues, and a few Ling.

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
species: Striped Bass
other: 7/26- We switched gears today and tried some striped bass fishing. As soon as the anchor was in we had one on and the guys caught plenty of shorts and two nice keepers. We also caught two nice fluke while on the anchor. After the bite slowed we hit a snag and caught a handful of nice sea bass and two blackfish. We will be running open boat trips this weekend for sea bass, ling, and stripers. Give me a call to reserve your spot. 732-567-3289

name: Joe Gere
e_mail: jgere@traxsion.com
boat_name: Hidden Treasure
date: 7/25/09
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: trolling
species: Bluefish
size: 8-12 lbs
bait_used: shad rigs and streamers
water_depth: 25
water_temp: 69.5
other: As many jumbo bluefish as you wanted to catch on the Rocks today. Didn't see one other boat doing anything but bottom fishing? Plenty of bait, dolphins and life in general - great day lots of fish called it a day by 10:45 am

e_mail: mbroth1@comcast.net
boat_name: Tenacious
date: July 25
where: Sea Girt reef
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 19 in to 3.5 lbs
bait_used: Squid/smelts
water_depth: 70 ft
water_temp: 72
other: Hosted Jonathan Dimarco and his family from Hoboken for a combination Bluefish/Fluke charter on Saturday. I had told them the bluefish were in the spawn but we tried anyway and it was a bust. We tried jigging and trolling and had zero bites. We went to plan B and with the wind against tide and virtually no drift that was also a bust. We went to plan C and thank god for the sea bass. On the Sea Girt reef the charter managed a dozen keepers with three between 18.5 and 19 inches and over 3 lbs. They also caught three small bluefish, a half dozen short fluke and one keeper fluke. A great day on the water, and a great family to fish with.

name: Werner & Wolfgang Sprie
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/25/2009
where: Inshore Wrecks
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: Up to 3 Lbs.
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 60 to 80 Ft.
water_temp: 74 Degrees
other: Werner and Wolfgang Sprie were on board the Bounty Hunter for a day of Seabass fishing. Capt. Paul once again had to battle the conditions in the AM. A South wind into a North current and no anchoring conditions. We worked our way to the north stopping and hovering over several wrecks and hangs. All had Seabass on them but only 4 produced the quality keepers that we were looking for. When we called it a day the 2 man charter had fished thru over 200 shorts and put a limit catch of 50 Seabass in the box. I have spots available for my Open Boat trips for Seabass on July 27th & July 29th. These may be my last Seabass trips until October. Get in on the bite. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: CAPT RAY BURKE
boat_name: MAD GAFFER 11
date: 7/25/09
where: OCEAN
method: JIGS AND BAIT
species: Bluefish
size: TO 13LBS
bait_used: CHUNKS
other: ON SAT THE 25TH THE JACK DUNBAR PARTY CAUGHT BIG BLUEFISH AS WELL AS SOME STRIPE BASS ON WED 7/29 WE WILL RUN A SPECIAL TRIP AT 5AM CHUNKING FOR STRIPE BASS AND BLUE FISH THEN BOTTOM FISHING ON ROUGH BOTTOM FOR SEA BASS AND BIG FLUKE. CALL CAPT RAY AT 732 803 6276 TO MAKE YOUR RESEVERATION FOR THIS SPECIAL TRIP I ALSO HAVE OPENINGS FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK AND NEXT WEEK FOR CHARTER OR OPEN BOAT TRIPS CALL CAPT RAY FOR RESERVATIONS FOR DAY OR AFTERNOON TRIPS

name: Bob
boat_name: fin-addict
date: 07/25/2009
where: barn ridge
method: troll
species: Bluefin Tuna
bait_used: feathers daisy chains
water_temp: 75
other: nothing on the BFT front at the ridge yet, but plenty of fun with Bonito..

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
species: Black Sea Bass
other: 7/25- Saw an improvement in the sea bass fishing today. We had action all day and ended up with 20 keepers to 3 pounds and plenty of shorts. We will be running open boat sea bass next weekend. Give me a call for more info.

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 7/25/09
where: Raritan Bay
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: to 20"
bait_used: bucktails/bait
water_depth: 23 ft
other: Al Wittzell and friends were aboard in the afternoon for some fluking. Fishing was very slow overall with several shorts and only a few keepers being boated. All fish were caught on bucktails tipped with smelt. Still have several openings in July and August for fluke, bluefish and bottom fishing. Give Capt Derek a call at 732-291-7675 for more information.

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 7/24/09
where: Raritan Bay
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: up to 8 lbs
bait_used: bucktails/bait
water_depth: 20ft-75 ft
other: Had the Brad Davis charter out in the morning and experienced very tough fishing with the crew only boating several short fluke. The Kevin Brandon party was aboard in the afternoon and saw an improvement in the fluke fishing boating a few keeper fluke to 8 lbs along with several shorts. We still have some openings in July and August for charters so give Capt Derek a call at 732-291-7675 to get in on the action.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/24/09
species: Fluke
other: Reports for the past week could be summed up in one word "CRAP"!! We have fished all channels, humps and bumps, the beach, all parts of the bay, battled wind against the tide, a new moon that brought tides so high it tore off my rub rail!! Too much and not enough current, to come up with a handfull of keepers and some shorts each day. Can't remember in 32 years having to work so hard for so little, yet we have been allocated more poundage for next season. Does this mean the size is going to go down? Will our season be extended past Labor day? Hell, they could give us 5 million pounds what good is it if things stay status quo? Someone posted Truth in reporting, it doesn't get any more truthfull than this. 25 to 30 keepers is a great day today, how about the 100 fish that go back that are 16 to 17 3/4 inches, if they were in the cooler, THAT would be a true Banner day!!! I would never take away hope, and I hope each day we sail that I can post great catches with happy customers in pics with thier catch. We give it 110 percent everyday, regardless of what comes our way.......Just another rant from Capt. Ron Thanks for reading!!!

name: Canyon Runner
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: July 17-24
where: Hudson
method: Overngihter
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: Rats to 70#
bait_used: Canyon Runner Bars/Ballyhoo
water_depth: 600
water_temp: 72-78
other: [B]48 CR - 7/22-23 - 29 Yellowfin(3 60-70#)/1 Mako Release/ 14 On the CHUNK[/B] Capts. Mark DeBlasio, Mark DeCabia & Brad Burgess took out the Curtis Cambell charter out on Wednesday to Thursday on the 48 Canyon Runner and stopped inshore on the bluefin grounds but the fleet in there let us know the bite was from 5am to 11pm and we just missed it. We motored off to the bombs of the Hudson Canyon and put the lines in in 50 fathoms inside the west wall. We picked 3 small yellowfin in there and worked down the east wall where we pulled a couple more small ones and 1 nice one. We also missed a mako that ate our 13 inch yamashite spreader bar but then bit through the leader. Then the action came on. We set up for the chunk bite and gave it hell through night and finally got the yellowfin to turn on to the meat. The first couple fish came on the sword rod at 125 feet and then a bunch more came on hammered diamond jigs. In total, from 11pm to 4am we chunked 14 yellowfin with 6 in the 25-30 pound class. We released the rest plus an 80 pound mako release. Up on the troll in the morning we added another 2 bigger 50-70 pound yellowfin and a bunch more smaller for a total of 29 yellowfin for the trip.
[B]48 CR - 7/24-25 - 19 Yellowfin to 70 Pounds/2 Bluefin to 80 Pounds/Mahi[/B] Capt. Mark DeCabai, Capt. Mike Zajac and Deane Lambros took out the George Johns charter late Friday into late Saturday for an overnighter on the 48 Canyon Runner. They left late after the wind died down and got to the edge at 1am. Nothing happened at night but in the morning the bite was on. They trolling the 100-square first and pick a fish but the water moved out so they ran down the west wall area and found a nice 70-78 degree break and the yellowfin in it. These are nice yellowfin to in the 50-70 pound class. They went 4 for 7 on the big ones and 15 for 20 on the rest with 6 more keepers and some mahi. They trolled the canyon until 3pm when they decided to run inshore to the Atlantic Princess and pick some bluefins. They anchored up and started throwing the chunks and jigging and very quickly put a 50" - 80 pound bluefin in the boat and another 46" fish in the boat and release another 40 inch bluefin. Both boated fish fell for fresh dead squid.

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 7/23/2009
where: ocean
method: wreck
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 3lbs
bait_used: clams/squid
water_depth: 50
water_temp: 73
other: I had the John Burke charter out today for a day of wreck fishing. The sea conditions kept us from straying to far from home but that didn't stop them from catching plenty of fish.We fished until noon in the ocean and finished out the day in bay catching some nice fluke. At the end of the day we had a good catch of sea bass,ling and some very large porgies in the box.

name: NIck
e_mail: Highhook4503@yahoo.com
boat_name: HighHook
date: 7-22-09
where: Ocean
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: To 5lb
bait_used: Spro jigs,strip baits ,sand eels.
water_depth: 35' to 80'
water_temp: 69
other: Mark,J.P.,& I fished the last of the flood on some rough bottom for a pick on the fluke. Got a 4lb. fish on a 1.5 oz. Spro plus another keeper.Also got a 2.5lb. sea bass there. Tried some deeper water after the change. Had 4 keepers right away. Moved back into 35 ft.for 5 more keepers ,including our best fish of the day, a 5lb.fluke . Wound up with 11 fluke & 3 sea bass in the box.A beautiful day on the water!

name: George
e_mail: limintime@live.com
boat_name: Limin Time
date: July 22, 2009
where: Lindenkohl/Carteret
method: troll
species: White Marlin
size: small
bait_used: rainbow canyon runner spreader bar
water_depth: 450
water_temp: 75.4
other: Left the dock at 4:00 with intentions of heading to the Lemkeys since noaa was calling for 4-5 seas. But it was so calm we decided to keep on going and arrived to the Lindenkohl at 8 or so. Water was a steady 75.4 and we just couldnt find a temp break or life all day. We caught 2 skippies and raised a white marlin which played with a rainbow canyon runner spreader bar but we just couldnt get it hooked. We headed back to lemkeys early afternoon and water was a steady 78. We never managed to hook up. It sure was a beautiful day on the water but will have to eat some meat tonight. Oh well, back at it next week. If anyone has good info please send me a email. The canyons are new to me and im eager to learn.

name: "Open Boat" Seabass
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/22/2009
where: Inshore Wrecks
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: Up to 3 1/2 Lbs.
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 60 to 85 Ft.
water_temp: 73 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had another full boat of 6 anglers for today's "Open Boat" Seabass trip. As was the case on Monday we had no wind or current so we did not even try to anchor. Paul made several stops on wrecks and snags. All were holding life but only a few gave up the large keepers that we were looking for. The group fished thru over 150 short Seabass and finished up the day with 64 Seabass up to 3 1/2 lbs. in the fish box along with 8 Ling. It was a beautiful day to be on the water with a great group of people. Next Open Boat for Seabass is scheduled for Monday July 27th. The Seabass run is quickly comming to an end. Don't miss the action. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot and get in on the fun.

name: Lenny the Pep
e_mail: bdyborder7@yahoo.com
boat_name: Sea-E-O
date: 7/22/09
where: Inshore holes
method: live baits
species: Fluke
size: to 5.5lbs
bait_used: live baits
water_depth: 6-28'
water_temp: high 70's
other: Fished inshore holes with live baits, takin 5 fluke to 5.5 lbs...

name: Nick
e_mail: Highhook4503@yahoo.com
boat_name: Highhook
date: 7 20 09
where: Ocean
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: To3.5 lb
bait_used: Strips,Spro jigs
water_depth: 35'
water_temp: 71
other: Had my son-in-law,Jason, &my 9 yr old grandson ,Evan,out today. Fished rough bottom for lots of fluke,but only 3 went in the box. East wind vs. ebb tide didn't help. Of course,Evan got all 3 keepers! A surprise fish--- a 28" striper crushed a 1.5 oz Spro on a light spinning rod-- Jason had a good time landing his first bass.

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 7/20/09
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: to 4lbs
bait_used: bucktails/strips
water_depth: 60 ft
other: Had the John LaRouche charter aboard this morning and experienced some tough fluking. Working rough bottom the crew managed to put in 5 keepers to 4 lbs. Still have some openings available in July and August for Fluke, Bottom, Bluefish and Weakfish trips. Give Capt Derek a call at 732-291-7675 to get in on the action.

name: "Open Boat" Seabass
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/20/2009
where: Inshore Wrecks
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: Up to 5 1/2 Lbs
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 60 to 80 Ft.
water_temp: 73 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran the today's Open Boat trip with 6 people. The total lack of wind & current made anchoring difficult in the AM but conditions improved later in the day. The charter picked away at each stop and finished up catching over 150 Seabass 52 of which were keeper size along with 8 Ling and 2 Keeper Fluke. The largest Seabass weighed in at a hefty 5 1/2 Lbs. My 07/22 Open Boat trip is full. Next Open Boat date for Seabass is Monday 07/27. These tasty fish will not be around much longer. Get in on the fun. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Raffman
e_mail: mrafferty@specialindustries.net
boat_name: foolish pleasure
date: 11/20/2009
where: Mudhole and south
method: troll
species: Bluefin Tuna
other: Loads of life between Lillian and Mudhole including bait, whales, turtles, etc. No BFT but a nice 14 lb. Mahi and a bunch of skippies. Heard BFT were caught south of the GH.

name: Potter Rumsey & HArry McLaughlin
boat_name: The Professor
date: 7/20/09
where: East of BI
method: Trolling
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 47"
bait_used: Cedar Plugs, Zuckers, Jets, Spreader Bars
water_temp: 74
other: Landed a 47" bluefin. Lost a smaller bluefin at the boat. Also had a small skippie.

name: red smith
boat_name: the net
date: 7/20/09
where: seagirt reef
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 6.9
bait_used: strip with stinger
water_depth: 55-65
water_temp: 68.9
other: 9 keepers 3 over 5 lbs nice drift 5-10 NE wind.

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA III
date: 07-19-2009
where: EAST OF SR INLET
method: DRIFT/TROLL
species: Dusky Shark
size: 4 FT
bait_used: BLUEFISH/BUNKER
water_depth: 150-250
water_temp: 71 GREEN
other: OUT FOR A COMBINATION SHARK/TUNA TRIP AND BROUGHT MY 8 YEAR OLD SON FOR HIS FIRST "OFFSHORE" TRIP. SET UP ON THE DRIFT AND CAUGHT A DUSKY ABOUT 4 FOOT AFTER SHOWING HIM TO THE SON HE WAS RELEASED. HAD ONE MORE RUN OFF THAT MISSED THE HOOK AND SAW A SMALL HAMMERHEAD IN THE SLICK THAT DIDN'T EAT ANYTHING. WITH TUNA BUSTING AROUND THE BOAT WHILE SHARKING WE DECIDED TO GO ON THE TROLL BUT AFTER 2 HOURS WE NEVER HAD A TOUCH. GOD BLESS AMERICA AND GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS.

name: Greg
e_mail: pvs676@yahoo.com
boat_name: Storm Front
date: 7/19/09
where: Glory Hole
method: Troll
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: up to 40lbs
bait_used: Feathers, bars, daisy chains
water_depth: 150-250
water_temp: 72-75
other: Ran out to the Glory Hole a little later than we wanted to. Water started at 72 degrees. Not a touch until 11am. 40lbish Bluefin on the way way way back line. Worked the area, picked at some skippies. On the way in up on the flats the way way way back line went off again with another Bluefin around 30lbs which as released. Both Bluefin hit a blue & white feather spreader bar. Water was up to 75 degrees by the end of the day. All friends that were out also got atleast 1 Bluefin. Nice day on the water!

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 7/19/09
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: to 5.7 lbs
bait_used: bucktails/strips
water_depth: 60 ft
other: The Bob Milkovitz charter was aboard this morning for some fluke fishing. Drifting rough bottom with strip baits and bucktails produced 18 keepers to 5.7 lbs along with a few sea bass and ling. We still have a openings in July and August available for charter. GIve Capt Derek a call at 732-291-7675 to get in on the action.

name: Capt. Darren
e_mail: Dsv174@verizon.net
boat_name: Mary Lou Crew
date: 7/19/09
where: Ocean
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: 19 inches
bait_used: Bunker
other: Mary Lou Crew had a half day fluke trip with a bunch of young kids. We made one drop and had three keepers and two seabass on two drifts and had to come in!!! Sick crew members ended what was looking to be a good day!!!

name: Scott, Dan & Bryant
e_mail: bryant@medfordsh.com
boat_name: Beats Working
date: 7/18/09
where: Ocean
method: Drifting & chumming
species: S-Fin Mako Shark
size: 69 Inches
bait_used: Bluefish
water_depth: 115 feet
water_temp: 71 degrees
other: Caught 1 shark all day, a 69 inch Mako about 100 lbs. Caught on a ballon rig with about 20 feet of line below the ballon. After fighting the fish to the boat the Mako didn't like my 29 ft Stripper and headed for the bottom nearly dragging Scott off the boat. A lot of fun.

name: cap Jay V
e_mail: jjvent@optonline.net
boat_name: Always Something
date: 7/18/09
where: RB
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: 18 -3/4 to 22inch
bait_used: mixed
water_depth: 20' to 40'
water_temp: 70's
other: Started out early, rough conditions all morning with wind against the tide. Didn't stop the bite. Had 2 nice keepers 18 & 18 3/4 first Drift, and alot of 17-3/4 fish. 2nd Drift 22 & 21incher fat fluke.Then put another 2 keepers in the 20's all in shallow water. all total 100 shorts 3 robins only. Afternoon wind layed down hit a couple of nice blue schools, had 6 out of 11 blues. nice size. Water was really clean considering the storms that came threw. Boat ran great, A word to all that launch in Municiple, stop hogging the dock,this is not rocket science, in and out with your boat, plenty of people just hanging on the docks taking space, $25.00 is a rip to begin with. if you want to talk shit, tie up together outside of the inlet and have your tea time...

name: TRISH CALLOW
e_mail: DEBBIE.MESSICK@LMCO.COM
boat_name: DUKE OF FLUKE
date: 7/18/2009
where: SOMERS POINT BAY
method: SPINNING ROD
species: Fluke
size: 28 INCHES
bait_used: GULP
other: Trish really only wanted to go for a boat ride and she was with a group of 5 other people who were semi serious about fishig and persuaed her to fish. she also won a very nice pool on the boat with Captain Lee and his first mate Mike. A good day was had by all and Trish weighed her fish in at Dolfin Dock, Bait & tackle by Rob Barret Thank you Lee and Mike for such a great day.

name: Capt Rich Galauski
e_mail: captv07@hotmail.com
boat_name: Cindy Lou
date: July 18,2009
where: Red Church
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: 22 1/2 inch
bait_used: clams/squid
water_depth: 70'
water_temp: 73
other: incoming tide -- west wind

name: Ed
e_mail: Shoreexec@aol.com
boat_name: Nautical Mistress
date: July 18th
where: Ocean esat of Asbury
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: to 20"
bait_used: Squid, Smelt, Gulp
water_depth: 60ft
water_temp: 69
other: Had friend larry and his granson Michael out today for some Fluking. Lots of shorts and four very nice keepers. Michael nailed some big Sea bass while Larry was high hook with 3 keepers. Shorted ourselves on natural bait and went to Gulp which caught all the keeper fluke. Great pods of porpoise playing and feeding all over the place. Ocean must be loaded with aquid. Thanks to Michael for some expert netting.

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 7/17/2009
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 4lbs
bait_used: killie/sqiud peanut bunker
water_depth: 50
water_temp: 59
other: Fishing today north of Barnegat Inlet in pea soup fog and a chilly 59 degree warter made fluke fishing a little tuff. We did manage some nice keepers with a bite that lasted only a few hours.The fish were very tight in some area's and shorts drifts helped put the keepers in the box.

name: Gregory LaFrance
e_mail: gdl343@yahoo.com
boat_name: Due East
date: 7/17/09
where: West side of Glory Hole
method: Drifting, Chumming
species: S-Fin Mako Shark
size: 70" 100lbs
bait_used: Bluefish
water_temp: 72 Degrees
other: Breaking the Shark River Inlet at approx. 0445hrs we arrived on the west wall of the Glory Hole at 0710hrs. Then determined our drift direction while rigging our baits, and drove up drift about 2nm. Now with 3 lines in the water it was a hassel to keep the baits in the slick(any real fisherman has ran accross this problem many times). 2 1/2 into the drift Capt Greg LaFrance Sr. spotted a Mako about 6ft long circle the transome. While 1st mate Greg LaFrance Jr. immediately grabs the prerigged pitch bait and tosses it out in front of the make now circling in the slick with no luck. Shortly after losing site of the fish angler David Critelli spotted a 2nd shark much larger, however this shark only made 1 pass and didnt stick around long. 15 minutes later the short rod only 30' out runs off after letting it take about 100 yds of line we set up on the fish, fighting it for about 10 minutes before the first sighting and determing it was a Mako. 5 mintues later it came up to the side of the boat and the mate stuck a flying gaff in him and there was dinner. After securing him to the port side it was now time for a celebration cocktail. We fished for about another 2 hours just as we were getting ready to pick up and head for home another shark was spotted off the stern this 1 was hooked also on the short line, but didnt take much time at all. Angler Rob Dworzak gave this fish a hell of a fight and had him next to the boat in no time at all. Determining it was also a Mako about the same size as the 1 on the boat. We tagged and released him allowing him to grow for next time we return.

name: Ed Karecki
e_mail: scumlawyer@aol.com
boat_name: sea note NC
date: 7-17-09
where: North Carolina
method: Troll
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 30-70 Lbs
bait_used: Ballhooo
water_depth: deep
water_temp: warm
other: Big Ed Karecki chartered a 55ft. boat out of Oregon Inlet Fishing Center NC.Called the SEA-NOTE he took the kids on the big fishing trip. Ed Jr.,Ed III, Billy,Vinnie and BigED left the dock 500am returned at 530pm. 1 hour ride and we were tuna fishing Eddie III caught his first tuna 70 lbs and Billy caught his first also we had many shot strikes and then headed for the Mahi Grounds we only caught two but the Kids big Thrill was Hooking into the White Marlin Vinnie was the first on the rod but gave up after 20 minut battle Eddie III after a tought 20 more minutes finally brought the fish to boat side almost 100 pound white Marlin took some pictures and released the Beauty back to the deeps .all in all it was a great trip a little too late in the year for yellow fin as tthe big schools are off south jersey now . But a great trip and thats fishing at its best a short 1 hour boat ride and your on the fishing grounds . and it may be a 6-7 hour drive but for the price they charge down there its well worth the time. also the mate was active on the rods . try it out its a great time and worth the trip .

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 7/17/09
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: up to 7.5lbs
bait_used: bucktails
water_depth: 55 ft
other: Ran an open boat fluke trip today. Bouncing bucktails on rough bottom produced 15 keeper fluke up to 7.5 lbs along with several sea bass and many shorts. Still have a few charter dates available for bucktailing fluke, if interested please give Capt Derek a call at 732-291-7675 for more information and reservations.

name: Andrew
e_mail: amarsala07747@yahoo.com
boat_name: Master Baiter
date: 07/17/09
where: Ocean
method: Drift
species: S-Fin Mako Shark
size: up to 65"
bait_used: Bluefish/Bunker
water_depth: 200ish
water_temp: 72.0
other: THE BOAT BROKE THE INLET AT 0500 HOURS WITH THREE BUDDIES AND ME AND HEADED EAST FOR SOME SHARKING. ONCE WE WERE OUT ON OUR DRIFT WE IMMEDIATELY HAD LIFE AROUND US WITH SEVERAL MAHI-MAHI SWIMMING AROUND THE BOAT. HOOKED UP WITH ONE AND LOST IT SOON AFTER. WE DIDN�T HAVE TO WAIT LONG FOR MORE ACTION AS WE HAD A BLUE SHARK APPROX 6� HIT OUR LIGHT SPINNING ROD. LANDED THIS FISH AND SHORTLY AFTER HAD A SMALL MAKO HIT THE SAME ROD. THIS FISH JUMPED SEVERAL TIMES. AS THE DAY WENT ON WE HAD TWO MORE PUP MAKOS IN THE FOUR FOOT RANGE ALL OF WHICH JUMPED SEVERAL TIMES. WE THEN HAD A DUSKY SHARK AROUND 200 POUNDS. JUST AS WE WERE PULLING LINES A REEL STARTED TO RING AND FINALLY WE HAD A SIZABLE FISH. THIS MAKO ALSO JUMPED CLEANED OUT OF THE WATER CLEARING 3 FEET. GOT TO THE BOAT AND DECIDED MAKO STEAKS WOULD BE NICE. 65� FISH AND OFF TOWARDS HOME. WHAT AN AWESOME DAY ON THE WATER TO HAVE 4 MAKOS ON ONE TRIP. GOD BLESS THE USA.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/17/09
species: Fluke
other: Best day of the season for us so far with the keepers. Morning started out slow with the last of the outgoing and not much drift. Bounced around a couple area's looking for a bite. Nothing really happend till the change when we had a perfect drift. Worked the throtles all day holding the right depth. Tom Krako lead the way with his limit and then some using a bucktail and spro setup. Capt. Ron Sr. had 5 followed by Birthday boy Rocco's 4 and the pool fish!! Patience paid off today waiting for the bite....Capt.ron

name: George
boat_name: Sid's Kids
date: 7/17/2009
where: Cigar
method: drifting
species: S-Fin Mako Shark
bait_used: macks
water_depth: 131 feet
water_temp: 71 degrees
other: After a choppy ride out, we set up for sharking at about 9:00 am. At 10:30 am, our top water long bait went off and we had a nice mako on the line. After a good fight and a broken gaff, we tail roped the fish and our trip was made. No other shark bites but we did get a couple of bluefish. Great day.

name: Captain Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer II
date: 07/16
where: Ocean
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: up to 5 1/2 Pounds
bait_used: strip bait
water_depth: 55
other: This Morning we had Ralph debray and his family on the boat with 5 anglers and we had 20 keeper fluke up to 5 1/2 pounds and many throwbacks that were very close to legal size. This afternoon we have out Paul Fine and his charter of 6. They have 14 keeper fluke up to 4 1/2 pounds and a nice catch of cocktail bluefish. The 2 largest fluke were caught by John Markert age 10 at 4 1/2 pounds and the second biggest fish was caught by Tyler Fine age 9 at 4 1/4 pounds. Fluking has taken an upturn in the past few days! We have openings for this Sunday and next week please call Captain Ray for a reservation at 732-803-6276.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/16/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Weather report for today hurt us again with the customers, yet, it was a beautifull day on the water for those who did come down!! Had the last of the outgoing tide and a slider with the SW breeze in the AM. Still managed to pick at the shorts and a few keepers. Had our largest of the day in the morning with Lee Dourocher landing a very nice 7 3/4 pounder for the pool. "Dandy" Don redemed himself (after getting skunked yesterday) to come back today with 4 keepers. Tom Kracko also had 3 in the box. Tried Ambrose, NG. Fished down the beach but the roll from last nights offshore blow put the kibash to that..just a couple keepers and some shorts. Finished up on the Reach with one last shot of fish to end the day.....Capt.Ron

boat_name: intruder
date: 7 15 09
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 24
bait_used: gulp
water_depth: 60
water_temp: 71
other: fished the tires and the three mile line got four nice keepers and about 15 shorts good day on water drift picked up in the afternoon made better fishin

name: BOB K
date: 7-15-09
where: SANDY HOOK
method: surf fishing
species: Fluke
size: 6-17in.
bait_used: squid-spearing-clams
water_depth: 5-20ft.
water_temp: 71 deg.
other: Averaging 15 fluke per. trip. also one 27 in. striper. All throw backs.

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 7/15
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: to 7 lbs
bait_used: bucktails
water_depth: 55 ft
other: Left a little late this morning. A two man crew boated 11 keeper fluke to 7 lbs along with many shorts. All the fish were caught working bucktails. We will be running open boat this coming Friday 7/17 for fluke. Please give Capt Derek a call at 732-291-7675 for more info and reservations.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/15/09
species: Fluke
other: Yesterdays Charter with Mike Schwartz and the folks from Weichert reality couldn't have had worse conditions! Wind against the tide all day made it tough to say the least. Had some keepers and a handfull of shorts, not enough to make me happy though. Todays trip with Anthony Amiano and Buildings and Grounds faired much better, but only after the change of tide and wind! Finally had a decent drift with the incoming when the wind went South. Fished the Ocean on some 25 minute drifts with action the whole way. Frank Putillo Sr. had the pool fish along with Frank Junior showing his mentor how to do it, catching 4 keepers and 16 shorts! Great two days on the water with some very nice people...Capt.ron

name: fRANK GRANATO
boat_name: MUSIC MAN
date: JULY 14 2009
where: SANDY HOOK
method: DRIFTING LIVE BUNKER
species: Striped Bass
size: 49.5 INCHES 59.5LBS.
bait_used: LIVE BUNKER
water_depth: 39FT.
water_temp: 68
other: IsnaGGED A BUNKER AND LET IT DRIFT AND THE BIG FISH BUT WE GOT IN.TOOK IT.DURING THE BATTLE ASHARKHIT THE BASS 3 TIMES.BUT WE GOT IT IN.

name: Mike Lewis
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/14/2009
where: Inshore Wrecks
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: Up to 2 1/2 lbs.
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 65 to 75 Ft.
water_temp: 71 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had Mike Lewis and his 2 youg sons Michael Jr. and Ryan out for a few hours of Seabass fishing. We made 3 drops in a south current which gave the Seabass lockjaw but the group fished thru 100+ short fish and managed to put 43 Seabass up to 2 1/2 Lbs. plus a dozen Ling in the box. At noon we called it a day. I have 2 spots avail. for my July 20th Open Boat Seabass and 3 spots avail. for the July 22nd trip. Call me at 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Canyon Runner
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: July 13-14
where: Toms to Wilmington
method: Overngihter
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 70pounds
bait_used: Canyon Runner Bars/Ballyhoo
water_depth: 600
water_temp: 72-78
other: [B]60 Canyon Runner - 7/13-14 - 24 Yellowfin (9 between 50-70) & a Spearfish[/B] Capt. Mark DeBlasio, Capt. John Timken and Capt. Pete Doran had the Mark Novembre/Charles Korb charter out Monday to Tuesday on the 60 Ritchie Howell and put together a heck of a trip. They ran right back to the Spencer Canyon and worked the southeast corner down to the northeast corner of the Wilmington. They found fish hanging right on the break down at the Wilmington and caught a handful of smaller ones before setting up for the night which was uneventful with just a hammerhead. Tuesday was another story as the BIG yellowfin showed up. They starting picking 1.5 miles north of the northeast corner of the Wilmington around 8am and from 8am to 2pm had 7 big yellowfin in the 50-70 pound class. They also release a nice spearfish which ate a ballyhoo/Ilander combo. They work up to the southeast corner and picked 2 more 50-70 pound yellowfin. They also had another 15 smaller ones.
[B]48 Canyon Runner - 7/15-16 - 19 Yellowfin (4 Nice Ones/1 Mako/1 White Marlin)[/B] Capt. Mark DeCabia and Captain Mike Zajac took the Tom Biliecki charter out on Tuesday to Wednesday and decided to look back at the Hudson Canyon and a great temperature break coming into the 100-square - bad choice. There were no fish in it. So they worked down to the Toms Canyon and picked one 40 yellowfin during the entire afternoon troll. At night they quickly go their mako bite putting a 110 pouder in the boat. Knowing of the hot bite in the Spencer they 8knoted it down the line leaving the Toms at 11pm and ariving in the Spencer at 4pm for the morning troll. Good choice as they picked at another 18 yellowfin with 2 more in the 40-50 pound class. They also releaseed a nice white marlin and missed another plus added a mahi.

name: Low Pressure
e_mail: fiftycav@msn.com
boat_name: Low Pressure
date: July 13
where: 20 Fthm Fingers to Glory
method: Trolled
species: Bluefin Tuna
other: Great day out on the water. But we were skunked. Left Shark River late about 7:30 AM and headed south to the 20 fathom fingers. Once we got out there water was nice, 74 degrees, really clear but still greenish, gin clear, slick looking water. Stopped on a nice piece of railroad tie and it was holding mahi in the 10-20 lb class but they wouldnt eat. Spro's s and baits were thrown right in front of their noses and I think I saw a few of them give me the finger as the continued to circle under the haven that was a piece of railroad tie. Trolled towards the Resor and saw a lot life with turtles the size of a coffee table and other creatures breaking surface (we thought bigger BFT) but no knock downs. Continued north to the glory to troll the afternoon. No takers. With the wind comin out of the south we picked up and headed home at about three. Tied up and cleaned up and was home for dinner. Ate some beef negimaki and some sashimi with the wife from takara in Ocean. Cost me another 50 bucks. Go figure. Great day all in all. Low Pressure will get em next time

name: rocky
e_mail: rjones@yahoo.com
boat_name: rocky road
date: 7-13-09
where: seagirt reef
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 11.2lbs
bait_used: bluefish
water_depth: 50ish
water_temp: 69.8
other: well after reading all the good reports about seagirt reef decided to go there today after fishing was slow sunday at the en rocks well it paid off we only had 9 keepers between 3 of us but it was a qaulity day when my 11 yrs old daughter pulled up a fish of a lifetime 11.2 flattie we had wind against tide most of the day but we managed three qaulity fish twin 6 pounders and the big one all the other fish were 19inch fish bluefish strips were the ticket today going in the am will report back tuesday capt rocky

name: jerzee joe
boat_name: misty blue
date: 7-13-09
where: the rocks
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: big
bait_used: esca lures
water_depth: 45
water_temp: 70
other: read in the fisherman last week about these new esca lures well guys they work just to say we fished yesterday with out them and caught very little went out last night bought a few of those esca lures and what a difference well we had 13 keepers up to 9.9 lbs today lots of shorts plenty of action fished our normal rigs and caught very little so i do believe in these lures now be out wed again let you know

name: Rose Mary Walsh
e_mail: mikenro@optonline.net
boat_name: Dorothy B
date: 7/13
where: near hook
species: Fluke
size: to 20"
bait_used: squid,spearing,belly
other: It was a slow pick but I put two keepers in the cooler and my hubby had one for the pool.

name: July 13th "Open Boat"
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/13/2009
where: Inshore Wrecks
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: Up to 3 Lbs.
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 65 to 75 Ft.
water_temp: 72 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran today's Open Boat trip with 6 Anglers. When we arrived at our first drop we were greeted with a 1.5 Knot SE current which made holding bottom with 8 & 10 Oz. sinkers practically impossible. We made our second move and were in the same conditions. It was not until 9 AM that the current subsided and we were able to get into the Seabass on our third drop. The group quickly got into a good bite and finished the day with just over 80 Seabass up to 3 Lbs. in the fish box along with 6 Ling. I have 2 Spots open for my Monday July 20th Open Boat Seabass trip. Spots also remain avail. for my July 21st & July 22nd Open Boat. Get in on the fun. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: capt blackie
boat_name: fat boat
date: 7-12 7-13
where: klondike
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 10 lbs
bait_used: spro bucktails gulp
water_depth: 55 to 60
water_temp: 69
other: went out to the klondike after a bad weekend at the normal haunts well it paid off never leave the fat boat out of the ball game boys four of us had a limit in three hrs of fishing all on spros with gulp up to 10.4 lbs this is my 3 double digit fish in my boat this year what a year it is and its only july 13 saw three other boats there today somebody must of been keeping it a secret because everyone was cathing got back to the dock and the fish and game was there he asked to search our boat said go rite ahead when he lifted up our lid on the cooler he just closed it and said nice going guys what a catch and off he went

name: phil
e_mail: phl1231@gmail.com
boat_name: master baiter
date: 7-13-09
where: seagirt reef
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 8.9 lbs
bait_used: tinker macks
water_depth: deep
water_temp: warm
other: netted some tinkers at the dock this morning well they worked after catching nothin but a few sat and sun decided to give it one more day before the wife has me do things well any how nice day had a limit 12 keepers me and the wife of course she got the two biggest 8.9 lbs and a 7.14 weighed in at macks lots of four pound fish along with the biggies some nice large hump back seabass also just wish I knew a way to clean them better im now just getting the flounder thing down

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/13/09
species: Fluke
other: Been pretty much the same story the past few days..We've covered many area's including all channels, reef, beaches, snags and wrecks looking for the perfect bite or hidden pile of keeper fluke. Most area's produce on the shorts, some places better than others with a mix of keepers each day. Today we had out Jimmy Learn and the boys from local 164 retirees. Ken Terhune took the big money with a very nice 6 pound fish, followed by Jason Schneider's second place fish at 4 1/2 pounds. Bob Collins was high hook with 3 keepers. A couple shots at Sea Bass and short fish for the action. Beautifull day on the water. Chartered Tuesday and Wednesday this week. Thanks, Capt.ron

name: walt g.
e_mail: walter gensheimer@gmail.com
boat_name: landside
date: 7-12-09
where: 2 miles off red church
method: drifting
species: Fluke
size: shorts
bait_used: everything
water_depth: 56 foot
water_temp: 67 deg.s
other: went out again after sat. blow s.e. nice conditions today. however, all shorts fluke & seabass, fluking sucks right now. lucky to get 3 legal fluke per person. & even the seabass are small size. but most likely all govt surveys will say that we "over-fished" our fluke quota this yr, which they are full of s***. -landslide

name: Abe Coban
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/12/2009
where: Inshore Wrecks
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: Up to 3 Lbs.
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 55 to 65 Ft.
water_temp: 72 Degrees
other: THE SEABASS BITE CONTINUES! The Abe Coban charter joined Capt. Paul for a day of Seabass fishing. Although Abe & his friends had little to no Seabass experience They were anxious to fill the fish box. After going thru the learning curve they got it together and did a great job of putting together a catch of 75 Seabass up to 3 Lbs. and 14 Ling. I have "Open Boat" Seabass trips scheduled for July 20th, 21st & 22nd. Get in on the fun and have a good time. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Dennis Nieradka
e_mail: Firstarr@aol.com
boat_name: The Cock Robin
date: July 12 2009
where: the Mud hole
method: jigs and bait
species: Bluefish
size: 10-15 lbs
bait_used: jigs green tails
other: Hello All Was hope for a great day and time ,and got both .Captain Jim always does a great job finding them and the helping you catch them with words of encourgement.+ you never know who you mite meet like a fellow bowler and a good friend . This boat captain and crew are the best in my eyes ,you never go home disapointed NEVER . The mates work with you at all times,all thou i do miss travler a lot,he was always a great friend. Was abile to catch 10 blues lost 2 and broke 2 jigs. I think those what to live longer. If you what to catch fish with a great boat and crew don't drive your self crazy, find the cock robin and you love the attion you get. Also meber of s.w.a.b.c. Salt Water Anglers Bergen County. Tight lines all. Only on the cock robin.

name: red smith
boat_name: the net
date: 7/12/09
where: 1/2 mile inside seagirt reef
species: Fluke
size: 7.5-6.3-5.8
bait_used: buctail stinger with strips
water_depth: 35 -45
water_temp: 67
other: slow bite today sea robbin belly was the bait of choice. 7keeprs with 15 shorts plus 18.4 lb bluefish

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 7/12/09
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: up to 6 lbs
bait_used: bucktails/strips
water_depth: 55 ft
other: Fished down the beach again today on some rough bottom. Drifting bucktails and big strip baits produced 13 keeper fluke to 6 lbs. We will be sailing open boat for fluke this week on Thursday 7/16 and Friday 7/18. For more information and reservations please give Capt Derek a call at 732-291-7675.

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
date: 7/12/09
species: Fluke
other: Today�s open boat trip showed very good fishing and much nicer weather than yesterday. We had action all day and ended up with 6 keeper fluke to 3 pounds, a dozen nice sea bass, 2 ling, and after netting some bunker we added a striper to the box. We will be running open boat trips this weekend for sea bass and fluke. Give me a call for more details.

name: Jim Paras
e_mail: JParas1@msn.com
boat_name: Double Barrel
date: 7/12/09
where: Inshore Wrecks
method: Drift
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 3lbs
bait_used: Clam
water_depth: 70'-80'
water_temp: 62-74
other: Took former boat owner Bobby Bacala out Sunday for some bottom fishing and managed to put together a nice catch of ling, sea bass and fluke. Lost count of how many fish we caught but we headed back with a dozen nice seabass to 3lbs.

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 7/11/2009
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 4lbs
bait_used: killie/squid
water_depth: 55
water_temp: 70
other: We were able to get a half day of fluke fishing in before the south wind kicked up. Fishing off IBSP was pretty good with some decent fuke in the box today. The short to keeper ratio was a little better and it looks like it will continue to get better.

name: Ed
e_mail: Shoreexec@aol.com
boat_name: Nautical Mistress
date: July 11
where: Axel Carlson
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: To 19.5 inches
bait_used: Smelts and Squid Strips
water_depth: 74 ft
water_temp: 68
other: Mike, Jay and Larry aboard for a morning trip. Mike is a near pro and fished hard for his two nice keeper fluke. Jay had one too but Larry and the Ed just handled tangles and the net! Had amess of nice Sea Bass as well. Four old guys just drifting along!

name: Gordon Miller
e_mail: gmiller1078@gmail.com
boat_name: Nimrod
date: 7/11/09
where: Hudson
method: Trolling
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 50 pounds
bait_used: ballyhoo/spreaderbars
water_depth: 600-2000
water_temp: 71
other: trolled the hudson, had 64 water at the first spot and moved and found the temp break of 71. had first fish on shortly after to be 50 pound yellowfin. thought we finally found some sizable fish only to be infested with rats for the next hour. after the early bite that was it for the day, all done by 630am. 1 keeper and 6 rats for the day. great water color and found warmer water (74.5) offshore with great breaks but no bait or life... marked no bait when the fish hit. where is all the bait and good yellowfin and why are single engine CC going offshore? especially when they forcast 30knot winds in the afternoon?

name: Capt. Darren
e_mail: dsv174@verizon.net
boat_name: Mary Lou Crew
date: 7/11/2009
where: Ocean
method: chumming
species: S-Fin Mako Shark
size: 198 lbs
other: The Mary Lou Crew was out for one more shot at the sharks. Fishing in the JCSA High Rollers Shark Tournament with a nice forecast and beautiful weather we headed offshore. We made a quick stop at one spot but after sitting and drifting for about a half hour I decided it did not look right. We moved further east and found beautiful blue water with a ton of life so this is where we landed for the day! After 3 hours with out a touch on any lines, the wind picked up a little and the long line went off. The fish dumped 200 yards before I set up on it and had it hooked up! We new this was the right one!!! After two more real good runs the fish came to the boat like a puppy and 15 minutes later had a 198 pound mako in the boat and headed for the scale. The fish ended up taking the largest mako prize and a great end to our 2009 shark tournament season!!!

name: George
boat_name: Megan Beth
date: 7/11/09
where: North of inlet
method: bottom
species: Fluke
size: 18.5 in
bait_used: squid/spearing
water_depth: 45
water_temp: 70
other: Open boat trip for Fluke on the Megan Beth with John,Mark,Steve and George. Leaving the inlet at 7:00 AM we headed up to the church in 45 foot of water. Tried around 5 spots from the church up to Long Branch only to show two small Bluefish and two keeper Sea Bass and a bunch of short Fluke.The wind started picking up at 10:00 AM and by noon the wind was out of the South at about 20 knots. 10 oz of weight was not enough to hold bottom. We fished inside the inlet the rest of the day. Managed two keepers and a bunch of shorts for the day, disappointing day on the water for us. :mad: :mad:

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 7/11/09
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: up to 6.6 lbs
bait_used: bucktails/strips
water_depth: 60 ft
other: Fished down the beach this morning. Bucktails and strips produced 15 keeper fluke with two of the fish being over 6 lbs. We will be running open boat this coming week for fluke. Please give capt Derek a call at 732-291-7675 for more information and reservations.

name: Keith Frederick
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/11/2009
where: Inshore Wrecks
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: Up to 3 Lbs.
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 65 to 80 Ft.
water_temp: 72 Degrees
other: THE SEABASS ARE BITING! The Keith Frederick charter came down from NY to get in on the great Seabass fishing. They were not disappointed and all went home with a bag of Fillets. Capt. Paul stayed in the 60 to 80 ft. depth and worked 5 drops. Early morning was the most productive as a strong south current along with a brisk south wind slowly brought the bite to a slow pick. It did not matter as the charter finished the day with just over 100 nice Seabass in the box along with 10 Ling. I have "Open Boat" Seabass trips scheduled for July 20th, 21st & 22nd. If you enjoy Seabass fishing now is the time to call 732-323-8700 and reserve your spot.

name: Uncle Buck
boat_name: Golden Eagle
date: 7/11/09
where: Ocean
method: Chumming
species: Bluefish
size: 5-8lbs
bait_used: Bunker,sardines
other: Since I cant seem to catch a keeper fluke this year I decided to go bluefishing because I needed some bend in my rod. Picked fish most of the day,stopped counting after 5, Everybody on board had at least 3 or 4.Nice day on the water.Don't forget to take care of the mates.

name: jersey joe
boat_name: misty blue
date: 7/10/09
where: sea girt reef
method: anchored
species: Fluke
size: 8.5
bait_used: gulp
water_depth: 45
water_temp: 67
other: 10 keepers to 8.5 lbs then the ne blow went in to high gear.

name: Mick Pirolli
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/10/2009
where: Inshore Wrecks
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: Up to 3 Lbs.
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 65 To 90 Ft.
water_temp: 73 Degrees
other: THE SEABASS ARE NOW BITING! The Mick Pirolli charter got in on the best Seabass fishing we have seen in a while. Capt. Paul worked the structure in 65 Ft. out to 90 Ft. and all drops were holding Seabass. We did not see as many shorts as we have been seeing on previous trips and all the Seabass were nice keepers well over the 12 1/2" minimum size limit. After 3 stops the charter had over 120 Seabass up to 3 lbs. in the box and over a dozen Ling. I am sailing "Open Boat" Seabass trips on July 20th, 21st & 22nd. Come catch them while they are biting. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 7/10/09
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: up to 3 lbs
bait_used: squid/smelt
water_depth: 50 ft
other: Manny Vidal and friends were out this morning for a slow pick of fluke. Unfortunately the party had no keepers come aboard but the kids had plenty of short action. The Don Picot charter was back out in the afternoon boating several fluke to 3 lbs along with many shorts. We will be running open boat fluke trips this coming week. Give Capt Derek a call at 732-291-7675 for more information or reservations.

name: red smth
boat_name: the net
date: 7/10/09
where: sea girt reef
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 9.4 lbs
bait_used: bucktail squid
water_depth: 55-60
water_temp: 67
other: 12 keepers a mess of shorts then the wind made it almost impossible you must grind it out to get your keepers.

name: CAPT RAY BURKE
boat_name: MAD GAFFER II
date: 7 10 09
where: OCEAN
method: BAIT
species: Fluke
size: TO 5 LBS
bait_used: SQUID
water_depth: 35
other: ON YESTERDAYS REPORT I BUT THE WRONG DATE IN I WROTE 7/10 WHEN IT SHOULD HAVE SAID 7/9 THE FOLLOWING IS THE REPORT FOR TODAY 7/10 WE HAD DECENT FISHING FOR FLUKE TODAY KEEPING ABOUT 25 KEEPERS AND RELEASING MANY MORE FOR GOOD ACTION ALL DAY . NELSON M HAD THE BIG ONE TODAY A FISH ABOUT 5 LBS. I HAVE OPENINGS FOR OPEN BOAT OR CHARTER RESERVATIONS FOR THIS SAT AND SUN AS WELL AS ALL OF NEXT WEEK CALL CAPT RAY AT 732 803 6276 AND MAKE YOUR RESERVATION TODAY

name: LUCKY
e_mail: luckyheffern@gmail.com
boat_name: Polar Exp.
date: 7-9-2009
where: Sandy Hook Bay, river and the Nav.& the Shrewsbury Rivers
method: Bottom
species: Fluke
size: Keepers 18'
bait_used: Squid, kellies, spearing, mullet and blue fish fillets
water_depth: 6' to 40'
water_temp: 74'
other: Left the atlantic highlands at 6:30 am and headed south up the river. First drift put a 19" fluke in the box. After that it was a unbeliveable morning of drifting with absolutley no fish from the Atlantic Highlands bridge up into the Nav. and also the Shrewsbury Rivers. From there we headed back into the the Sandy Hook Bay. After several drift's at at least 7 different locations in the bay, we caught about 30 more fish, but not one more legal fluke. We pulled the boat at 2pm.

name: Frank
e_mail: fal56@verizon
boat_name: makessense
date: 07/09/09
where: Sandy Hook
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: 18" plus
bait_used: Squid and Spearing
water_depth: 30 too 15 feet
water_temp: 68
other: Fishing by 7:30am,started out at the Bug light caught many shorts.Rounded the Hook went down to the eleven can more shorts and sea robbins.Ended the day early one of my boat mates,not feeling to great.Came home with two keepers.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/9/09
where: Ocean/Bay
species: Fluke
other: Wouldn't call todays fishing good by any means, don't care how many shorts came up or what the total KEEPER number was. The first couple drifts were the best with a few very nice size fish. Tom Krako put 3 in the cooler and was High hook. Pool fish at 5 pounds. Wind against the tide after the change made it a futile attempt at putting any numbers together. Fished Amrose for a while with only a couple shorts and a keeper....big dissapointment after the fishing there 3 days ago!! I'm sure the easterly flow, once again isn't going to help... In my own opinion, I don't see a new shot of big fish coming into the bay, normally from here on out these fish are actually getting ready to leave from the back bays.....how many 10 pounders caught this season??? The upcoming Fluke tournaments should be interesting. Blues Friday night 7:30pm Saturday and Sunday Afternoon 3:30pm till 9:30pm. Chartered Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday next week...thanks, Capt.ron

name: capt ray burke
boat_name: mad gaffer ii
date: 7/09/09
where: ocean
method: bait
species: Fluke
size: to 5 lbs
bait_used: squid
water_depth: 40
other: we had the john edwards 4 man charter for some more excellent fluke fishing they had 20 keepers up to the 5lbs with many in the 3 to 4 lb class i have openings for for friday sat and sun of this week as well as all of next week for open boat or charters call capt ray at 732 803 6276 for reservations

name: Capt. Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 7/8/09
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Fluke
size: 6 1/2 lbs
bait_used: Sand Shark
water_depth: 50 ft
water_temp: 65
other: Fluke fishing was just fair today. It was a beautiful day, but there was a little to much wind to drift over wrecks. We still managed to catch wquite a few keepers and some nice fish. Brandon Orvellio age 9 caught the big fluke, 6 1/2 lb and several other fish. Frank Que also caught a fish over 5 lbs, and several other fish in the 5 lb bracket were also boated along with other keepers. I have openings tomorrow, Fri and for the weekend and next week for open trips or charters. Call Capt Ray at: 732803-6276

name: deep water
boat_name: fat boat
date: 7-8-09
where: sea girt reef
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 18 to 29.5 inches
bait_used: squid spearing
water_temp: 68
other: fished the reef today lots of action best ive seen at the reef in sometime lots of qaulity fish there had a limit for two guys in no time with a 29.5 inch fish my scale is broke so i guess it was around 9lbs lots of nice fish there

name: jerzee joe
boat_name: capt blackie
date: 7-8-09
where: sea girt reef
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: shorts to 11.5 lbs
bait_used: meat
water_temp: 67.5
other: went right back where we left them tuesday and the bite was off the hook three of us caught well over 60ish fish lots of keepers tossed back today we were culling through them to keep fish above 4lbs well I know for a fact out of 18 11 were over 4lbs going again in the am its on fire hope it keeps up for awhile

name: Roland, Russell, Tom, Ron, George, Brian, Gary
e_mail: mbroth1@comcast.net
boat_name: TENACIOUS
date: Julu 6-7
where: Hudson
method: Troll, Drift
species: Swordfish
size: 206 lb
bait_used: Skipjack
water_depth: 450 ft
water_temp: 68-74
other: Capt Bernie hosted our annual Exploratory Canyon trip on an overnighter in the Hudson Canyon. Afternoon trolling produced 6 small yellowfins and endless skippies. Nightime drifting produced a hookup on a skipjack fillet at 100 ft that we thought was a shark.Three hours later in round robin fashion the anglers brought a 206 lb swordfish to the boat that measured 74 in. Morning trolling produced 6 more small yellowfins. All the yellowfins were released except 4 barely legal ones for the table. Beautiful weather, great team effort, thousand laughs and good fishing with my favorite crew.

name: "Open Boat" Seabass
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/07/2009
where: Inshore Wrecks
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: Up to 3 Lbs.
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 65 To 90 Ft.
water_temp: 72 Degrees
other: After taking off the weekend to complete some needed maintenance Capt. Paul was back out with his first Open Boat trip of July. The Rich Shearer group was joined by the Tom Johnson group for a good day of Seabass fishing. We worked pieces in 65 to 90 ft. and the charter had good action on most stops. Fishing thru over 150 small Seabass they put together a nice catch of over 60 Seabass up to 3 lbs. and a dozen Ling. 2 Spots are still available for my July 13th Open Boat Seabass trip. I will be running "Open Boat" Seabass trips on July 21st & July 22nd. Get in on the bite while it lasts. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot or get more information.

name: Damien Romeo
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: July 5-7
where: Hudson
method: Overngihter
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: small to 50#
bait_used: Canyon Runner Bars/Ballyhoo
water_depth: 600
water_temp: 68
other: 60 Canyon Runner 7/6-7- 25 Yellowfin (4 Nice Ones) and Small Mako Released Capt. Mark DeCabia took the 60 Ritchie Howell out on Monday/Tuesday with the John Scheon charter. Capt. Mike Zajac joined with Capt. John Timken. They left the dock at 1pm and hit the west wall of the Hudson at 5pm and got in 4 hours on the troll. They were pulling all big spreader bars looking for another big-eye but nothing transpired. They put out the regular 9" squid bars and ballyhoo and picked 3 yellowfin with one nice one in the 50 pound class before the night set in. Their drift took them off the bank but all they had to show for it was a small mako released and a brown shark. Up on the troll early in the morning found a very slow yellowfin bite turn on after 8am and they started picking away on double, triples and quadruples. They finished the trip with 25 yellowfin with 4 in the 25-50 pound class.
60 Canyon Runner 7/5-6 - 15 Yellowfin (6 Nice Ones) Capt. Phil Dulanie, Capt. Mark DeCabia and Capt. Mike Zajac had the 60 Ritchie Howell out Sunday into Monday with the Damien Romeo charter and got to the grounds early Sunday morning in hopes of an early bite but it did not materialize for us. Trolling bigger lure and the largest Yamashita spreader bars we have we were hoping for lightening to stike again but it was not our day. 5 big-eyes were caught Sunday among 15 or 20 boats but not us. They ended up trolling all day putting 15 yellowfin in the boat releasing 9 of them. Those fish ate ballyhoo, tuna clones and squid bars. At night saw nothing but a brown shark and a blue shark. They got up on the troll early Monday morning for a few quick hours on the troll but no picked a big-eye on Monday so they came home.
48 Canyon Runner 7/5-6 - 56 Yellowfin (11 Nice Ones) Capt. Mark DeBlasio, Capt. Peter Doran and Ryan DiBaggio took out an open boat trip Sunday to Monday and started right where we left off Friday afternoon on the west wall of the Hudson Canyon. Trolling in the early afternoon did not do too much but the fish came up around 6pm and from 6pm to 9pm they troll 25 yellowfin. They put 4 in the box with 2 in the 40 pound class. Canyon Runner rainbow green machine bars, and Canyon Runner purple/black squid bars in 9" squid were the key. At night it seems that the mako fishing has slowed as none were seen. They did pull a brown shark or two but nothing to write home about. Up on the troll in the morning they got the bite they were looking for as a big-eye exploded on the lure trolled between the two Canyon Runner spreader bars but it never came tight. This was at 6:30am and they spent the rest of the day lamenting about the one they missed. What made the rest of the day easier is they caught another 31 yellowfin ending up with 11 in the box with 3 over 40 pounds, 3 around 25 pounds and the rest around 30 inches.

name: bob o
e_mail: bobr7@comcast.net
boat_name: misty blue
date: 7-7-09
where: shrewsbury rocks
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: shorts to 8.6 lbs
bait_used: strips
water_depth: 45ft
water_temp: 68
other: fished the rocks this morning me and my son had a limit by 1100 am seems to be an early bite lots of qaulity fish my sons 8lber was a nice fish fresh meat bait of choice lost plenty of riggs and sinkers its starting to heat up guys real nice cant wait for my marina tournament this weekend

name: capt. ray burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 6/7/09
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Fluke
size: 8 1/2 lbs
bait_used: sand shark
water_depth: 45 ft
water_temp: 63
other: We had excellent fluke and sea bass fishing today. Many keepers, both fluke and sea bass. 83 year old Jum Caruso had 5 keeper fluke, all good size up to 4 lbs and many large sea bass. John Heumenman had the hot hand today with big fish. He had 5 keepers including an 8 1/2 and a 5 1/2 fluke plus sea bass. We have open boat trips all week and weekend and are also available for charter. Call Capt. Ray at: 732 803-6276.

name: jersey joe
e_mail: goodfish@yahoo.com
boat_name: capt blackie
date: 7-7-09
where: seagirt reef
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 3lbs to 9lbs
bait_used: fresh meat
water_temp: 68.5
other: fished the reef today what a difrence 1 day makes we had lots of fish today limited 3 guys all nice fish lots of shorts must of caught 60 fish today total had a 9.10 so close to double digits goin again tomorrow got to fish close to the snags where they live

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/7/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Morning was a slow start waiting for the change of tide, just a few shorts and an odd keeper. Took awhile to get the ride conditions, but had good fishing once we did. The shorts out numbered the keepers once again, still, very nice action. Lou Ciavatti had the pool fish at 5 1/2 pounds. Very nice day on the water and we beat the thunderstorms home... Sailing Friday night for Blues 7:30pm till 1:30 AM and Saturday and Sunday 3:30 till 9:30pm. Chartered next Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday...Thanks, Capt.Ron

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
date: 7-5,6-09
species: Black Sea Bass
other: We have been bottom fishing almost every trip with very good catches of ling and sea bass. Sunday�s trip ended up with 30 ling, a handful of sea bass, and a 21 inch cod. Monday showed many more sea bass up to 6 pounds. I have 2 spots still open for this Fridays open boat trip. Give me a call to reserve a spot. 732-567-3289

name: steve jeannie brian
e_mail: vice 1965@yahoo.com
boat_name: HELEN C
date: 7-6-09
where: sandy hook
method: drifting
species: Fluke
size: 20
bait_used: you name it
water_depth: 15-30
water_temp: 68
other: it was a slow pick,hooked 25 fish between the 3 of us with only one keeper.most of the boats were stacked up in the bay,but drifting there only produced a few shorts.tried drifting along the beaches and found more fish,most of them were 13-15 inches,the same size as you can buy at any supermarket.

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 7/6/2009
where: ocean
method: bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 3lbs
bait_used: clams
water_depth: 60-90
water_temp: 71
other: I had the John Rice charter out today for a day os wreck fishing. The inshore stuff did not produce for us today so I moved out to some deeper water wrecks and had much better results. The sea bass and ling fishing was very good and all anglers caught there fare share. At the end of the trip the cooler was filled with ling and sea bass.

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 7/6/09
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: up to 5lbs
bait_used: bucktails/strips
water_depth: 50 ft
other: Ran a crew trip this afternoon for a few hours. Drifting rough bottom with bucktails produced 10 keeper fluke to 5 lbs with some sea bass and ling mixed in. We are now offering 8 hour bait/bucktail trips as well as night time striped bass trips. Call Capt Derek at 732-291-7675 for more info and reservations.

name: Capt Derek Bielitz
e_mail: captderek@bndcharterfishing.com
boat_name: Fisher Price III
date: 7/5/09
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: to 5 lbs
water_depth: 50 ft
other: Had the Ed Malgrew charter out today. Started looking around for a few stripers. Only able to boat one keeper to 16lbs the crew deceided to finish the day fluking. In a short time the crew managed to boat 5 keepers to 5 lbs drifting rough bottom. We will be running deepwater fluke trips through July and August and will now be sailing for striped bass in the evenings. Give Capt Derek a call at 732-291-7675 for more info and to get in on the action.

name: CAPT RAY BURKE
boat_name: MAD GAFFER II
date: 7/5/09
where: OCEAN
method: BAIT
species: Fluke
size: TO 8AND 1/2 LBS
bait_used: SQUID AND SPEARING
water_depth: 45 TO 50 F33T
water_temp: 63
other: ANOTHER EXCELLENT DAY FLUKE AND SEA BASS FISHING. WE HAD 38 KEEPER FLUKE ALL OVER 3 LBS WITH MOST IN THE 3/1/2 TO 4 LB SIZE AS WELL AS BIG SEA BASS ROGER FARR HAD HIS LIMITS OF BOTH SPECIES WITH HIS BIG FLUKE OF 8 AND 1/2 LBS.ANN BEARDSLY SCORED A FLUKE OF 6LBS AMONG HER LIMIT CATCH DURELL WEEKS HAD A 5 LB FLUKE TO TOP OFF HIS LIMIT CATCH I HAVE PLENTY OF OPENINGS ALL OF NEXT WEEK FOR CHARTER OR OPEN BOAT RESERVATIONS. CALL CAPT RAY AT 732 803 6276 AND GET IN ON THIS GOOD FISHING

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/05/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Had a good 2 hours of fishing this morning on quality fish! Eric was the high hook with 4 up to 6 3/4 pounds. Shrimpman had 3 along with Lynn and Rocco. Several fish 3 to 5 pounds and not many shorts. The afternoon was tough as the current ran way too hard, picked at some shorts and an odd keeper, and a few nice sea bass. Great day on the water. Capt.Frank is out this afternoon in search of some Bass and Blues...seems the bluefish have gone into thier normal July blight. Hopefully that will pick up after the moon.....Chartered Monday morning.

e_mail: rjmelton@meltons.com
boat_name: Nutz N Boltz
date: 7/04/09
where: Spencer / Lindy
method: Troll
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: mostly small
bait_used: plastic / Ballyhoo
water_depth: 300 - 3000
water_temp: 71
other: Worked the 2 Cannons hard and got beat up with easy 10 - 12 footers. Spencer showed no bait or signs of life. Pulled the gear and moved 14 miles North to Lindy and quickly got into a bunch of little Tuna. Trolled for several hours releasing fish after fish and then made a decision to do one more pass before calling it a day. Hooked up on a short rigger, and 23 pounds of drag went screaming. We knew we had a fish for the box this time so we cleared the lines and made sure we kept a hold of this puppy. Gaffed a 42 pound Yellow and headed back at 10 knots till 30 off and was able to keep picking it up as we got closer. Back in Beach Haven to see an awsome Fire works display.

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 7/4/2009
where: Ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 3lbs
bait_used: killie/bluefish
water_depth: 40-55
water_temp: 70
other: Fishing off the beach at Island Beach State Park was good today. The ratio of keepers to throw backs was much better. The only deecent bite was in the deeper water and was pretty consistant.At the end of the day we had some nice fish in the box and hopes that this area a fishery will only get better.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/4/09
where: Bay
species: Fluke
other: Stayed local today and glad we did. Had a light crowd with the holiday weekend. With the Current and wind together, we were very limited to where we could fish and hold bottom. Stayed in the bay with plenty of action on shorts and some very nice keepers. Couple guys had 15 to 20 fish with the shorts going back and an average of 3 keepers in the cooler. Youngsters, Mathew, Liam and Kevin combined for 6 nice fish between them. Sailing for blues Sunday afternoon 3:30pm (NOT) 7:30pm as listed in the paper!!! Chartered Monday morning. Thanks...Capt.ron Couple good pics of the future hard core fishermen!!

name: CAPT RAY BURKE
boat_name: MAD GAFFER II
date: 7/4/09
where: OCEAN
method: BAIT
species: Fluke
size: TO 5 LBS
bait_used: SQUID AND SPEARING
water_depth: 40
other: TODAY WE HAD EXCELLENT FISHING FOR FLUKE SEA BASS AND PORGIES CARLOS TURK AND FAMILY HAD A GREAT CATCH OF FLUKE SEABASS AND PORGIES CAROLINE TURK A 9 YEAR OLD HAD A SEA BASS OVER 4 1/2 LBS WE HAD FLUKE TO 5 LBS LOTS OF SEA BASS TO 4LBS PORGIES FROM 2 TO 3 LBS WE ALSO RELEASED 25 KEEPER BLACKFISH I HAVE OPENINGS FOR TOMMORROW AS WELL AS ALL OF NEXT WEEK AND AND NEXT WEEKEND FOR CHARTERS AND OPEN BOAT CALL CAPT RAY AT 732 803 6276 FOR RESERVATIONS AND GET IN ON THIS GREAT BOTTOM FISHING

name: John & Peggy
boat_name: Late Meeting
date: 7/3
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: all sizes to 3 lbs
bait_used: clam,squid, spearing and Gulp
water_depth: 45'-55'
water_temp: 68
other: A beautiful day on the water. The weather held out but for some showers around noon. The fishing was great from our first drift until we called it a day. For the first time we tried Gulp. We were pleasantly surprised. Had many large bass and 2 keeper fluke on the artificial bait. The rest of the catch was on natural bait. The scent that's on the Gulp product is the secret the bait looks so life like that when we were cleaning the catch we found Gulp in the stomach and couldn't tell it from live bait until we tried to cut it. Bottom fishing was fun but can't wait for the stripers to come in the fall.

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA III
date: 07-03-09
where: WAY WAY EAST OF SR INLET
method: TROLL
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: JUST SHORT
bait_used: PLASTIC AND BALLYS
water_depth: 500-3000
water_temp: 66-70
other: FIRST TRIP TO THE DEEP IN THE NEW SLED, WITH THE CREW OF DANNY, KIRK, ROBBIE AND MYSELF WE LEFT THE INLET AT 0330 AND ARRIVED ON THE GROUNDS ABOUT 0700. SET THE SPREAD AND WERE QUICKLY COVERED UP BY SKIPPIES. CONTINUED TO TROLL AND ALTERNATED THROUGH DOUBLE AND TRIPLE HEADERS OF SKIPPJACKS AND SMALL YFT. HIGHLIGHT OF THE TRIP WAS THE WHITE MARLIN THAT CAME INTO THE SPREAD AND AND HIT EVERYTHING OUT, HE WAS HOOKED BUT ONLY FOR A FEW SECONDS. ENDED THE DAY WITH 20+ PLUS YELLOWFINS BUT NONE FOR THE BOX. GREAT FIRST TRIP TO THE EDGE. GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEVER FORGET 09-11-2001.

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 7/2/2009
where: Bargnegat Light Reef
method: drift
species: Fluke
bait_used: killie/squid
water_depth: 55
water_temp: 71
other: Fishing today on the Barnegat Light Reef for fluke was a littel tuff. We caught many fish but not many keepers. We did have some nice sea bass on the drift that helped fill the cooler.The conditions were good and hopefully some bigger fish will move in soon.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/2/09
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Today's plan "A" went out the window when an Easterly breeze came up on the way out....with wind against the tide and no drift, the bay was out!!!! Fished the outgoing current in the channels and picked at the shorts. The roll got bigger as the tide ran harder so that was out. Fished the knoll for a few drifts, had some nice keepers along with short fish. Back to the ocean for the change of tide, NG. Ended the day playing catch and release on way too many 17 inch fish....Seriously starting to think about a Sushi bar on the boat!! Capt.ron

name: Frank Ruddy
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/02/2009
where: Inshore Wrecks
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: Up to 3 1/2 Lbs.
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 60 to 90 Ft.
water_temp: 70 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Frank Ruddy charter on board the Bounty Hunter for a day of Seabass fishing. The day started off with less than desirable conditions. We had a large heave from the East and a very strong current from the south. Once anchored we were in the trough and it was not comfortable. The Seabass did not bite well until we made our way out to 90 Ft. There the charter put together a nice catch of 60 Ling and Seabass up to 3 1/2 lbs. I have 1 spot available for my Open Boat Seabass trip on July 8th. 4 spots available for my Open Boat Seabass trip on July 13th and 6 spots available for my Open Boat Fluke trip on July 9th. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Capt Tom
e_mail: captaintom09@msn.com
boat_name: NAN SEA J
date: 7-1-09
where: offshore
method: chumming
species: S-Fin Mako Shark
size: 60lbs
water_temp: 67
other: Our open boat shark trip saw another small Mako released along with a 100lb blue shark. Two more run offs failed to hook up. Beautiful water out there and the Thunderstorms kept things interesting.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/1/09
where: ocean
species: Fluke
other: Very tough conditions once again, from no drift, to too much drift then back to no drift but the current running crazy!! Picked at the shorts and had a couple shots of keepers. The drift of the day had 7 keepers, when we tried to repeat it, NG. Bob Schlink Bucks County PA had the pool fish at 6 pounds. He and Jim Bahr combined for 5 nice keepers. Mitch and Billy also ended the day with 5 in the cooler. Way more shorts than keepers today..... Fireworks Cruises on Friday and Saturday so the afternoon trips are off. Chartered on Monday morning.

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