name: capt. ray burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 12/29/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Blackfish
size: 13 pounds
bait_used: Crabs
other: An excellent day today with fish up to 13 lbs. Both Charlie Rakovic and Big Mike Coppa had about 12 keepers each, keeping their limit and releasing the rest. Each one had a fish over 10 lbs. Mike's friend Glen had his limit, and 4 of the fish were over 8 lbs and one was about 13 pounds. Many anglers on the boat had their limit or close to it and many large fish were boated along with a nice showing of ling. I have openings on New Year's Eve 6AM - 2 PM, New Year's Day 8AM - 4 PM and all next week and weekend. Call for reservations and info: 732 803-6276.

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 12/27/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Blackfish
bait_used: Crabs
water_depth: 70 ft
other: We had a very nice catch of big fish including a good showing of ling towards the end of the day. People that caught their limits were: Lenny Lago, who caught his limit, released the rest, with fish up to 8 lbs, Matt Cordoba and his son Matt had fish up to 6 lbs, Tom Holland had 8 keepers, keeping his limit and releasing the rest with fish up to 7 lbs. High hook on the boat was Abe Berren with 12 keepers, keeping his limit and releasing the rest with fish up to 8 lbs. Matt Cordoba's friend John has several nice fish including a fish that was about 12 pounds. We fished a little deeper yesterday and also had people with 3 or 4 ling. I have openings daily including New Year's Eve when we will be leaving at 6 AM and returning at about 2 PM and New Year's Day when we will be leaving at 8 AM. Call for info and reservvations: 732 803-6276.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 12/27/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Decided today would be the last trip for 2008....After bouncing around inshore, offshore back inshore trying to put a catch together, for us, the fat lady has sung. Managed 5 nice keepers and some shorts on way to many stops....Lots of bait around, herring, mackerall, Sand eels and today, Bunkers. Thought we would make it till the New Year, I just don't think it's worth it. Thanks to all who have fished with us and thanks to those who enjoy reading my posts...hope you don't go through winter withdrawl!!!! Dr. Sal is the Big Bass pool winner for the fall beating out Anchor Joe by 6 ounces!!!! Congrads Sal on a very nice fish....See you in April...Capt. Ron

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 12/26/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Had no idea what to expect today after not sailing since last Tuesday. Headed down the beach with the binoculars going, the radar fine tuned, looking for bird life. The fish finder was blank with the exception of a small shot of bait here and there. Got to the rocks (inshore) to start, saw one tiny mark, stopped and caught nothing. Ran offshore a bit and found some better bait life in a tide streak..Jon Devlin caught a short, thought to myself at least we have a pool fish. Ran offshore to some deeper water, caught a couple hering and a small mackrell. Kept in contact with Capt.Bob from the Gambler who looked South, then headed North, with basically the same results I was having. By 12:30 I was planning on what to do with the rest of my days off for the begining of 2009..Headed back to the west and pulled the last Rabbit of the year outta the hat! Gannets hitting the water, readings 10 to 15 ft thick off the bottom!! Exactly where we had left earlier. Had a good hour bite that produced Rocco's 2 keepers including a beautifull 20pound fish for the pool. Dave also had 2 keepers along with 10 shorts for High hook. 9 nice keeper fish all together. So what I thought would be the swan song turns out to be "Can't wait till tomorrow!" Saturdays weather looks good, but from Sunday on, not so promissing....Saturday looks like it will be it! Hope one of the guys that were out today could post the pic of Roccos fish, as I left the camera home with all the holiday pics!!! Capt.Ron

name: capt. ray burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 12/26/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Blackfish
bait_used: Crabs
water_depth: 50 ft
water_temp: 44 degrees
other: Fishing was very good today. Mirek, a regular on the boat, had his limit plus threw three fish back, with fish up to 5 lbs. Bill Zack and his friend had their limit and released several keepers with fish up to 5 lbs. Rich O'Rourke also limited out and had a fish about 8 lbs. Big Mike Coppa was the high hook with a dozen keepers, keeping his limit and releasing the rest, with fish up to 7 lbs. I have spots open next week as well as tomorrow, Sat. Call for reservations and information: 732 804-6276.

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 12/23/08
where: OCEAN
method: Bait
species: Blackfish
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 45 ft
water_temp: 47 degrees
other: Fishing was excellent today. Frankie Qui and Lenny Rago each caught 15 keepers, keeping their limit and releasing the rest. Frankie had the big fish today, around 12 1/2 pounds. Lenny had a fish around 10 pounds, and each had several other larger fish. Carl Zimmerman caught his limit with an 8 pounder and several other large fish. I will be sailing on Christmas Day and have openings then as well as for the weekend and next week. Call for reservations: 732 803-6276.

name: Andrew
e_mail: amarsala07747@yahoo.com
boat_name: Master Baiter
date: 12/18/08
where: The Rocks
method: Troll, Jig
species: Striped Bass
size: up to 12lbs
bait_used: Strech 25
water_depth: 40-70'
water_temp: 44 degrees
other: I headed out with two buddies for a striper trip again hoping for as good luck as last week. Again it was a real slow start with no significant marks at the tip of the hook or Ambrose. Went down to the Rocks and had very few marks. Started to troll and had the first fish within minutes. It was a slow pick all day with 30 stripers and 3 keepers up to 32” / 12. Actually had two bluefish and snagged a bunker off the bottom. All in all a great day on the water, especially once it warmed up to the mid-forties and was as flat as a millpond. God Bless the USA.

name: The Professor
boat_name: The Professor
date: 12/18/08
where: Harvey Cedars Lump
method: Trolling Shad Umbrella Rigs & Stretch 25's
species: Striped Bass
size: 11 Fish to 27.5"
bait_used: Shads & Stretch 25's
water_depth: 35 to 60 feet
water_temp: 45 Degrees
other: Last Trip of the year prior to pulling the boat for the season. After an early morning chop the ocean flattened out for yet another beautiful day on the water to end the season. Ocean looked lifeless at the Coast Guard Station despite pulling one 16 " fish on tubes and heard of some larger fish(3 keepers) being taken down at Harvey Cedars Lump so I made the run. It proved to be worth it. Had 10 fish in about 3 hours of trolling. Not a hot bite but not bad for December 18th. Finished the day losing a large fish that almost spooled me as I ran off the lump into deeper water. It's always the one that got away. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year and until next year Tight Lines!

name: capt. ray burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 12/16/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Blackfish
size: 14 lbs
bait_used: Crabs
water_depth: 40 ft
water_temp: 50
other: Excellent fishing today. Lots and lots of shorts and fish all of the way up to 14 lbs. Micha Grasso caught his limit plus released several keepers. Micha boated a fish 11 lbs and had several fish in the 5 and 6 lb bracket. Mirek, a regular on the boat, had his limit and scored a 12 ponder and a 9 pounder plus several other nice fish. The biggest fish was caught by Capt Ray Burke - right around the 14 pound mark. Capt Ray broke one off that was even bigger. I have openings all next week. Call for reservations: 732 803-6276.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 12/15/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Wish I could have taken half of today and gave it back to yesterday!! Went back to where we didn't catch them yesterday...gannets, bait and loads of fish to keep us busy. Very nasty though with the hard south wind. Don't think anyone really cared as the bite was on. Got better as the tide changed and wind picked up!!! Couple guys had 3 keepers some had 2 and a few had none. The 27 inch fish are the perfect size now for eating, and we have to toss them back, what a joke. Caught a keeper cod on the second drift of the day. Dave was the hot man with 4 keepers and the pool at 16 pounds. Tom and Jerry Krako combined for over 40 fish, with Jerry getting the keepers...sorry Tom! Nice to put the fat lady back in the box today...Capt.ron Sorry guys, some of the pics just didn't come out...gotta get a new photographer.

name: Bruce (Cuz) Vitale
e_mail: bvcuz@yahoo.com
boat_name: Jamaican Princess- Pt. Pleasant
date: Sat. Dec. 13, 2008
where: Elberon
method: Bottom
species: Blackfish
size: 4-8lbs.
bait_used: Crabs
water_depth: 38'
water_temp: 47 degrees
other: Chartered boat out of Garden State Marina, Pt. Pleasant, N.J. Captain Ken and mate Dave provided excellent service. Rough water with winds gusting to 25 knots. Thank God we were on a 32' Blackfin. Full moon didn't stop the bite all day. Five men had 26 good size keepers. Lou Truppi, Bushkill, Pa. and Michael O'Buch, Bridgewater, N.J. and myself each caught our limit. Best day in years.

name: Capt.,Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 12/13/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: After 3 days tied to the dock I felt like a caged animal waiting to get out and fish. Today was the day I waited for all season. Made it to the Rocks and plenty of bird life, first drift had a good shot of shorts and 1 keeper. Got nuts and ran for what I thought would be bigger fish..gannets hitting the water is normally the key!! Stopped the boat and in 2 minutes had 8 fish on, the first one made me crazy, a new big pool fish caught by Dr. Sal at 24 pounds (sorry Joe maybe Monday). Rob and I didn't put the nets down for 20 minutes...Got about an hour and a half out of the bite before the outgoing killed everything. Bird life went, bait and fish dissapeared, didn't matter as we had ours! Looked back inshore, up to the North and never caught another fish. Mortgage Man Eric, Tom, Jim, Sal, fabien, just about everyone on the boat had thier limit.....Only problem, TRY TOO REPEAT IT TOMORROW!! Capt.ron

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 12/8/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Blackfish
size: 10 pounds
bait_used: clams
water_depth: 35 ft
water_temp: 44
other: Yesterday Big Mike Copa and friends chartered the boat, several of which never fished for blackfish before. We had 8 anglers who managed 40 keepers. Despite extra cold and windy weather, Big Mike was the star, boating 15 keepers, keeping his limit and releasing the rest. He had a 10 pounder an 8 pounder and a pair of 6 pounders to his credit. The others had 3-5 fish each, some in the 6-7 pound range. Sat. we limited the boat out with 12 anglers. Rich O'Rourke had his limit and several nice fish. Al Moretti had his limit plucs released several keepers, with a 10 pounder to his credit. Bob Craney had his limit and released several fish. Mat Zmuda had 12 keepers, keeping his limit and releasing the rest up to 8 pounds. Dan Sahovic also had his limit with an 8 pounder. I have openings for the rest of the week as well as Sun. Call Capt. Ray for reservations: 732 803-6276

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 12/8/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Only 2 Striper boats out today, myself and Capt. Mike on the Gambler...Headed south as my deckhand Chris had the day off and played scout for me. Got a call that the sky was black with birds off Sea Bright. Headed down with our 9 fares to kick some butt!! Could see the life in the radar from 6 miles away, the anticipation was killing me wanting to be there now! Naturally as we got there it was the end of the tide! Had a shot of some small fish, worked off to deeper water, NG. Had to run further South to the next good shot of life..Very good action for the rest of the morning. Mostly short fish, but we did box a handfull of keepers. Landscaper Billy had his 2 keepers in the AM. Ran back to the North as the bite died and found some good life around Scotland.....Good ole' Bert put on a fishing show landing 3 keepers plus his 16 pound pool fish to finish out the day. Anchor Joe got his limit and Billy had a shot at 2 beauties, but they unfortunatly spit the hook....almost looked like the fish Hammer lost 2 days ago!! Very cold in the AM and we made a ton of Ice on the way out...it doesn't get any better than this!!! Capt.ron

name: Tony
e_mail: ACHICCARINE@FLUITRON.COM
boat_name: Donna
date: 12/6/08
where: Mantaloking
method: Troll
species: Striped Bass
size: to 29"
bait_used: Shad umbrella
water_depth: 50-60 ft
water_temp: 45.8 F
other: Trolled from the inlet down through Bayhead and Mantaloking. Caught 6 fish total, mostly at Mantaloking. We couldn't go far because of one blown engine. All of the fish were on Shad rigs trolled on wire at 40 ft down. We had one hit on a stetch 25 but lost the fish. 4 fish were barely keepers at 28-29" and 2 shorts. No blues. Great last day.
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 12/06/2008
where: Sandy Hook
method: Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 33"
bait_used: Tube Rigs
water_depth: 35 to 60 Ft.
water_temp: 49 Degrees
other: Werner and Wolfgang Sprie returned to the Bounty Hunter for a day of Striper fishing. After arriving at the Rocks the day did not look very promising at all. A few birds, No reports of of Jig fish, this was not what we were looking for at all so we bailed out of the area early and moved to the north. We found the birds and after putting out the Trolling gear we slowly picked away at short Bass landing 32 in the first 2 hours. At 1PM the ocean came alive with acres of Birds working over the Bass and Blues feeding on huge schools of Herring and Sand Eels and the bite was on. We trolled 71 Bass, 8 of which were keeper size plus 12 Blues over the next 2 hours in one of the best bites of the Fall season. At 3:15 after landing 103 Stripers we left them biting and headed for home. I still have spots available for my Open Boat Striper trips on Dec. 11, 15 & 16. The season is comming to an end. So don't wait. Call me at 732-323-8700 for details.

e_mail: hynes.crew@verizon.net
boat_name: Katie Claire
date: 12/06/08
where: HC Lump and Off IBSP
method: jig and troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 33"
bait_used: bucktails, shad jigs and umbrellas
water_depth: 40-50'
other: Brother Chris, his son and daughter Chris and Susan and the boys from Delta Cappa Phi were out with me on Saturday for the annual 'last day'. Always a sad day, but always a day when you look a little longer at the sky (it was beautiful today!), breath the salt air a little deeper and wish those 27 7/8" inch stripers well as you let them go back into the chilly sea. We caught over 20+ shorts and 1 in the box at 33". The morning saw tons of birds on HC lump, decent pick jigging under them, not as good as you would have thought if you saw the bird play. Up on the troll saw doubles and triples. Heard some keepers up off IBSP so we ran up there and caught ours along with some more shorts. Beautiful day to say so long to a great year. Four months to go!

name: Harry McLaughlin
boat_name: Gunkybird 2
date: 12/6/08
where: Off IBSP in 30-70 feet
method: Trolling Shads
species: Striped Bass
size: 20"-37"
bait_used: Umbrella Shads on Wire LIne
water_depth: 30-70 feet
water_temp: 47
other: Best day of Striper Fishing in my 60+ year life. Had 47 stipers including a 37" and 28" keeper and lost two fish in the 30+ inch class at the back of the boat trying to gaff and hold the rod at the same time. Great Day on the water!

name: Potter Rumsey
boat_name: The Professor
date: 12/6/08
where: Off IBSP in 30-70 feet
method: Trolling & Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: 22"-32" including 3 keepers 28", 29" & 32"
bait_used: Jigging Metal with Teasers, Trolling Umbrella Shads & Tubes
water_depth: 30-70 feet
water_temp: 45-47
other: Second best Fishing Day of the year, only the Wednesday prior to T-Giving was better. Broke the inlet @ 6:20 AM. Birds started congregating around 6:40 just south of Bathing Beaches, and then the madness began. Fish rolling on herring and herring all over the top of the water as well as sand eels on the bottom. By 7:00 Am it was a full out blitz for miles, with birds and fish breaking as far as the eye could see. Even though the blitz was on the fish seemed a bit picky with the metal jigs so I moved to trolling umbrella shads and had double headers tripple headers and even 2 quadruple headers. Around 11:00 Am the birds let up but the big fish made a move to the deep and there were many quality sized fish landed by those trolling wire & shads. Fished with another boat who had a 37" fish and lost two 30+ inch fish at the boat as he was fishing by himself as well. I ended up with 50 + fish including 3 keepers. The boat I fished with had 47 fish + 2 keepers(including a 37 incher) Heard of quite a few 40 inch fish caught today as well from the radio chatter. Hope they stay around after the blow. Just about everyone fishing today that hung in after the morning blitz had multiple keepers. Great day on the water. Tight Lines. The Professor.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 12/6/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Changed the itinerary for today, only because I knew the traffic to the south would be tough to deal with. Headed East in the AM. Stopped on some good bird life, but not reading too much in the way of fish, no matter where we went, knew we were in trouble!! The reports from down South didn't sound good at all, so we kept heading EAST!! Made it to Deb's inlet stopping on scattered life with only a few short fish and a whole bunch of Dogfish...Came back to the channels and caught the change of tide, started out with a couple fish on readings, a few small patches of birds started to work. At 1:45 time to go home, all hell broke loose!! Tom Krako had the largest fish I have seen this season, 30 plus, right to the boat, fish took a final dive, and that was it, hook pulled and that $1,000 big fish pool swam away!!! Great action, ended up with a dozen or so nice keepers and a bunch of happy fishermen. Mike Gasparetti, Lopatcong Twsp. had the pool fish at 16 pounds, his second in a row. Some tough weather coming, but hey, aren't striper guys supposed to be tougher?? Capt.ron

name: John Corballo
e_mail: corballosi@aol.com
boat_name: Peggy Sue
date: 12/5/08
where: Ambrose
species: Striped Bass
size: 26"-43"
bait_used: Eels
water_depth: 65
other: Fished in the deep of the channel with eels and did well with some better sized striped bass to 25lbs. Ended up with 4 keepers and 3 shorts.

name: Mick Pirolli
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 12/05/2008
where: Long Branch
method: Bottom
species: Blackfish
size: Up to 9 lbs.
bait_used: Green Crabs
water_depth: 35 to 45 Ft.
water_temp: 49 Degrees
other: After yesterday's tough fishing conditions, today we cleared the Inlet into a calm ocean with a gentle west wind. Capt. Paul headed up north with the Mick Pirolli charter and anchored on the spot where we read the life yesterday but had difficulty catching. It took an hour to get the bite going but once on it lasted all day. We put a boat limit of 48 Blackfish up to 9 lbs. in the fish box and released over 40 shorts. I am running Open Boat Striper trips on Dec. 11, 15 & 16. This will be your last opportunity to fish on the Bounty Hunter this year. Don't wait call me at 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: captain ray burke
boat_name: mad gaffer II
date: 12/5/08
where: atlantic ocean
method: bottom
species: Tautog
size: 10 lbs
bait_used: green crabs
water_depth: 60 feet
water_temp: 45
other: another great day of tog fishing! mirek szalga and his partner vladamir celba caught 25 keepers, keeping their limit, and releasing the rest. tom holland caught his limit, had fish up to 8lbs. and released several keepers. big daddy don caught his limit and released several keepers with fish up to 6lbs. heidihihook mayer caught her limit and released the rest, and her husband jeff d'amato also caught his limit and released the rest. he had the pool fish at 10 lbs. i have openings all next week. please call for info. 732-803-6276.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 12/5/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Good morning action with mostly short fish going back, plenty of bird life and readings tight to the bottom. Couldn't squeeze the tails hard enough on some of those 27's so they went back also. Was hopeing the change of tide would bring the hot action like yesterday but the bite went to hell. An odd fish here and there. Ended the day with plenty of shorts, some blues and 5 keepers. Great day on the water despite the call for 20 knot winds (which Again, never happened) That's three days this week I've gotten burned...who can I sue??? With the great weather forecast (finally) for tomorrow, doubt we'll be able to fish were we have been all week. Have to search for some new life and hopefully bigger fish in the AM. Couple weeks left, can't beleave another season is about to pass, my life is flashing before my eyes!!! Thanks Major John for that excellant birthday presant, as you can tell by this report...it's working well. Capt.Ron

boat_name: Purple Jet
date: 12-4-08
species: Striped Bass
other: Quick report! Tom Kocaj and family were aboard yesterday. The three fishermen combimed for over 130 short bass 3 keepers and some blues along with a trip highlight of a 15 pound Cod. everything was caught jigging 2 spots still open for Saturdays Trip 732-996-2579 if interested

name: Hal Hall
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 12/04/2008
where: Long Branch
method: Bottom
species: Blackfish
size: Up to 8 lbs.
bait_used: Green Crabs
water_depth: 25 to 55 Ft.
water_temp: 50 Degrees
other: The Hal Hall charter joined Capt. Paul on Thursday for a day of Blackfishing. As we cleared the Inlet in the AM we were surprised by the unexpected 5 to 6 foot swell running out of the south. Making our first stop off Long Branch we picked a handfull of shorts along with 8 keepers up to 5 lbs. A move off to deeper water put us into Dogfish land so we moved back into the Rocks where we added another 8 fish to the catch. We finished the day back off Long Branch and pulled 6 more fish up to 8 lbs along with over 20 shorts. The 5 man charter finshed up with 22 Tog in the boat. Not a bad day considering the awful sea conditions. I am running Open Boat Striper trips on Dec. 11, 15 & 16. This will be your last opportunity to fish on the Bounty Hunter this year. If interested call me at 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 12/4/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Gail force wind, gusts to 35, the end of the world my #$S!!!! Little snotty going out this morning, pretty good roll going down the beach and in the channels. Still found the bird life despite being the only bass boat out along with 3 charter boats and 1 bottom boat. Had a slow pick most of the morning. Ocean, weather and the bite got 100% better after the change of tide. A handfull of keepers with plenty of shorts to finish out a beautifull day. Forgot to mention yesterdays 80 to 100 pound Tuna we had hooked up. Fish took off, burned the hell outta the guys thumb trying to stop it, and proceeded to take just about all of his line before he broke it off!! Saw 4 fish the same size come completly out of the water chasing after the heering, very cool to see nature at it's finest!!!! Capt. Ron

name: Gary B
boat_name: Secret Agent
date: 12/3/08
where: South of Manasquan
method: Troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 30"
bait_used: shad rigs
water_depth: 50'
water_temp: 48
other: Fished off Seaside Park on a troll with shad rigs and black umbrellas. Caught 8 shorts and 1 30" fat keeper. Checked his belly and found either a herring or bunker. Also found a white tube teaser.

name: jack glassen
e_mail: happyjax710@yahoo.com
boat_name: ocean explorer
date: dec 3rd 2008
where: long branch
method: bottom(wrecks)
species: Tautog
size: 17 inchers up to 11 pounds
bait_used: green crabs
water_depth: 40ft
water_temp: 49
other: good day on the ocean explorer today with my buddies frank and bryan.i nailed a new personal best blackfish of 11 pounds 4 oz.great boat captain and crew.had 8 nice blackfish between the 3 of us along with some shorts.also won the pool.plenty of good blackfishing left.and then we have the best eating fish in the ocean to look forward too,mr sewer trout,,,the ling,,tight lines guys

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 12/3/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Blackfish
size: 12+ pounds
bait_used: Crabs
water_depth: 50 ft
water_temp: 52
other: Another excellent day of fishing today. The boat was limited out and many keepers were released. Mirek Saela and his partner Vladimir Clelba caught about 12 keepers each, keeping their limit and releasing the rest. Both had fish that were over 10 pounds. Vladimir had one he could not stop. Richard Wong, back again for the third time this week, also again the high hook, boated 15 keepers, keeping his limit and releasing the rest, and again had the largest fish at 12+ pounds. We have a heated cabin and fishing is red hot too! Where we are fishing, even if there is a west or NW wind, it is not rough. I have openings for Fri, Sat, and next week. Call for reservations and info: 732 803-6276.

name: Bill Anthony
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntrcharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 12/03/2008
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: No Keepers Today
bait_used: Ava's
water_depth: 30 to 65 Ft.
water_temp: 50 Degrees
other: The Bill Anthony charter joined Capt. Paul for what turned out to be a disapointing day of Striper fishing. After yesterday's fast paced action today was very slow for us. We caught Bass in good numbers from 7AM till 9AM landing over 40 Bass, all shorts then the bite died and we spent the rest of the day Jigging with very little to no results. Not a good day for us at all. My Dec 8 Open Boat trip is filled. I am now booking the Dec 11 Open Boat Striper trip. If you are interestd in jumping on board call me at 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Capt.ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 12/03/08
where: ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: We are still Striper fishing!!!! Trying to get this 12/02 post changed, as I did not write it!! Excellant fishing yesterday on big fish. Today was a different story with smaller fish and a tough bite no matter where we went!! STRIPERS not BLACKFISH.....capt.ron

name: andrew
date: 12/2/08
where: manasquan
method: troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 24-25"
bait_used: umbrella rigs
water_depth: 55 ft
water_temp: 49
other: Trolled for 1.5 hours in afternoon. Got two small stripers, released. One hit a white shad umbrella rig and the other an umbrella tube rig, dark red. Nice not to catch any blue fish. Nice afternoon on the water.

name: Open Boat Stripers
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 12/02/2008
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 33"
bait_used: Ava's, Krocodiles
water_depth: 40 to 70 Ft.
water_temp: 50 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran another Open Boat trip today. On board were Eric Jensen, his fishing buddies Spence, Chris & Tom and Bounty Hunter regulars Brad Fletcher and Ken Steiner. There was no bird activity on the ride north until we reached the area around the Rocks. Then it was solid birds and Bass. During the first few hours the charter had non stop action Jigging over 80 Bass along with an occasional Bluefish. At the tide change the bite slowed down to a pick. At the end of the day over 100 Bass were jigged with 6 keepers going into the box. The largest at 33" caught by Spence. A great day of fishing with a great bunch of guy's. We hope to see them all again soon. The Dec. 8 Open Boat trip is now filled. I am now booking the Dec. 11 trip. If interested Call me at 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 12/2/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Blackfish
size: 12+ pounds
bait_used: Crabs
water_depth: 50
water_temp: 52
other: Blackfishing was excellent today. Boat was limited out and we threw numerous keepers back. Steve Kosinski and his buddy Dennis Ackerman caught their limit and released several keepers, scoring fish up to 8 lbs. John and his father George Mingalone both caught their limit and released keepers. Both scored fish in the 10 lb bracket. Mr Lee and Mr. Kim both limited out plus threw keepers back, with fish in the 8 lb bracket. Richard Wong and Charlie Rakovic were our high hooks. Both scoring 14 keepers, each scoring a 10 pounder, keeping their limit and releasing the rest. Big Mike Coppa scored around 10 keepers, keeping his limit and releasing the reset. He had the biggest fish on the boat at 12+ pounds. I have openings for the rest of the week as well as Sat. and the following week. Call 732 803-6276.

name: Ross Dale
e_mail: rcdale@verizon.net
boat_name: Savannah Ray
date: 12/2/08
where: Sandy Hook Reef
method: Bait
species: Blackfish
size: Up to 7lbs
bait_used: crabs
water_depth: 40' to 50'
water_temp: 40's
other: Chartered the Savannah Ray today for a one man charter. Capt. Jemison and I left the dock at 6:30am. First stop was a few shorts 1 keeper. after a short move it was none stop action for 3 hours.Kept my six released many 4 to 6lbers. Back at the dock at 2:00pm. Capt. Bill Jemison & Ray Burke my 2 favorite charters.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 12/2/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: Jigs
other: Waited patiently the past 2 weeks tossing back hundreds of non-keepers, today was the day!! Started out in the bird life down the beach, had 3 keepers on the first drift with mostly smaller ones coming in. Bite was hot till slack water, when things slowed to a pick. Made some long drifts getting shots of bass and blues. Moved off too deeper water after the change and glad we did, the first 2 fish in the boat were 25 and 24 pounds!! Huge area of Gannets got the blood boiling and the bite was on again!! 3 of us had the nets going for the last hour and a half of the day. Best fall fishing day of the season so far!! Can't wait till tomorrow....Capt.ron

name: cap Jay V
e_mail: jjvent@optonline.net
boat_name: always something
date: 11/29/08
where: ocean
method: drifting
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: shads
water_depth: 30's
water_temp: 40's
other: Started out around the Hook Trolling, not alot of bird action all day.. caught a striper and a blue. Went back to the Rips and killed the Bass, every drift we had 2 bass. alot of shorts to keeper's. We Had 3 bass on at a time. Cold front passed and the Sea's laid down nice in the afternoon. strong out going tide. All the bass were right in the front of the rips. Can't wait to go back...boat ran great in the cold.

name: capt. ray burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 11/29/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Blackfish
size: 12 lbs
bait_used: Crabs
water_depth: 50 ft
water_temp: 53
other: The weather was exceptionally beautiful. The sea was flat calm and fishing was phenomenal. We were totally limited out and released numerous keepers of all different sizes. Eugene Balastario and six of his friends limited out and three of four of them had never fished for togs before. John Hetzel caught his limit and released a few keepers. Mirek Staczket and tow of his friends caught a number of large fish up to 10 lbs. Abe Berren was our high hook catching about 16 keepers, keeping his limit and releasing the rest, with a fish over 12 lbs. I have openings for all next week and there after. This would be an excellent time for people who have never tried blackfishing to give it a try. Dishing has been great. One on one instructions on fishing techniques and rigging are always available, along with gift certificates for the hilidays Call Capt Ray at: 732 803-6276.

name: Werner & Wolfgang Sprie
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/29/2008
where: Off Long Branch
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 33"
bait_used: Ava's, Crippled Herring
water_depth: 35 to 70 Ft.
water_temp: 50 Degrees
other: Release Fishermen Werner and Wolfgang Sprie were on board the Bounty Hunter today and Capt. Paul found the best Striper fishing early in the morning north of Spring Lake. The Jigging got off to a fast start with both Bass and Blues being landed. After 2 hours the bite stopped as quickly as it started and the day went downhill from there. Moving up to Long Branch and then the Rocks we only had the occasional pick. The Brothers ended up the day with 46 bites. 25 were Bass, the 2 largest measuring 33" and 29" and 21 Blues. As is always the case all the Bass and Blues were released. I am running Open Boat Striper trips on Dec. 8 and Dec. 11. Now is the time to call me at 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot.

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
date: 11/29 2008
species: Blackfish
other: 11/29-We had perfect weather today for the Ron Stroz charter from Colts Neck. We went blackfishing first and caught 20 keepers and a ton of shorts. I switched over to jigging and the guys caught and released more bluefish than you can shake a stick at. I will be running open boat blackfish trips for the whole month of December, and there are still some weekday and weekend dates available

name: Brad Fletcher
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/28 2008
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 33"
bait_used: Ava 27's
water_depth: 65 Ft.
water_temp: 52 Degrees
other: The Brad Fletcher charter was on board the Bounty Hunter today and Capt. Paul ran up to the area around the Shrewsbury Rocks. A brisk SSW wind caused a big early morning heave and made for tougher than normal fishing conditions. The charter jigged over 50 short Bass and over 35 Blues but did manage to box 3 keeper Bass. The largest comming in at 33". All but 4 of the Blues were released. I am running Open Boat Striper trips on Dec. 8 and Dec. 11. If you want to get on board call me at 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 11/28/08
where: ocean
method: bait
species: Blackfish
size: 10 lbs
bait_used: crabs
water_depth: 50 ft
water_temp: 52
other: Today's fishing was excellent.We limited the boat out and released many keepers, fish up to 10 lbs. Ed Rumsby caught his limit and released four keeper, fish up ti 8 lbs. Larry Jellinek, first time togger, had an 8 pouinder, a 6 pounder, and released several large fish. John Mellnick had his limit and released deveral big fish. Greg and Fred Moench were high hookd. Each caught about 20 keepers, keeping their limit and releasing the rest, with fish up to 10 pounds. Mike Grueban, Dan Kwasnik, O'briant, Tony Muzillo all caught theit limits, and released many other keeper size fish. Capt Ray has openings for the coming week. Call: 732 803-6276.

name: Capt.ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/28/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Very suprised at the roll in the ocean today after yesterdays calm sea!! Not as much bird life as the past week but we did catch fish. Had life in the channels out East and down the beach. Not many keepers though as 95 percent of the fish went back! Starting to notice many guys using setups with teasers, did someone wright an article on it and now that's how we fish??? This is probably the most dangerous situation on a Party boat. Guys swinging short fish, someone is gonna get nailed, not to mention when the bigger fish are biting, the crew is tied up with the net...This isn't mackeral fishing and you don't have to catch 2 at a time....Remember it's my ASS your gonna want to sue when you get hooked. So Please, let's get back to normal setups, one fish at a time. The guy next to you may not be so understanding when he gets a hook in the head! It's a bad situation. Thanks for your understanding...Capt. Ron

name: walt g.
e_mail: waltergensheimer@gmail.com
boat_name: portsider
date: 11 28 08
where: longbranch
method: jiggen,bottom single hook
species: Striped Bass
size: 15 to 30
bait_used: ava 47,belmar tog rig
water_depth: 39 to 60 feet
water_temp: apox.48
other: went out before i pull the boat 4 the yr. friday morning.WINDY and big south swell then layed down but westly keep honken! jigged loads of 26 inch rats and 3 barelys.then went on the hook late morning and had a very good pull on nice size white chins,got 3 limits on the togs.everyone still thinks we are going to get some larger bass i dont,theres no large bait just sandeels,baby weakfish,squid,spearing.no ocean herring yet to get the bigens going.i read that party boats dont like the teasers above the avas,guess they are a lil dangerous but with small baits around n small bass being the deal its a good choice!some boats dont want u to use braid too.best to call them ahead n ask, with the economy down the tubes cant believe they would even say that!its there boat,thats why people have there own.P.S. wish the whiting would be coming W.G

name: Andrew
e_mail: amarsala07747@yahoo.com
boat_name: Master Baiter
date: 11/28/08
where: SeaBright and The Rocks
method: Troll, JIg
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 28"
bait_used: Jigs/Strech 25/Umbrella Rigs
water_depth: 30-65
water_temp: 48 degrees
other: Went out with two buddies for our traditional Black Friday fishing trip and rounded the tip the hook at 0700 to find no bird life as in the past few days. It was a bit rough as we headed south to the SH Reef to check for signs of life. Found some bird life off of Sea Bright and had good marks, but we could not hook up with jigs. Started trolling an umbrella tube rig and one Stretch25, the Stretch25 was the better hands down producing fish before the second rod was even out. We continued to troll south until we got to the Rocks with better marks. Jigged several fish for a few hours and then went back to trolling as we got heavy into bluefish. Trolling Stretch25’s produced the best fish by far in around 35’ of water. We ended up tagging 15 bass, one keeper and 12 bluefish. Great day on the water, God Bless America

name: Lenny Smith
e_mail: Lenny.Smith@smelectric.com
boat_name: SEA BUM
date: 11-28-08
where: OCEAN
method: bottom
species: Blackfish
size: 12.6 lbs.
bait_used: Green Crabs
water_depth: 68'
water_temp: 48.5
other: Great day on the water for the last day with the boat. We caugth 34 keeper Blackfish up to 12.6lbs. We had 3up to 9lbs, and 6 up to 6.6lbs. Talked my daughter ( Jamie ) to go and she got the 12.6lber.Her frist Blackfish, talk about one BIG smile & a proud dad.

name: Capt. Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 12/26/07
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Blackfish
size: 8 lbs
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 40 ft
water_temp: 50
other: Since Monday fishing has been excellent. We have limited the boat out every day. Catches of big fish were scored by Charlie Rakovic, Richie Wong, Carl Zimmerman and Ken Martinez. Most have caught more than their limit and released those over the limit. Wed.'s trip was slightly more remarkable. The prior trips were all with skilled anglers; people who fish for blackfish all of the time. On Wed. Dan Suchovic chartered the boat for his family, most of which had never blackfished before. His father and brother, being from out of state caught shorts all day. The fishing was picky in the morning, but they hung in there all day and honed their skills. When the fishing got good in the afternoon, they were ready. Dan's 11 year old son Matt scored most of the big fish, including an 8 and a 6 pounder, proving that anybody who pays attention can blackfish. I have open dates next week and wll be sailing every day. Please call Capt. Ray at 732 803-6276.

name: Mick Pirolli
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/26/2008
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Bottom
species: Blackfish
size: Up to 9 lbs.
bait_used: Green Crabs
water_depth: 40 Ft.
water_temp: 51 Degrees
other: After fishing for Stripers the last few weeks the Mick Pirolli charter returned to the Bounty Hunter to make their first Blackfish trip. On the first drop we got of to a slow start with a couple of short Tog. A move a little further north put us in 45Ft. of much cleaner water and the Tog were eager to bite. The charter put a 6 man limit of Tog up to 9 lbs. in the box and released over 50 shorts. During the day 2 Striped Bass were caught on the Green Crab baits and both were released. I am sailing Open Boat trips for Striped Bass on Dec. 8 and Dec. 11. If interested in getting on board call me at 732-323-8700.

name: James Eicher
e_mail: Eicher35@aol.com
boat_name: Debie II
date: November 26, 2008
where: Wrecks located South and West of Sandy Hook Reef
method: Bottom
species: Tautog
size: 10 and 6 lbs
bait_used: Green Crabs
water_depth: 60 feet
water_temp: 58. 6 F
other: The wind was blowing hard from the south west. Even with a bridal set up, it was hard to stay on the fish. Swells topped out near 6 feet. Capt. Joe put us on fish, even though the conditions weren't favorable. We had a total of 9 TOG up to 10 lbs.

name: Andrew
e_mail: amarsala07747@yahoo.com
boat_name: Master Baiter
date: 11/26/08
where: SandyHook to SH Reef
method: All
species: Striped Bass
size: up 29"
bait_used: Jigs/Strech 25
water_depth: 35-65'
water_temp: 47 degrees
other: Left the dock at 0600 and rounded the tip the hook at around 0620. Much better than Sunday Morning as far as weather goes. Bird right off the tip of the hook and had the first fish within minutes. Went like this until around 0900 when I tried a bit of Black Fishing again. NO luck. At 11:00 went back to jigging bass and ended up with a bunch more fish including one nice keeper. All told we boated about 40 Bass and three bluefish. Great day on the water, God Bless America

name: The Professor
boat_name: The Professor
date: 11/26/08
where: Of IBSP
method: Jigging and Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 24 to 34"
bait_used: Ava's, Deadly Dicks, Bucktails, & Umbrella Rigs
water_depth: 30 to 50 feet
water_temp: 48
other: The best day of the year by far. Broke the inlet @ 7:15 AM. Birds diving and busting water. Deadsticking and jigging with AVA's and Teasers for the first 2 hours and landed over 30 stripers and 1 keeper 32". Multiple double headers fishing two rods and deadsticking with jigs, action was non-stop. Finally, moved over to trolling umbrella tubes and had another 25 stripers, many double and a few triple headers. Caught another two keepers. Unbelieveable day on the water. Everyone was into fish. Some boats had over 100+ fish jigging and trolling. Hope they stick around for awhile. Catch 'em up.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/26/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Stayed local all day today!! Bird life and the bite got better as the tide started to run...Plenty of Stripers, just not alot of keepers...if we only had the slot fish back!! Saw more bluefish action as we got closer to the channel....Watched in amazment as Fireman John landed 8 bass then not realizing he had a bluefish, actually lipped the sucker to take it off!!! Good thing when the sucker chomped down he didn't try to pull his finger out...10 minutes later it was a hook in the other hand...past the barb!! The pain and the blood didn't keep him from fishing, for that you get two thumbs up John!!! Huge area of fish so far this fall, North, East and South down the beach. Only hope some of the bigger fish show in the next two weeks...Sailing every day 7:30AM. Capt.ron

name: jeff polyak
e_mail: garyp@mectech.com
boat_name: tanningcans
date: 11/23/08
where: just outside barnegat inlet
method: trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 28-32"
bait_used: trolling umbrella rigs
water_depth: 38-40 feet
other: started out @ 6:30 am, first line in the water caught a 30 lb monkfish. ended up with 13 strippers,4 keepers the monkfish was the highlight of the day! can't wait to have it for dinner. thanks capt oneeye and crew

name: Andrew
e_mail: amarsala07747@yahoo.com
boat_name: Master Baiter
date: 11/23/08
where: SandyHook to SH Reef
method: All
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 28"
bait_used: Clams, Jigs, Shad
water_depth: 35-65'
water_temp: 46 degrees
other: Left the dock at 0600 and rounded the tip the hook at around 0620. Holy**** was it cold, a ton ice build up on the deck and rail as a result of the freezing temps. But it was worth it as there were birds from the tip of the hook all the way to New York. We caught bass on everything you threw, metal, shad, plugs, and clams. You name it they would hit it. Blue and green seemed to get the most hits, but the fish were not picky. Over 40 fish boated and we lost the only keeper at the side of the boat. The fishing slowed down a bunch at the tide change so I shot down to SH reef to get some Black fishing in. On the second drop we managed one 6.5 pounder and then it seemed to shut off as everyone was pulling anchor and moving looking for new real estate. We tried several wrecks with no luck. Went back north only to run back into more striper action and boated 6 more fish. Awesome day on the water, you just had to dress properly. Hope they stick around all week. God bless America.

name: Captain Frank Bovasso
e_mail: Predatorsf@aol.com
boat_name: Predator ll
date: 11/23/08
where: Deep reefs
method: bait
species: Tautog
size: up to 5 lb
bait_used: green crabs
water_depth: 70
water_temp: 47.5
other: Bob Kicak killed em yesterday on the "Predatorll"he had 14 keepers, Joe the "pro" Jarema had a nice pair of keeper Blackfish and some shorts. Small Sea Bass and Porgies mixed in...... It was cold but we got our limit.

name: B. Greene
e_mail: bgreene@rocktenn.com
boat_name: Finatic
date: 11/23/08
where: Off Wildwood
method: Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 26" - 33"
bait_used: strech 15's, storm shad
water_depth: 30'
water_temp: 48
other: Found the Stripers just north out of Cape May inlet and trolled them up pretty good. Limit of 4 keepers in 1.5hrs between the two of us, plus a couple of shorts. Bite ended when tide flushed out to low. Great day, chilly but do able. Dress as if it's 20 degrees colder than it is and you'll never be cold !!

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA
date: 11/23/2008
where: SEASIDE
method: JIG
species: Striped Bass
size: SHORT TO 30"
bait_used: AVA, DEADLY DICK
water_depth: 25-50
water_temp: 47-50
other: OUT ON MY BUDDIES "LIBERTY EXPRESS" AND WE HEADED SOUTH IN COLD CONDITIONS. FOUND BIRD AND 1ST FISH I CAUGHT WAS A KEEPER BASS - WOULD ALSO BE THE LAST KEEPER. BOUNCED AROUND FROM MANTALOKING TO SEASIDE PARK AND PICKED A FEW SMALL BASS AND 1 BLUE - BACK TO THE BARN EARLY. GOD BLESSS AMERICA AND GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS.

name: Potter Rumsey and Jim Lepis
boat_name: The Professor
date: 11/23/08
where: BI to Seaside
method: Jigging & Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 24" to 32"
bait_used: Ava's, Deadly Dicks, Bucktails, & Umbrella Rigs
water_depth: 30 to 65 feet
water_temp: 48 to 51 degrees
other: Left the dock breaking thru ice @ 6:15AM. Broke inlet @ 6:45AM and had fish right away just outside BI on jigs. Had first keeper in the boat by 7 AM. Finished the day with three keepers, two on one umbrella rig trolled later in the day and numerous throwback and only one bluefish which I kept for the neighbors bermuda chowder. Fished with another boat and they had an even better day with 4 keepers to 15 lbs and even more throwbacks. From the radio chatter, just about everyone was into fish anywhere along IBSP and LBI. Great but cold day on the water.

name: John and Peg
boat_name: Late Meeting
date: 11/23
where: the channels
method: clams,jigging & trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 22" to 29'
bait_used: CLAMS, AVA'S & 9ER'S
water_depth: 12' TO 44'
water_temp: 46
other: THE WEATHERMAN SCARED US BUT WE WENT ANYWAY. GLAD WE DID. BEST DAY OF NONE STOP ACTION IN A LONG TIME. AGAIN TRIED CLAMMING AND JIGGING THEY ONLY WANTED THE METAL. HAD 30 TO 40 SHORTS WITH 1 KEEPER. WENT ON THE TROLL LOOKING FOR BIGGER FISH. HAD ANOTHER 10+ FISH AND ANOTHER KEEPER. THE BASS WERE HITTING LIKE BLUES IN A FEEDING FRENZY. GREAT DAY OF FISHING. HAPPY THANKSGIVING

name: Tony
e_mail: achiccarine@fluitron.com
boat_name: Donna
date: 11/23/08
where: Mantaloking
method: Troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 34"
bait_used: Shad
water_depth: 50-60 ft
water_temp: 49.8
other: The boat wouldn't start. Left the inlet at 10 AM. Trolled from Mansquan to Bayhead and finally caught a few bluefish. Trolled down to Mantaloking where we caught about a dozen blues, one short Striper, a 29" and a 34" striper. All were feasting on sand eels. The Stetch lures didn't work for a change but Shad rigs in white or natural colors off of umbrella rigs worked close to the bottom. Great day.

name: ken
e_mail: gork72@verizon.net
boat_name: tripple k
date: 11/23/
where: spring lake
method: troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 23/27
bait_used: tubes black and red
water_depth: 35 /55
water_temp: 55
other: fished with the arched black rod and mister wonderfullhad a couple of fish on the jig but the birds broke up quick went to the troll to quickly bail fish but all under 28. one fish the only keeper was blowen at the boat great day tons of fish hope to see the keepers soon. capt ken

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-Kat
species: Blackfish
other: 11/23-Another great day of blackfishing for the Richard Yu charter, we caught our limit of 36 keepers by 9:30! We had fish up to 8 pounds and a ton of shorts mixed in. We then continued to catch and release keepers and shorts for the rest of the day. There are still a few dates available in December for blackfish and striped bass, give me a call to book your trip. 732-567-3289

name: Bill Zuchero
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/23/2008
where: Off Seaside Hgts.
method: Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 37"
bait_used: Tube Rigs
water_depth: 40 to 50 Ft.
water_temp: 54 Degrees
other: The Bill Zuchero charter got in on some of the best Striper Trolling this Fall. After an hour of Jigging catching short Bass started to get old. Paul decided to leave the pack and search out some Trolling possibilties. He found what he was looking for in deeper water and the Trolling fun began. We caught Bass at the end of the outgoing water and the start of the incomming. The charter Trolled over 50 Bass and put a limit catch of 12 Keepers up to 37" in the box plus 1 Bonus fish. It was the best bite we have seen in the past few weeks. In addition to the Bass over 25 Blues were landed. 12 were kept and the rest released. I still have 3 spots open for my Thanksgiving morning Open Boat trip. Don't miss out on the good fishing. Call me at 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Joe and Sam
boat_name: All Hooked Up
date: 11/23/2008
where: Delaware Bay
method: Drift
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 36"
bait_used: Spot/Eel/Clam
water_depth: 30"
water_temp: 49
other: Beautiful brisk day out on the water. Wind dropped out nicely by mid mornining. Great action, managed 6 keepers (kept our limit of 4 only) and 3 shorts. I lost one monster that I could barely budge but that's fishing. Will be back at through the middle of December.

name: Not Nick again
boat_name: Big O
date: 11/23
where: Sandy Hook
method: Jig
species: Striped Bass
size: all shorts
bait_used: Ava's, crippled Herring
water_depth: 40 ft
water_temp: 48 degrees
other: All the bird life, short fish and 26 degree temps you could handle. 3 hours of bird play till 10AM with single, double and triple headers of all short bass. Thankfully, not one bluefish, Regrettably, not one keeper.

name: Rich Shearer
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/22/2008
where: Off Seaside Hgts.
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 33"
bait_used: Ava's, Kocodiles
water_depth: 30 to 55 Ft.
water_temp: 54 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Rich Shearer charter on board the Bounty Hunter today. Unfortunately Rich could not make today's trip due to some serious medical issues but our thoughts and prayers are with him and all wish him well for a speedy recovery. Rich's crew did make the trip and braved the 35 knot winds and freezing temperatures to catch over 30 Bass up to 33" and 3 dozen Blues. It was not easy fishing but the boy's toughed it out. Most of the bites came early on Ava 57's and heavy Krocodiles. By 11AM the bite slowed to an occasional pick. 3 spots are still available for the Thanksgiving morning Open Boat Striper trip. Interested? Give me a call at 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-KAT
date: 11/22/2008
species: Blackfish
other: 11/22-We braved sub arctic conditions today with the crew from Duhnam Construction. It was all worth it though; as soon as the anchor came tight we had the blackfish flying. We had our limit of fish in less than two hours and plenty of shorts as well. We are back out tomorrow and I can't wait, I wouldn't mind if it was a little warmer though. I am going to be running open boat blackfish trips starting December 1st, give me a call to reserve a spot. 732-567-3289

name: Captain Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer II
date: 11/22
where: Long Branch
method: Bottom
species: Tautog
size: up to 10 LBS
bait_used: Green Crabs
water_depth: 50 Feet
water_temp: 55
other: We had the Joe Patskanick charter out today with his crew of Ironworkers. The charter easily had it's limit of nice Blackfish and played catch and release for the last couple of hours. The highlight of the trip had to be 11 year on Tristian Staniszewski standing at the rail the entire day and landing 13 keepers up to 10 LBS with about 17 shorts mixed in, his Father Christian did well landing about 11 Keepers, keeping his limit and releasing the rest. (Tristian had his limit by 9:30 in the morning) We have openings for Monday and Tuesday this week and will sail 5:30 to 1:30 on Thanksgiving. Call 732-803-6276 for a reservation.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/22/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Very cold and Windy day...Had a short window to fish locally with the last of the outgoing and NW wind. Took spray and made ice on the way out, thought it was a deadliest catch episode!! Bird life as far as you could see, once around the hook.... good bass fishing on more shorts than keepers with an odd Bluefish mixed in...Wind picked up even more after the change, couldn't fish the channels anymore so we ran down the beach. Looked inshore, just a couple fish, ran offshore and found a little life. Stayed with it the rest of the day getting some good shots of Bass and blues....Good day considering what we had to deal with.....Steve your pic from yesterday is attached, you are now the Shrimp'n Bassman steve....Capt.ron

name: Mick Pirolli
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/21/2008
where: Off Seaside Hgts.
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 35"
bait_used: Ava's, Krocodiles
water_depth: 25 to 60 Ft.
water_temp: 55 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul returned to the Striper schools off Seaside Hgts. with the Mick Pirolli charter. For us the good bite only lasted from 7AM till 11AM but it was sufficient time for the charter to Jig over 50 Bass up to 35" while putting 9 keepers in the box. The Blues also provided great action on the Ava's and Krocodiles. The charter Jigged over 40 Blues taking 24 home and releasing the rest. After 11AM the bite dwindled to an occasional pick of Bass and Blues. I still have 4 open spots available for my Thanksgiving morning Open Boat trip. Get on board! Call me at 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Fred
e_mail: cabsplusfred
boat_name: Skylarker II
date: 11/21
where: Long Branch
method: Bottom
species: Tautog
size: up to 5 1/2 lbs.
bait_used: Green crab
water_depth: 35'-40'
water_temp: ?????
other: Great charter with Capt. Steve and Dan, as they always are. The Tog were chewin' hard all morning! Slowed down a bit in the afternoon, but we were throwin' them back by then! 11 man charter limited out!! Great day on the water! Tight lines!!

name: Captain Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer II
date: 11/21
where: Sea Bright
method: Bottom
species: Tautog
size: up to 9 LBS
bait_used: Green Crabs
water_depth: 55 feet
water_temp: 55
other: We moved the boat from the Highlands to Shark River today and brought a few friends and crew along and fished two drops on the way back to the inlet. We had some good blackfishermen on the boat today including Richard Wang, Joe Cupcheck, Ron Long, Bill Boardmen and Chris Devoreaux. We actually on fished for a little over 2 hours and had a limit of nice Blackfish up to 9 LBS and caught many shorts and many other keepers that we released. The fishing is fantastic right now with life showing on many different spots. Give Captain Ray a call at 732-803-6276 for a reservation. We have spots available for this week, next weekend and we are even going on Thanksgiving, leaving and returning early.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/21/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Best day of the season so far with the jig fishing!!! Non-stop Action from 8:10till it was time to come home. Bass, Blues, shorts, keepers and huge bluefish for some of the best fishing I have seen this year. Miles of birds working. Kept hitting differen't areas looking for the keeper Bass. Shrimpman Steve had his limit then some with all the 25 inch fish that went back...(forgot the camera on the boat Steve, will post the pics tomorrow and send you the copies.) This is the time of year I live for, the calendar says so, nature says so, Don't wait too long!!! Capt. Ron

name: Paul Bambara
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/20/2008
where: Off Seaside Hgts.
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 33"
bait_used: Ava 27's & 47's
water_depth: 25 to 60 ft.
water_temp: 54 Degrees
other: After a 2 day layoff due the weather Capt. Paul made the decision to stick with the southern fishing with the Paul Bambara charter. As Paul suspected the Bass were feeding on schools of Sand Eels, Rainfish & Herring. The charter had a day full of action while Jigging over 40 Bass and just as many Blues. Unfortunately the majority of the Bass were shorts as only 3 keepers, the largest a 33" fish were put in the fish box along with 4 Blues. I still have 3 openings available for my Thanksgiving morning Open Striper trip. If you want to jump on board call me at 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Captain Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer II
date: 11/18 and 11/20
where: Ocean
method: Bottom
species: Tautog
size: up to 8 LBS
bait_used: Green Crabs
water_depth: 40 Feet
water_temp: 55
other: 11/18 Don Bilotti & his friend had 8 keeper Blackfish between them despite Don's friend being seasick all day. Carl Zimmerman caught 10 keeper size blackfish, keeping his limit and releasing the rest. Mike Coppa also landed about 10 Keeper size fish, keeping a limit and releasing the rest. Richard Wang was high hook with 12 keeper size fish and only keeping his limit as well. Despite rough seas, fishing was good and we were back to the dock early. 11/20 Todays fishing was fairly good, we landed about 50 keeper Blackfish for 12 fares despite very poor anchoring conditions. Ross Dale was back in the action today and was rewarded with 10 keeper size Blackfish of course keeping his limit and releasing the extra fish. We have openings for Sunday as well as all next week. We will being sailing and returning early on Thanksgiving to allow anglers to get home in time for Turkey!! Please call Captain Ray at 732-803-6276 for reservations.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/20/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: Jigs/Shads
other: You knew it would be time when the cold weather hit. Had to get through slack and the change of tide today, but the life showed signs of coming together sooner or later. Several area's of bird life, butl a crazy bite though, not the hot fishing I thought we would have, especially with the huge readings that were coming under the boat. Storms and shads were the better setups today. A few on the jigs, plain and with tails worked also. Tried clamming first thing in the AM but didn't have enough current to produce any fish...not too say that wouldn't have worked, Just didn't want to waste 2 hours to prove a point! Little breezy for tomorrow, I think it will actually help...Capt.ron

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-Kat
species: Blackfish
other: 11/17-Really good blackfishing today, we ended up catching our limit of fish and releasing a ton more. We had fish up to 6 pounds with some seabass and porgies mixed in. I am running an open boat Striped bass/Blackfish combo trip this Thursday Nov.20 Give me a call to reserve your spot.732-567-3289

name: Capt. Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 11/17/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Blackfish
size: 8 lbs
bait_used: Green Crabs
water_depth: 60ft
water_temp: 53
other: We went blackfishing today and fishing was fantastic. We limited the whole boat out. Many keepers were released. Large fish were caught by Richard Wong, who caught an 8 1/2 pounder. Ross Dale had several large fish and released quite a few keepers, along with his buddy Art. Joe Conlon also caught several large fish up to 6 1/2 pounds and released many keepers. All in all, it was tremendous fishing. I have openings for this week and for Sun. We will also be sailing and returning early on Thanksgiving Day. For reservations call Capt Ray: 732 803-6276

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/17/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Nice all day pick on the bass again today. More shorts than keepers with a much nicer day then yesterday!! Fished the clams, tried 2 drifts at the end of the day with jigs, just caught a couple shorts and a bluefish. Got to finally toss a line in myself, caught a keeper (would have been the pool fish) and retired for the day, the bones can't take the cold anymore!! Weather again looks like crap for tomorrow, but will see what happens..you know me. Capt.ron

name: Werner & Wolfgang Sprie
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/16/2008
where: IBSP
method: Jigging & Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 36"
bait_used: Ava's & Cripple Herring, Tubes
water_depth: 30 to 65 Ft.
water_temp: 55 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had release Fishermen Werner & Wolfgang Sprie on board the Bounty Hunter for a windy Sunday Striper charter. We ran down to the IBSP area and found the Bass & Birds right where we left them on Friday. The Jigging could not be better as we jigged over 60 Blues up to 15 lbs. along with 15 Bass the 2 largest being 34" and 36". The Jigging took place 2 1/2 miles offshore in a brisk 40 MPH wind. Moving in to the beach we added 10 more Blues and 7 Bass to the catch while Trolling. We finished up the day with 70 Blues and 22 Bass all of which were released. I am doing an Open Boat Striper trip from 6AM till 1PM on Thanksgiving morning. Get on board. Call me at 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/16/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Had some gusts today that hit 46 mph!! Sustained 30 all day! Good thing we had a tide change around 9:30 or it could have been alot uglier. Fished one drop all day, with a nice pick of fish. Whole load of shorts with a bunch of keepers mixed in. Ethan fishing in the bow had 11 fish including the pool. Rocco, Tom, Henry and the boys did their usual thing, and Carmine busted them all with 3 keepers in the box!! Like I said yesterday, we can almost always find some place to hide. Had todays wind been Easterly, we all would have stayed in bed......Missed you Steve!!

name: Jake
e_mail: ajacobs51@verizon.net
boat_name: Abro-Rick
date: 11/12/2008
where: Off IBSP.
method: Jig
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: Ava 47
water_depth: 50'
other: Left Manasquan Inlet and headed south to IBSP at 8:30am. Found small fleet and working birds. Caught 2 shorts early and all "Blues" up until 2pm when we decided to head home. Beautiful day on the water.

name: Bob Kuchinski
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/12/2008
where: IBSP
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 30"
bait_used: Tailess Ava 27's
water_depth: 20 to 45 Ft.
water_temp: 56 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran back to the Striper grounds off IBSP with the Bob Kuchinski charter. We found endless reads of bait along with the working birds and spent the day working the Tailess Ava's. The charter Jigged all morning and had over 50 Bluefish bites releasing them all along with over 30 Bass bites which were all shorts except for one 30" keeper. One hour of Trolling to give the charter a break only added more short Blues and Bass. 2 spots are still open for my Nov. 18th Open Boat Striper trip. Get on board. Call 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Jay C.
e_mail: makos4us2@aol.com
date: 11-12-08
where: IBSP
method: troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 24lbs
bait_used: shads/bunker spoons
water_depth: 30 ft.
water_temp: 55
other: After breaking down yesterday, got the call to fish with another buddy on his boat. After a late start, we headed out to the deeper water, but only had bluefish. trolled up to the bathing beach, where we got a nice 24 pounder!! Later, we released 14 more shorts, countless bluefish, and finally near the end og the day, put a 29 incher in ther box. beautiful day, flat, tons of birds, bait and bass rollin gon top of the water.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/12/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: It's that time of year again, fall fishing. I find myself repeating the same report as past years...With the huge influx of Dogfish to local waters, the bait fishing becomes impossible. We are now fortunate enough that the jig fishing is getting hot. Yes, many of the fish are Blues, (only until the water cools enough that they take thier leave), but the bass are there and we catch them everyday. Please bring the proper rods and tackle that can handle these fish, it kills me when we have to gaff fish only to have a customer say they don't want them, gaff a 4 pound bluefish, are you kidding me!!! Hell, I can remember when guys were swinging 10 and 12 pound fish. Noodle rods don't make it, the fact that you have to walk half way around the boat causing havoc for a 6 pound fish is not the way to go. Like I've said in the past, we target Bass, the bass eat with the blues, if I could separate them and only make the bass bite, I'd be rich! Right now that's not gonna happen so please, bring heavier rods with at least 30 lb. test....swing'em and if you don't want them, toss'em back. Today, we ended up with a barrel of fish no one wanted. One of the best fighting fish in the ocean that gets no respect!! Who say's I'm not an enviromentalist!!!
The jig fish have been the ticket the past few days...tried some clamming first thing this morning..that lasted all of 10 minutes when just about everyone on board had a dog fish on, absolutly ferroucious!!! Put the jigs on and had at it. Non-stop action all day on every size blue fish you could imagine. Just about all the bass were short with the exception of 4 keepers. Amazing amount of life from Sandy hook to Seaside and beond from the reports I've heard.....Chartered Friday Morning for the last one of the season. Capt.ron

name: dave
e_mail: simba329@aol.com
boat_name: no worries charters
date: 11/11
where: mile north BL
method: trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 29 to 35 inches
bait_used: black and green tubes
water_depth: 45 to 55 ft
other: Had Dave and friends from local 1423 Insulator Union out for striper charter on 11/11. Got an early start left the dock around 6:00am started trolling around 6:30am and had our first bass within 10 minutes. A double header on a black umbrella rig, and it pretty much didn’t stop until about 12:30pm. Most of the bass were caught on black umbrella rigs and today they liked green umbrella rigs and blue and green stretches had more blues then usual. We ended the day with 20 plus bass with one at 29 inches, two going around 31 inches and one at 35 inches! Also had a good amount of bluefish Dave and friends were an awesome bunch of guys to fish with, a great day on the water!

name: Timmy Time
e_mail: timbrennan11@gmail.com
boat_name: Crabbin' Cruiser
date: 11/11
where: Bay Head
method: Surf
species: Striped Bass
size: 29'
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: Surf
other: I had a great time fishing off of Bay Head. I was using clams and plugging at the same time with another pole. I successfully caught one striper at 29' at around 6.

name: JP
e_mail: Gianip@optonline.net
boat_name: DIVI-DIVI
date: 11/11/1008
where: OFF Matolokin
method: troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 24''-29''
bait_used: shad
water_depth: 25-60
water_temp: 57
other: Trolled around the fleet south of 'squan inlet had too many blues to count 2-10lbs, had 2 29" bass which I kept. Had another 4 bass small, went back in. double headers, good action from 12:30pm til about 3pm.

name: Mike Lewis
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/11/2008
where: IBSP
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 32"
bait_used: Tailess Ava 27's
water_depth: 20 To 50 Ft.
water_temp: 56 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Mike Lewis Charter on board the Bounty Hunter today. We ran to the south and spent the day Jigging. Today was a vast improvement over yesterday's slow fishing as the Stripers and Blues were on our Jigs immediately and they bit for most of the day. The charter finished with over 40 Bass bites keeping 4 up to 32" and they also had over 50 Blues on the Ava's keeping 11 and releasing the rest. If Jigging is your thing today was the day to be out on the water. All the bites came between IBSP and Lavallette. 2 spots still remain available for my 11/18 Open Boat Striper trip. Get on board. Call me at 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Jay C,
e_mail: makos4us2 @ aol.com
boat_name: MAKO 4 US
date: 11-11-08
where: IBSP
method: troll/jig
species: Striped Bass
size: 25 inches
bait_used: black umbrella rig/avas
water_temp: 57
other: Headed out with 2 friends back up to the bathing beach area. Lots of birds, but mostly bluefish. Had fun jigging for awhile, then decided to go on the troll. Picked up some more bluefish, then finally a double header of shorts. Ten minutes later the port engine alarm goes off...day over..limped back to the dock, unfortunately had to leave the bass biting.

name: Greg
e_mail: pvs676@yahoo.com
boat_name: Storm Front
date: 11/11/08
where: IBSP to Matoloking
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 27 inches
bait_used: Plain Ava's and green teasers
water_depth: 20-40
water_temp: 56
other: After yesterdays great action, we ran straight down to IBSP. We were picking at the bass and blues but nothing like yesterday's action. At around 10am, fish started crashing the service under birds. Blues were up high but the bass were under them. From 11am to about 2pm we had a steady mix (about 50/50 bass & blues). All bass were short and were hugging the bottom. Loss count of how many fish were caught and released. Many times we had 6 fish being unhooked (double headers were common) for only 3 of us fishing. Worked the surface action until about 4pm when we finally called it a day. Love the Jigging action!!!! Fish were spitting up rainfish, peanuts, mullet and spike weakfish.

name: Open Boat
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/10/2008
where: IBSP
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 34"
bait_used: Ava's, Crocodiles, Butterfly Jigs
water_depth: 20 to 50 Ft.
water_temp: 56 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had Don Kamienski and Steve Senff on board the Bounty Hunter for a day of Striper fishing. We found some bird life off IBSP but the Bass were few and far between. Jigging produced 2 Keeper Bass the largest measuring 34" and 15 shorts. Along with the Stripers we had our usual share of Alligator Blues the largest weighing 18lbs. caught on a Crocodile. 2 spots still remain available for our Nov. 18th Open Boat trip. If your interested don't wait. Call me at 732-323-8700 for details.

name: c
boat_name: mad gaffer
date: 11/10/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
size: 25 lbs
bait_used: clams
other: The fishing yoday was much improve over yesterday. Mike Petrus and his charter wold up boating about 60 fish, keeping their limit and releasing the rest. All of the bass were caught on clams and Mike's groujpo jigged quite a number of large bluefish to top of the cooler. I have openings on Fri for bass as wsell as all fo next week for open boat blackfishing, from Mon on. Call Capr rAY AT: 732 803-6276

name: Greg
e_mail: pvs676@yahoo.com
boat_name: Storm Front
date: 11/10/08
where: IBSP
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 30"
bait_used: Plain Ava w Green Teaser
water_depth: 25-45
water_temp: 56
other: Started out the morning looking for readings, heard of plenty of blues being trolled but wanted to jig. Ran south to IBSP, started to pick at the blues and bass. Steady pick until about 12:30 when we couldn't keep the jigs in the water for more than a minute or two. Wound up with around 3 dozen bass (2 keepers), countless blues and a 5lb fluke. Great day on the water even with the howling wind.

name: Jay C
e_mail: makos4us2@aol.com
boat_name: MAKO 4 US
date: 11-10-08
where: IBSP
method: troll/jig
species: Striped Bass
size: up to 29 inches
bait_used: black umbrellas
water_depth: 45-50 ft.
water_temp: 57
other: Got to spend a nice morning with my dad looking for bass. Went back to a spot I fished last week and did well. The first 2 bass were keepers and we thought we were in for a limit day. Ended up releasing 10 more shorts and as many bluefish. It then staring howling out of the west and we headed in. Great day on the water.

name: Lou forenzi
boat_name: Megan Beth
date: 11/09/08
where: IBSP
method: Troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 29
bait_used: Rigs
water_depth: 45-60
water_temp: 55
other: Lou Forenzi and crew were aboard the Megan Beth. Headed down to IBSP . First we jigged for a while and the with only a few blues and a short bass. Went on the troll the rest of the day and had about 50 blues to 10 lbs and 14 bass with only one keeper. Great day on the water.

name: Tony
e_mail: achiccarine@fluitron.com
boat_name: Donna
date: 11/9/08
where: Manasquan Inlet
method: Troll
species: Bluefish
size: 10 pounds
bait_used: Stretch 25's and 30's
water_depth: 30 to 60 ft.
water_temp: 56.5 F
other: Left the inlet about 8 AM to catch the last of the outgoing tide. There was bait and blues from the inlet to the bell buoy. There was a very good bite and we stayed and fished till it ended about 11:30. Most of the boats moved out earlier. Moved down toward Bayhead for a few more fish then back to the inlet for a few more before quitting. Great day.

name: Bill Wrede
e_mail: Wredebill@aol.com
boat_name: Lovin Life
date: 11-9
where: IBSP
method: Jig and troll
species: Striped Bass
size: up to 40 inches
other: Jigged 8 keepers including 34 36 two 38 and 1 40 inchoff IBSP

name: Rob
boat_name: Vessel X
date: 11/8-11/9
where: off sandy hook
method: trolling
species: Striped Bass
other: 11/8- 10 Bass ( 2 Keepers) and 10 Blues- in two hours in the afternoon before high tide. 11/9- 10 bass (4 keepers up to 34'') on the knoll in 2 hrs, 1:30-3:30 pm. All fish on shads, and umbrellas.

name: Bri
boat_name: Shorty
date: 11-9-08
where: Manasuan Inlet area
method: Trolling Wire Line
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: Tube Umbrella Rigs
water_depth: 45-60
water_temp: 55
other: Nice to finally be able to post a report that I was actually involved in! After a 2 month hiatus, we broke the inlet right at 8 am. We headed out to 50 feet and made a left. Before I was able to get the second rod out the fist fish was on. This is how the day went. In the next 4 hours we boated 15 or so Bass and 40 blues. The bass were 4 keepers (2 kept) and the rest between 26-28 inches. The blues were all big with most around 8-10 pounds and a few super jumbos around 15 pounds. Everything was caught trolling 200 feet of wire between 45-60 feet of water at 5 knts using a dark red and a black umbrella rig (tubes). We never went more than a mile north of the inlet and 3 miles south of the inlet. We never went more than 5-10 minutes without a fish. A lot of doubles......Radio chatter had most of the hundreds of boats out there with similar results. The fish were plentiful and eager to commit suicide today. I am guessing I have 2-3 weeks left before I pull her for the season. My 8 year old boy and brother in law and I all had a great time....It is nice to back out there.................

name: Chris Marra
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/09/2008
where: Off IBSP
method: Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 29"
bait_used: Tube & Shad Rigs
water_depth: 30 to 50 Ft.
water_temp: 58 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Chris Marra charter on board the Bounty Hunter. Today we made a right turn as we came out of the Inlet and headed south. Arriving off IBSP we had solid reads and the charter made the decision to Troll rather than Jig. With the Rigs out we had a non stop pick for most of the day. But as was the case yesterday up north almost all the Bass were short. At the end of the day we had over 35 Bass bites and over 25 Alligator Blues on the Rigs but only managed to put 4 Keeper Bass in the Box. I still have 2 spots available for my 11/18 Open Boat Striper trip. If interested call 732-323-8700 for details.

name: BUCKTHEFLUKE
e_mail: buckthefluke@comcast.net
boat_name: BROWN EYED BABE II
date: 11-9-08
where: 1 mi. bouy
method: troll
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 36"
bait_used: shads
water_depth: 50'-70'
water_temp: 57
other: Not bad for a late start. Mostly GIANT blues but managed 4 keeper bass.Get them while you can.The environmental nuts are going to have a field day with this new administration & we're going to pay for it. If you enjoy fishing you better get involved. Join the R.F.A. or SSF. DO SOMETHING except complain. Another glorious day at sea .Peace!!!!!!

name: John and Peg
boat_name: Late Meeting
date: 11/08/08
where: Romer Shoals & Flynn"s Knoll
method: anchor and troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 30" to 36"
bait_used: clams,eels and 9'er lures
water_depth: 12' to 30'
water_temp: 55
other: Again,we dropped anchor put out a clam slick and sat there for 2hrs without a bite. Moved, did the same thing still nothing on clam or eels. Brought down the wire and started to troll 8 fish 4 keepers the largest being 36". Then the fog came back and the sky opened up so home we went.

name: Bill Mulliniks
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/08/2008
where: Sandy Hook
method: Clamming & Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 35"
bait_used: Clams, Shad & Tube Rigs
water_depth: 18 to 45 Ft.
water_temp: 58 Degrees
other: The Bill Mulliniks charter joined Capt. Paul for a day of Striper fishing. After yesterday's great fishing we were looking forward to another big day. It was not to be as after landing our first Bass of the day a 35" fish the clamming fell apart. 3 hours of fishing only produced a handful of short bass. We went up on the Troll in between the channels and had over 20 bites but all were short Bass another 1 1/2 hour Troll on the Rocks added 2 more keepers and over 15 more short Bass. There were plenty of bites today but not enough keeper size Bass. I still have 2 spots available on Monday's (11/10) Open Boat and 2 Spots available for Tuesday (11/18). If interested call 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Dan English
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 11/07/2008
where: Sandy Hook
method: Clamming
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 35"
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 12 to 30 Ft.
water_temp: 58 Degrees
other: After a short layoff Capt. Paul returned to Striper fishing with the Dan English charter. After yesterday's Northeaster today's weather was a big question mark. To our surprise the Ocean had settled down and there was little to no wind at 5:30AM. We ran up to Sandy Hook and set up on the Bar and the charter had a day long bite of Striped Bass up to 35". At the end of the day the 5 man charter had landed over 50 Bass keeping a limit catch of 10 Bass and releasing the rest. We did not see a Bluefish all day. I have 2 spots available on my Monday (11/10) Open Boat trip and 2 spots available on my Tuesday (11/18) Open boat trip. If you would like to jump on either trip call me at 732-323-8700 for details.

name: capt ray burke
boat_name: mad gaffer
date: 11/7/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
size: 23 lbs
bait_used: clams
water_depth: 35 ft
water_temp: 56
other: We caught a lot of fish on clams this morning. We had in excessof 50 fish this morning on clams inshore, keeping only about 6 fish. After we lost the incoming tide we went offshore into the ocean and we finished by catching another 50 fish or so, and limited out the boat on clams and then jigs. We had Sonny Dipasquale caught 12 fish and kept 2, releasing the rest, along with several keepers. Bob Claire caught 7 fish and kept 2, Paul Schyckalo caught 20 fish, Ralpgh Petricone caught 17 fish and kept 2, releasing the rest and Jim Eglinton caught 28 fish and kept 2 up to 22 lbs. 8 of his releases were legal keepers. John Mingalcaic and his father George kept 4 fish and released 32 between them. There are openings for next Fi. Blackfishing and bassfishing will start with openings as of 11/17. Call Capt. Ray: 732 803-6276.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/7/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Didn't sail yesterday so today was like starting over again. Decided to start where we've been fishing for a couple weeks. Took the ride and was not happy with the quality of the water. Two days ago it was gin clear, today with the outgoing tide and runoff from yesterday....nasty. Fished two quick drops and never had a bite. Got outta there fast and ran back to the North. Anchored up and had fish on immediatly!! Shorts and keepers. Bite lasted till 11:30 with steady fishing the whole time. Mortgage Man Eric had the hot hand today as it was his turn in the barrel along with my dad, Hammer and Tom. Some nicer fish up to 18 pounds for the pool. Russ Zimmer and son had 3 nice keepers also. Huge swell in the ocean didn't effect the bite either. Chartered Saturday AM....open again on Sunday 7:30am. No jigging for us today all bait fishing....Capt.Ron

name: John and Peg
boat_name: Late Meeting
date: 11/5/08
where: Flynn's Knoll and Romar Shoals
method: Clams, eels and troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 29"-36"
bait_used: clams, eels and 9er's
water_depth: 15'-22'
water_temp: 55
other: We were afraid that we weren't going to get out because of the weather forecast, small craft, gail, typhoon and anything else they could scare you with. Went out in the morning and started fishing at 7AM. We anchored up at Romar Shoals and used fresh clams, eels abd created a clam slick..Nothing! Moved 2 or 3 times and still nothing. Finally at 10:30am started trolling into Flynn's Knoll. We hooked up to 2 keepers and 1 throw back. Not a bluefish around. Great day away from work.

name: rich watson
e_mail: simba329@aol.com
boat_name: no worries charters
date: 11/03
where: mile north barnaget inlet
method: trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 29 inches to 47
bait_used: streches/umbrella rigs
water_depth: 45 to 50
other: Striper Charter for Rick Watson, son, and friend on 11/03 broke the inlet a little after 7am headed north, where we had luck on Friday. Unfortunately not much bird action, but had nice marks on the screen. We decided to start trolling in about 45 ft water after an hour with no hits; worry set in. But finally they started biting and we had constant action until about 1pm. We ended up with 19 stripe bass with 3 keepers two at 29 inches and one nice 47 inch!! Nice birthday present for the lucky angler! We caught most of the bass on black umbrella rigs and blue/green stretches in about 45ft to 50ft water started trolling about one mile north of the inlet. The one good thing was didn’t hook as many blues as usual. All in all another great day on the water!!

name: Tony Jones
e_mail: chuckiejones08085@yahho.com
boat_name: THE GOLDEN EAGLE
date: 11/2-3/08
where: WEST WALL HUDSON CANYON
method: CHUNKING-JIGGING
species: Albacore Tuna
size: 35#-68#
bait_used: LIVE SQUID,SARDINES BUTTER FISH.
water_depth: 650'
water_temp: 62-64 DEGREES
other: Ride out was a little bumpy.Fishing started off very slow.Plenty of bait around.Myself and Ernie D.caught over fifty agressive and nice sized squid.Bite started around 4:15 am.The first longfin had nice chunk taken out of it by a huge shark.Then the bite was on with as many as nine fish on at.one time.Every time you put any bait down you got a run off.Many fish were lost to tangles,the boat had a bunch of first timers on.I lost three and boated three,50-65# Same for Ernie.By 5:30 the bite was over.Over thirty fish were boated.Great way to end a tough season out in the deep

name: Capt.ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 11/03/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Haven't posted since Friday..as I have been reminded several times!! Saturday we got our butts kicked with a terrible roll, tried jigging on some bird life, but not many customers switched to the jigs, big waste of time. Only had a hand full of fish.....The highlight of the day for me, was coming home to a suprise 50th birthday party!! Forgot all about that tough day! Sunday didn't fair much better, covering half the ocean clamming and jigging, anchoring and drifting, to finally have a shot of fish at the end of the day. Way too many shorts, but we did manage a handfull of keepers. Today, Monday: I think I took some of the cockyness outta the Monday regs and brought them back to reality!! Tried clamming most of the day, NG. Fished a couple area's where the bite has been good. Drifted, anchored, hell I would have trolled if I thought it would work....NG. Finally put the jigs on at the change of tide and found some life in between the channels. Jigged plenty of bass, only to toss them all back!! Every fish 24 to 27 inches!! Yes, we pulled the pool outta the hat....the first in a long time. Tomorrow, the 4th is my actual birthday....guess what I'm hopeing for!!!!!! Capt.ron

name: Tony
e_mail: achiccarine
boat_name: Donna
date: 11/1/08
where: Manasquan inlet
method: Troll
species: Bluefish
size: to 12 pounds
bait_used: Stretch 25 and 30's
water_depth: 30 to 60 ft.
water_temp: 57.5 F
other: Trolled the bell buoy area for a short trip starting at noon. There were fish to 12# just inside and outside of the buoy. After 2PM the fishing slowed and we moved about 2 miles down the beach for another bite on 3-6# fish. Great day on the water.

name: Richard Magee
e_mail: rsmagee@rcn.com
boat_name: Mad Gaffer II
date: 11/01
where: Off Sandy Hook and Rockaways
method: Anchor/chum
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 34 inches
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 20-25 ft
water_temp: Unknown
other: The Stevens Insitute of Technology Alumni Association fishing club fished with Capt. Ray Burke on Saturday Nov. 1. Had a steady pick of fish throughout the day. Capt. Ray worked hard to put us on fish, clammed heavily and was not afraid to move when fishing slowed. The mate Billy was exceptional; we had many novice fisherman on the trip and all caught at least one striper. Twenty-seven stripers boated; eleven keepers; and a handful of blues.

name: Mike
e_mail: macrone@optonline.net
boat_name: Jeric Sea
date: 11/1/2008
where: Mantoloking Beach
method: Troll
species: Bluefish
size: 8 - 12 lBS
bait_used: Shad rigs & bunker spoons
water_depth: 65 - 70'
water_temp: 57
other: We broke the Manasquan inlet about 9:30 AM and noticed a large fleet about 3-4 miles due east and another fleet about the same distance south. From past experience, directly offshore of the Thunderbird has always been productive this time of year and that is exactly where the southern fleet was fishing. Staying outside the fleet, in 65 – 70 feet of water, we murdered the bluefish, but couldn’t come up with stripes, although some were being caught. Most of the fish were on the troll but we heard of fish being caught on the jig as well. The hot lures were bunker spoons, shad rigs, and umbrella rigs. It was a gorgeous day on the water; the ocean was clean, the seas were calm, and the sun brought temperatures above 70 by noon. Unfortunately, the boat comes out this weekend, so best wishes for everyone for the rest of the season…, tight lines!

name: mike and greg
boat_name: just make it back
date: 11 01
where: sandy hook reef
species: Tautog
bait_used: green crabs
water_depth: 50 ft
other: went around the hook at sunup saw a fleet of boats striper fishing ,got to the reef by 815.started bailing tog til 2oclock and left them chewin .we had 5 fish over 6 lbs and around 40 total.allowed to keep 2 only but ta gotta love that bite.til next time

name: joe
e_mail: jfisherman1983@aol.com
boat_name: father and son gettin it done
date: 11-1-08
where: new york
method: wreck
species: Tautog
size: to 6 lbs
bait_used: green cab
water_depth: 20 feet
water_temp: 58
other: fishing has been dying out on the inshore rock piles. but the bass action has been picking up little by little every day

name: Rich Copeman
e_mail: cap.copeman@verizon.net
boat_name: Tricia
date: 11-1-08
where: south of manasquan
method: trolling
species: Bluefish
size: big and little
bait_used: shads, spoons plugs
water_depth: 30-70 ft
other: Trooled all areas past seaside, all bluefish one bass, not a keeper

name: cap Jay V
e_mail: jjvent@optonline.net
boat_name: always something
date: 11/1/08
where: Raritan Bay
method: drifting
species: Striped Bass
size: 30 - 35
bait_used: metal
water_depth: 40ft
water_temp: 50s
other: Who says you have to go out to Mar's to catch them....started out around the hook. caught 1 on a clam. fished the ocean for a hour no other bites. Headed back to the Ammo pier. crazy schools all around. My friend hit a nice keeper 35 incher. non-stop action. must of had 15 stripers total. 2 nice keepers. the schools were all stripers no blues all day, what a prize. after a while The huge school went into the no boat zone by the Ammo pier, so we backed the boat right up to the white buoy and still caught fish. After a hour they were to far in where we could not reach. great day all in all, boat ran good. The run is on, so get out and get them.

name: Greg
e_mail: pvs676@yahoo.com
boat_name: Storm Front
date: 11-1-08
where: South of Squan
method: Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Upto 29"
bait_used: Ava's and feathers
water_depth: 30-70
water_temp: 58
other: Started out looking for birds, saw none. Stopped off Lavalette and had bait markings. Caught some gator blues but decided to leave them to look for basss. We wound up off Seaside still catching blues. Ran south to the fleet off ISBP, caught more blues until the tide changed. During the tide change we had nothing but after the tide changes we had a blitz. Caught around 2 dozen bass, many more blues. Managed 2 Keeepers and realeased all the blues. All jigging with teasers. end total was about 2 dozen bass & 40 or so blues, a doggie & a few sea robins. Ocean was dead flat - gorgeous day on the water!

name: Paul Gottlick
boat_name: Megan Beth
date: 11/01/08
where: 3Miles SE of Manasquan
method: Jigging
species: Bluefish
size: 8-10lbs
bait_used: Jigs
water_depth: 65
water_temp: 56-60
other: Paul Gottlick and crew were aboard the Megan Beth looking for Striped Bass. Jigging South of the inlet we only had some Bluefish ,2 small Fluke and a few spiny Dogfish.Moving just north of the inlet we managed one short Bass and a few more Bluefish.Going on the trol ,more Bluefish and we had four Bass on one umbrella rig ,3 shorts and one keeper bass. Great day on the water.

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA
date: 11/01/08
where: NORTH OF SR INLET
method: TROLL/JIG
species: Striped Bass
size: 30"
bait_used: SPOONS/JIGS
water_depth: 45-70
water_temp: 55-57
other: OUT EARLY WITH BOTH OF MY SONS AND A BUDDY AND HIS SON. HEADED NORTH AND SET OUT A TUBE RIG AND A BUNKER SPOON. INSTANTLY HUNG BOTTOM AND LOST ALL THE MONEL AND THE RIG. TROLLED ONE ROD WITH THE SPOON AND MANAGED 1 KEEPER BASS AND A BUNCH OF GATOR BLUES. ALSO MANAGED TO JIG A FEW BLUES AND A RARE AND ELUSIVE SPINY DOG FISH. NICE DAY ON THE WATER. GOD BLESS AMERICA AND GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!!!!

name: John and Peg
boat_name: Late Meeting
date: 11/1/08
where: Romar Shoals, Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Clams and Troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 33" - 39"
bait_used: Clam and 9er's
water_depth: 60'
water_temp: 55
other: Went to the Shoals, tried clams while anchored. Nothing. After 2 hours , went south to the rocks and had 2 or 3 fish on at every drop. Threw back at least 40 blues ranging from 8 -12 lbs. Threw back 4 undersized stripers and kept 4 stripers ranging from 33" to 39". Beautiful day on the water after the west winds subsided.

name: dave muller
e_mail: dmuller447@aol.com
boat_name: just a fluke
date: 11/1/08
where: off ibsp
method: trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: up to 33"
bait_used: niner shad's
water_depth: 30-60
water_temp: 60 ish
other: trolled off ibsp had about 12 bass 3 keeper's and all the blues you could want great day on the water!!!!

name: keith dick
e_mail: simba329@aol.com
boat_name: no worries charters
date: 10/31
where: bathing beach north
method: trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 29inches to 32
bait_used: stretches/unbrella rigs
water_depth: 35 to 50
other: Keith Dick and friends from local 1423 Insulator Union out for striper charter on 10/31. Got an early start left the dock around 6:30am broke the inlet and headed north towards bathing beach. Following some reports that the fish came south a little, while running saw a set of birds real tight in about 35ft water. Started trolling and within 5min we had are first fish, and didn’t stop for about 2 1/2hrs straight. We caught stripers and bluefish, most of our stripers were caught in the morning hours and hit on blue/green stretches and black umbrella rigs. We had a lot of shorts but did manage three nice keepers one under 30 inches and two over 30 inches along with and good amount of bluefish. I wish all the charters were with the nice guys that were on the boat yesterday; Keith and friends were an awesome bunch of guys to fish with and are welcome back anytime. All in all it was a great day on the water.

name: Capt. Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-Kat
date: 10/31
species: Striped Bass
other: Had some god action today for the Chuck Deeney crew from Irvington. A ton of shorts and 6 nice keepers kept the rods bending. I will be running an open boat trip for striped bass on Thursday Nov. 6. Give me a call to reserve your spot. 732-567-3289

name: Luigi
boat_name: Queen Mary
date: October 31, 2008
where: South of Manasquan Inlet
method: Jigging
species: Bluefish
size: 8-12 lb
bait_used: Krocodiles, other metal
water_depth: 40 ft
other: We had perfect Fall fishing conditions with a westerly wind and just a light chop on the ocean. While it was not flat-out blitz fishing, there was nearly continuous action with sometimes as many as 6-8 rods bent at the same time. Nearly all the bluefish were gaffers. There were not too many stripers caught on the boat, but the pool winner was a beauty that weighed about 25 lb. Thanks to Capt. JB and crew for a great day on the water.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/31/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Not a good bite today, the first in 17 trips! Had to know it was gonna happen with some new customers on the boat. Started out jigging, couldn't pass the bird life. Only problem was the fish were wild chasing the bait, saw them rolling on top and didn't read them on the bottom....not good. made 2 drifts caught a keeper bass and 2 blues. Went and anchored up to take advatage of the last of the current....NG. Took a ride to find better action, NG again, some dog fish a few shorts. Ran back to the North where we caught a handfull of keepers and some shorts. Very tough to say the least. Pool fish went 17 pounds. Read enough fish on the last drop, just couldn't get them to eat....Tomorrow's another day. Capt.ron

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 10/30/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
size: 28 lbs
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 63
other: As always on Thursdays, ick Skinder chartered the boat to fish alone for bass.His largest bass today was 28 lbs. Dick caught 38 fish keeping two fish, one at 21 lbs and the other at 20 lbs. All other fish were released unharmed, but over 20 other fish would have been keepers. Captain Ray has openings for next week. Call: 732 803-6276.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/30/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: After 2 days off, I was ready for some Bass fishing....weather report called for some wind, but with the outgoing, new it wouldn't be a problem. Hit our first drop only to find the current still running to the bow, we did pick at the fish, especially the guys in the bow! High water was 8:05 and at 10:00am we still had current running in!! Made two drops, caught some nicer fish on the second drop. Left the area after the tide change when the bite died. Took a bit of a ride, found a nice reading anchored up and picked away the rest of the day. Those that caught them, caught them good, yet some guys, my Dad included, never had a bite!!! Go figure...Tom Krako had the hot hand landing 5 nice fish including the pool fish at 19 1/2 pounds. Ron Solin had 3 along with Fireman Dave. Chief "Circle Hook" Valentine made his usual contribution to the cause along with Paul Smitko. Nice day of fishing. All bait as the jig fish of yesterday were no-where to be found!! Capt.ron

name: Boo
boat_name: 23' Contender
date: 10-29-08
where: Manasquan inlet
method: troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 31'
bait_used: bunker spoons
water_depth: 50feet
other: Trolled off the inlet in some windy conditions. Fished one rod for about an hour and a half and had on 31 inch stripper and two blues. Also, had two dropped fish.

name: Potter Rumsey
boat_name: Brant Beach
date: 10/29/08
where: Brant Beach Beachfront
method: Chunking Bunker
species: Striped Bass
size: 29" Striper & 10 lb Bluefish
bait_used: Bunker
water_depth: Beachfront
water_temp: 57
other: Still too windy so I hit the same hole on the beach and pulled in a 29" Striper & a 10 lb blue, both on frozen bunker I flash froze in the spring from the bunker schools along the beach. Also lost another larger striper in the wash and was bit off by another large blue. Good action for 2 hours of fishing.

name: Potter Rumsey
boat_name: Brant Beach
date: 10/28/08
where: Brant Beach Beachfront
method: Chunking Bunker
species: Striped Bass
size: 1 Bass 27" & 1 Blue 7 lbs
bait_used: Bunker & Clam
water_depth: Surf
water_temp: 58 Degrees
other: Blowing too hard for the boat & raining cats & dogs so hit the beach and had one short bass & a nice blue in 1 Hrs fishing on the outgoing around noon. Wind was howling out of the west so you could cast to Europe but the fish were in the first wave in the trough. Fish 'em up!

name: "Open Boat"
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 10/27/2008
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: 58 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran the last Open Boat Seabass trip for "08" on Monday. The residual heave from the weekends weather had subsided and the fishing was good. Making 5 stops over the course of the day the group of Anglers put together a mixed bag catch. They finished the day with over 60 keeper Seabass up to 3 lbs. along with a handful of Porgies, 2, 18" Blackfish and a few Blues. My next Open Boat trips will be on Nov.6th and 10th. Both of these Nov. trips will be for Strped Bass. Interested? Call 732-323-8700 for details.

boat_name: Purple Jet
date: October 27, 2008
where: Manasquan
method: jigging
species: Striped Bass
other: Monday, brought another good weather day and the bass and blues cooperated. Alex Cherkas and crew were aboard the Purple Jet from Pt. Pleasant Beach had a steady day picking away at a mix of bass and blues most of the day. The jig of choice was plain 17 diamond jigs and the green tails worked too. Though most of the 40+ bass were short we did manage a limit of keeper size bass to 32" for the crew of 4 along with a couple of bonus tag fish. The blues were mixed in sixe from 3 - 13 pounds. Friday looks to be light winds and warm temps. Lets go fishing!

name: Potter Rumsey & Harry McLaughlin
boat_name: The Professor
date: 10/27/08
where: Off IBSP in 35-60 ft
method: Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 1 24" Striper & 30 Blues 7 to 15 lbs
bait_used: Bunker Spoons & Stretch 25's
water_depth: 30-60 feet
water_temp: 58 Degrees
other: Got another trip in before the blow and had 1 short Striper & 30 Gator Blues in 30 to 60 feet. Another beautiful day on the water with multiple double headers of blues, all gators; kept three for the table and neighbors and released the rest to fight another day. Lots of bunker down deep, fish were stuffed with round belly's. Go Phillies!

name: chuckycheese
e_mail: debechuck@aol.com
boat_name: ibsp
date: 10/27/08
where: ibsp
method: clams
species: Striped Bass
size: 28-30
bait_used: clams
water_depth: beach
water_temp: 57
other: slamed the bass but mostly shorts great day!

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 10/27/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
size: 27 lbs
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 30 ft
water_temp: 55
other: Bob Brunish and friends chartered the Mad Gaffer today for striped bass. Bill Silverman scored the biggest fish of 27 lbs. However, Denise Quigley had one just a shade smaller and her daughter Natalie Chiliers had one that was over 20 lbs as well as five of six other bass. Her brother Steve Chiliers also scored about eight fish, two of which he kept and the rest were released. Paul Helmile scored a half a dozen bass and kept his limit as did Bob Brunish. Everyone on the boat caught there limit and released the rest, including quite a few keepers. In total 38 bass were boated. There are openings next week. Call Capt. Ray for reservations: 732 803-6276.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/27/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Went back to the bait fishing today and glad we did. Fished three area's that produced for us. Many quality fish including Anchor Joes new pool leading 45 incher!! A long lean Male that barely fit in the net..Joe had his 3 keepers and kept Mitch on his A game today with his 3. Bert and Dr. Keith also had 3. Andy also put 2 beauties in the box. Switched up between anchoring and drifting a couple times. Great to see a nice spread of fish for October. Plenty of bait, plenty of fish, doesn't get any better than this!!! Not one Bluefish today....go figure. Looks a little windy for tomorrow, will see what happens in the AM. Capt. Ron

name: Captain Chris Devereaux
e_mail: kkatcharters@comcast.net
boat_name: K-Kat
date: 10/26
where: Sandy Hook area
method: Clams
species: Striped Bass
other: 10/26- Great striped bass fishing today for the Chris Heckman crew. Anchored up and had steady action resulting in 9 keepers up to 25 lbs, and plenty of shorts to keep the rods bending. I am going to be running an open boat striped bass trip this Thursday morning, give me a call to save your spot. Captain Chris Devereaux(732-567-3289)

name: capt jeff
e_mail: simba329@aol.com
boat_name: no worries charters
date: 10/26
where: sea side peir
method: trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: 29 inches to 30
bait_used: streches
water_depth: 50 to 60
other: Headed out on 10/26 on a buddy boats left the dock around 1pm broke the inlet and headed north started trolling right before the seaside pier didn’t have much luck for about hr but things started to pick up Had couple of bluefish and then around 4pm the bass started to bite fist fish was about 30inches and had a couple more bluefish the second bass was 29 inches and the third we lost at the boat all fish were taken on blue/green streches and between 50 to 60 feet of water.

name: Dave
e_mail: dave.jerzewski@tiffany.com
boat_name: lost Cause
date: 10-26-2008
where: FKnoll/Rohmer
method: bait
species: Striped Bass
size: 25lbs
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 14 ft
water_temp: N/A
other: Early Start then the boats kept comming. Clammers working around us, defintely helped. 17 in the boat largest was around 25 lbs. Lost a couple of screamers. Great day! Tight lines!

name: andrew
date: 10/26
where: Manasquan Inlet
method: troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 34"
water_depth: 50ft
water_temp: 60
other: Trolled within a mile of Manasquan inlet for 1.5 hours in late afternoon. Got a 34" and 26" (released)striper, and several large blues. Trolled bunker spoons. Lots of bunker in area being chased by fish.

name: Vito
e_mail: vdeg@aol.com
date: 10/26/08
where: Ocean front of Sandy Hook
method: Bottom drift
species: Striped Bass
size: 38"
bait_used: Clam
water_depth: 21'
other: Made three drifts from the rip south, fast movig outgoing tide with wind. We drifted further south than the previous drifts and moved closr to shore then bam the light rod was hit and the fight was on, the fish took some line and fought it for 10- 15 minutes. Got him to the boat and netted him. 38" didn't have a scale. Fish hit a clam on a steel leader...not a conventional striper rig.

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 10/26/08
where: ocean
method: clams
species: Striped Bass
size: 33 lbs
bait_used: clams
water_depth: 20 ft
water_temp: 58
other: We took out Robert Greer and his charter of a total of 12 people. They boated 58 fish and it only 11:30! Many fish were over 20 lbs, and many keepers were released. 14 year old Robert Greer Jr. boated two fish over 25 lbs. The big fish was caught by Jim Rubertone, in excess of 33 lbs. I still have some openings for Tues and Wed. as well as open and charter trips for the following wee. Call Capt Ray at: 732 803-6276.

name: capt jeff
e_mail: simab329@aol.com
boat_name: no worries charters
date: 10/24
where: coast guard station/seaside
method: trolling
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: strectches/umbrella rigs
water_depth: 35 to 65
other: Headed out on 10/24 did a sole trip for some up coming charters broke the inlet around 9am headed north stop at first group of boats working some birds started trolling in about 35ft of water didn’t have much luck so decided to troll in deeper water which was 55 to 60 ft and things Started to look up had more activete on the screen and within 15min had first bass ended up with 2 keepers and 2 shorts and about 10 bluefish all fish were caught in about 55 to 65 ft water fish ate blue/green strectches and black unbrella rigs it seemed like the deeper water was holding more fish and bait today pick up around 2pm and headed old barney.

name: Mick Pirolli
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 10/24/2008
where: Off Sandy Hook
method: Clamming
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 38"
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 30 To 45 Ft.
water_temp: 59 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul did his first Striper charter of the Fall season with the Mick Pirolli group on Friday. Passing up on the "Hot" intel from the south we spent the day in a few of our favorite areas to the north. We anchored and cracked clams on 3 drops and the charter was rewarded with keeper Stripers on all three stops. Over the course of the day we had over 60 bites with a limit catch of 12 Stripers going into the fish box along with 6 Bonus fish. The biggest fish of the day was a 38" bass landed by Mick. I am running "Open Boat" Striper trips on Nov. 6th & 10th. If you want to get in on some great Striper fishing call me at 732-323-8700 for details.

name: john
e_mail: jaspegi3i3@msn.com
boat_name: Late Meeting
date: 10/24
where: RomerShoals & Shrewsbury Rocks outside buoy
method: anchor and troll
species: Striped Bass
size: 28" to 39"
bait_used: clams,live eels & trolled with 9,er rigs
water_depth: c0' at anchor & 50' on troll
water_temp: 57
other: Had live eels and fresh clam out. The eels were not hit by anything but dogfish. Picked up 2 keepers in 1 1/2 hrs on the clams. Headed south to the reef little action. Went to the rocks had alligator blues on between 10 & 12 lbs. Some time even 2 and 3 at a time. Caught the 39" striper a few more blues and called it a day. A beautiful fall day with very little wind.

name: Vince Carini
e_mail: vcarini@aol.com
boat_name: Corrective Action
date: 10/24/08
where: Romer Sholl
method: Clams
species: Striped Bass
size: 28" minimum
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 20
water_temp: 57
other: Has a blast Friday. Perfect weather and calm seas. Had 2 keepers, some shorts and lots of fun.

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA
date: 10/24/2008
where: NORTH OF SR INLET
method: TROLL/JIG
species: Striped Bass
size: 33"
bait_used: UMBRELLA RIGS/AVAS
water_depth: 40-70FT
water_temp: 58.8-60
other: 1ST TRIP IN NEARLY A MONTH SO I HEADED OUT SOLO BEFORE WORK TO TRY AND LOCATE SOME BASS. TROLLED UP 1 KEEPER BASS AND A BUNCH OF BLUES. ALSO JIGGED SOME BLUES. HAD TO GET TO WORK SO I HEADED FOR THE BARN BEFORE 0900. NICE DAY ON THE WATER - GOD BLESS AMERICA AND GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS.

name: Lucky
e_mail: luckyheffern@gmail.com
boat_name: Polar Express
date: 10-24-2008
where: At the Rip, In Sandy Hook. Off Rockaway beach. Romar Shoals. Flynn's Knoll
method: Claming, trolling and jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: 29 "
bait_used: Clam
water_depth: 30'
water_temp: 54
other: Captain Barry and his faithful crew worked very hard to catch one bass and 6 large blues. The bass on clams and the blue's on a jig and trolling lure's. Another tough day on the water.The fish are out there, but you have to work for them.

name: Potter Rumsey, Harry McLaughlin, Jim Lepis
boat_name: The Professor
date: 10/24/08
where: Off IBSP in 30-50 feet
method: Trolling Bunker Spoons & Stretch's
species: Striped Bass
size: 28" & 32" BLues 7 to 15 lbs
bait_used: Bunker Spoons & Stretch's
water_depth: 30 to 50 ft
water_temp: 59-60
other: Trolled from 6:30 to 11:20. Fish on constantly. Boated2 Bass & over 30 Blues 7 to 15 lbs. Kept 2 Bass & 2 Blues for the Table. Rest released to fight another day! Left them biting and back to the dock by 12:30 PM. Absolutely, beautiful day on the water!

name: Capt. Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 10/24/08
where: ocean
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
size: 15-20 lbs
bait_used: clams
other: Scott Dangler, Mike Pietras, Rich Tree Man, Jessie Dorn,Mike Grvac, Carl Zimmerman, Tom Benson, Scott Madole, Tom Smith, Scott Kim were all on an open trip today. We were limited out by 12 noon and threw back at least 80 fish. Many fish were in the 15-20 lb range. Capt Ray has open trips on Tues and Wed. of next week, and openings for the following week. Call for reservations: 732 803-6276.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/24/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Doesn't look good for Saturday, Had to cancel my charter! Weather, SE 20 and gusty with rain, then Gale for the afternoon and evening.....Today we started where we have been fishing for 14 straight days. Anchored up and proceeded to catch Horn dogs. started out with one or two then all hell broke loose!!! Guess they moved in overnight. Left the area to fish some old time spots. Had fish, shorts and keepers on the first drop until we lost the tide. Got swamped by boats and in the shallow water, this isn't gonna work. Made a move further to the South, had a couple fish right away, got swamped again! Left that area and went offshore, jigged some of the biggest bluefish of the season, only saw one big bass chase a lure to the top, other than that, no takers! Plenty of action, just not the right kind. Handfull of keepers and plenty of Blues. Back at it Sunday.....capt.ron

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/22/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Only boat to make it out of AH today...most of the Captains didn't even show!! Wind was at 30 knots when we left the dock, a bumpy ride out but once around the hook, all was good!! Much better conditions and fishing than yesterday. Fished some new turf to check things out, glad I did. Had to cruise around a bit looking for a reading, finally found one and anchored up. Stayed on the drop just about all day with a steady pick of fish. Smaller fish again with the keepers going 28 inches a few at 30 and the pool fish at 33. Mitch and Billy had 16 fish between them, couple other limits and a few guys had only shorts. Ocean was actually very comfortable and we layed perfect on the anchor once the tide started to run. Sailing everyday 7:30am...We do have a Charter for this Saturday morning.

name: Capt.ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/19/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Finally made the decision to sail at 7:10am when the wind was more North than NE' Blowing a steady 20 to start. Glad we did, anchored up and had action right away. Not a hot bite, but shots of 1 to 3 and then nothing for 15 minutes. Kept this up till 11:30 when we made a move looking for the change of tide bite. By now the wind is NE blowing a steady 29 knots, starting to get nasty as the outgoing is now on us. Came back on the anchor, had fish under the boat, told the guys to drop straight down, had 6 on immediatly. Finished the day with several limits, some chummers and some with none. Not the big fish of yesterday and way more shorts, but still plenty of action for some lousy conditions....Didn't take any pics today as Chriss couldn't keep the camera straight!!!! Capt.ron

name: Fillet N Release
boat_name: DAUNTLESS
date: 10-/18/08
where: SOUTH OF HIGHLAND
method: BOTTOM
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 2 LBS
bait_used: CLAM
water_depth: 100'
other: LOTS OF SEA BASS, PORGIES, A FEW BLUES,STIPPER, SKATE AND SHARK

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 10/18/08
where: Sandy Hook Bay
method: Clams
species: Striped Bass
size: 17 lbs
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 15 ft
water_temp: 57 ft
other: Kevin McSurley and his charter enjoyed three and a half hours of red hot stiper fishing this morning despite rough water and adverse conditions. They boated over 40 fish, keeping their limit. I have openings for bith charters and open trips for the upcoming week. Call Cat Ray:732 803-6276

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/18/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Gotta love those NE'sters!!! Very good action once again on bait...Anchored up and had them biting right away. Had a group from troop 5 boy scouts, they actually caught the first 3 keepers to start the day and a very nice 24 pounder for the large one of thier group. Tom Perry, Garfield, N.J. had the hot hand on big fish landing 8 and winning the pool with a 28 pounder. He also had a 22 pounder in the box. Dr. Sal gave his usual fishing leason with 4 fish and a blue. Little nasty and we had to deal with some tough conditions but very fishable. The end of the day we made 3 drifts and had some of the best shots of fish all day!! Can't wait till tomorrow!! Capt.ron

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 10/17/08
where: Barnegat Light Reef
method: bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 3lbs
bait_used: clams/squid
water_depth: 55
water_temp: 65
other: Today,s half day trip on the wreck fishing grounds was pretty good. Not as many larger sea bass were caught today but the porgy fishing made up for that.we did manage at decent catch by the end of the trip and did not have to trave far, so overall a good day on the water.

name: Mick Pirolli
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 1017/2008
where: Off Long Branch
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: Up to 3 lbs.
bait_used: Clams & Squid
water_depth: 45 to 70 Ft.
water_temp: 68 Degrees
other: The Mick Pirolli charter was on board the Bounty Hunter for a day of Seabass fishing. Not being impressed with the wreck fishing to the south Paul decided to run to the Hangs up north. Fishing in a 25 Knot NNE wind the charter haad a good bite on the first 2 drops. As the wind dropped out toward the afternoon the bite slowed to a pick. We did however finish the day with just under 70 nice size Seabass in the box along with a handful of Porgies. Two 27" Striped Bass were caught on bottom rigs and both were released. I am running my last "Open Boat" Seabass trip on Monday Oct.27th. If interested in jumping on board call 732-323-8700 or E- Mail me for details. The entire month of Nov. & Dec. will be devoted to catching Striped Bass.

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 10/17/08
where: Sandy Hook Bay
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
size: 20 lbs
bait_used: clams
other: Dr. Bob Rush and his grandchildren chartered the boat today. As of 11 AM they boated a 20 lb striped bass after losing a number of others and have also caught numerous weakfish. Capt Ray has spots for the open trip this Sun. as well as openings for next week. Call for reservations: 732 803-6276

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/17/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Very good fishing today... Guess the change in the weather and downside of the moon finally had something to do with that. Had action on every drop with the bigger ones coming early!! Nice new body of fish in the area. Several guys had thier 3 fish limit with the extra's going back..Pool fish at 23 pounds caught by Rich Vito,Piscataway NJ. several fish from 16 to 20 pounds. Finally saw some bird life on the way in with bass rolling on top. NE for tomorrow should make'em hungy again, can't wait!!! Capt.ron

name: Capt. Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 10/16/08
where: ocean
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
size: 18lbs
bait_used: clams
water_depth: 30 ft
water_temp: 60
other: Dick Skinder does it again! For the third time in as many weeks Dick has chartered the boat by himself and managed to catch 21 striped bass, keeping his 2, an 18 and a 17 ponder, releasing the rest. Six of the fish that he released would have been legal fish. We have plenty of openings next week for both charter and open trips. I have spots on the open trip this Sun. Call Capt Ray: 732 803-6276.

name: Stu
boat_name: No Regrets
date: 10/16/07
where: The rocks
method: bottom
species: Blackfish
size: 16"
bait_used: clams,green crab
water_depth: 50 ft.
other: Cleared Shark River this AM at 7 pm and headed north. Met by stiff north wind with poor conditions. Ran north the the rocks to set up for sea bass and blacks. Found birds on the way with nothin under them. Made 3 drops today with the 3rd finally producing a steady pick of keeper seabss and then the blackfish turned on around noon. Soon after the seas laid down and we had steady action of blackfish mostly shorts with 4 keepers to 16 inches.As soon as the tog bite started heating up we ran outta crabs!! A few more ate clams after that. We ended the day with a dozen keeper sea bass and 4 togs. Beats work!!

name: kirk favreau
e_mail: kfavreau@Bowdoin .edu.
boat_name: Foot traveler
date: 10/16/08
where: Androscoggin River, Maine
method: cast and retrieve
species: Striped Bass
size: 22 inches
bait_used: 6 inch shad body
water_depth: 1 to 8 feet
water_temp: 61 degrees
other: Times are good. I spend my time looking for new jersey stripers who come to maine for the fall bait run. I found a tagged one.

\name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/16/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Very poor customer showing in AH today. Only 3 of us made it out with a handfull of customers...fish where a little more finicky today and only bit on the change of tide. Had a good half hour of fishing and kept 16 fish. Tossed back almost as many shorts. Once the current ran hard, everything shut down. Still, a very nice day on the water. Weather looks much better for tomorrow and Saturday, not what they were saying two days ago!! Capt.ron

name: cap Jay V
e_mail: jjvent@optonline.net
boat_name: always something
date: 10/15/08
where: shrews rocks
method: anchored
species: Porgy
size: slabs
bait_used: worms, clams, peanut bunker
water_depth: 34 ft
water_temp: 64
other: full throttle to the shrews rocks, little choppy in the morning, laid down nice towards lunch. anchored up in 30 -40ft of water. Hammered the slab Porgies, Sea bass,weakfish.some very big Porgies.alot of birds working about 10 miles away to far to chase them.on the way back to the hook we seen a Kingfish or a Spanish Mackerel jumping about 4 ft out of the water this fish was huge. great day on the water boat ran great.

name: Brian
e_mail: Bigmac1718@aol.com
date: October 15, 2008
where: Sandy Hook
method: Surf Casting
species: Striped Bass
size: 20"-25"
bait_used: Surface plugs and poppers
water_depth: 4'-8'
water_temp: ??
other: I Was fishing the high tide this morning and as the reports have said, there were lots of bait fish running the suds. And as usual the bass and blues were right under them. The action only lasted for about half an hour, right at sun rise. I hooked up on 4 stripers all within the 20 to 25 inch range, and at least a dozen cocktail blues that were running with the bait fish. Hopefully it stays this way.

e_mail: strizzlem@aol.com
boat_name: nicole rose
date: 10/15
where: off ac
method: bottom
species: Weakfish
size: 10"-14"
bait_used: bucktails
water_depth: 20-40
water_temp: 66
other: 50 weakies a few blues small small and small

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/15/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Another very good bite...most fish were caught before the change of tide, drifting in the AM. Had shots of 4 to 5 on at times. Once we lost the tide, found a reading and anchored up. Had a one, two pick, until the last 1/2 hour of the day when everything went dead...Chief "circle hook" Valentine lead the way with 7 fish, 3 very nice keepers. Blues Man Dom finally made it back and caught his limit along with several others. Pool fish went to a first timer (with a rod rental) 25.4 pounds!! Great day on the water...Capt.ron

name: dan boylan
e_mail: danboylan1951@yahooo.com
boat_name: bay lady 11
date: 10/14/08
where: mud bouy
method: drift
species: Porgy
size: medium to large
bait_used: clams/worms
water_depth: 50
other: Great conditions today. Nice warm day nice seas and plenty of fish. The porgy action was non stop and we limited out with some really nice size scup. The sea bass were mostly shorts but we did manage a couple of keepers.This is the time of year when it can be magic on the water. Tight lines.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/14/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Even better fishing today!! 3 days in a row. Walked out of the house in the AM, saw that huge moon and thought, what the hell am I gonna do today! First couple drifts produced 12 keepers along with shorts. Tried to anchor and chum twice after the change of tide, NG. Went back to the drift, the bite was on. 86 year old Dick Snyder, Spring Valley landed 3 fish including the largest on the boat, 23 1/2 pounds. Couple others in the 20 pound range. Paul Smitko, Mitch, Billy and several others all had thier limits. Fish ranged from 24 to 34 inches......kept the stress doll in the box today Jim"!! Capt.Ron

name: Capt. Al
boat_name: Tina Tuna
date: 10/10
where: outside Barnegat Inlet
method: drifting
species: Blackfish
bait_used: clams
water_temp: 71
other: started out looking for stripers on reports of considerable life south of the inlet. The markings on the screen gave us hope of a banner striper day, but nothing we tried produced fish; clams, jigging, live lining bunker, trolling-- all had zero results. So we headed up to tires and drifted. We finished our clams and had our pick of small blackfish and porgies. Ended up with a few keepers in the box. Beautiful day on the water

name: Capt.Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 10/10/2008
where: ocean
method: bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 2lbs
bait_used: clam/squid
water_depth: 65
water_temp: 67
other: I decided to stay inshore and try the wrecks north of Barnegat Inlet today. The inshore fishing produced action all day long but with mostly small sea bass and porgies. We did manage a decent catch by the end of the day along with with a few trigger fish and the it was a near perfect day to be out on the water.

name: Ray Maronpot
e_mail: lilray@ptd.net
boat_name: poolwinner
date: 10/10/08
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Striped Bass
size: 27 1/2"
bait_used: diamond jigs, clam/squid
water_depth: 20'-50'
water_temp: 60's
other: What a day to be on the ocean. Nice to be the boss and have a scheduled fishing day turn out like this. Put in at Leonardo and ran down to the rocks to try for some sea bass, did well there last Wednesday. Slow but steady pick, all undersized, also caught some porgies and skates. Ran up to Sandy Hook reef because we saw alot of boats, more of the same. Took a ride south off asbury and threw jigs at snapper blues until we had enough. Stopped back at the rocks for one last try at some keeper sea bass, calm, glassy, sun setting, still in tee shirts and barefoot. Caught a few more shorts and packed it all up, oh yeah, left some avas rigged and ready. Nice smooth ride back towards the hook. About 6:00pm, about a 1/2 mile off the Highlands bridge all hell broke loose. The water was boiling, birds going bonkers, pretty much every cast hooked up. Big blues, nice bass, three stoked fisherman on an 18' cc. Hooks flying everywhere, rainfish spit up all over, many triple headers. We released every fish safely and left them biting so we did not have to load up in the dark. What a day to be on the water, tight lines.

name: Mike Marselli
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 10/10/2008
where: Monmouth Beach
method: Trolling
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 29"
bait_used: Umbrella Rigs
water_depth: 45 Ft.
water_temp: 65 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Mike Marselli charter on board the Bounty Hunter. Working our way north along the beach we came across plenty of Blues feeding on schools of Rainfish but were unsuccesful when we tried Jigging. They showed no interest at all. We finally came across a good spread of fish just north of the Rocks and put out the Trolling gear. Our first fish was a 27" Bass. We worked the area for 3 hours and landed 6 Bass up to 29" along with over 25 Blues a few reaching 12 lbs. All the Bass and Blues were released. I am running "Open Boat" for Seabass on Oct. 25th & 27th. Get in on some great fishing. Call 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 10/10/08
where: Bay
method: lures
species: Weakfish
size: 7 lbss
bait_used: lures
water_depth: 35 ft
water_temp: 62
other: Scott Madole of the Poconos and his charter caught weakfish this morning on jigs. They caught quite a few nice ones - several in the 6-7 lb area. When the tide subsided we went into the ocean and caught blackfish, sea bass and porgies as well as you could possibly catch them. Many porgies in the 2 1/2 lb range and several blackfish up to 8 lbs. Blackfish were plentiful. We kept our limit and released the rest. On the way home we saw stripers and jigged several of them. Sunday's weather is pristine and I have an open trip planned with spots available, I also have openings for next Mon. and Tues. Call Capt. Ray: 732 803 6276.

name: Not Nick
boat_name: Big O
date: 10/9
where: north jetty IBSP
method: Everything
species: Bluefish
size: up to 12 lbs
bait_used: Jigs and Live Line Bunker
water_depth: 20 ft
water_temp: 72 degrees
other: Way too warm for the intended species...Stippers...Bunker everywhere and non stop pods pushing south. The first 4 pods, at least 200 ft in diameter each, had nothing under them then at the change of tide early afternoon the last few pods had alligator blues under them. Fun but not table fare.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/09/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Naturally today we had a nice gang of customers after the last two days reports! And yes, the fishing was not good. Had White water fish around the boat, tried every lure and rig you could imagine..Top water, Jigs, jigs with tails, Plain, crippled herring, shads anything in the box to no avail! Anchored and clammed on several drops, NG. Very frustrating to say the least. The fish are here, the bait is here, just a matter of time for the water temp to get right and the bite will be more consistant. Ended the day with 4 keeper Stripers and a couple of blues, not a happy Captain!!! Capt.ron

name: Sojo
e_mail: jfhowell84@hotmail.com
boat_name: Crack o Noon
date: 08-Oct-08
where: Barnegat Ridge
method: Troll and Live line
species: Little Tunny
size: 10 to 12 lbs
bait_used: Lures, Bunker, Spearing
water_depth: 60 -80
other: Landed twelve false albacore and lost another four or five. All the action was while trolling. Didn't get any hits when we chummed with spearing and used live peanut bunker for bait. We did all our damage on the South Ridge. Did not raise a single fish on North Ridge. Did not see any BFT. Were only two other boats on ridges and no BFT were caught. How was mudhole? John

name: Capt. Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 10/7/08 PM, 10/08/08 AM
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
size: 20 lbs
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 30 ft
water_temp: 61
other: On 10/7 a three man charter Rocco Colyario of Denville, NJ and his party caught thier limit in stripers, the biggest one being 20 lbs. All fish were caught on clams. 10/8 Mark Huber and his party went bottom fishing, catching porgies and limiting out on blackfish. Mark and his lady friend Michelle, first time tog fishermen, took to it very well. Both catching and releasing many more than their limit, with fish up to 8 lbs. Michelle threatens that she will be back in Dec., foul weather gear on, red nail polish off to dig in when the limits increase. I have opening on Sunday for an open boat trip and openings next week for open boat trips and charters. Call Capt. Ray at: 732 803-6276

name: Capt.ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/08/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Some very nice fish today, but it did take ALL day to catch them. Bounced around several drops to put a catch together. A few guys had thier limits including Ron Solin, Mitch Jevic and Major John. Pool fish was 18 pounds. Not as many 27 inch fish as yesterday, as most went in the box! Had the last of the outgoing and had to get through slack and the change before any action really happened. Read and saw tons of Rain fish everywhere we went. The fish we did catch were loaded with bait, can't beleave they were still hungry enough to eat the clams! It's taken me 30 years to learn PATIENCE, yesterday and today...it paid off! Capt. Ron

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/07/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Much better catch today. After chasing the bird life, bait and fish that didn't want to bite, we took our 10 customers and went clamming. Looked around for a 1/2 hour before we found a scratch that looked like Bass. Anchored up and had a one to two on, slow pick the rest of the day. 12 fish went 27 inches!! The rest were keepers. Best day out of the past 6...Still trying to get everyone to use 20lb. test leaders, that's what works, 40, 60 any of the crap you buy in the tackle shop ain't gonna make it. Way too many customers try too prove us wrong and catch squat, unless you consider Dogfish, sea robbins and skates a success! Plenty of fish around, plenty of bait, if the rain fish would go away I'm sure the action would be 100 percent better. Very frustrating to stop on readings that look like the whole boat would be hooked up and only see 1 maybe 2 fish on the drift. Naturally, we go through this every season, when the water temp gets right and the fish start to feed like there's no tommorow, the reports will be much better...For now, were busting butt to do the best we can...Capt.Ron

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 10/4-10/6/08
where: Atlantic Ocean
method: Bait
species: Blackfish
size: 11 1/2 lbs
bait_used: Green Crabs
water_depth: 50 ft
water_temp: 62
other: Eric Heiser and his charter had excellent bottom fishing with great numbers of porgies up to 3 lbs. and limited the boat out with blackfish, catching and releasing the over. Eric Heiser scored an 11 1/2 lb blackfish. Sunday we had an open boat. Tom Dobbek and his group of five were limited out on porgies and each caught a large blackfish, releasing the over. The high hook on the boat was Bill (Mush) Silverman with a catch of large porgies, keeping one 8 lb. blackfish and releasing quite a few others. Sun. afternoon's trip Alec Decosta took his father fishing for his birthday along with several others. They had a large catch of nice shad porgies until it got dark. Then we bass fished using clams. We caught several nice bass, the biggest being caught by Alex at 15 1/2 lbs. Today Michael Macknahurney and his charter caught their limit in striped bass and jigged numerous bluefish. The biggest was a 22 lb bass caught by Walter Palowski, Michael's brother-in-law. Our next open trip is Sun. and there are open trips and I am available for charter next week. Call Capt. Ray: 732 803-6276.

name: Adam LaRosa
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: 10/5-6
where: Toms
method: Overnight
species: Swordfish
size: 250-260
bait_used: Squid
water_depth: 600
water_temp: 69
other: We ran a bunch of trips so far this October and I’ve only got a chance to post a few of them – here are the rest from last week on the 60’ Ritchie Howell Capt. Mark DeBlasio had the Dr. John Bednar charter out Sunday to Monday October 5-6 as the Dr. heard of the solid swordfishing and wanted to get in on the action. And they did. They started trolling in between the Hudson and Toms canyon in the late afternoon only to pick one longfin before having the get on the hook for the night. Almost immediately they got a bite on the sword rod and it was a good fish only to pull the hook on it 20 minutes into the fight. Another 4 quiet hours were spent watching the rods when the 250’ rod went off and the fight was on. Always an animal on the rod Dr. Bednar had the fish to the boat quickly and the crew had a shot at the harpoon and took it. Gutted she came in at 220 pounds so we figured add another 30-40 pounds for a beautiful 250-260## sword - one of the biggest we've caught to date. [IMG]http://www.canyonrunner.com/data/41/img/3450.jpg[/IMG] Capt. DeBlasio had the Tom Malan charter back out Tuesday to Wednesday and headed back to the northeast corner of the Toms Canyon getting on the troll they had a hard time getting the fish going but pulled a couple nice longfin before dark. The night time was spent boating a bunch of mahi and going 3 for 3 on swords with a 60” sword boated. Believe it or not that 60” sword was taken on a jig. Up on the troll in the morning they nailed a few more mahi and another longfin to finish off with the 3 longfin and 3 swords with one boated. Capt. DeBlasio had the John Deno charter out Thursday to Friday after waiting out the blow and got to the edge around 2pm. Trolling all day Thursday only saw one yellowfin hit the deck of about 30 pounds. Night time saw no action at all and up on the troll in the morning they bailed out with a couple longfin. For all the pictures go to www.canyonrunner.com

name: jack
e_mail: sc21@comcast.net
boat_name: pair of jacks
date: 10/04/08
where: south of squan inlet
method: trolling
species: Atlantic Bonito
bait_used: feathers
water_depth: 50-80
water_temp: 65
other: Tried trolling for bonito and false albacore-not a touch- ocean absolutely dead from the beach out past Manasquan Ridge to Klondike.

name: Sam, Joe, Joe H, Chris, Jim, and Tom
boat_name: All Hooked Up
date: 10/04/2008
where: Toms and 2 miles off the beach
method: Chunk/Troll/ drifting bunker
species: Striped Bass
size: all
other: Interesting trip- headed for the Toms on Friday and got out there to set up immediately for the chunk. Nailed 3 nice mahi and 2 swordfish. Trolled up 1 longfin in the morning and missed 3 solid knockdowns on the troll. OK trip turned into an excellent trip when we spotted acres of bunker 2 miles off the beach on the way home. Under those bunker were monster blues and under those blues were monster bass. Caught nothing smaller than 37" fish and up to 39". We simply ran out of time and basically left the fish biting. Great trip but where are those yellowfin??

name: Capt. Vince Carini
e_mail: vcarini@aol.com
boat_name: Corrective Action
date: 10/4/08
where: Romer Scholl
method: chumming
species: Striped Bass
size: 28 minimum
bait_used: clams
water_depth: 20-25
water_temp: 64
other: Fished with about a hundred other boats on Saturday morning at Romer. Results: Zero bass, 2 sharks, 1 skate. Gave up about 3 hours later and tried trolling. Results zero. The fish just were not in the mood Saturday. Better luck coming when the water cools a bit.

name: Dave Tranchera
boat_name: Megan Beth
date: 10/04/08
where: Mud Hole
method: Troll
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 30-40 Lbs
bait_used: Jigs
water_depth: 200
water_temp: 64
other: Dave Tranchera and freinds were aboard the Megan Beth for a day of Tuna fishing. Heading out to the Mud Hole in beautiful calm sea we first trolled. One hour into the troll we boated our first Bluefin about 30 lbs. as we reeled up the fish the fish finder lit up like a Xmas tree. dropping a jig down we mangaged another Tuna . Moving around we jigged another 9 fish. Back on the troll at the end of the day only produced alot of false Albacore. Total was 11 Blue fin 10 release keeping one and over 20 false albacore released.Great day on the water.

name: Capt Steve
boat_name: Spousal Abuse
date: 10/04/08
where: Ocean
method: Drift,Troll,Anchor
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 35-58
other: Four of us fishing in my 23 ft boat only managed 3 sea robbins, one dogfish a skate and I think one Porgy. Could not even catch a bluefish no stripers or even a bite. Tried clams,butterfish and trolling stretch 25's. Did not see any other boat net a single fish. Tried Ocean and Bay. (swing and a miss)

name: Greg
e_mail: pvs676@yahoo.com
boat_name: Storm Front
date: 10/4/08
where: Squan to the Rocks to the Oil Wreck
method: Troll & Jig
species: Bluefish
bait_used: Plugs & Feathers
water_depth: 20-150
water_temp: 67
other: Trolled feathers about a mile off the beach from squan to asbury - nada. Trolled plugs from Deal to the rocks to the mud buoy - nada. Trolled feather through the farms to the oil werck. Nothing, not a touch. marked a lot of bait though.

name: Dave Daly
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 10/04/2008
where: Jeff's Spot
method: Chunking
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: Up to 50 lbs.
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 165 Ft.
water_temp: 66 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran offshore with the Dave Daly charter on Saturday. Arriving at the grounds where the bite has been over the last few weeks the radio chatter indicated that the area was over run by Dogfish. So we decided to run out to Jeff's spot. We anchored on solid reads and had a great day with Bluefin weighing up to 50 lbs. and a few dozen very large Albies. As was the case on our previous trip the charter went 10 for 10 on the Bluefin. I am running Open Boat Seabass trips on Oct. 25th & 27th. If interested call 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Potter Rumsey
boat_name: The Professor
date: 10/4/08
where: Bathing Beaches to Seaside Park Piers
method: Trolling & Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: None
bait_used: Bunker Spoons, Stretch 30's
water_depth: 30 to 65 feet
water_temp: 67
other: First Striped Bass trolling trip of the fall. Trolled from Seaside Park Piers to Bathing Beaches. Had a couple micro blues on what appeared to be rainfish under some bird play but otherwise nothing. Absolutely beautoful day on the water. Should've been at the canyon. Maybe next time. Tight Lines

name: Mick Pirolli
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 10/03/2008
where: Inshore Wrecks
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: Up to 3 lbs.
bait_used: Clams, Gulp
water_depth: 60 to 80 ft.
water_temp: 67 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul made his first Seabass trip of the Fall season today with the Mick Pirolli charter. As usual the NOAA weather forecast was wrong. We never saw the 3 to 4 Ft. seas they were calling for only the 5 to 8 Ft. that we fished in. Despite the 25+ knot wind the charter toughed it out and put a respectable catch of 70 keeper Seabass up to 3 1/2 lbs. in the box under very difficult conditions. The Seabass season is starting now. Call 732-323-8700 to book your charter today. Can't put together a charter? Sign up for one of my Open Boat Seabass trips. I will be sailing Open on Oct.19,25 & 27.

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmrgiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 10-1-08
where: ocean
method: wreck
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 3lbs
bait_used: clams
water_depth: 75
water_temp: 67
other: Today I had the Generose bros. out for a day of wreck fishing.The weather was perfect and the fishing was just as good. A good catch of sea bass was put together by the days end with a few bagging size porgies added to the cooler and one very large sheepshead.We also caught a good number of blackfish, mostly on the small side but they provided us with plenty of action.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 10/01/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Too bad the talk of showers for today kept the customers home...especially you Mitch!! Very good bite for an hour and a half in the AM. All on clams, lot of smaller fish today but we still managed several limits on keepers. After the change it was just about a repeat of yesterday, had a couple shots of fish but the bite died all together once the current ran hard....Beautifull day on the water. Cooler weather coming this week should really start things up!! Capt.ron

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 9/29/0
where: Raritan Bay
method: bait
species: Striped Bass
size: 20 lb
bait_used: clams
other: Dick Skinder of West Orange chartered the the boat by himself as he always does. He kept his limit of stripers and released about 28 other fish. Capt. Ray has openings all week. Please call: 732- 803-6276.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 9/29/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Two weeks in a row for the Monday boys with a very good bite on Stripers!! Drifted most of the morning picking away until the tide changed. Anchored up on some nice readings and the bite was on. Jack had the hot hand today with 10 fish! Anchor Joe just beat out Big Tom Krako with a 16 pounder for the pool. Several limits Including the twins, Tom & Jerry, Jack, Reggie, Joe, my dad and a few others...All fish were caught on the oldest nastiest clams you could imagine!! Been holding them for over a week as the clam boats haven't been out....tomorrow we will be putting up NEXT WEEKS BAIT!!!! Capt.Frank ended up very good last night with the blues. Seems the fish like the dusk into the dark the past two weeks. Jigs and Bait have worked well.

name: Bruce Scriva
boat_name: Megan Beth
date: 9/28/08
where: Rocks
method: chum
species: Bluefish
size: 3-10 lb
bait_used: Butterfish
water_depth: 35
water_temp: 65
other: Bruce Scriva and crew from Verona were aboard the Megan Beth for a day of Bluefishing. Heading up to the rocks in dense fog and a huge swell from Saturdays storm we had steady action all day with Bluefish,by days end we had a cooler full of Blues.

name: Captain Ray Burke
date: 9/27/08 AM & PM & 9/28/08
where: Bay
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
size: 20 lbs
bait_used: clams
water_depth: 25 ft
water_temp: 65
other: Sat morning we had out Dr. Michael Chmielewski and his office staff. Fishing was slow but to our surprise we wound up boating several striped bass including two keepers by Rachael Shelly, office manager. Saturday's PM trip showed large improvement. Miguel Saron and his family scored 17 bass, 6 of which were keepers. Today Chief Warden and charter had the best day yet scoring over 55 fish and had 10 keepers. I have open days all of next week. Call Capt Ray at: 732 803-6276.

name: andrew
date: 9/28/08
where: manasquan ridge and few miles east
method: troll
species: Atlantic Bonito
size: 14"
bait_used: surface lures
water_depth: 75 feet
water_temp: 68
other: Trolled manasquan ridge and a few miles east, where we got only a few atlantic bonito. They seemed to like a 4-5kt troll, as opposed to the usual 7 or so, that I typically do. Lots of little pods of very tiny bait fish, not sure what they were.

name: Joe
e_mail: JoeG3401@aol.com
boat_name: Hot Line
date: 9/22/2008
where: Klondike
method: Troll
species: Albacore Tuna
size: Up to 8 pounds
bait_used: everything I had
water_depth: 65
water_temp: 69
other: Got out around noon headed to the klondike. First time trolling a large spread with the boat so put out everything we had. Clark spoons, birds with daisy chains, feathers, and a spreader bar. Everything caught fish did best with black and white feathers and red and white feathers. It was getting a little too choppy for us so we headed in at 4 with 15 fish in the boat I hope the ocean calms downs soon and the fish stay in close.

name: Wolfgang Sprie
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 09/22/2008
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Chumming
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 10 lbs.
bait_used: Bunker & Ava's
water_depth: 35 Ft.
water_temp: 70 Degrees
other: Wolfgang Sprie returned to the Bounty Hunter alone to spend the day Bluefishing. The weather and ocean conditions did not look good in the AM but conditions improved as the day went on. The ocean settled down and after a slow start the Blues decided to cooperate. Switching between Bait and Ava47's we managed to bring over 60 Blues to the boat. Again, as is always the case with Wolfgang all the Blues were released. Looking to get in on some wreckfishing for Seabass? I am running "Open Boat" on Oct. 11,12,19,23 & 27. Call 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Captain Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer II
date: 09/22
where: Ocean
method: Bottom
species: Tautog
size: up to 12 LBS
bait_used: Clams and Green Crabs
water_depth: 50
other: Edgar Martinez and group had the boat chartered today for some fabulous bottom fishing!! They caught a ton of giant porgies up to 3 1/2 LBS and also had some very large blackfish up to 12 LBS. They kept their limit of blackfish and released the rest. We have dates available for this week and next so call Captain Ray at 732-803-6276 for a reservation.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 9/22/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Finally had a day today! Swell layed down from the weekend, the bite was on. More keepers than shorts with several limits and bonus fish. All on clams, not 1 bluefish!! Dave Blendowski/Lodi had the first decent fish of the fall for the pool, 22 pounds. Couple guys managed 3 with bonus tags including Anchor Joe and Dr. Keith. After the beating all weekend, today was a pleasure to be out. Hope it keeps up!! Capt.Frank had very good bluefishing on both afternoon trips, exactly where they didn't bite in the daytime...go figure! Capt.ron

name: Joe Gere
e_mail: jgere@habanajoe.com
boat_name: Hidden Treasure
date: 9/21/08
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Trolling
species: Bluefish
size: up to 12 lbs
bait_used: green/yellow streamers
water_depth: 30'
other: Another good day of Bluefishing at the Rocks but no Bass. The Blues torn up the shads & eels so we switched to streamers again. Saw a couple small Bass taken, very small but none for us. I don't how the fishing could be any better the past couple weeks there. After 2 hours our arms are all sore so we called it quits early again.

name: frank and mary
boat_name: knot easy
date: 9-21-08
where: shewsbury rocks
method: chum
species: Bluefish
size: 6-11 lbs
bait_used: bunker
other: threw the hook at a little after 1:30pm and did not take more than a few minutes for the first hookup....landed three blues early on than some googan ran right thru the slick and killed the bite .....got them going again and the fishing was non-stop ...all you wanted ,me and the wife left with tired arms and big smiles.....had a few more boats run right thru our slick and one half million dollar sportfisherman pass a hundred feet off our stern after running up our slick.....if he did not know we were chumming ,why were there 50-100 birds behind the boat?

name: Jason Ross
e_mail: jasonross@remax.net
boat_name: M.T Nest
date: 9-21-08
where: Manasquan Ridge
method: Troll
species: Little Tunny
size: upto 10LBS
bait_used: Clark Spoons and Feathers
water_depth: 50-70 Ft
water_temp: 70ish
other: Went out to go bottom fishing with my buddy Mike. Made a stop at the Axel Carlson and had no drift. After an hour of nothing I got a call that the Albie bite was hot so I took a ten minute run to the Ridge. Got out there and as Mike was putting it in the water he got slammed. Ended up boating 20 Albies and 2 bonitos!! Then I went back to where I was bottom fishing and caught 15 seabass upto about 4 LBS..Dont get any better..Tight lines and some good eats..

name: Werner & Wolfgang Sprie
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 09/21/2008
where: Offshore Tuna Grounds
method: Chunking
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: Up to 38"
bait_used: Sardines
water_depth: 145 Ft.
water_temp: 68 Degrees
other: Taking advantage of a weather window Capt. Paul ran offshore with release fishermen Werner and Wolfgang Sprie. We were in search of Bluefin Tuna after 3 days of NE winds. Anchoring in 145 Ft. we boated our first Bluefin within the first 10 minutes. The slick then attracted our first Albie then our first Bluefish. We had steady action from all the species and finished up the day going 10 for 10 on Bluefin, the largest measuring 38" with none under 27". In addition we landed over 2 dozen Albies and over 2 dozen Blues. The Bonus fish was a 10 lb. Mahi which took a deep bait. As is always the case with the Spries all the Tuna and other fish were released. I am sailing "Open Boat" for Seabass on Oct. 11,12,19,23 & 27. If interested call 732-323-8700 For details.

name: andrew
date: 9/21/08
where: Just east of Axel Carlson
method: troll
species: Little Tunny
size: 8-11 #
water_depth: 75 ft
water_temp: 69
other: Trolled a few miles East of Axel Carlson reef, 5pm. Really got into the false albacore. They seemed to like small, surface, jets, dark. Too bad you can't eat these guys. They sure fight like a son of a bitch.

name: Tony C.
e_mail: achiccarine@fluitron.com
boat_name: Donna
date: 9/21/08
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Troll
species: Bluefish
size: 15 pounds
bait_used: Stretch 25's and 30's
water_depth: 60 ft
water_temp: 70
other: Another small craft advisory day that was beautiful on the water. Left Manasquan inlet to find birds and bait all over the mouth of the inlet but we couldn't buy a bite. Headed North and found the party boat fleet just inside of England Bank. We boated several blues to 12 pound until it slowed. Further North a few blues at the Rocks then all the big blufish you wanted about 1 mile NE of the gas can. One of the best bluefishing days ever.

name: cap Jay V
e_mail: jjvent@optonline.net
boat_name: always something
date: 9/20/08
where: Raritan Bay
method: Drifting
species: Striped Bass
size: 9lb
bait_used: live peanuts
other: Started out netting peanuts, the harbor was loaded. ended up catching small weaks, snappers, butterfish, croakers, peanuts, porgies. pretty cool netted all those species. threw all back except the peanuts, snappers and butterfish. Ran out to the hook, dropped some live peanuts, thought i had on a nice striper, got it to the boat, huge fluke.. biggest I ever caught to date, 9lb monster, sucked I threw it back, I was tempted boy... took some nice pictures back to the depts. only 1 fish caught.. still a great day, seas calmed down in the afternoon boat ran great, ready for next week.......

name: capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 9/18/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
size: 18 lbs
bait_used: Jig
water_depth: 50 ft
water_temp: 70
other: We started out this morning jigging. We caught several nice keeper bass and some throwbacks and a number of large bluefish. The rest of the day we were bottomfishing. We caught our limit in blackfish with each angler keeping one blackfish of 5 or more pounds. Charlie Rakovic caught 20 blaackfish and released all but one that was 8 lbs. Dr. Arnold Goldberg caught about 20 blackfish and released all but an 8 punder. Joe Aizisa had multiple togs, releasing all but a 7 pounder. Carl ZAimmerman the same, keeping one big one, and Bob Penci kept a 7 pounder and released a few, and Capt. Ray Burke caught the biggest fish, close to 12 pounds and released it. We had excellent porgie fishing, with porgies up to 3 pounds with no end of fish possible. There were also a few nice sea bass caught. Capt Ray has an open trip on Sun. with an agenda similar to today's, and has for next week Call 732 803-62-76

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 9/18/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Only 9 customers down today, couldn't stay home again! Had plenty of life in the AM, just didn't catch what we saw. Had fish all around the boat, Bass and Blues, caught a few on every other drift. All short bass today, no keepers. Decided to run to the rocks and chunk. Had good fishing for the rest of the day, all bluefish. Tomorrow looks to be a tough one..will it blow 25 outta the NE?, or will we get screwed with the weather report again? Who knows. Will shape up in the AM and see what happens, if it's fishable and enough guys show, off we go! Capt.Ron

name: chris
e_mail: fishtheridge@aol.com
date: sept. 17
where: gloryhole
method: troll chunk
species: Bluefin Tuna
water_depth: 145
water_temp: 71-72
other: Went to the fleet on the westside of the glory hole. Was 60 boats in a small area. Noaa said 2- 4 feet, it was 16-18 knots and seas were 3-7 with big close together chop. It was a small craft advisory day, but you wouldnt know it if you listened to noaa. It was a real hard day. Chunked for 4 hours and trolled for 3, nothing but a bluefish and several falsies. Nobody caught anything. Checked out the resor on the way in, nothing there the area was dead. What a bad day to take off and fish. It was a real disappointing day. Chris

name: jimmy/dan
e_mail: cvbat812@aol.com
boat_name: whiplash
date: 09/17/08
where: mudhole
method: jig/troll
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 30/55
bait_used: plugs
water_depth: 240
water_temp: 70
other: left the dock at sun up had the fins soon after we got out there slow pick but where happy to fill the coolers with meat and not burn to much fuel came in under the cover of dark a bit over wink wink getout there and load up why there here in close goodluck/besafe

name: rick brown
e_mail: rickbrown@urnerbarry.com
boat_name: Victorious
date: 9-17-08
where: monster ledge
method: trolling
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 40-60lbs
bait_used: cedar plugs and feathers
water_depth: 230
other: hooked four BFT, boated two, took home one. False Abbies all day long. Great trip.

name: TONY-LENNY-MIKE
e_mail: LIVEBAIT72@AOL.COM
boat_name: REEL PLAY
date: SEPT-16-08
where: MONSTER LEDGE
method: TROLL
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 40#
bait_used: PURPLE FEATHERS
water_depth: 150
water_temp: 68
other: ONE KNOCKDOWN 40LB BFT 20 MINUTES INTO THE TROLL AND NOT A TOUCH THE REST OF THE DAY.

name: capt. Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 9/13-15
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
other: Dennis Granis and his charter caught, bluefish, striped bass and sea bass very well on Sat. 9/13. They caught 4 bass and kept 2 as well as sea bass up to 4 pounds and bluefish up to 15 lbs. Sunday Keith Corrial and his charter jigged bluefish and stripers for 1 1/2 hours and then we went bottom fishing. They caught over 100 jumbo porgies, several large blackfish and about 20 keeper sea bass. Monday Eric McTencoe and his charter jigged bluefish and had a good catch of porgies, several keeper blackfish and some sea bass. I will be bottom fishing and jigging bass and bluefish all this week and have openings. Call Capt. Ray for reservations or charters: 732 803-6276.

name: Damien Romeo
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: 9/14-15
where: 40 Off
method: Chunk
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 40-120
bait_used: Squid/ling/Sardines
water_depth: 150
water_temp: 71
other: Capt. Mark DeCabia and Phil Dulanie took the Damien Romeo charter offshore Saturday night and stopped on the bluefin grounds at 3:45 am read the bait, dropped the anchor and the first rod in the water was hammered. They went on to fight 2 to 3 fish at a time catching everything on sardines adn 60 pound flouro. They also pulled some fresh live bait off the bottom - squid, ling and whiting and caught some of the bigger fish on that. There best fish was 64 inches and about 110-120 pounds. They had a bunch in the 80 pound class and a bunch of 40 pounders. They had fish on until 9am when the charter couldn\'t reel anymore and they came home. They were fishing once agian 40 miles SE of Manasquan on a course to the Hudson Canyon but never made it - we just didn\'t want to leave that bite.

name: Jason Ross
e_mail: jasonross@remax.net
boat_name: M.T Nest
date: 9-14-08
where: Monster Ledge
method: Drift Chunk, Anchored and Troll
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 32 LBS
bait_used: Sardines, Butters
water_depth: 170FT
water_temp: 70's
other: Fished the Monster today with Mike and Matt. Got out there and started fishing at 7. Had the one and only in the boat by 8. Wasted time and gas the rest of the day. Got pretty ruffed up on the way in today.

name: rob,susie,alexandra,kirsten
e_mail: robbierob4321@att.net
boat_name: pressure release
date: 9-14
where: romer shoal
method: anchor
species: Striped Bass
size: 37 pounds
bait_used: bunker
water_depth: 18
other: took the kids and my fiancee for what I thought would be an easy day of blue fishing.We anchored up near the light house and chummed and chunked for about two hours with out a bite.I was amazed that we could not even catch bluefish when all of a sudden one of the rods went off!!! After the fish was hooked I handed off the rod to my fiancee Susy and she fought it for about 10 minutes and quickly had sore arms.The pole was passed to me and we landed an easy 35 pound linesider .estimateing the length at a minimun of 54 inches.The giant was released with some photos to keep and memories.First striper for my group to see and what a beauty!The children were in awe.A boat saw the fish come up and were interested in us giving them the fish however we released it.The tide was screaming,no doubt why we could not see a bite from the blue fish as well as the big moon.The fishing wasnt what we expected but the nice brute will always be story to tell.See you on the water. r

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA
date: 09/14/2008
where: EAST OF MANASQUAN INLET
method: CHUNK/JIG/TROLL
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: NOT
bait_used: BUTTERS/SARDINES/BUTTERFLY JIGS
water_depth: 150
water_temp: UNK
other: LEFT THE PARKER IN THE SLIP AND HEADED OUT ON MY BUDDIES "LIBERTY EXPRESS" FOR A SHOT AT THE BIG BLUEFINS. ARRIVED AT THE SPOT JUST BEFORE SUN-UP AND DROPPED THE HOOK. THREW MEAT UNTIL 0900 AND NEVER HAD A TOUCH,MANAGED 2 ALBIES ON JIGS WHILE ANCHORED. WENT ON THE TROLL AND ADDED 10 MORE ALBIES BUT NO BLUEFINS. SAW ONE NICE BFT CAUGHT AND HEARD OF SEVERAL MORE. GOD BLESS AMERICA AND GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS.

name: gene hough
e_mail: genehough@yahoo.com`
boat_name: dads dream
date: sept 13
where: the rocks
method: trolling umbrella rig
species: Bluefish
size: 10-13#
water_depth: 30'
water_temp: 71
other: saat morn headed for the rocks lots of readings trolled umbella rigs boating 12 large blues.the surprise was a 8#albie on a plastic squid.back at the squan inlet we saw a ocean sun fish rolling in the inlet.have not seen one in three years.great day with the boys.

name: Jim Paras
e_mail: JParas1@msn.com
boat_name: Double Barrel
date: 9/13/08
where: 26 line
method: drift
species: Tautog
size: Up to 4lbs
bait_used: Clam
water_depth: Varied
water_temp: 71
other: Given there wasn't a huge drift until the easterly wind picked up in the afternoon, I bounced around in water between 35 and 80' and caught some jumbo sea bass and porgies along with a few small to medium sized blackfish. Found most fish holding in deeper water stacked up tight on structure.

name: kenneth kulig
e_mail: gork72@verizon.net
boat_name: Impulse
date: 9/ 13/08
where: glory hole
method: troll chunk jig
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 110 lb
bait_used: jig
water_depth: 140
water_temp: 68.4
other: one knock down went to the chunk plus jigs the jig was the ticket. fish went 110 great day.great day got to love them blue fin

name: CaptKen
e_mail: losthwy66@hotmail.com
boat_name: Maritime
date: 9/13/08
where: Atlantic/Raritan
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
bait_used: Squid
water_depth: 50's
water_temp: 70's
other: What a beautiful and Hot day out on the water. Headed straight out to one of my favorite Sea Bass spots and stayed there all day.The fishing was good. I keep 10 Sea Bass up to 3lbs and threw back at least 30 that where close to keeper size.It not often that you anchor up once and stay there.The fish gods where with me today...for sure. Get out there them Sea Biskits are biting!

name: John O'Day
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: 9/12-13
where: 40 Off
method: Chunk
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 100
bait_used: Squid/ling/Sardines
water_depth: 175
other: Capt. Mark DeBlasio got tired of driving away from the awesome bluefin fishing to go to the canyons to catch a few rat yellowfin so we finally convinced a charter to stay on the bluefin bite and it paid off big time. We left the dock at 3pm on Friday with the John O'Day charter and headed 40 miless off and set up in the mini-fleet at around 5pm and immediately got he fish going. Between 5pm and 10pm they brought 14 bluefin to the boat and one 20 pound mahi. The bluefin ranged from 40 to 100 poudns with most fish right around 44-46 inches and yes they bite right into the dark with the last fish released at 10pm. They then had their first bite around 4:30am and released another 5 fish before pulling the hook at 10am to come home. In total the charter battled 19 big tuna and had one of their best trips with us to date despite not coming home with a truck load of tuna.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 9/13/08
where: Ocean
species: Striped Bass
other: Knew I was in trouble for the first day of Bass fishing when 17 outta the 20 customers that showed, were Rod rentals!!! Hit several area's to catch a keeper and some shorts. Cringed as I watched the people in the stern put their rods in the rod holders waiting for a bite! Tough to pass up jig fish in the AM, but I knew that would be a whole'nother disaster.....Hope the Sunday boys bring their A game tomorrow, your gonna need it... Only wish I had stayed in Cape May 1 more day, I was relaxed and stress free. First day back, I'm ready for Valium!!! Thanks to Bill Horne for his generous donation to SSFFF and for taking very good care of Rob and Chris from his winnings of the Big Fluke pool. Good luck on your first Tuna Trip Bill. Capt.ron

name: Tob B
e_mail: tbolcar19@comcast.net
boat_name: Cock Robin
date: September 12, 2008
where: North of Asbury
method: Jig
species: Bluefish
size: 6-13 lb.
bait_used: Ava-17 to Ava -47 no tails
water_depth: 45-60 ft.
water_temp: warm
other: Capt and crew did a nice job in finding the fish and assisting the fares. Chased birds with fish just under the surface. Much of the day either everybody was hooked up or taking them off the line. Leaving the dock at 0800 everybody who wanted to take fish home had all they wanted by 10AM. After that fish were checked against the pool leader and released. Anglers with sore arms started dropping out by 1030. Only comment is that the boat needs a net as gaff and release isn't very efficient or fair to the fish. No Bonita, no Albies. Overall a great day with a great crew.

name: Ed Ek
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: 9/8-9
where: Hudson
method: Overnight
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 30
bait_used: Canyon Runner Bars/Ballyhoo
water_depth: 100 Fathoms
water_temp: 73
other: Capt. Mark DeBlasio, Greg Ryback and Peter Doran took the Ed Ek charter out on the 48 Canyon Runner Monday to Tuesday and also got in on a decent catch for the group. They left the dock at 10am and stemed to about 30 miles off and had the bluefins on top so they trolled for 2 hours putting 5 fish in the boat releasing 3 and keeping a 46 & 47.5 inch fish. They ran off to the Hudson and worked the west wall with out a touch missing out on the big-eye bite. They set up for the night and soon thereafter got 53.5 inch sword in the boat off the deep rod. They got up on the troll in the morning and picked away at mahi mahi until they long rigger started screaming and they thought they had their bite. It turned out to be a huge white marlin that was released. They also pulled a 30 pound yellowfin on the troll ending the trip with a 5 flag day.

name: Frank Knoefel
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: 9/8-9
where: Hudson
method: Overnight
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 33"
bait_used: Butterfish
water_depth: 95
water_temp: 73
other: Capt. Mark DeCabia and PHil Dulanie took the Frank Knoefel charter out Monday to Tuesday and stoped 40 miles offshore to troll some tuna and bend the rods. Two hours of trolling saw 4 nice bluefin tuna come to the boat in the 30-50 pound class - keeping one. They headed off to the Hudson Canyon and trolled the wall out to the mouth and got in on a nice big-eye bite putting a 170# big-eye in the boat. On the chunk only a short amount of time passed when the deep rod went off and they were battling what ended up being a 54" swordfish that was boated. They fought and lost anothe sword, missed a third and released a mako. Up on the troll in the morning they hooked and fought (only to lose) a 600# blue marlin that put on a nice show for the happy charter.

name: RON ANTONELLI
e_mail: karonaraftt@msn.com
boat_name: Ronzonni
date: 9-5-08
where: Carlson Wreck System
method: drifting
species: Fluke
size: 18 - 23 inches
bait_used: strip baits
water_depth: 68-75 ft
water_temp: 70 dgs
other: GOT OUT EARLY TODAY, FRIDAY, THINKING IT WILL BE THE LAST CHANCE FOR FLUKE. RAN S.E. OF MANASQUAN AND CAME UPON 2 HEAD BOATS AND 2 PRIVATE BOATS. THE EARLIER FOG HAD LIFTED WHICH MADE FOR A VERY NICE SEPT. MORNING ON THE FLUKE GROUNDS. THE WATER HAD COOLED A BIT, WITH A 1-2 FT SWELL AND LIGHT S.E. BREEZE. CAUGHT 11 FISH, KEPT 5. AT 12;30 - 1;00 THE S.E. BREEZE BEGAN TO BUILD AND CALLED IT A DAY......

name: kevin cole and crew
boat_name: fattys and flattys
date: 9-5
where: reach channel
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: up to 21 inch
bait_used: live bunker
water_depth: 46
other: fished the last good weather day before storm hits was pleased with the action 20 keepers for 4 guys with alot of fish just shy of 18 inch will be catching and releasing fluke for the rest of year this time of year flukin gets good

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 9/5/08
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Had some very nice fish to finish out the Fluke season today...got in a couple hours before the wind started to honk and current ran too hard. Mike Gifford Jersey City, N.J. landed a very nice 7 pound fish for the last pool of the season...Bill Horne is the winner of the boats seasonal Big Fish pool.(Assuming we don't get out on Sunday).. Bill's fish weighed in at 10 pounds 4 ounces and was the first Fluke he ever caught!!! Congrads from all of us to a great guy who is now "Hooked on Fishing". Keeping my fingers crossed on the storm coming up the coast, hopefully it will be outta here fast and not do too much damage. We start back next Saturday fishing for Bass and Blues, actually had 3 Bass on the boat today. The afternoon Bluefish trips, Sat. & Sunday will continue as long as the customers keep coming. Fishing has been excellant for Blues......Be back in a week. Capt.ron

name: Capt Ken
e_mail: losthwy66@hotmail.com
boat_name: Maritime
date: 9/2/08
where: A.H
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
bait_used: squid
water_depth: 40-70
water_temp: 70's
other: Nice day out on the water..ran south from the hook and fished a bunch of snags that I have #'s on. Caught 5 keeper fluke up to 5.5 lbs and 7 large Sea Bass.Not to mention about 30 throwbacks which many when close to keeper size.All in all a great day.Get out there before the season closes ....they are biting!

name: Capt. Darren
e_mail: dsv174@optonline.net
boat_name: Mary Lou Crew
date: 9/02/08
where: Ocean
method: Drifing
species: Fluke
water_depth: 55 Feet
other: Mary Lou Crew was out for a half day of fluke fishing. Our first stop produced all our bites and keepers. We made a few moves but nothing at the other spots and ended up going back to where we first started in the morning. Like everyone else to many shorts and only a few keepers. We also had a few Seabass and one large Squid! We are now booking our fall striper trips so give us a call at 973-809-9736

name: Ron Antonelli, Mike, Phil, Doug
e_mail: karonaraftt@msn.com
boat_name: Ronzonni
date: 9-2-08
where: Soutth of Manasquan
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: 19 - 25 inches
bait_used: Squid + Jigs
water_depth: 58-60 ft
water_temp: 73 dgs
other: PLAYED HOOKEY TODAY WITH 3 FRIENDS. HEADED SOUTH OUT OF MANASQUAN, 2 MILES OFF THE BEACH. HAD CONSTANT FLUKE ACTION FROM MORNING TO AFTERNOON. HAD DOUBLES ON MANY TIMES WITH MANY LARGER FISH THIS TRIP. ALSO CAUGHT A KEEPER THREASHER ON A SPRO JIG THE LAST TRIP.....

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 9/2/08
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Good action again today. The best of it coming after the change of tide when the keepers started to bite. Big Ed landed the pool fish at 5 pounds, after tossing back 19 shorts. Couple nice Sea Bass and a few Blues. Great day on the water, too bad the customers that didn't show had the after Labor day blues!! Chartered Sat. morning. Not sailing next week Monday-Friday, taking the bride to Cape May... Will start fishing for Bass and Blues on Saturday the 13th. Looking forward to some good fall fishing!! Capt.ron

name: Don Yowell
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 09/01/2008
where: Long Branch
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: Up to 22"
bait_used: Squid, Sand Eels, Spearing
water_depth: 35 to 60 Ft.
water_temp: 73 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Don Yowell charter on board the Bounty Hunter for a day of Fluke fishing. Running up to Long Branch and working areas in 35 to 60 Ft. it was the same old story, plenty of shorts and very few keepers. We had a good drift up until the tide change then the ocean went dead. The charter released over 30 shorts and finished the day with 1 keeper per man. We had a 3 man charter. I am now booking daily "Open Boat" trips for Striped Bass from Oct.15th thru Dec. 15th. If you enjoy Fall Striper fishing Call 732-323-8700 or E-mail me your name & Phone #. I will get back to you with details.

name: BUCKTHEFLUKE
e_mail: buckthefluke@comcast.net
boat_name: BROWN EYED BABE II
date: 9-1-08
where: sandy hook
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: shorts
bait_used: Fresh frozen sliced Puguntas
water_depth: 25'
water_temp: 75
other: BOY I thought I saw everthing until now. A guy I & guess his family were keeping every short they caught. When I mentioned to him there's a size limit he tell's me to mind my own business . He told me limits were for a-holes who wanted to waste gas & come home with nothing. Takes all kinds I guess. Another glorious day at sea . Join the R.F.A. Peace!!!!

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA
date: 09/01/08
where: EAST OF SR INLET
method: TROLL
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: ALMOST REALLY BIG
bait_used: GREEN MACHINE/SPREADER BARS
water_depth: 120-140
water_temp: 70-71
other: AFTER YESTERDAYS SUCCESS I HEADED BACK OUT WITH MY BROTHER AND BROTHER-IN-LAW FOR ANOTHER SHOT AT THE BLUEFINS. ARRIVED AT THE SPOT AT SUN-UP AND STARTED TROLLING. AT AROUND 7:15 THE LONG LINE WENT OFF AND NEARLY SPOOLED MY 50. GOT THE FISH SLOWED DOWN AND MY BRO-IN-LAW FOUGHT THE FISH FOR THE NEXT 1/2 HOUR WITH THE FISH TAKING 20# OF DRAG AT WILL. GOT THE FISH TO THE BOAT FOR THE 2ND TIME AND WENT TO LEADER HIM WHEN IT SPIT THE HOOK AT THE BOAT - AAAAHHH!! THAT WAS THE LAST BITE OF THE DAY. MORE FUN CAME WHEN A NITWIT RAN OVER MY LONG LINE AND DUMPED ALL MY MONO, A COUPLE HUNDRED YARDS OF JERRY BROWN HC AND MY LUCKY GREEN MACHINE/BIRD. I APOLOGIZE TO THOSE WHO HEARD ME CURSING ON THE RADIO. GOD BLESS AMERICA AND GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!!!!

name: Capt. Fred
e_mail: enrgizer27fm
boat_name: Muckin' Around
date: 9/1
where: Sandy Hook
method: Killies,spro's,robin belly
species: Fluke
size: 18"-23
other: Another great day out with Captain Muck, and the boys. Put 3 keepers on the table table with the biggest at about 5 lbs. caught by no other than the Capt. Muck himself!! Beautiful day on the water. Hoping to get out next weekend before the close of the season!!

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 9/01/08
species: Fluke
other: Had the last of the incoming in the AM, a bit of a slider but we didn't have too many customers and tangles where at a minimum. Picked for the first two hours on keepers and shorts. Hit a few Sea bass snags and landed some beauties through slack water. Outgoing tide the wind died down, the bite was on! First drift lasted an hour with up and down fishing! Covered close to a mile and a half....so much for the bio-mass!! Much better fishing than the past 3 days....Ran back up for another drift around 1:00pm only too find the current at 3 knots!!! Gotta love the New moon tides. Finished the day with way too much lead and a couple more fish.....Chartered this Saturday morning. Capt.ron

name: Jason Ross
e_mail: jasonross@remax.net
boat_name: M,T. Nest
date: 8-31-08
where: Axel Carlson
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: 3 Lbs
bait_used: , Peanuts and Killies
water_depth: 70Ft
water_temp: 70 Plus
other: Got outside the inlet and was fishing 15 mins later. First drift produced one keeper fluke and one seabass. Then it got hot!! Couldn't keep it down for more than a min without a hit!! Ended up with 8 keeper fluke and 6 keeper seabass!! Had a great time with Blaine and Mike on the boat. High hook goes to Mike.

e_mail: meltonrp@aol.com
boat_name: Nutz N Boltz
date: 8/30-8/31
where: Toms canyon
method: chunk/troll
species: Yellowfin Tuna
bait_used: butterfish /sardines/squid
water_depth: 700
water_temp: 78
other: Left the dock about 1 in the afternoon on staurday in hopes of finding the yellowfin tuna at the Toms canyon. Trolled from 4 to 8p.m. raising three white marlin not able to come tight on any of them. Got on the chunk about 8:30 and caught our first fish about 12:30 a.m.which was a 100 pound hammerhead shark. Cought a small swordfish about an hour later with the seas building and another small sword at 4:30. At sunrise we had peanut mahi blitzing on our three floating lines boatin one. Untied about 6:30 a.m. and left for home due to east wind well over 20 knots and made end of chunking and the ride home terrible.

name: capt ray buke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 8/31/08
where: ocean
method: bait
species: Fluke
size: 6 1/2 pounds
bait_used: bunkers and crabs
water_depth: 25-40 ft
water_temp: 72
other: Charles Wardan's charter caught a mix of fluke, sea bass and blackfish. Everyone caught and kept their one blackfish. There were several blackfish in the 6-7 pound range, quite a few were released and Charles Wardan had a 10 1/2 pounder. Tonight John McFadden's charter slaughtered the biggest kind of bluefish up to 15 lbs and caught and released two keeper stripers. The three man charter released at lease 45 big fish and kept the 10 they could use. Future bottom fish trips on the Mad Gaffer will target trophy blackfish as well as other species. Topwater fishing continues to be excellent too. For open dates call Capt Ray: 732 803-6276

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA
date: 08/31/2008
where: EAST OF SR INLET
method: TROLL
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 40"
bait_used: GREEN MACHINE/SPREADER BARS
water_depth: 120-140
water_temp: 70-72
other: HEADED OUT WITH A BUDDY FOR SOME INSHORE TUNA WISHING. GOT LUCKY AND WENT 3 FOR 3 ON BLUEFINS TO 40". KEPT ONE AND RELEASED THE OTHER 2. HEADED FOR THE BARN AT 1100 HRS. GREAT DAY ON THE WATER - GOD BLESS AMERICA!!

name: Kevin Murphy
boat_name: Megan Beth
date: 8/30/08
where: 5 miles SE manasquan
method: bottom
species: Fluke
size: 7.6 lbs
bait_used: squid/spearing
water_depth: 70
water_temp: 71
other: Kevin Murphy and family were aboard the Megan Beth for a half day of Fluke fishing,stopping on a lump 3 miles off the inlet only produced some shorts. Heading down the beach we stopped on the Axel Carlson reef and we caught about 10 more shorts as well as two keepers ,7.6 lbs as well as a 5.5lb, Barbra out fished her husband by catching the big one.Great day on the water..

name: Andy Flint
boat_name: Tail Spin
date: 8 - 30 - 08
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Bait
species: Bluefish
size: 8-10 lbs
bait_used: Bunker/ chum
water_depth: 30-50 ft
water_temp: 73
other: Capt. Charlie put us on non-stop action. Kids had a great time. Caught a few nice Sea Bass as well.

name: Alan
boat_name: Captain Canvas
date: 8/30
where: Garden state North
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 19
bait_used: squid
water_depth: 74
other: Another trip to reef produced a lot of short fluke and sea bass. managed 1 keeper of each.

name: Dennis Nieradka
e_mail: Firstarr@aol.com
boat_name: the cock robin
date: aug 30 2008
where: just east of long branch
method: chummed
species: Bluefish
size: 10 - 15 lbs
bait_used: bunker
other: Hello Got A little wet but happens Got to were the fish were and 3-5-7 at a time wow . couldn't stop Captain and mates did a great job working with first timers and old salts. Limeted out and a great time coming home. thank you cock robin . Dennis

name: Captain Al
boat_name: Tina Tuna
date: 8/29/08
where: Lobster Claw
method: bait
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 115 pounds
bait_used: sardines
water_depth: 170 ft
other: First tuna trip for myself and friends Ed, Scott and Larry. So we hired Lou Grazioso of Striper Mania sport fishing charters to come on our boat as a guide. Our one allowable keeper tuna was estimated to be approximatly 115 pounds. Lou and his mate, Matt, did a great job of finding fishing and assuring that we got the fish to the dinner table. Great day on the water; thanks Lou and Matt

name: Matthew
e_mail: SeanAdrianne
boat_name: Moochie Coochie
date: 08/28/2008
where: North S.R.
species: Fluke
size: 4lbs
bait_used: everything
water_depth: 40 feet
water_temp: 70
other: Decided to take my 8 yr old son out for a couple of hours to see what was bitting. Had one short and two well over four pounds. What a nice trip. See you tomorrow

name: Capt jim
e_mail: jhaldenwang1@aol.com
boat_name: Jimmy Jacks
date: 08-27 to 08-28
where: lobster claw
method: chunk jig
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 100+
bait_used: sardine
water_depth: 174
water_temp: 72
other: It hasnt been a great year for the boys going out on Jimmijacks. We got skunked on every off shore trip this year untill the 08-28 trip. We left the dock at 530pm on wednesday out of Barnegat inlet hopeing to reach the lobster claw at 830pm. The waves were , well lets say more sporty than noaa predicted, but with a full tank of gas and a lota hope for the best we made our way out on growing seas. This was the second time this season we fished the claw. We dropped anchor at 930 on a hump 174 ft deep and bagan chunking. A line with a mac on it bumped slightly, when we reeled it in the leader was stripped of hook and bait and the main line was chafed up about 6 feet. Dont know what it was, maybe a tiger. After a long (windy, thanx noaa) night we hooked up at 6 am with a fish over 100lb. We let loose the anchor,it took an hour to best the beast, and broke two gaffs, not to mention a shattered hydroglow lamp. We got back to our spot found our anchor and another boat had set up right on top of our spot while we were fighting the fish. Get this the Captain has the nerve to get on his PA and say, "its no wonder your catching 100lb fish your fishing right on top of our chum slick." I informed the Capt. that I had been in that spot since 930pm the night before. Technically if he cought a fish it was on my slick. Moments later my 50 went off again and we pulled anchor giving the other Capt all the room in the ocean he needed. I think his face was green as we drifted away line tight. After that fish we grabbed our gear and headed to the barn. Good luck and safe trip to all.

name: Jim Solano
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: August 27-28
where: Lobster Claw
method: Chunk
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 90-130
bait_used: Squid
water_depth: 175
water_temp: 80
other: Capt. Mark DeBlasio had the Neil Eschenbrenner charter down at the Claw on Wednesday to Thursday on the 60 Ritchie Howell and immediately got right back into the hot fishing. They started on the troll but as soon as our 48 Canyon Runner got the fish on the drift they switched over and immediately had fish on. From 3pm to 6pm they fought fish the entire time with fish taken on our hammered diamond jigs and sardines. That bite settled down around 6pm and they went on the anchor. During the afternoon and again at night they fought 250-300 pound tigers sharks - 4 of them actually bringing 2 to the boat. They had their first morning tuna bite around 5:15am and again were hooked up the rest of the morning until leaving to come home at 9am. In total they brought 14 bluefin to the boat, fought over 20 keeping one 62 inch 120 pound fish and releasing the rest.

name: final final
e_mail: bayside32@comcast.net
boat_name: final final
date: 8.28
where: claw
method: jigs sardines
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 150 plus
water_depth: 165
water_temp: 74
other: killed them. had 2 fish within a hour. had 8 more fish in the next 5 hours great day for me and brother.kept my one and watched the rest swim away.

name: dan boylan
e_mail: danboylan1951@yahooo.com
boat_name: bayn lady 11
date: 8/28/09
where: raritan bay
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: short
bait_used: squid sand eels
other: did my last fluke trip for the season.I fish out of great kills and have been for over 50 years. This is the first year i have not put a keeper fluke in my ice chest.I fish by the rules like them or not. This is crazy. I don't know how much I have spent this season but to come home empty every trip it's to much. I agree with the capt on the fisherman 4 at 16 1/2 sounds like reasonable . Don't forget I fish the same waters as my fellow fisherman in N.J but mine have to be 20 1/2. Well lets hope we have a good fall Bass run to wash the bad taste out of my mouth.

name: Neil Eschenbrenner
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: August 27-28
where: Lobster Claw
method: Chunk
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 130#
bait_used: Squid
water_depth: 175
water_temp: 80
other: Capt. Phil Dulanie, Mark DeCabia and Mike Zajac took the Jim Solano charter Wednesday to Thursday to the Lobster Claw for their first tuna trip of their lives and what a trip they had. They showed up at 2:30pm and by 2:45 they had a double header on jigs. They drifted for the next 4 hours and ended up fighting 7 bluefin to 62 inches bringing 5 to the boat before anchoring for the night. At night they caught over 50 squid which proved key for the morning bite which saw another 10 fish hooked up starting around 5am and lasting until they decided to go home at 7:30am with double headers on almost the entire time. They brought 7 more to the boat for the release ending the trip with 12 bluefin from 90 to 130 pounds for their efforts (keeping one) !!!

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 8/27/08
where: OCEAN
method: Bait
species: Fluke
size: 5 lbs
bait_used: bluefish
water_depth: 60 ft
water_temp: 72
other: Yesterday Mike Ingot had his limit including a 5 pounder. Gil Pain had his limit and a number of 3 pounders. There were 25 keepers for the five anglers aboard. We also jigged blues in the 2-3 pound range very well and caught a couple of stripers in the3 mix. Remember that this is the last hurrah for fluke. The season closes on Sept.7. There are openings for the weekend and next week. Call Capt Ray at: 732 803-6276 After the fluke season closes we will be fishing for blackfish, sea bass, and porgies as well as blues, stripers and weakfish.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/27/08
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: After yesterdays butt kick'in morning, decided to stay local as the NE was blowin harder than 5 to 10!!! Had a nice pick going with more shorts than keepers, but we had action. Bruce Willis (not the actor) caught the pool fish on the second drift, a very nice 6 pounder. His group managed 11 keepers between them. Picked away all day throwing back way too many 17 to 17 3/4inch fish. The same old story! Finally got some incoming and finished the day with a good bite....4 at 16 1/2 or 17 and we would have had more than our share of limits today!!!! Bigger is better is BS, give the people something to eat for their hard spent money..tiered of seing 14 inch fish in the foodtown, many of them look like the ones I threw back!!!!!!!!!! Capt.ron

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/25/08
species: Fluke
other: Seems the hot action of the past couple weeks never happened today! Had a good swell and way too much current in the AM. Thought if we toughed it out, by the change of tide the bite would be on like yesterday. No such luck! The swell did lay down, the drift went to crap and the fish didn't bite! Had a handfull of keepers (someone with a small hand) and no action on the shorts to keep the guys busy. Didn't see much bait at all until we got close to the knoll on the way in. It was bound to happen sooner or later, the great fishing we've had can't last forever. Tomorrow we'll give it hell again, hopefully with better results...may look at some new area's before the season ends, just depends on conditions in the AM.....Capt.Frank had very good blue fishing again last night, mostly on the bait. Only sailing Sat. & Sunday afternoons 3:30pm till 9:30pm, come on down for some of the best action all season. Capt. Ron
Couple guys have asked my thoughts on what the quota and size limits should be for Fluke...My personal opinion and I'm sure will be backed up by many in the business would be 4 fish 16 1/2 inches and up. Notice, I am willing to sacrifice again!! 8 at 18 is a joke, yes, it has happened, but the 10% of the customers who catch 90% of the fish are the benaficiaries of this law. 4 fish at 16 1/2 and the reports will be," just about the whole boat limited out today". Customers going home with something to eat, coming back the following week to do it again....I don't even want to go to the point and argue that the commercials take 14 inch fish, we can survive with a 16 1/2 inch fish...Is that asking too much? I don't think so, especially since the science has proven "overfishing is not occuring" and the fluke have not been overfished!! Throw us a bone for a change and let us survive. At 16 1/2, the rod rental customers, the first timers, the kids will all have something to brag about instead of coming home saying I got skunked or I tossed back a dozen edible fish....The NMFS has gone to extreme to try and put us out of business, now the egg is on their face. Let's see how far the're willing to go to make it right...Remember, everyone has a voice, if you don't use it, all is lost and the guys who busted their butts last winter to make it right would be for naught! Stay tuned for this years catch assesments, I'm sure it will be very interesting considering, no-one has talked to any "Party Boats that I know of" for their catch info. Pulling numbers out of the air again isn't going to help anyone....The 16 1/2 should also apply to NY fishermen, who have been screwed worse than us, the guys that sail out of the bay, Freeport and Captree don't stand a chance at the current 20 1/2 inch law!! Capt. Ron

name: Ed
e_mail: Shoreexec@a0l.com
boat_name: Nautical Mistress
date: August 23
where: Ocean south of Manasquan Inlet
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: too 8.4 lbs.
bait_used: Squid/Sand Eels/Smelts
water_depth: 70ft. +
water_temp: 72 degrees
other: Fished with friends Larry and Jordan. Not many people outfish Larry but it looked like young Jordan was doing it with three keepers to 23in. Then Larry kicked in and had a 5lb. Sea bass topped with a monster 28in. fluke that weighed in at 8.4lbs at Reel Life Tackle. As for me, I did some supurb netting and had one keeper. Great day with a perfect east wind.

name: Thomas Novak
e_mail: tnovak22@gmail.com
boat_name: S. T. Barb II
date: 8/23/08
where: Sandy Hook
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: shorts to 23"
bait_used: strip baits and killies, spro jigs
water_depth: 55-60
other: We ran off the beach a few miles to fish some wreck in search of bigger fish. Ended up with 8 very nice keepers with most over 20". Very few shorts today, most fish were taken on chartruse and white bucktails.

name: Brendan Spain
e_mail: captpaul @bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/23/2008
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Chumming
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 13 Lbs.
bait_used: Bunker
water_depth: 30 Ft.
water_temp: 75 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Brendan Spain charter on board the Bounty Hunter for a day of Bluefishing. Arriving at the Mud Buoy we found very few reads and the boats anchored up and chumming doing very little in the way of action. A large fleet of private and Party boats began forming so we opted to get out of Dodge and run into the Rocks. It was a wise choice as we had the Blues in the slick within minutes and the charter put 11 Blues up to 13 lbs. in the box then went into the release mode releasing over 40 fish. A brief stop off Long Branch for Fluke only added a few Seabass to the catch. Now Booking Fall Striper charters. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your day.

name: KIL
e_mail: drink1016@yahoo.com
boat_name: Silver Bullet 2
date: 8/23/08
where: Point Pleasant
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: up to 8 lbs
bait_used: sand eels, squid, spearing
water_depth: 35-80
other: Beautiful day out, the Cap broke the inlet at just before 6 and headed to our first spot. Drifted a little while, but not much going on, tried some rock piles, not much going on there either, then decided to make a bigger move. Set up a drift and found a couple of nice lumps that were holding some fish. The crew of 4 ended up with 8 keepers up to and a couple of nice sized sea bass. The "Duke of Fluke" was on his game today landing a nice 8 pounder. We decided to call it a day a little early, and headed back to the barn with the catch.

name: Gary B
boat_name: Secret Agent
date: 8/23/08
where: Mantoloking
method: Jigs
species: Fluke
size: 7 Lbs
bait_used: Spros
other: In the past few weeks we caught over 80 fluke. 10 keepers to 7 lbs.I have to agree with Capt Ron. It is a disgrace to throw back so many meaty 17" fish. One day last week we had a dragger next to us and I'm sure he picked up alot of our shorts. If you want to call them shorts. We spend alot of money to fish with gas and all. Probably comes out to $50 per fish.

name: Bob and Dave
e_mail: bob.scalia@gmail.com
boat_name: Finaddict
date: 8-23-08
where: Barnegat Ridge
method: Troll
species: Bluefin Tuna
bait_used: daisy's and feathers
water_depth: 70 ft
water_temp: 69.6 to 70.1
other: Was first boat out at 6:00a.m. and started to troll north Ridge . Only one small Mahi which we threw back alive. That was the only hit. Not many boats out, and did not hear any positive reports. Will try again next weekend.

name: Lou Forenzi
boat_name: Megan Beth
date: 8/23/08
where: M<ud Bouy
method: Chum
species: Bluefish
size: 8-10lbs
bait_used: bunker/butterfish
water_depth: 50
water_temp: 71
other: Lou an Jo Jo were aboard the Megan beth for a day of Bluefishing. Heading to the Mud Bouy . With beautiful calm seas and a light wind we picked bluefish all day from the time the anchor came tight till we left for home. First time ocean fisherman Dalton(14) caught 10 blues. Stopping on the rocks and Long Branch only produced a few shorts and a lot of small sea bass.

name: Andrew
e_mail: amarsala07747@yahoo.com
boat_name: Master Baiter
date: 08/23/08
where: Ambrose, Rocks
method: ALL
species: Fluke
size: up to 3lbs
bait_used: Everything in the Boat
water_depth: 35-65'
water_temp: 74
other: My buddies talked me into running in the Keyport Marine Basin Fluke Tournament on Saturday. Started early netting some Peanut Bunker for some big Fluke to eat. I’ve been boycotting the whole season as the size limit is ridiculous. Now I see why Capt. Ron on the Fisherman complains so much. I had Dougie, Paul, Joe, and myself out all over the place for 9 hours of throwing back fish. On the conservative side we threw back at least 150 fish and 25 that were all in the 17-17 ¾ range. Amazing how nice these fish were. With the old size limit we would have limited out before the end of the tournament. No such luck for us. All in all, a beautiful day on the water, with only 5 keepers in 9 hours. The fishin action was nonstop, but consistent short fish. Now I know why I was boycotting the season. The Tournament was won with an 11.65 pound fish caught in the sandy hook channel. God Bless the USA.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/23/08
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Lousy conditions to start the morning, outgoing water on top and the start of the flood on the bottom, SE breeze. Not much of a bite for the first hour. Once the tide started to run in we had a nice drift, not too fast, just right, the bite was on. Had to keep working further East to get away from the traffic, didn't work as we got swamp every time we moved. No matter, fishing was good but the keeper ratio is going down. Way too many beautifull FAT fish at 17- 17 1/2 going back to be sold in the foodtown. This joke has to stop! When you catch 30 fish and get lucky to put a keeper or two in the bucket is a discrace!! The fish are hungry and many are gut hooked. We do the best we can to try and save them, but you know how that goes. Pool fish today was 5 pounds. The keepers are just making 18 inches, the huge amount of big fish from last week have moved through, by the time the next shot of big fish come out...we will be finished for the season, such a shame and a big mistake from the powers that be!! Did you know that the scientist who did the re-study wanted to allocate 21 million pounds for next years quota. Said overfishing is not happining and the fish are not overfished...Ms. Kurkle, NMFS had a hissy fit and said, we should only allocated 17 million pounds, they had a compromise, much to her dismay, and settled on 18.5 million for next season. This woman has a vendetta for some reason and should not be the head of a very powerfull organization, that effects peoples livelyhoods! Also, we haven't heard from Lee Crockett and all his retoric, what's up with that? How about, we're sorry and will try to make things right since we've stuck it too you for so long. NO, I'm sure they're thinking of new ways to screw us!! Capt.ron

name: Mike Frenzel
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/22/2008
where: Off Deal & Long Branch
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: Up to 21"
bait_used: Squid, Spearing, Sand Eels
water_depth: 35 to 60 Ft.
water_temp: 75 Degrees
other: The Mike Frenzel charter joined Capt Paul for a day of Fluke fishing. As has been the case lately we started off the day running up to the rough bottom off Deal & Long Branch only to find ourselves with no wind, drift or current. The boat sat and did not move more than 50 ft. in the first hour. We picked at small Seabass, Skates and a couple off short Fluke. By noon we had some wind and the bite improved we had over 30 bites and put 5 keeper Fluke in the boat along with 15 Seabass. Now booking Oct., Nov. & Dec. Striper charters. Get in on some great Fall fishing. Call 732-323-8700 to book your day.

name: Elliot Braun
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: August 21-22
where: Lobster Claw
method: Chunk
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 240
bait_used: Squid
water_depth: 168
water_temp: 78
other: Capts. Mark DeBlasio, Greg Ryback and Peter Doran took the Elliot Braun and John Vice charter down to the Lobster Claw on Thursday afternoon as the canyons still don't have what it takes to produce a decent enough catch - but the Claw certain can. They got there late and did not get on the chunk until 8pm so they missed the evening bite. They got there first bleuifn on at 4am and had another in the pitch black both they fish were are 58" so they kept one. At around 6:30 am a whole squid right on the bottom went off and 2 hours later they darted a 77" bluefin after fighting it on a Penn International 50VSW. This fish weighed in at 240#. They fought another 4 more bluefin all around 58-60". Needless to say we'll be fishing the Claw until these fish disappear.

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 8/21/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Fluke
size: 6 1/2 lbs
bait_used: sand shark
water_depth: 70 ft
water_temp: 67
other: We had John Murphy's charter out today. Six anglers boated 34 keeper fluke from legal size to 6 1/2lbs, with the majority of fish being over 20 inches. Mark Harris boated the 6 1/2 pounder and there were several other fish in the 5 pound bracket. Fluking is in its prime right now. I have openings for Sat. and next week. Call Capt. Eay at: 732 803-6276.

name: peterooster
boat_name: Roosters
date: 8-21-2008
where: Sandy Hook
method: drift
species: Fluke
bait_used: Killies and strips
water_depth: 10' to 40'
other: Tom and I fished the Sandy hook Channel from #15 on out to #7 this morning using lead from 2 to 4 oz. Tried the False Hook Channel down as far as the nude beach, then out as far as the False Hook in 10' of water, inside to the #1 Can, #3and #4 Shrewsbury Channel, the breakwater at Atlantic Highlands Marina. We used Killies and Sea Robin strips. We had a lot of fun but didn't get any keeper Fluke. Fueled up at the harbor gas dock $3.85/ gal. Pete

name: Dave Edelstein
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/21/2008
where: Hudson Canyon
method: Trolling
species: Big-Eye Tuna
size: Up to 150 lbs.
bait_used: Rainbow Runner Bars & Ballyhoo
water_depth: 400 to 1000 Ft.
water_temp: 78 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran out to the Hudson Canyon with the Dave Edelstein charter for a day of Tuna Trolling. Knowing that the Tuna bite has not been good in the Canyons we would have been satisfied with 1 or 2 Yellowfin or Long Fin but there were no signs of bait or Tuna. At 10AM Paul ran over a big read of Tuna which were at 100Ft. and within seconds all hell broke loose as the "Wolfpack" attacked. 5 Rods were singing and we came tight on all five. After getting 5 first time Tuna Fishermen in belts the battle began. Unfortunately 10 minutes into the battle 2 lines got crossed and we cut off 2 of the fish. After a 1 hour battle the first Big Eye was brought thru the Transom Door, a nice 125 lb. fish. followed shortly by a 115 pounder and 15 minutes later by the largest that weighed in at 150 lbs. That was all the action we had for the rest of the day but it was enough for the tired anglers. A great experience to have on your first Canyon trip. The fish were caught on Reel Seat, Rainbow Runner Bars along with Purple Zuckers. I am now booking Sept. Canyon Tuna charters along with Inshore Bluefish, Fluke and Fall Striper trips. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your day.

name: Greg
e_mail: pvs676@yahoo.com
boat_name: Storm Front
date: 8/21/08
where: Monster Ledge Area
method: Troll
species: Dolphin
size: Up to 20lbs
bait_used: Bucktails
water_depth: 180
other: My father took some friends out looking for Bluefin while I was stuck at the office. No Bluefin but they came across some floating debris, the first rigger went off with a bout a 5-6lbs Mahi. They pulled the lines in and broke out the ultra light spinning rods after they saw some trailers. They got 13 Mahi in the same size range and one of about 20lbs that was hovering deeper. Back on the troll they saw a Mako sunning himself, the fish spooked and sounded. They pulled in the lines and trolled one of the Mahi. Within minutes there was an explosion on the bait and the reel was screaming. Then nothing, some how the Mako grabbed everything but the hook never set. Wish I was able to make that trip!

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/21/08
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Had the Kearny Fire Dept. group out with us today. Morning started out slow on the first 3 drifts, fish didn't want to bite. Covered plenty of groud on a good drift, good bottom, just not much co-operation. Made a move out to the East, slower drift and a much better bite! Way too many (just short) fish! Keepers mixed in, including the 5 pound pool fish. Some drifts had excellant action, others, just a pick. A good day of Fluke fishing, only because I don't make the rules!!!! Capt. Ron

name: BUCKTHEFLUKE
e_mail: buckthefluke@comcast.net
boat_name: BROWN EYED BABE II
date: 8-21-08
where: SOUTH OF SQUAN INLET
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: UP TO 25"-6lb
bait_used: Fresh frozen sliced Puguntas
water_depth: 30-75
water_temp: 73
other: Got 2 nice ones 24" 5.2lb 25" 5.9lb. with in 5 min of each other. The squid are really thick on the lumps. Had them follow up my rigs a number of times. Ended up with 5 keepers & 50 or so shorts. Another glorious day at sea. Join the R.F.A. Peace!!!!

name: john
e_mail: mosk2003@aol.com
boat_name: tilewave
date: 8/21/08
where: slough
method: troll
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 36"
other: fished the slough today, many whales & lots of bait. had only 2 knockdowns & boated a 36 " bluefin a couple miles se of the slough and a chick dolphin

name: cap Jay V
e_mail: jjvent@optonline.net
boat_name: always something
date: 8/20
where: Raritan bay
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: 17 - 17 3/4
bait_used: gulps
water_depth: 40's
water_temp: 70's
other: started out netting Peanut Bunker, had a couple of small Red Drum caught in the net, pretty cool. started off by the hook very slow morning. tide changed, the action got very good,alot of 17-17 3/4 fluke caught, sea bass, big sand shark. not a great day for us, 2 weeks ago we killed them 12 keeper fluke, not this trip. all in all just great ot be out of work.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/20/08
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Morning started out with the worst conditions you could imagine, hard incoming tide with NE at 15 knots. Hard slider most of the morning, almost impossible to keep the boat straight. Picked at the fish, in between the tangles, which were many!! As the tide eased later in the morning, the wind died just enough to keep the boat straight. Bite turned on, fishing was good the rest of the day. Way too many fat 17- 171/2 inch fish GOING BACK..I say GOING BACK because a smart ass made a comment on the way in that if he measured some of the fish in the rack bucket, he'd bet they were short!! Robbie told him to go ahead, he didn't. If you want to bust balls, do it somewhere else, Myself and my crew don't need that crap. You see us measure every single fish (that's close) it goes back if it don't make it! I shouldn't even be addressing this but as touchy as this fishing is and as pissed as I am at the law, don't accuse me of breaking it. If you or your friend read this, you'll know who you are. Your just pissed because everything you caught was short, I don't make the rules, don't take it out on me or my crew. Oh yea, thanks for stiffing them, even though they took out your tangles and took off your short fish!! Anyone who feels they need to be a smart ass, please DO NOT come on the Fishermen, I don't need it that bad!!! Rocco Farina had a nice day off today Mid-week, landing 4 very nice keepers plus the 6 pound pool fish. Today he was camera shy!!!! Mitch? Where were you? Chartered Thursday and Friday Morning. Capt.Ron

name: capt ray burke
boat_name: mad gaffer
date: 8/19/08
where: ocean
method: bait
species: Fluke
size: 9 1/2 lbs
water_temp: 66
other: Yesterday Scott Kihm chartered the boat. His party caught major size bluefish, sea bass, and some very large fluke, although we only fished for fluke for a fluke for a short time. Rich the tree surgeon scored an 8 lb fluke and Dr. Mike the real surgeon caught a 9 1/2 lb fluke, and several other nice fish were caught as well. It was an excellent day for all. There are some openings for Fri. and Sat of this week and some for next week as well. Call Capt. Ray at: 732 803-6276.

name: Brian Walsh
boat_name: Dauntless
date: 8/19/08
where: mudhole
method: bottom fishing
species: Ling (AKA Red Hake)
size: 1-3 lbs.
bait_used: clam
water_depth: 120
water_temp: -
other: went out on the dauntless with my three other buddies from the neighborhood. caught about 66 ling total. caught about 40 jumbo ling myself and the rest were seasick and caught only a few. Great captain

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/19/08
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Had good fishing again today...way too many 17 inch fish going back but the action was there. Some very nice keepers including an 8 pound pool fish. Current ran hard in the afternoon, but we dealt with it. Uncle Tony S. provide the best pulled pork I ever had for lunch. Weather looks ok for tomorrow, then we are Chartered, Thursday and Friday....Capt.ron

name: Andrew
e_mail: amarsala07747@yahoo.com
boat_name: Master Baiter
date: 08/19/08
where: The Rocks
method: Anchored Chumming
species: Bluefish
size: up to 12lbs
bait_used: Bunker/Jig/Plugs
water_depth: 38'
water_temp: 73 degrees
other: Went out for an evening of SharkBait Catching. Went straight to the Rocks, as all the reports read good fishin there. A little rough as the wind picked up and had steady fours with a few sixs mixed in. Once at the Rocks anchored up and threw the chum bucket in. The fish were everywhere, as the waves rolled past you could see 10-20 fish surfing the tops of the waves. Good clear, clean water and non-stop action for three straight hours with fish rangeing 8-12 lbs. An awesome day of Blue Fishin. Gotta give it up to Rosa my cousins 12 year old daughter for hanging in nasty seas and boating 15+ large bluefish on her own. God Bless America

name: Nick
e_mail: highhook4503@yahoo.com
boat_name: Highhook
date: 8-18-08
where: Ocean
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: To 7lb
bait_used: Spearing,sand eels &squid
water_depth: 68 -75'
other: Mark,Don&I started in Sandy Hook Channel at 6:30 am.Caught everything imaginable exept a keeper fluke...stargazer, sea robin,spider crab, bluefish.Made the move to Ambrose at 7:45 and hit the fluke immediately.Sorted through 35-40 fish to put 7 in the box, with Mark's 7lb. beauty our biggest.Constant action until the tide change . A beautiful morning on the water!A cloudless blue sky, calm seas & hungry fish.What a combination!!!

name: CHRIS
e_mail: fishtheridge@aol.com
date: august 18
where: east of barnegat ridge
method: troll
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 36"
water_temp: 75
other: Found bait with whales worrking it, so we trolled around. Saw a school of bluefin from 40-60 pounds trolled by and they hit the lure but no hookup. Worked the area for several hours, never saw those fish again. Did land a 36 inch tuna later in the day. ANYONE SEE THEM. EMAIL ME ANY INFO. WITH THE PRICES AT THE PUMP MORE OF US NEED TO START SHARING INFO ON THE FISHING. TIGHT LINES!

name: Dennis Nieradka
boat_name: cock robin
date: aug 18 2008
where: long branch to manalonking
method: drift
species: Bluefish
size: 6- 13 lbs
bait_used: jigs
other: Hello Great day to be on the water with friends and a great captain and mates. All ways do great with these people. Found the fish at long branch and we stayed with them all day. Mates worked great with new and season vets. Very one did as well as you whated to. Tight lines and heavey sinkers . Cy-a on board . Dennis Nieradka

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/18/08
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: 100% better fishing today...Still had a lousy slide in the morning with the last of the incoming and west wind, but we picked at the fish, keepers and shorts. Kept working out the channel as the tide started to change, slack tide bite was very good for all of 25 minutes, then back to a pick. Current never got above 1.8 except for the last few drifts of the day. Yes, 1.8 is still a major pain in the butt, but we were catching fish each drift. After yesterday we were well prepaired to deal with the tangles, and we certainly had them!! Andy Seney a Monday reg. came with his son and Grandson to fish with us today, three generations of fishermen. The Grandson, Andy the 3rd landed the largest in his group, a very nice 4 1/4 pounder! Good all day fishing, unlike yesterday where 3 scotches only started to ease the pain!! Very good fishing again last night with Capt. Frank. Plenty of blues right from the start. Bait and jigs have both been hot, when the fish are in the slick. Chartered this Thursday and Friday Morning. Thanks, Capt.Ron

name: Captain Al
boat_name: Tina Tuna
date: 8/18/08
where: Mannesquan Reef
method: drifting
species: Fluke
size: 21 inches
bait_used: squid and sand eels
water_depth: 70 ft
water_temp: 80 degrees
other: Went out of Mannesquan with my friend Ed. We started at the Mantoloking pipe and got cleaned a few times by large skates and the ever present sea robbins. We then moved to the reef and caught a nice drift for fluke when we became distracted by birds on the water and a fast moving school of bunker being devoured by bluefish. We played with the school for a while and put some nice blues in the box up to 13 pounds. We then went back to fluking and put three nice keepers in the box before the wind picked up and ruined the drift. Beautiful day on the water

name: NC
boat_name: Impulse
date: 08/16-08/17
where: Hudson (100 Square)
method: Troll/Chunk/jig
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 80-90 LB
bait_used: Green machine/chunk/butterfly jig
water_depth: 678
water_temp: 78
other: Trolled afternoon of 8/16......hooked up on a few skip jacks, then hooked (2) White marlin (boated 1, 80-90 Lb). Night chunk produced (3) 15 lb yft & a small mahi. At sunrise yft showed up all over. Caught 20 (15 lb) yft on butterfly jigs. Morning troll produced a mix of small yft & skips.

name: chris
boat_name: hammerhead
date: 8/18/08
where: sea girt reef
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 28
bait_used: squid/killie/spearing/snapper
water_depth: 55-70
water_temp: 72
other: Got a late start today,first drift at 9:15 best one 3 keepers 28 23 20. Wind changed and drift went to .3 garbage fish called it early.Not bad for 2 hours try again weds

name: Nutley Signs
e_mail: nutleysigns2000@aol.com
boat_name: Jamaica II
date: 8/17/08
where: Seaside Heights
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
other: Tough Day. Not much drift. Quite a few keepers, but not like usual. Some good sized Sea Bass too. Captain tried Very hard for us. Can't wait to go again.

name: Luigi
date: 8/17/2008
where: Sandy Hook
method: Surf
species: Fluke
size: Shorts
bait_used: Bunker strips
water_temp: 70's
other: Haven't seen many surf reports lately, but with such a nice early evening high tide and westerly winds, we figured it was worth a shot. There is no shortage of fluke in the surf at Sandy Hook, as 2 of us beached about 20 of them from 12 to 16.5 inches in less than 2 hr, along with a bunch of sea robins. There were a few schools of bluefish that never quite came within casting range. A guy fishing nearby caught a 30+ lb cownose ray.

name: Capt. Mike
e_mail: mike.czubowicz@us.randstad.com
date: 8-17-08
where: RB & Ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 15-20"
bait_used: squid/spearing combo & live killies
water_depth: 20-25'
water_temp: 73.2
other: Fished with my brother and his son. Started the day off the rocks at the highlands. Within 10 minutes my brothers pole goes off crazy, almost spooled the line (and no it was not snagged) after a couple minutes and trying to fix the drag snap. Couple minutes later wham again SOB. same scenario. Left there did the ammo pier, within a minute short fluke then nothing current way to strong 12 was just holding. Moved out to bouy 12 small blue and a couple fluke. Decided to go ocean side Falso hook channel. Non stop action for 5 hours. About 75 shorts and 3 keepers along with a nice dogfish and 3 enormous skates. New to this posting, hope I didn't give out too much info. Lines tight

name: Capt Kurt
e_mail: featherbedfarm@earthlink.net
boat_name: Sea Weed
date: 8/17/2008
where: Mud Bouy
method: Chunks and Jigs
species: Bluefish
size: 6 - 12
bait_used: Bunker/Sardines/Jigs
water_depth: 80'
water_temp: 71.5
other: Headed out this morning from the back of the bay with good friends Chris and Bruce from Easton who were interested in some blue fish action. We were planning to round the hook and head down the beach to the rocks to scope and hope but opted to run out towards the mud or BA to see what was happening a bit further offshore. The fish finder started lighting up as we approached the mud and there were also a few boats in the area. As I eased her into neutral and proceeded to set the hook, I looked over and Chris was hooked up already on a jig. A sign of what we were in for. Threw the chum over and it was mayhem .... three or four times we had tripple headers going. 6 or 8 gaffers -- 10 -14 pounds. After 3 hours the boxes were full and the arms were sore so we headed back in with perfect sea conditions. Great day to be out fishing. Brought my camera but too busy to snap any pictures ... will do next time.

name: John H
boat_name: TookieToo
date: 8/17/08
where: Barneget Ridge
method: Trolling
species: Little Tunny
bait_used: feathers, clark spoons, poneytails
water_depth: 55 to 70
other: Fished Sunday 8/17/08 on the barneget ridge started trolling with feathers and clark spoons looking for bonita. Talk on the radio about bonita was fish here and there. We could not find the bonita but found a nice school of 6 to 10 pound bluefish. Switched to poneytails and had non-stop action for three hours. Caught over 20 blues some were spitting up sand ells. Left the fish bitting beautiful day on the water.

e_mail: gmiller1078@gmail.com
boat_name: Nimrod
date: 8/16-8/17
where: Spencer
method: Troll/Chunk
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: to 70lbs
bait_used: Ballyhoo/Spreader Bars/Butterfish
water_depth: 650ft
water_temp: 78
other: left at 1130am to head out to the spencer on Saturday, stopped about 10 miles short to start working the first temp break, but the water was a dirty blue green and 75. Moved south towards the drop off and found the blue water (78 degrees) and had two knock downs, looked to be small yellows. Towards sun down tuna exploded all over and managed to go 3/4 on nice yellowfins 60 to 70 lbs, all trolling. Set up for the chunk in about 600 ft and immediatly released a small swordfish around 830pm....and that was it for the night. The blue water quickly left us and were left with dirty blue green water again, that water was moving fast too. Long trip and we are back to scratching our heads...

name: CH
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA
date: 08/17/2008
where: NORTH OF SR INLET
method: DRIFT
species: Fluke
size: SHIORT TO 17.5"
bait_used: SPEARS/GULP/STRIP BAITS
water_depth: 12-60
water_temp: 73
other: OUT WITH MY SON AND COUSIN FOR SOME FLATTIES. NICE CONDITIONS AND ON THE FIRST DRIFT WE CAUGHT MORE THAN 30 FISH WITH NO KEEPERS. STORY OF THE DAY - 80-100 FISH - NO KEEPERS. SHALLOW, DEEP IT DIDN'T MATTER. IF THE LIMIT WAS 16" WE WOULD HAVE LIMITED OUT TWICE. GOD BLESS AMERICA!!

name: Greg
e_mail: pvs676@yahoo.com
boat_name: Storm Front
date: 8/17/08
where: Off Squan and South
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: up to 6lbs
bait_used: Bucktails & squid rigs
water_depth: 70
water_temp: 74
other: Made some friendly bets at the dock for the day and the boats headed out. Headed out to a rock pile, picked some shorts, small ling and 1 keeper. Wind died out and fising became tough. Worked are way inshore and offshore. Finally wound up on the southern end of the axel carlson and found some fish. Wound up keeping 10 up to 6lbs, 2 big Sea bass and 2 big ling. Good number of shorts fluke, sea bass and ling. Gorgeous day on the water. Read lots of bait bals deep but other than having 2 bonito chase the rigs in withot hitting that was it. My mother took the friendly wager with her biggest fluke to date. 25 inches and 6lbs, weighed at Brielle Bait & Tackle.

name: jack glassen,arlana stefanko and len glassen
e_mail: happyjax710@yahoo.com
boat_name: paramount
date: aug 17th
where: wreck near ba buoy
method: bottom(wrecks)
species: Ling (AKA Red Hake)
size: 1 to 4 pounds
bait_used: clam
water_depth: 100 to 125
water_temp: na
other: nice steady ling fishing aboard the paramount today,picked up 41 mixed size ling,charlie and the crew always top notch.beautiful day out with my girlfriend and her son and my brother len.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: fishermen
date: 8/17/08
where: Everywhere
species: Fluke
other: Had today's game plan all layed out and knew it would work perfect! Ran out to the channels for the last of the incoming, just like yesterday. Had a few drifts with some keepers and shorts. Got mugged as usual, kept moving to new turf for some space. Tangles up the giggy with not much current, knew I was in deep crap when the tide changed. Got to be 1.9 knots and we left, fished around West Bank, NG, planned on going to the Reach, with the outgoing and west wind conditions would be perfect. As we headed there, saw just about everyone leaving or looking for new spots to fish...knew we were screwed!! Tried chappel hill, the knoll, ammo pier and the reach to finish out the day...when they don't bite, you ain't gonna catch'em no matter what you do....Love to hear the guys in the AM when they tell me, your gonna be crowded, and go on another boat....it's a beautifull day, the sun is shinning, the fish have been bitting..IT'S SUNDAY and were ALL supposed to be crowded , that' how we pay our bills. Hopefully the boat you chose busted thier ass like I did..............Capt.ron

name: capt jeff
e_mail: simba329@aol.com
boat_name: no worries charters
date: aug 16
where: spencer/claw
method: trolling/chunk
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 140lbs
bait_used: ballyhoo/sardines
water_depth: 350 to 160
other: Date: august 16 where: spencer/claw method: trolling/chunking species: yellowfin/bluefin/mahi bait_used: squid/sardines/butters water_depth: 165 to 350ft August 16th Hoffman crew chartered an overnighter, headed out around 8am on Saturday went South to the Spencer arrived around 10:30am. Started trolling didn’t have touch until 1pm with those little yellowfin. Got back to trolling but that was basically it for the day; 3-4 Mahi. Set up for the night and didn’t have touch all night, that makes it a VERY long night. So around 3am we decided to head in for some Bluefin, started trolling around 5am outside the fleet for awhile still with no luck! started heading to different area which was about 5 miles away from the fleet half way there long rigger pops and the fight is on about 1hour later I sunk the gaff into a nice 62 inch fish, definitely made the day!

name: Jason Ross
e_mail: jasonross@remax.net
boat_name: M.T Nest
date: 8-16-08
where: Ocean
method: Troll
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 40 LBS
bait_used: Feathers, Ceder Plugs, Zukers
water_depth: 100 to 250 FT
water_temp: 72
other: Headed out with Mike and Matt after hearing about a inshore Bluefin bite. Trolled all morning with no luck. Took a break to catch some Mahi. Caught one, went back to where I started to find birds working pods of bait. Went 1 for 3 on the Tuna's. Great day on the water, cant wait to do it again. Thanks Capt. Hank!!!!

name: Jim Reppert
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/16/2008
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Chumming
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 12 lbs.
bait_used: Bunker
water_depth: 25 Ft.
water_temp: 75 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul returned to the Shrewsbury Rocks for the third time this week and found the Bluefish stacked up in 25 ft. of water. The Jim Reppert charter had a great time filling the fish box with 40 Blues up to 12 lbs. and then release fishing for an hour. Moving into the rough bottom of Long Branch and Deal produced the usual catch of over 30 shorts and only 3 keeper Fluke. 10 nice Seabass were also added to the catch. I am booking days for Fluke, Blues and Fall Stripers. Call 732-323-8700 to book your charter.

name: Brian
e_mail: snickerz@optonline.net
boat_name: Alley Cat
date: 8/16
where: sandy hook
method: drift
species: Red Drum
size: 80 lbs.
bait_used: squid
water_depth: 30 ft
other: Flute fishing just outside the cannel and landed a 80 lb. drum on a fluke set up just at sunset

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 8/16/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Fluke
size: 8 lbs
bait_used: bluefish belly
water_depth: 60 ft
water_temp: 67
other: Yesterday we had James Han and his charter out. They wound up keeping 30 fluke up to 8 lbs and a dozen extra large sea bass. James boated an 8 lb fluke, however he lost a fish much larger on the surface that shook a 6 oz spro jig loose and shot through the air, landing smack in the mouth of Capt Ray Burke. Both James and the Captain were very upset; the fluke swam away happy. Capt. Ray is fine and has openings next week for both fluke and stripers. Call: 732 803-6276.

name: Brendan Lynch
e_mail: blynch1045@aol.com
boat_name: NILDALYN
date: 8-16-08
where: SANDY HOOK BAY
species: Fluke
size: 24"
bait_used: SPEARING/SQUID
water_depth: 26
other: AFTER GETTING PEANUT BUNKER AND CATCHING SEA ROBBINS AND DOG FISH.SWITCHED TO SPEARING AND STARTED PICKING FLUKE TO 24"

name: BUCKTHEFLUKE
e_mail: buckthefluke@comcast.net
boat_name: BROWN EYED BABE II
date: 8-16-08
where: s.e. of squan inlet
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: UP TO 25"-6lb
bait_used: Fresh frozen sliced Puguntas
water_depth: 30-75
water_temp: 76
other: Yuo know the old adage "don't leave fish to look for better fishing. Started out at the Delaware & surprisingly we had a slow pick of shorts & a 6-lb-25" that so far is fish of the year.Spent most of the day bouncing around. Ended up in 35' to get a few good drifts by the T-Bird. Another glorious day at sea. Join the R.F.A. Peace!!!!!!

name: Thomas Novak
e_mail: tnovak22@gmail.com
boat_name: S.T. Barb II
date: 8/16/08
where: raritan bay-channels
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: shorts to 19"
bait_used: strip baits and killies
water_depth: 25-70ft
other: We worked the channels early and caught a ton of shorts. The drift got too quick and made it hard to set the hook on the fish so we moved to shallower waters outside the channels and found a few keepers mixed in with lots of shorts. Not great action like last week but the full moon and raging tides were to blame this week for the tougher conditions.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/16/08
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Good thing for the morning bite..had the last of the incoming through the change, so we did get a couple hours of nice fishing. Very tough getting back to where I like to drift with all the traffic. I especially appreciate the guys who stop on my bow and stern so I can't power drift...get a life and use some common cence PLEASE! Once the current started to run out, it ran hard!! Drift got up to 2.2 knots, sash weights would have been appropriate, decided to try elsewhere. The last hour and a half felt like an eternity, with no bite at all, way too much current no matter where we went. Too late to run back into the bay, called it a day hopeing for a longer bite tomorrow. Mary had the pool fish today at 7 1/2 pounds, she also broke off a double digit as the fish took a dive at the boat, taking the hook and a free meal with him. Capt.Frank is out this afternoon Bluefishing, that bite has been good for 2 weeks now. Capt.ron

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 8/15/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
size: 22 lbs
bait_used: bunker
water_depth: 30 ft
water_temp: 68
other: Gino Matinata chartered the boat with seven of his friends. They kept 12 striped bass and released 6 along with as many big bluefish as you could reel in. On the charter was Ryan Strelec and his father John who both caught keeper bass. Ryan, 13 years old, had his personal best, a bass a bass of about 14 lbs and his largest bluefish, also about 14 lbs, along with many other fish. I have openings Sun and next week, and next Sat. Call Capt Ray:732 803-6276.

name: Mick Pirolli
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/15/2008
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Chumming
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 12 lbs.
bait_used: Bunker
water_depth: 35 Ft.
water_temp: 75 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul returned to the Shrewsbury Rocks with the Mick Pirolli charter. Setting up in 35 ft. today's bite got off to a fast start. By 10AM we had 35 Blues up to 12 lbs. in the fish box and the charter released over 2 dozen more. We finished the day drifting for Fluke on the rough bottom off Long Branch and Deal. We had over 45 bites and put 5 keeper Fluke in the box along with several Seabass. My Striped Bass days for Nov. & Dec. are booking up fast. If you enjoy fishing for Striped Bass call 732-323-8700 today and book your day.

name: rick
boat_name: Hellcat
date: August 15
where: Lindenkohl, Spencer, Wilmington
method: troll
species: Yellowfin Tuna
bait_used: spreader bars
water_depth: 400' - 2500'
water_temp: 74.6 to 80
other: Ran out to the lindy only to find dirty green water (74.6 water temp)at the tip. Began to troll and within 15 minutes picked up a White Marlin on a rainbow spreader bar. After the release we trolled down towards the spencer and picked up a couple of bonita. We ran to the Wilmington and found clean blue 80 degree water. Coming in from the deep to the flats we finally picked up 2 yellowfins as 4 rods went off. Fish were small - 30 - 35 lbs. Tight lines.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/15/08
where: ocean
species: Fluke
other: Had Gary Perino and the Columbia bank gang out with us today for the 4th year in a row! Started right in the deep as we were just about on slack water. Good fishing with some very nice keepers coming in. The $185 pool changed hands 5 times throughout the day. Had to leave the area late in the afternoon as the current got too strong and the roll started to get bigger with the southerly breeze. Didn't find much life anywhere else, a few shorts to finish out the day. Still, no rain or thunderstorms, dangerous lightning or any of the other crap the end of the world is supposed to bring. Good day for a great group of men!!! Capt.ron

name: Mike Markelet
boat_name: Megan Beth
date: 8/14/08
where: Mud Bouy
method: chum
species: Bluefish
size: 8 lbs
bait_used: bunker/butterfish
water_depth: 50
water_temp: 72
other: Mike Markelet and Friends from ATT fished aboard the Megan Beth. Fishing the Mud Bouy it was a slow pick of blues. We had to switch over to jigs and mono on the baits to get them to bite.Having a decent catch of blues we stopped on the way back home to catch four nice keeper Fluke to 4 lbs and a half a dozen Sea Bass. Great day on the water. Still some open weekend dates if you want to get in on the action,call Capt Dan @732-547-9224.

name: Ed
e_mail: Shoreexec@aol.com
boat_name: Nautical Mistress
date: 8/14/08
where: Ocean off Sandy Hook
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: too 25"
bait_used: Squid plus sand eels/smelts
water_depth: 45ft
water_temp: 70 +/-
other: Fished with friends Jerry and Fred. Fred is near professional and worked us hard to keep up with his tackle and technique changes. Lack of drift kept us working hard for a few shorts and some nice Sea Bass until noon when the wind came up and we had many shorts, bigger sea bass and a couple of keeper fluke including a 25" fish. Great day but the afternoons seem to me the time to go.

name: Capt. Darren
e_mail: dsv174@optonline.net
boat_name: Mary Lou Crew
date: 8/14/08
where: Ocean
method: Drifing
species: Fluke
size: 5lbs
other: Back out for another shot at some fluke today with the guys from the Beaver Creek Farm. Today we switched it up and ran south and had some nice keepers, but with a lack of a drift for the main part of the day it made fishing tuff. Ended the day with a 5lb and 4lb fish along with a decent amount of 18 and 19 inch fish. The big problem of the day was trying to keep the skates of the baits.

name: Peteroosters
boat_name: Roosters
date: 8-14-2008
where: Sandy Hook
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 22"
bait_used: Killies and strips
water_depth: 24'
other: Drop and reel, it went on for a couple of hours this morning in the False Hook Channel. Most of the Fluke Tom and I caught were between 12" and 16", they were too many to count, they hit any bait we used even plain artificial. I caught the only keeper at 22". The ocean was calm with a light westerly wind and the water was very clear. There were very few boats in this area as most of the party boats were in the Reach Channel. There were also three Skates and many Sea Robins, which is Tom's favorite bait. Pete

name: Mike Willey
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/14/2008
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Chumming
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 12 lbs.
bait_used: Bunker
water_depth: 30 Ft.
water_temp: 74 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Mike Willey charter on board the Bounty Hunter for a day of Bluefishing. Running up to the Shrewsbury Rocks and setting up in 30 Ft. the bite started off slowly but after a half hour of heavy chumming we got the Blues going pretty good. The charter put 17 Blues up to 12 lbs. in the fish box and spent the rest of the morning releasing fish. A few drifts off Monmouth Beach before comming home produced 1 keeper Fluke along with over 2 dozen shorts and a couple of Seabass. I am now booking Fluke, Blues and Canyon Tuna charters. Call 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Capt. Howard Bogan
e_mail: bigjamaica@aol.com
boat_name: Jamaica
date: 8/14/08
where: East Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Chumming
species: Bluefish
size: 6-11LBS
bait_used: Bunker
water_depth: 60'
water_temp: 72
other: Bluefishing was good last night and good again today. We were anchored and chumming and caught the blues on bait and jigs. Bait fishing was the best method today and last night. The blues weighed from 6 to 11LBS and everyone caught fish.
Captain Howard's Weekly Fishing Reports 125' Jamaica - Brielle, NJ www.bigjamaica.com

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/14/08
where: ocean/bay
species: Fluke
other: Totally amazing how today we had a much better drift in the AM, not fast, but at least we moved, still had to work the throttles and the bite was a third of what it was yesterday with CRAP conditions!!! Caught some very nice fish the first hour with a slow pick, couldn't see spending the whole day there so we took off to find (hopefully) something better. Picked fish in Ambrose, more shorts than keepers, worked to SH channel, no where near the bite we had yesterday. Fished in between on some snags and rough bottom to catch a handfull of keepers and some Sea Bass. Tom Krako, Atlantic highlands, just missed his limit with 7 fish, when I blew the whistle to come home, he gave me the finger!!!! (all in fun of course). He also had the pool fish at 5 1/2 pounds, but would have lost had the guy with the 6 1/2 gone in!!!! Gotta love the intesity of my customers, if I only had time to capture some of the facial expressions when they swing an miss, I could do a whole book with captions! Chartered Friday AM. Not sailing Friday afternoons anymore. Thanks,Capt.ron

name: Hunter & Nick
e_mail: makos4us2@aol.com
boat_name: MAKO 4 US
date: 8-13-08
where: Spring Lake
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: shorts
bait_used: squid/spearing/peanut bunker
water_depth: 28-48 ft.
water_temp: 73
other: "Pop pop" and myself took my 2 older sons for a day on the ocean. It was my 6 1/2 yr old's first ocean adventure. With seas flat and a slight breeze we headed to Spring Lake to try to get some rods bent. We were not disappointed!! For 4 hours we released short after short, with some robins and skates thrown in. The boys had a blast and were tired from realing in all those fish. No keepers, but the smiles on their faces said it all--PRICELESS!!

name: Capt. Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 8/13/08
where: ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 3lbs
bait_used: killie/squid
water_depth: 50
water_temp: 74
other: I had the Andrews paty out today for a day of fluke fishing.we Started at the Harvey Cedars Lump with a no drift situation and only few shorts and skates before moving to the B.L reef. The drift picked up a litle and so did the fishing. We managed a few keeper fluke and sea bass before the day's end.

name: mike d and boogie
e_mail: strizzlem@aol
boat_name: nicole rose
date: 8-13
where: absecon inlet
method: bottom jig
species: Fluke
size: 17.99"
bait_used: bucktail gulp minnie
water_depth: 8-28
water_temp: 72
other: evening top of the tide lots of shorts soon as the tide went slack no more fish

name: BUCKTHEFLUKE
e_mail: buckthefluke@comcast.net
boat_name: BROWN EYED BABE II
date: 8-13-08
where: SOUTH OF SQUAN INLET
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: UP TO 21"
bait_used: Fresh frozen sliced Puguntas
water_depth: 30'-45'
water_temp: 73
other: Had a few green horns on today so I opted to stay close to the beach. Caught fish on every drop but keepers were hard to find in all the shorts. Had a 2 hr. mad dog bite in Chadwick Bch. Four of us caught over 20 double headers on high/low rigs. Ended the day with 5 keepers out of 75-100 fish.A few nice sea bass and 2 big trigger fish rounded out the catch. Another glorious day at sea. Join the R.F.A.. Peace!!!!

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 8/13/08
where: Ocean
method: Bait
species: Fluke
size: 8 1/2 lbs
bait_used: bluefish belly
water_depth: 70 ft
water_temp: 66
other: Yesterday we had an excellent day with fluke. Out of seven anglers five had their limit of fluke. Doug Dill of Manahawkin had his limit with four fish over five lbs. Rich Jarret of Old Bridge Twp. had a seven pounder, a five pounder and three fish that were over four pounds. Ted Bicksley of Manahawkin had the big fish - 8 1/2 lbs and several fish over five pounds, catching his limit of fluke. Dr. Tom Franscioso of Rye, NY had his limit and two of his fish were over five pounds. All in all we had an excellent day - the best fluking so far. There are openings for Sun and next week. Call Capt Ray at: 732 803-6276.

name: Capt. Darren
e_mail: dsv174@optonline.net
boat_name: Mary Lou Crew
date: 8/13/08
where: Ocean
method: Drifing
species: Fluke
other: Had the group from Eugene Brennen Tree Services out for a day of bottom fishing. After moves all over the ocean we mangaged to put a decent catch together of fluke and seabass. Not enough keeper fluke today but we made up for it with seabass.

name: Bob Wachtel
e_mail: geobessal@aol.com
boat_name: ms-d-kimison
date: 8-13-08
where: hudson canyon
method: troll
species: Blue Marlin
size: 300_400 lbs
bait_used: skirted ballyhoo
water_depth: 1100 ft.
water_temp: 78.9
other: started trolling at west elbow about 5:30am. 15 minutes later a hook-up of a big blue marlin. took off like a bat outta hell. we ran to catch up with him & the battle began. for 2 & 1/4 hrs we had it up and saw leader 4 times. the 5th time we had him boatside & got our 1st good look. nice!!. before i could grab the leader it broke off. catch or no catch it was the highlight of the summer. other catch was one small yellowfin & small mahi.

name: scuba schleeve
e_mail: stevestiffler908@aol.com
boat_name: wasabi
date: 8/13/08
where: Mud Hole
method: trolling & jigging
species: Little Tunny
size: 24"
bait_used: Red&White Cedar/Green Machine
water_depth: 80'
water_temp: 68
other: Jigged tubless diamonds for about 30 10 pounders on ultra light. Switched to troll a red&white cedar @ 5-6 knots & almost instantly, something bent a penn 50 setup in half. Peeled more than half the spool before the hook came loose. Landed a small tuna on a greed zuker across the 300 drop.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/13/08
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Good fishing in the A.M., even though we had NO drift. Had outgoing tide, no wind what so ever and no float. Had to work the throttles but it was well worth it! Several fish from 3 to 7 pounds in the coolers. Ran out to the ocean for the last of the outgoing and the change of tide, found plenty of action of smaller fish and keepers mixed in. Good day of fluke fishing. Chartered Friday morning and the Friday afternoon trips are finished. Just not enough customer participation to keep it going...Capt. Ron

name: BUCKTHEFLUKE
e_mail: buckthefluke@comcast.net
boat_name: BROWN EYED BABE II
date: 8-12-08
where: SOUTH OF SQUAN INLET
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 8"-23"
bait_used: Fresh frozen sliced Puguntas
water_depth: 30'-60'
water_temp: 72
other: I can't wait until the Powers That Be tell us we over fished again. Lots of action with shorts & a few nice sea bass. Kept 6 up to 23". Lots of tiny fish . Looks like the migration has begun. Another glorious day at sea . Join the R.F.A. Peace!!!!!

name: Capt Bernie Roth
e_mail: mbroth1@comcast.net
boat_name: TENACIOUS
date: August 12
where: Canyons
method: Troll/chunk/troll
species: Yellowfin Tuna
other: Have four slots left on open boat 30 hour canyon trip scheduled for August 18-20, departure dependent on weather. $633 per person all inclusive, $100 deposit required per person, all fish shared. Call 732 920 6844 or cell 732 921 1829.

name: Greg
e_mail: pvs676@yahoo.com
boat_name: Storm Front
date: 8/9/08
where: Reefs
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: Up to 22 inches
bait_used: Bucktails
water_depth: 70
water_temp: 74
other: Decided to work the same area. Wind was blowing harder than forcasted to start the day off. Steady pick of 17 inches and small ling. Once the tide changed we icked up 4 keepers. The wind dies out and we went searching. Few fish here and there. Saw some blues crashing the surface and went and jigged a few. Went back to fluking and picked up some more shorts.

name: Jim Paras
e_mail: JParas1@msn.com
boat_name: Double Barrell
date: 8/9/08
where: Ocean
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: Up to 8.75lbs
bait_used: Belly
water_depth: Varied
water_temp: 73
other: Had some of the nicest fish of the year Saturday; while lots of shorts were mixed in along with a steady pick of sea bass, managed to boat 3 6lb+ fish along with another 5 keeper in a little under 2 hours. When the NW wind died off, so did our bite so we called it a day.

name: Mike & Robert
e_mail: thenjdon@yahoo
boat_name: Little Neenie
date: 8/09/2008
where: Raritan Bay
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: 18 to 24"
bait_used: Natural bait of the area
water_depth: 17 to 62"
water_temp: Unknown
other: Country and I had a great day out on the water in Raritan Bay. Weather was incredible. Fluke were on the bite and we boated serveral keepers and an equal number of throw backs. A few Sea Robins were hooked but moved until we were back on the fluke. Special Thanks to the individual who gave us some good advice. Keep putt'n 'em in da box.

name: BUCKTHEFLUKE
e_mail: buckthefluke@comcast.net
boat_name: 20' Aquasport
date: 8-9-08
where: Ambrose
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: UP TO 24"
bait_used: Fresh frozen sliced Puguntas
water_depth: 75'
water_temp: 72
other: Got a late start as usual. Hit S H channel & the clam beds. A few shorts & lots of birds ,skates & 1 4' doggie. Headed to A.C.had to watch the ship traffic but fishing was what I call a good pick. Another glorious day at sea. Join the R.F.A. don't let the ignorant take away our way of life. Peace!!!!!

name: Bill Zuchero
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/09/2008
where: Asbury to Deal
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: Up to 21"
bait_used: Squid,Spearing,Sand Eels
water_depth: 35 to 60 Ft.
water_temp: 73 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Bill Zuchero charter on board the Bounty Hunter and headed up to the Deal Rocks for a day of Fluke fishing. Working in depths from 35 Ft. to 60 ft. we had plenty of bites but unfortunately the majority of the Fluke were in the 17" to just under 18" class. Fishing hard all day the charter put 6 nice keepers up to 21" in the box and released over 60 shorts. I will be running Open Boat for Fluke/ Blue Combo. trips on Aug.17,18 & 19. Call 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Joe Marshall
e_mail: Yellowfin_fever@yahoo.com
boat_name: The Edge
date: sat, Aug 9
where: Lindy, carteret and south toms
method: trolling
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: short
bait_used: everything
water_temp: 75-78
other: Got invited out for another day troll on the Edge. Left the dock at 11pm. Big following sea, got to the Lindy just before first light, started trolling in snotty conditions in the dark hoping for an eyeball, no takers. As the sun came up the sea laid down, giving us a chance to experiment with the spread. We found fish early, but they were rat yellowfin, 25 inchers, caught three and got outta there. started heading north, found cold water, then dirty green water, then it started cleaning up. Had a white bat around a spreader bar and swim away. Pulled in the lines and ran home at 230. sea picked up for about 20 miles, then laid down to 1-2 foot for the rest of the ride. Found beautiful clean blue water inshore of the toms. Still beats sitting on the dock

name: Capt. Darren
e_mail: dsv174@optonline.net
boat_name: Mary Lou Crew
date: 8/9/2008
where: Lumps
method: drifting
species: Fluke
size: 6lbs
other: Had our number one client George Gibson and his daughter Emily out again, but this time it was for the flatties. As usual when George and Emily go out with us it seems to be an automatic. We ended the day with a dozen keepers with one 5lbs and the other 6lbs. They also added a couple of 3s for good measure. We had our fair share of shorts as well.

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA
date: 08/09/08
where: NORTH OF SR INLET
method: DRIFT
species: Fluke
size: SHORT TO 23"
bait_used: SPEARS/GULP
water_depth: 25-60
water_temp: 71-73 ON TOP
other: OUT WITH MY 7 YEAR OLD SON FOR A SHOT AT THE FLATTIES. HEADED FOR THE DEEP BUT DRIFT CONDITIONS WERE WAY TOO FAST TO FISH FOR HIM. HEADED IN ON THE BEACH AND HAD STEADY ACTION WITH PLENTY OF SHORTS AND 2 KEEPERS. WIND LAID DOWN AND WE HEADED BACK OFF AND ADDED 2 MORE KEEPER FLUKE AND A KEEPER SEABASS. HIGHLIGHT WAS MY SON'S 23' FLUKE. SAD FACT WAS I THREW BACK MORE DEAD/DYING FLUKE THEN I WOULD EVER NEED TO KEEP. THESE REGS ARE STUPID. NICE DAY ON THE WATER. GOD BLESS AMERICA.

name: Ton B
e_mail: tbolcar@verizon.net
boat_name: Sunshine
date: 8-9-2008
where: North of SRI
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: to 7 lb. 4 oz.
bait_used: Sand Eel/Squid-Fluke belly
water_depth: 50-60 ft.
water_temp: Warm
other: Clearer MI at 0700 and headed North. Drifted off Deal. First fish was the big one. Loads of boats inshore, on the SG Reef, Rocks, and at the Red Church. We stayed off by ourselves. Caught plenty of Flukewith about a 5-1 keeper ratio. Headed back around 1100 stopping off SRI and the Essex and Sussex to check those grounds. The fishing was the same. 3 guys-11 keepers. Back at the dock by 1300.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/9/08
where: ocean
species: Fluke
other: Haven't had a Scotch since going to the Hospital a month ago...today changed all that!!!!! The horrible conditions of the past few days still haunted us today! Had the last of the outgoing tide up on top in the channel and the flood on the bottom, not a pretty picture with a boat load of customers. 12 ounces went out like there was no weight at all. 4 rod rental actually emptied the spools, so the first drift cost me $25 in line, $12 in rigs! Ran down the beach figured off Sea Bright would be perfect..saw Capt.George on the Angler making a major move, stopped the boat right there, knew that wasn't the answer...gave him a quick call and he confirmed...NG!!! Caught shorts off the Highlands, ran back to the channels. Luckly we had a drift we could deal with, had to keep the boat straight to avoid further dissaster but we did end up catching some fish. Pool fish was a nice 6 pounder. The end of a tough day came when I had to pull an english hook outta Amy's finger, I guess SLACK OFF means Yank Harder!!! I'm pretty sure I have 1,000 yards of Spider wire and Power Pro in my wheels after the past few days.......Capt.Ron

name: joe
e_mail: ntnj5@aim.com
boat_name: scarlet cruiser
date: 8/6/08
where: ocean- spring lake area
method: drifting
species: Fluke
size: biggest 22"
bait_used: killies squid
water_depth: 50-65'
other: sadley its my first keeper of the year we caught about 5 fluke and 2 sea robins on 2 lines in 2 hours (dad got seasick for the first time in hi life)

name: Vincent Elia
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/06/2008
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Chumming
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 10 lbs.
bait_used: Bunker Chunks
water_depth: 35 Ft.
water_temp: 74 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Vinnie Elia charter on board the Bounty Hunter for a day of Bluefishing. Running north to the Shrewsbury Rocks we came across a school of fast moving Blues off Spring Lake which were headed south. We jigged a few then the Blues disappeared. Anchoring on the Shrewsbury Rocks we got the Blues going in a few minutes. The charter kept 17 Bllues up to 10 lbs. and released another 2 dozen. A brief stop inshore off Elberon on the way home produced 2 keeper Fluke along with over 40 shorts and a couple of Seabass. I am now booking Fluke, Blue, and Canyon Tuna charters for Aug. & Sept. If interested call 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Capt. kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 8/6/08
where: Barnegat Bay
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 3lbs
bait_used: bucktail/killie
water_depth: 8-10
water_temp: 76
other: We fished the afternoon in the Barnegat Bay with a good drift from the west.I started at the BB and went as close to the flats as I dare and had some nice fish in the skinny water but not many. It was a great afternoon on the bay,the water was clean and there are some nice fish in the bay but you have to work for them.

name: Thomas Novak
e_mail: tnovak22@gmail.com
boat_name: S.T. Barb II
date: 8/6
where: raritan bay - ocean
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 18"-22"
bait_used: killies and strip baits
water_depth: 50-70ft
other: Got out late Tues to find some fish in the channels. Ended up with 10 nice keepers to 5.4lbs. Ran out to the same spot today with my Dad and had 15 keepers and a ton of fish just missing legal size. My Dad will be out tomorrow to beat up on them again, then back to canyon fishing for the weekend.

name: Not Nick
boat_name: Big O
date: 8/6/
where: Harvey Cedars Lumps
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: to 18
bait_used: squid and killie
water_depth: 45 ft
water_temp: 72 degrees
other: Nick did not make it out today but we had a nice run on the lumps...Couple of skates and sand sharks but 1 nice drift of all fluke put a keeper in the boat and some other keepers if it was 2006 or 07. Ya Know.

name: capt. forbes
e_mail: makofever@verizon.net
boat_name: super motor boater
date: 8-6-08
where: Lillian wreck
method: drift
species: S-Fin Mako Shark
size: 7 foot
bait_used: bluefish fillet
water_depth: 120 to 140
water_temp: 75
other: fished all day and after four hours had a nice 180 to 200 pound mako in the boat. while the fish was tied to the side of the boat a 13 to 14 foot white shark circled the boat once we pulled the fish aboard still a little green in fear of the white shark attacking it boat side good day

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/6/08
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Terrible conditions today with a hard incoming and SW breeze to start the day. Pretty good roll most of the day, must have blew pretty good last night. Still managed to put a catch together on keepers though. Mitch Jevic and Chief Valentine both had their limits along with Bill Hornes 7 pound pool fish. Bill leads the big fish pool with a 10.4 pounder and this was only his 3rd fluke trip ever!! Hope he doesn't think it's this easy all the time! Breeze came more NW by the afternoon which slowed the boat but not the current. Way too many tangles had the crew pulling their hair out. Finished the day in the other channel for the change of tide, had a few more keepers and way more shorts there. Still an O.K. day on the water, if we could only get a few more weeks added to the season, life would be good! Capt. Ron No pics tonight, battery took a dive in the camera on the first shot....

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA
date: 08/05/08
where: LINDENKOHL, CARTERET, SOUTH TOMS
method: TROLL
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: INVISIBLE
bait_used: EVERYTHING
water_depth: DEEP
water_temp: 79-82
other: OUT ON MY BUDDIES "LIBERTY EXPRESS" FOR A CANYON RUN. STARTED IN THE LINDY AND TROLLED UP THROUGH THE CARTERET TO THE SOUTH TOMS. NOTHING - NADA - ZIP. LOTS OF PORPOISES AND PILOT WHALES - VERY LITTLE BAIT AND ZERO FISH. GOD BLESS AMERICA AND GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS.

name: Capt. Darren
e_mail: dsv174@optonline.net
boat_name: Mary Lou Crew
date: 8/05/08
where: Ocean
method: Drifing
species: Fluke
other: Mary Lou was out for another day of fluke fishing. We only had a short run to find the fish. Today there was no problem catching fluke, the problem was getting keepers. We had every bit of 50 fish but only a handful of keepers. It was a great day for the kids on the boat with flat seas and plenty of action.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/05/08
where: ocean
species: Fluke
other: Another very good day of Fluke fishing! Great drift most of the day, held bottom with 8's until the last 1/2 hour. Very nice keepers in the mix again, just missed another double digit with an 8.2 pounder. 3 limits and plenty of 5 and 6 keepers. Oscar got his today also, 7 very nice fish!!! The Sea Robbins also bit thier tails off today! NW tomorrow should be a pain in the butt with the incoming, I can see working the throttles all day trying to keep the boat straight. Capt.ron

name: Dave
e_mail: dwnarby@comcast.net
boat_name: KABOOM
date: 8-5-08
where: Glory - Chicken Cannon
method: Troll
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 30-50lbs
bait_used: Green Machine, Rapala, rattle trap
water_depth: 180-200
water_temp: 76
other: Trolled Chicken Canyon almost to the hudson starting at sunrise. Nothin' not a bird, swirl or bite. Ran back toward the Glory Hole at 1pm marked Rays and Blue fin between Glory and Chicken. Went 11 for 14 in about an hour and half on 30 to 45lb BFT. Chicken was dark water but cleared up Northwest where we found the fish. They would have hit on anything but we were using mostly Green machines and jets along with a rapala or two. As always we broadcast our fish report to anyone interested. Would be nice if more boats did the same. I gave one guy fishing the glory hole numbers but he most have not believed me. We had the Ocean and Fish to our selfs. Times are too tough to keep secrets (except on Saturdays and Sundays on the fluke grounds). Fish'm up, go get'm.

name: Nick
boat_name: Big Oh
date: 8/4
where: Harvey Cedars Lumps
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: to 19
bait_used: squid and killie
water_depth: 50 ft
water_temp: 70
other: Fished 5 long drifts late morning. Hit fluke at every stop to 17 3/4 and on the last drift of the day hit a keeper. Nice Ocean, good action and 1 for the table. Could have been 4 or 5 for the table but, well ya know...

name: Joe
e_mail: ntnj5@aim.com
boat_name: scarlet cruiser
date: 8/4/08
where: ocean
method: drifting
species: Fluke
size: bigest was 17
bait_used: minoes squid
water_depth: 40-69ft
other: Caught about 13 fish total but no keepers most were 15-16inches biggest was 17 two sea robins definatly had a keeper on the line (felt like whale) but he escaped...

name: Capt. Frank Peppi
e_mail: makofever@verizon.net
boat_name: super motor boater
date: 8-4-08
where: near axel carlson reef
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 20 to 26
bait_used: spro with gulp mantis shrimp
water_depth: 62 to 72
water_temp: 69
other: Stopped on a wreck and caught a lot of small sea bass and some ling. Conditions were excellent for drifting so we switched up for fluke and did well. We caught around 40 fish with 10 keepers in 5 hours. With most of the shorts being ranging between 17 and 17 and 3/4 inches.

name: Nick, Carlitos
e_mail: nvlachos@verizon.net
boat_name: MARYKATE
date: August 3-4
where: Hendrickson Canyon
method: Troll, Chunk
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 70-80 LB
bait_used: Skirted Ballyhoo, Spreader Bars
water_depth: 600
water_temp: 79
other: Left Sunday am for the Hudson Canyon and trolled the West Wall to the Mouth without a bite; headed to the Hendrickson Canyon and trolled yellowfin tuna and bonito following birds; chunked overnight without a bite; trolling in the early morning yielded yellowfin tuna and then headed in in very rough conditions.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/04/08
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Another good fluking day today with our second double digit fish this week. Mike Karabinus, Bangor P.A. landed his first keeper Fluke at 11 pounds on the nose. Unfortunatly he was only in the daily pool, not the big fish pool. Mike and his fishing buddy had 7 keepers between them and gave everyone away, including the big one. Had the Monday Handley Anchor Inn crew out with Joe Andy, Al and Russ. Al was the high man today with 7 keepers, Andy had 6 Joe 5. Beautifull day on the water good drift until 12:30, then the crap hit the fan! Ended the day drifting 2.8 knots...ever troll for fluke?? Should be perfect again tomorrow. Capt.ron

name: john
e_mail: tilewave@verizon.net
boat_name: tilewave
date: 8/3/2008
where: se of lillian
method: troll
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: up to 35 lbs
bait_used: all
water_depth: over my head
water_temp: 73 ish
other: trolling a couple miles se of lillian, we had lots of life ( porpoises, whales, turtles,rays) 1st knockdown was a bluefish, had at least 15 of them, & mixed in were bluefin . we went 5 for 6 on the tunas before calling in our location to other guys on the radio. we also picked up chicken dolphin chunking the pots

boat_name: chicen little
date: aug 3
where: north of asbury pk
method: squid
species: Fluke
size: 19- 21"
bait_used: squid killie combo
water_depth: 42
water_temp: 71
other: drift was good sunday we were pressed for time so set up a little north of asbury fished for a little over and hour 4 keepers ups to 21" 2 sea bass mutliple shorts great day. hit same spot last night no real drift caught nothing but shorts

name: Tony -Mike - Len
e_mail: livebait72@aol.com
boat_name: Grady White
date: 8-3-08
where: Glory Hole
method: troll
species: Dolphin
size: 2-8lbs
bait_used: purple jet 4in
water_temp: 74
other: Trolled glory picked up 8 mahi off the pots, One of them was almost smashed by a 800lb(est weight) threasher right in the prop wash then got a call they were catching bft 2 miles south of lillian. Headed there, lots of big blues, seen tuna jumping on the surface, another boat seen a white that came up to his boat, lots of whales.Thanks to the other Grady White and the Henriques BAKES for the info.

name: Greg
e_mail: pvs676@yahoo.com
boat_name: Storm Front
date: 8/3/08
where: Reefs
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: Up to 22 inches
bait_used: Squid & Spearing
water_depth: 70
water_temp: 74
other: Went out this morning about 7:30am, headed out a few miles. Had nonstop action with fluke and ling all day until 3pm. When it was all said and done, we bagged 10 keepers. Countless number of shorts and small ling. To our surprise not one sea bass. Lots of bunker schools but nothing seemed to be working them over. Beautiful day on the water. Friends of ours fished near us an bagged 15 keepers.

name: Harry Delanoy
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/03/2008
where: Off Deal
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: Up to 20"
bait_used: Squid, Sand Eels & Spearing
water_depth: 35 to 50 Ft.
water_temp: 74 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Harry Delanoy charter on board the Bounty Hunter for a day of Fluke fishing. Running up to the rough bottom off Deal the day started off like any other Fluke trip. But after boating 5 keepers up to 20" along with a few Seabass things got interesting. Jeff Schmaltz one of the charter group felt a tug on his line and his first thought was he was hooked on the bottom. Capt. Paul came off the bridge and was ready to break off the line when suddenly the bottom pulled back. Handing Jeff back his rod the battle was on. We were only fishing 15lb. Mono line on small Shimano TR200G reelsbut Jeff has caught many of these fish before and handled the rod like a pro. Paul manuevered the boat like he was on a Big Eye and 1 hour and 10 min. later Harry Delanoy gaffed the 80lb. Black Drum for his fishing buddy Jeff. It was an exciting finish to the day. I am now booking Fluke, Bluefish and Canyon Tuna charters for September. For full datails call 732-323-8700.

name: Mike DiRosa
e_mail: salty26@comcast.net
boat_name: Regulator 32
date: 8/3/08
where: Hudson Canyon
method: Troll
species: Yellowfin Tuna
bait_used: Everything
water_temp: 81degs
other: Left the dock at 4am after the last of the storm cells blew through. Up on the troll around 7am, big temp change from the tip to the elbow, much warmer to the east, had two knock-downs early and not a touch for the rest of the day!!!Worked hard and covered alot of ocean, Only life we saw was several whales on the way out and lots of bird life near the glory hole, should have stopped short to play with the bluefin's !! Any reports from offshore to the south would be much appreciated.

name: thynes
e_mail: hynes.crew@verizon.net
boat_name: katie claire
date: aug 3
where: inner Toms
method: troll
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 30-50#
bait_used: rainbow squid and green machines
water_depth: 300-350
water_temp: 78+
other: Went out with Conor, Dave, Matt and Russ early Sunday morning to see if the weather was going to cooperate. Northwest winds were a little more than predicted, but as we got out about 30 miles, decided the day was clear and the weather manageable. Steamed on for Katie Claire's first canyon trip. Set up at 8:30 on the troll and had skippies and small mahi right away. following Ed's (Happy Hooker...thanks Ed!)advice, trolled north/south on some numbers he gave me and we nailed our first yft around 10:00. With the ice broken we then went 4 for 4 around 11:30 on what was a fire drill in the back of the 26' Grady. Wrapped it up around 1:00, expecting a long ride in, but as it turned out the sea flattened out inshore and we made it back in good time. Great day!

name: Fred
boat_name: Muckin' Around
date: 8/3
where: Sandy Hook
method: Squid/killies
species: Fluke
size: 16"-20"
other: Great Day out with Captain Muck!! Plenty of shorts for the action and a bakers dozen for table fare!! 'Bout time we had a day like this with everything cooperating

name: chris maier
e_mail: tunafishing@sprintmail.com
boat_name: jeny lee
date: 8/3/08
where: lindy
method: trolling
species: Yellowfin Tuna
other: Tuesday, August 5. 2008 chris maier day troll sunday august 3rd capt's jimmy gahm and dave bender took chris and brian maier back to the lindenkohl for a day troll sunday august 3rd. we were on the fence about going due to the thunderstorms saturday that caused some heavy seas, but at midnight the wind layed down and we steamed south. we had the fish right away(curse) and released a "blt". a bit later we had the bite we were looking for, and five lines went screaming. we came tight on four, loosing 1 right away. we boated two 70 plus pound yellowfins and the third was on his way when he decided to take another run, popping our reel seat rainbow runner bar. this bar was red hot the past few trips, perhaps it was chaffed. little did we know that would be it for us, when the sun came up, so did the fan. it blew a consistant 20 all day and we never had another bite. we did run over the skippies a few times, but no luck. we ran home in a tigh northwest wind, that laid down half way home. we'll see these guys and kelly in october for their overnighter, they deserve better.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/3/08
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Had you read yesterdays report, you would have been here today! Very good fishing with many quality fish coming in and a few limits. Rocco Farina started it off with his limit by 12:00pm. Doral followed with his 8 beauties. Mark had the pool fish at 9 pounds, after the lead changed hands 6 times!! Change of tide was the best fishing with 2 unbeleavable drifts. Morning was tough with the incoming and NW wind, but we still picked away on the keepers. Tom Krako, just back from his Alaska adventure had 4 fish, all over 3 pounds! Great day to be a Party boat Captain! Can't wait for the Monday boys tomorrow! Thought we would beat the 10.4 that leads our big pool today, maybe tomorrow....Capt.Frank had very good blue fishing last night on Jigs and Bait. Also found a nice Striper in the mix. Out again this afternoon, I'm sure with the change in pressure and wind the bite will be on....Capt.ron

name: Mathew Mest
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/02/2008
where: 18 miles East of Belmar
method: Chumming
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 10 lbs.
bait_used: Bunker
water_depth: 100 Ft.
water_temp: 75 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Mathew Mest charter on board the Bounty Hunter and ran 18 miles east of Belmar in search of the Blues. We located some reads and set up chunking in 100 ft. of water. The bite was very slow and we made 3 more stops over the course of the day picking a few Blues on each stop. The bite never got started so we struggled thru the day landing 11 Blues up to 10 lbs. while missing another 9 bites. Not good Blue fishing but good enough. I am now booking Fluke, Blues and Canyon Tuna charters for Aug. & Sept. If interested call 732-323-8700 for details.

name: capt jeff
e_mail: simba329@aol.com
boat_name: no worries charters
date: july 26/aug 2
where: bay/ocean
method: bottom
species: Fluke
size: 2 to 7lbs
bait_used: squid/spearing
water_depth: 55ft
other: July 26th took Sam and his friends out on a fluke trip, started out in the bay with a couple of keepers and lots of shorts. Man that 18inch hurts! Tried that for a couple of hours then decided to head outside and hit some spots that I fished on Monday and Tuesday with basically the same results, with a lot of shorts; but did hook into some nice keepers. All in all it was a great day on the water with a nice bunch of guys.
August 2nd took Louie and the crew from Mariah construction out for a fluke charter even with a late start we still hit the incoming tide in the bay . Headed north arrive on the fishing grounds and started to pick up shorts right away with some nice keepers, had action pretty much all day! Seems like fluking is picking up; good news.

name: scott eyester
e_mail: tunafishing2sprintmail.com
boat_name: jenny lee
date: 8/1/08
where: lindy
method: trolling
species: Yellowfin Tuna
other: Monday, August 4. 2008 scott eyester slams big yellowfin on day troll 8/1/08 capt's jimmy gahm and dave bender took scott eyester of wayside and his friends on a day trip to the lindenkohl canyon. we had a handful of small yellowfins before finding the real thing. we boated 7 very large fish ranging from 70-80 lbs and 1 allison that was pushing 100 lbs. the guys had a great time, and we'll see them back in september and october for their overnighters.

name: Mike Frenzel
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 08/01/2008
where: Off Long Branch
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: Up to 20"
bait_used: Squid, Spearing
water_depth: 45 Ft.
water_temp: 75 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Mike Frenzel charter on board the Bounty Hunter and headed up to the rough bottom off Long Branch. It was another frustrating day as we had over 80 bites and only put 3 keeper Fluke in the box. What added to the frustration was the fact that over 25 of the 80+ bites were fish between 17 1/2" to just under 18" and had to be released. Once again the big Seabass saved the day as the charter boated just under 20. I am now booking Overnight Tuna charters for September. Call 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 8/01/08
where: Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Started the morning off with the last of the incoming tide, had a nice pick going on mostly keepers. Knew from the past 2 days once the current started to run we would be in trouble! Boat load of customers 2.4 knot current, most couldn't hold with 12 ounces no matter where we would go, once the tide changed. Did the Earth tilt the wrong way the past week or am I missing something? New Moon, Old moon, what the hell is going on? Still put some nice keepers in the boat. Jim Learn had a good 5 plus pound pool fish. Shrimp Man Steve, back from his Montauk adventure had plenty of action, even landed a Striper at 24 inches. Too see his face when he hooked up was priceless, thought he had the Fluke of a lifetime!!!! 24 inch bass, 2.4 knot tide, fish hooked in the side = 12 pound Fluke at least.....sorry Steve! Had several guys who where out Wednesday and limited out that got the skunk today....one day a hero, next day a bum! Capt. Ron

name: Andrew
e_mail: amarsala07747@yahoo.com
boat_name: MasterBaiter
date: 07/31/08
where: SandyHook
method: Jigs/ Plugs/Bait
species: Bluefish
size: up to 6Lb
bait_used: Jigs/ Bunker/ Plugs
water_depth: 25'
water_temp: 75
other: Went out for a quick evening trip for some shark bait. Raritan bay was rough so went around the tip of the hook and found a huge school of Bluefish chasing spearing. For over three hours we stayed with the blues catching a bunch of fish. The blues didn't hit bait or jigs to well, but they were crushing anything on the surface. We used poppers and light tackle to boat a bunch of fish and only had one other boat to compete with. What a great evening. God Bless the USA.

name: captin forbes
e_mail: makofever@verizon.net
boat_name: bass bangers
date: 7-31-08
where: axel carlson reef
method: drift
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 13 to 17 inches
bait_used: squid and killie
water_depth: 62-75
water_temp: 72
other: Drifted the reef from 7 a.m. to 12 picked up 14 seabass 10 ling and 6 keeper fluke.

name: Peteroosters
e_mail: fphsr@optonline.net
boat_name: Roosters
date: 7-31-2008
where: Sandy Hook
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 19"
bait_used: Killies and strips
water_depth: 20' to 55'
other: It was decided to fish the Sandy Hook Channel this morning. Arriving at buoy #13 just as the tide started out we began to bale the Sea Robins with a few short Fluke thrown in. Holding bottom with wind and tide in the same direction soon proved futile and we moved over to the False Hook Channel. Here the wind was blocked by the beach and fishing was much more comfortable. Starting in about 20' of water the Fluke cooperated with many shorts coming on board. Here I caught the only keeper at 19½". The ocean was calm with cooling breezes and made for a very nice fishing trip. Pete

name: capt ray burke
boat_name: mad gaffer
date: 7/29/08
where: ocean
method: bait
species: Striped Bass
size: 22 lbs
bait_used: bunker
other: Mad Gaffer had an excellent day bass fishing today with 10 keepers and 8 fish released, along with numerous 12-15 lb bluefish, sea bass, blackfish and fluke. Carl Zimmerman caught a 15 lb keeper, Horst Sodmann had a 12 keeper, Dr. Mike Chmielewski limited out with 2 bass 15-`8 lbs, Scott Kihm had a 15 lb keeper, Ric Kronenbittier limited out with 2 bass in the 15 lb bracket, Leigha Nest limited out with a bass around 20 lbs and her father had a keeper as well, and Ralph Notarmasso had 3 bass, 1 of which was released, o1 at 12 lbs and 1 at 22 lbs. There are openings for Fri and next week. Call Capt. Ray at: 732 803- 6276.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/29/08
where: Ocean/Bay
species: Fluke
other: Started the morning out with good conditions, outgoing tide, west wind. Didn't try the channels too start, was afraid the drift would be too fast. Bounced around the bay and knoll, slow pick with an odd keeper, not great fishing. Hit the channels at the end of the tide into the change, had to hold the boat straight with the engines while the bite was on. Good fishing for the rest of the afternoon with a nice catch of keepers. Pool fish 5 pounds. Great day on the water, should be O.K. tomorrow also. Capt. Ron

name: joe
e_mail: ntnj5@aim.com
boat_name: scaRlet crUiser
date: 7/29/08
where: manasquan
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 10 inch
bait_used: clams
water_depth: 75ft
other: caught a small fluke, and three huge sea robins (No keepers)

name: Capt.Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishingcharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 7/27/8
where: Barnegat Bay
method: drift
species: Fluke
bait_used: Killies/Peanut Bunker
water_temp: 60-78
other: I had the Jerry Carino party out this afternoon for some fluke fishing in the bay.We staretd fishing betwen the BB and BI bouys with only a few fluke caught plus some small weakifih and a few bluefish. Moving into the Oyster creek channel before the storms came through was a little better but the water on the incomming tide was a chilly 60 degrees. We weathered out some nasty t-storms and finished the evening out with a fair amount of fish caught.

name: Marty
boat_name: Megan beth
date: 7/27/08
where: 10 Miles north of Manaquan
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: 3lb
bait_used: Squid/spearing
water_depth: 45
water_temp: 67
other: Marty and Tony Glover were aboard the Megan Beth for a day of bottom fishing. Fishing the rocky bottom north,we had a slow pick of Fluke as well as a few Sea Bass.We ended the day early due to the heavy thunderstorms with a half dozen keeper Fluke as well as some Sea Bass in the 3.5 lb range.Still have some available dates in August and September.

name: Greg
e_mail: pvs676@yahoo.com
boat_name: Storm Front
date: 7/27/08
where: Reefs
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: Up to 24 inches
bait_used: Bucktails
water_depth: 60-70
other: Went out about 9am, had a steady pick of fish. All Fluke, not one garabage fish. Managed 6 keepers, 4 of them over 22 inches. At about 12:15 the wind continued to pick up and the sound of thunder was getting closer. Made it back to the dock well before the squalls came through. Nice morning to be out!

name: Pete (Roosters)
boat_name: Roosters
date: 7-27-2008
where: Sandy Hook
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 18½"
bait_used: Killies and strips
water_depth: 18 '
other: Tom and I made a rare Sunday fishing trip onboard the Roosters this morning. Since we are both retired now a weekday trip is usually more convenient. It was surprising then to find almost no other fishing boats out on Sandy Hook Bay. The lack of fish really surprised us as we had good tidal movement but an almost total lack of wind. It wasn't till slack tide when passing buoy #4 in the Shrewsbury Channel that I pulled in an18½" Fluke. This was our only keeper; almost all the other Fluke caught were way undersize. The bite was starting to turn on when a passing thunderstorm chased us in to our slip at Atlantic Highlands Harbor ending our fishing. Pete

name: Capt Ray burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 7/27/08
where: ocean
method: bait
species: Striped Bass
size: 22 lbs
bait_used: bunker
other: The Robert Greer charter consisting of nine people had an excellent day. They had huge bluefish of which they kept 50 and released that amount again and more. They had many keeper sea bass. We fished for blackfish with crabs and kept our limit and released numerous keepers and larger fish that still had roe. The largest fish were taken by Capt Ray Burke. They were about 9 1/2 and 7 1/2 lbs plus Ray had 12 others. All were large roe fish and were released. One striped bass was taken by Capt. Ray on a blackfish rig. We have openings for next week. Call Capt. Ray at:732 803 6276.

name: Dave
boat_name: parker25
date: July 27
where: Sandy Hook
method: Drift
species: Northern Stargazer
size: 6 pounds
bait_used: squid killie
water_depth: 40
water_temp: 70
other: Drifting for Fluke. Thought it was a door mat.

name: Capt. Darren
e_mail: dsv174@optonline.net
boat_name: Mary Lou Crew
date: 7/26/08
where: Rocks
method: drifting
species: Fluke
other: Had the Mary Lou Crew out for the Pt. Pleasant fluke tournament. Fished up to the North on the hard bottom, but we did not have any fish to put on the scale. Caught a lot of shorts and a handful of keepers. We also added a bunch of nice Seabass and Ling.

name: keith vannozzi
e_mail: tunafishing@sprintmail.com
boat_name: jenny lee
date: 7/26/08
where: hudson
species: Yellowfin Tuna
other: Monday, July 28. 2008 keith vannozi breaks the cherry for 2008 season 7/25/08 capt's jimmy gahm and dave bender took keith vannozzi of titiusville,nj and friends out to the hudson canyon for a day troll saturday july 25th. we released a dozen small yellowfins, before a nice 40 plus pounder hit the decks. later in the day we ran over the skipjacks and seven rods wet off on much larger fish, after the dust settled we came tight on three of them. the guys did an awesome job on those larger fish and that would be it for us for the day. capt jimmy worked very hard on the wheel searching through some pretty ugly water to no avail. we ran over several pods of breaking skipjack thinking that we would hookup again, but it wasn't to be. all in all the guys and jimy and i had an awesome time for out first canyon trip of the 2008 season. we will see keith and the boys back in october for their annual overnight trip

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA
date: 07/26/2008
where: NORTH OF SR INLET
method: DRIFT
species: Fluke
size: SHORT TO 17.5"
bait_used: SPEARS/GULP
water_depth: 10-60
water_temp: 71-73
other: OUT WITH THE WIFE AND KIDS FOR A LEISURELY FLUKE TRIP. CAUGHT APPROXIMATELY 20 SHORT FLUKE AND A COUPLE OF SEABASS. NICE DAY ON THE WATER. GOD BLESS RICHARD ALBIN SR. AND RICHARD ALBIN JR. LOST AT SEA - 26TH JULY 1987 (VESSEL "MOONRAKER").

name: BUCKTHEFLUKE
e_mail: buckthefluke@comcast.net
boat_name: BROWN EYED BABE II
date: 7-26-08
where: Between Squan Bell & Sea Girt
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: 14"-22"
bait_used: Pugantas & Squid
water_depth: 60'-65'
water_temp: 72
other: After finally clearing the almost suicidal parade of boaters who were struggling to get in the inlet & thru the R.R. bridge ahead of each other it was a great relief to crack the inlet into a 20kt. south wind & 4'-6' seas. While we weren't expecting a hot bite we were pleasantly surprised to find a good pick of fish. Caught mostly shorts but had 7 keepers up to 22". Fresh frozen Pugantas & squid strips were the hot bait. Join the R.F.A. Another glorious day at sea PEACE!!!!!

name: Werner & Wolfgang Sprie
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/26/2008
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Chumming & Jigging
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 15 lbs.
bait_used: Ava's & Bunker
water_depth: 30 Ft.
water_temp: 70 Degrees
other: Release Fishermen Werner and Wolfgang Sprie were on board the Bounty Hunter and we headed up to the Shrewsbury Rocks for a day of Bluefishing. Although crowded the Blues did not disappoint we had over 30 fish up to 15 lbs. on Jigs and once anchored the bite continued as we chummed and chunked landing over 40 more large fish. As is always the case with the Spries all the fish were released. I am now booking Fluke, Bluefish & Fluke/Blue Combo charters for Aug. & Sept. Call 732-323-8700 to book your day.

name: Greg
e_mail: pvs676@yahoo.com
boat_name: Storm Front
date: 7/26/08
where: Off Squan
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: Up to 23 Inches
bait_used: Bucktails
water_depth: 60-70
other: Got a late start and went out for a couple hours. Moved around a bit and finally found a body of fish. No sooner did we get a good bite the wind kicked up. Had a steady pick of fish, mostly shorts but boated 3 keepers before the wind became too much to drift. Tried a couple stops in the shallows that produced 1 short fluke and 1 small blefish.

name: Ryan Cowen, Alex Winter
e_mail: dearlco@aol.com
boat_name: MAGDILEEN
date: 7/26/08
where: Lindencol
method: trolling
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 65 lbs
bait_used: spreader bars
water_depth: 300 feet
water_temp: 83
other: Released 150 lb Blue Marlin

name: PB & JE
boat_name: 22 GW
date: 7/26/08
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: An chored & Trolling
species: Bluefish
size: 5 -10 LBS
bait_used: Bunker Chunks & Green Shads Unbrella Rig
water_depth: 25- 40 FT
water_temp: 72°F
other: Started around 8:00am anchored and chunking bunker hoping for some Striped Bass. Had the first Bluefish on in less than 2 minutes. Nothing after that for the next 2 hours. Started Trolling a 4 arm Unbrella rig with green shads and a green with black back trailer down the middle. After about 20 minutes found the fish close to the beach in about 25 feet when we would come up the ledge. None stop bluefish after that everytime we put the unberlla rig back out. All 8 - 10 lbs. After the tide and wind picked up we tried for some fluke in the Sandy Hook Channel for a little while. Caught a few very small fluke, mostly sea robins. At A.H. marina saw the game warden ticketing a guy for having short fluke.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/26/08
species: Fluke
other: Morning started out good, had a great first drift with several nice keepers including an 8 pound pool fish. Unfortunatly going back up for another drift and the change of tide bite, one of the customers blacked out smashing his face on the deck. By the time we got to Coast Guard and back out, the tide had already changed and was running way too hard to drift the channel with the gang we had. Bounced around looking for the right conditions. We'd get to an area and the wind would change against the tide. Go somewhere else, the same thing. Struggled the rest of the day to put a half @#$ catch together. Eric the Mortgage Man was high hook with 4 nice keepers,and the seasons first Weakfish. Several customers had none!! Capt.Frank jigged the blues last night, not much action on Bait. No Stripers either.....Capt.ron

name: Eddie Donnelly, Capt. Andy Roncioli, Joe Biancone
e_mail: piperirv@comcast.net
boat_name: LORI ANN
date: 7/25/08
where: Reasor
method: Troll
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 20-40 #
water_depth: 125
water_temp: 75
other: Left Barnegat Inlet at 6 am with the intention of Sharking for the day. Stopped at the ridge to pickup some blues for bait, found 4-7 # skipjack just east of the ridge. Continued out to the reasor. When we arrived the life out there was amazing, tons of bait and good marks. We set up to troll. Had 3 nice Bluefin in less than 2 hours. We left the Tuna biting. We set up to shark for a bit and had a thresher in the slick but wouldn't take the bait. Realease 6 brown shark to about 125#. Great Day!

name: martin kaminski
e_mail: dakotaraybone@yahoo.com
boat_name: TIN FIN
date: 7/25/08
where: Raritan Bay
species: Fluke
bait_used: Squid,Killies,Gulp
water_depth: 20 to 40 ft
other: Started at the triangle wind against tide 10am no good, to buoy19 4 shorts,next to hole by Keansberg pier 8 shorts. No keepers today.

name: Hal Hall
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/25/2008
where: Long Branch
method: Drifting & Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: Up to 3 lbs.
bait_used: Squid, Spearing
water_depth: 45 to 65 Ft.
water_temp: 70 Degrees
other: Hal Hall returned to the Bounty Hunter for what was going to be a Fluke charter. When we got out to the area of the Sea Girt Reef we knew the huge swell out of the SE was going to slow down the Fluke fishing so after a few drifts with no bites we headed north to the rough bottom off Long Branch. Drifting in 60 ft. we had over a dozen bites but only one keeper Fluke. We decided to anchor on a good Seabass read and the charter saved the day by pulling just under 30 large Seabass. I am now booking Bluefish & Fluke charters for Aug. & Sept. If interested call 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Hunter
boat_name: Another Record
date: 7/25/08
where: rise in the bottom
method: chunk
species: Dolphin
size: 5-8
bait_used: rubber tail
water_depth: 110
water_temp: 76
other: Had three knock downs think thay were bluefin,a few bluefin were caught around us 30-60 lbs.

name: Captain Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer II
date: 07/25
where: Sea Bright
method: Bottom
species: Striped Bass
size: up to 25 LBS
bait_used: Bunker
water_depth: 20 feet
water_temp: 67
other: We had great fishing on bunkers today. There were all the big Bluefish you could handle up to 15 LBS. We also caught some nice bass. Sam Hassmie had 2 keepers, Andy Saerini caught a nice keeper, Bob Pensci caught a nice 20 LB Bass, Ralph Noarmaso of Westfield Caught 2 keepers one at 30 inches and the second tipping the scales at 25 LBS and finally, John Hatzel caught a keeper bass. We also lost quite a few stripers today, so there was constant action. We have openings for next week, so call Captain Ray at 732-803-6276 for a reservation.

e_mail: captainnick44@optonline.net
boat_name: Benchmark
date: 7/25/07
species: Weakfish
water_temp: 71
other: We had the Shamrock Technologies group out today for some bluefishing which turned out to be very good on jigs.We then switched over to fluking which was not so good with only 17 inch shorts and not many of them. We topped it all off with some nice seabass in the 2 lb range. Check out www.newjerseysportfishing.com for pictures and reports of recent trips.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/25/08
species: Fluke
other: Had several good drifts in the AM, catching some very nice size keepers. That is until the tide ran into the wind. The harder the current, the harder the wind. Power drifted as much as we could, till we kept covering the same line, then got the hell outta dodge! Fished the ocean battling the current and a slight slider. Nice pick of fish there also, more shorts but still some keepers. Pool fish today 7 1/2 pounds with several 3 to 4 pounders mixed in. High hook had 5 fish, Mopar Charlie fishing the pulpit landed 4 keepers. Very nice day on the water, looks good for the weekend also. Capt.Frank is out this afternoon, maybe we'll get lucky and find some bass. Capt.ron

e_mail: captainnick44@optonline.net
boat_name: Benchmark
species: Yellowfin Tuna
other: 24 Hour open boat Canyon dates are now available, please call if you would like to reserve a spot on any of the dates listed below or if you would like some info. The price is $800 per man all inclusive. Trip price, fuel, gratuity, Tackle, bait, Ice and fish cleaning. August 17th-18th, 22nd-23rd, 27th-28th September 7th-8th, 19th-20th October 1st-2nd, 5th-6th, 8th-9th, 9th-10th

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/23/08
species: Fluke
other: Once again a Charter bailed us out today. With the nasty weather, fog and rain up north this morning, there weren't many customers in Atlantic Highlands. 3 boats didn't even get out!! Had a great drift all morning, found some very nice fish also. Several in the 3 to 4 pound range, one at 6 and the pool fish on the next too last drift at 7 1/2 pounds. Never got any rain but the wind came on and it was just a dissmal day. Who cares though, the fishing was good!! Sailing open the rest of the week. Capt.ron

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 7/22/08
where: OCEAN
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: Bunker
other: Today we had a three man charter. Tony Aiello boated 7 bass up to 30 lbs, keeping a 30 and 28pounder and releasing the rest. Scott Kihm caught his limit of stripers. Dr. Michael Chamielewski caught his limit of stripers. We also limited the boat out with blackfish - catching thirty fish, keeping one fish each, and releasing the rest. The mate, Bill Boardman caught a 6 lb blackfish. We had a very large number of shad porgies up to 2 1/2 lbs and all of the 8 and 10 lb bluefish that you wanted. We kept a dozen and released at least forty fish. Fishing was fantastic with action all day. The bluefish bit on bunkers all day and on jigs in the afternoon. The porgies and blackfish were caught in the course of the day while we were bass fishing, providing continuous action. Capt Ray has spots open for this week and next week as well. Call: 732 803-6276.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/22/08
species: Fluke
other: Had Mike Swartz and the Weichert group out with us today. Good thing cause there sure weren't many customers around for the rest of the boats. Tried to fish the ocean, current way too strong and a nice little heave, not good for novice fishermen. Came back to the bay and had a very nice bite on shorts and keepers. First keeper 7 3/4 pounds for the largest of the day. Much nicer out on the water with not as much humidity as the past few days. Chartered Wednesday morning, then open until the 9th of August. A question was brought up in another post as to what the Party boats would do if the size limit went to say 21 or so inches.....I will be going to jail, because I will have to break the law. Yes, I will be a criminal, maybe then the Government will realize the havok they have created, maybe not. I'm sure I won't be the only one, that is if there is anyone left!!! Capt.Ron

name: Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 7/21/08
where: Atlantic Ocean
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: Bunker
other: Friday Ralph Notomasso and his friends chartered the Mad Gaffer. They caught 7 stripers and approximately twenty big bluefish. Dave, a member of the charter, had 3 bass, releasing one and John caught a 21 pounder. Saturday the boat was fluke fishing, achieving 14 keeper fluke along with about 60 throwbacks. Yesterday we had an open trip and we fished for fluke, sea bass and blackfish. We had fluke up to 6 lbs, along with several other nice keepers. There were a few large sea bass and we limited the boat out on blackfish - one per angler. Capt Ray Burke caught the biggest, which was 9 lbs. We will be running open next week and targeting fluke, sea bass, and big blackfish. We will also be taking charters for striped bass. Call Capt Ray at: 732 803-6276 for reservations.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: FISHERMEN
date: 7/21/08
species: Fluke
other: Good all day Action today. Had the Monday regs and a bunch of new customers out for some good Fluke fishing. Fished one area until the current got too strong, ended the day on the knoll for the last 2 drifts. Some nice keepers, pool fish 6.2 pounds, and way too many 17 inchers! Dad started the day with 2 fish at 4 and 4 1/2 pounds then couldn't get past the 17 inch mark, Go figure!! Capt.Frank had good Bluefishing last night on bait. Little nasty with the hard southerly and outgoing tide, but the fish were hungry. Chartered tomorrow and Wednesday morning....capt.ron

name: Capt. Darren
e_mail: dsv174@optonline.net
boat_name: Mary Lou Crew
date: 7/21/08
where: Ocean
method: Drifing
species: Fluke
size: 5lbs
water_depth: 66 Feet
other: Mary Lou Crew was out for a half day trip for some fluke. We did not have to travel far to find them however there was just to many short. We had over 40 fish, but only a handful of keepers. The largest fish was just a little under 5 pounds. Flat day on the water with a little ground swell.

name: Alan
boat_name: Captain Canvas
date: 7/20/08
where: between BI & BB
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 20 inches
bait_used: bucktail
water_depth: 10 feet
water_temp: n/a
other: 3 hours drifting netted 2 keepers and multi throwbacks

name: JOHN
boat_name: GIZMO
date: 7-20-08
where: SANDY HOOK CHANNEL
method: DRIFT
species: Fluke
size: 19"
bait_used: PEANUTS & FLUKE BELLY
water_depth: 30-60FT
water_temp: 73 F
other: HAD ABOUT 60 FLUKE WITH ONLY 4 KEEPERS. BUT BONUS OF THE DAY WAS 2LB LOBSTER. VERY NICE DAY OVERALL TILL THE WIND BLEW HARD SOUTH. BACK AT THE DOCK BY 1:00PM

name: Stu
e_mail: ssharples@commuityacc.com
boat_name: No Regrets
date: 7/20
where: Mudhole wrecks/lumps
species: Ling (AKA Red Hake)
size: 5 lbs
bait_used: clams,begall strips
water_depth: 130 ft
other: Went out on Saturday morning for some mud hole bottom fishing. Our first drop was a wreck in 110 ft and it produced a few sea bass and 2 surprise cod fish up to 5 pounds. We hit another lumpy bottom in 90 ft and finished the day with 24 ling,6 keeper sea bass and 3 cod fish to 5 pounds.

name: Jeff & Jack
boat_name: J2
date: 7/20/08
where: SH area
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 6.5 lbs.
bait_used: squid/spearing
water_depth: 45
water_temp: 72
other: Ran out for the outgoing. Was pretty sporty in Sandy Hook Channel where there was a pick. Wind against tide made for a poor drift so we eventually came back in to pick the big flattie in the Ammo Pier Channel. Also had a few additional keepers.

name: andrew
boat_name: 4 son's
date: 7/20/08
where: Shark River Reef
method: anchor/bottom
species: Ling (AKA Red Hake)
bait_used: squid
water_depth: 125 ft
water_temp: 70.5 surface
other: Good bottom fishing for ling. 30 fish between 3 guys. They preferred squid, but would hit peanut bunker and killies. Didn't have clams on board. Waves 3-5 feet.

name: SirKarl
e_mail: PG13_Funnys@yahoo.com
boat_name: Dauntless
date: July 20th
where: Mudhole
method: singlr & double drop on bottom
species: Ling (AKA Red Hake)
size: 6 to 20"
bait_used: Clam
water_depth: 100+
other: Sunday- Ling fishing ! Onboard a Full Dauntless at the Mudhole 6 - 8" weights 100+ feet, seas w white caps & only passengers chumming. I tried Shimano Lucanos jig = nothing = TOO FANCY for ling afterwards w good ole clam stips I caught 10 ling 4 eels; most caught up to 30 ling [GREAT tasting !]. Great Captain n Crew = I never got skunked with this boat. Tight Lines !!!

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/20/08
species: Fluke
other: No lack of action once again. Found fish everywhere we went, the keepers were few and far between though. Tried South of the Highlands only to find 62 degree water and some nice Sea Bass. Headed back to the North and a strong southerly against the tide. Still picked away and caught the pool fish on the next to last drift. Ray Dinga landed a very nice 6.9 pounder for the big one of the day. Good Bluefishing last night for the Verona Fire Dept. Matt Antollino and crew jigged and baited 2 barrells of fish for thier Charter.....Thanks for the cigar Matt!! Capt.Ron

name: Marty Lucibello
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/19/2008
where: East of the Mud
method: Jigging
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 15 lbs.
bait_used: Ava 27's
water_depth: 90 Ft.
water_temp: 72 Degrees
other: The Marty Lucibello charter joined Capt. Paul for a day of Bluefishing. The day started on the Rocks where we were covered with smooth Sand Sharks. After on hour we left and ran a few miles east of the Mud Buoy where we found the Blues all over the top crashing on large shools of Anchovies. We broke out the Ava's and the 4 man charter had all the action they could handle as most of the fish ranged between 10 & 15 lbs. We put 16 Blues on ice then went into the release mode. When the arm weary charter called it a day at Noon over 50 big Blues had been released. I am now booking Bluefish charters for late July and the month of August. If your looking for great action, call me at 732-323-8700 to book a trip.


name: Tom & Joe McHugh
e_mail: tcm@hfh.com
boat_name: Irish Aer
date: 7/19
where: The Fingers
method: Troll
species: Dolphin
size: 20 lbs
bait_used: Green feather / Green machine daisy chain
water_depth: 110-127
water_temp: 77.4
other: Fished North of the 28 mile wreck on Sat in the "Fingers". Sloppy conditions kept the day short, but went two for two on Mahi-Mahi. A 22lb "bull" and 18 Lb "cow" Both were taken on the troll and hit daisy chain green machines. The fish were in a pocket of 77.4 degree water. The surrounding temps were 74 to 75 degrees

name: Capt.Kevin Delanoy
e_mail: kevin@missmargiefishigncharters.com
boat_name: Miss Margie
date: 7/18/08
where: ocean
method: wreck
species: Black Sea Bass
size: 3lbs
bait_used: clams/peanut bunker
water_depth: 65-95
water_temp: 73
other: The Chuck Tucker party enjoyed a great day on the sea bass grounds today. We fished east of Barnegat Inlet in 95' of water and had steady action with sea bass and ling. The better bite was in the deeper water although we did catch some bigger fish on some inshore wrecks. At the end of the day all anlgers caught plenty of fish and had a good time and went home with lots of fish stories to tell.

name: capt jeff
e_mail: simba329@aol.com
boat_name: no worries charters
date: july 17,18
where: cape may
method: trolling
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 80 to 110lbs
bait_used: ballyhoo/squid
water_depth: 110 to 155
water_temp: 75 to 80
other: July 17 Cape May Tuna Tournament: Had the Hoffman crew on board and left the docks about 6am and headed out to the famous 19 lump, heard some good reports coming in. Had the lines in at 7:30am and started trolling the outside edges of the lump with no success for about an hour. We changed course for the outside lumps and half way there the planner goes off and John Krebs fought the fish for about 30 minutes and sunk the gaff into a 78lb bf not what we were looking for but It was nice fish! We didn’t have much luck with the bf after that but did hookup with four nice mahi.
July 18 Cape May Tournament: Leaving the docks about 6am with the same crew from the day before and went right back to the same area as yesterday and had the lines in at at 7:30am about 20 minutes later the planner line starts to scream and the right long rigger pops and the 80 starts to scream!! It got a little crazy at first but had Larry Sr in the chair and Larry Jr. on standup and the fight was on!! 40 minutes later Larry Jr. got the fish boat side and decided to boat it so we sunk the gaff into a 59 inch bf and brought it on deck. About 10 minutes later Larry Sr. got his fish boat side with another 100lbs plus bf. That was pretty much it for the bf so we pick up headed out to the Baltimore for some yf but had no luck there just a nice size mahi. All in all it was a great crew to work with, caught fish and have a good time.

name: Hal Hall
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/18/2008
where: Inshore Lumps & Reefs
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: Up to 20"
bait_used: Squid, Spearing, Sand Eels
water_depth: 30 to 60 ft.
water_temp: 72 Degrees
other: The Hal Hall family joined Capt. Paul for their annual Fluke charter. Paul started off the day on the Sea Girt Reef and got into the short Fluke immediately. In the first 2 hours we had over 20 bites but only put 1 keeper in the box. On the tide change we had a wind into the tide condition and the drift was gone. We moved up to the rough bottom off Long Branch & Deal but only managed to catch short Fluke and a handful of Seabass. Great day, Great bunch of guys, Poor fishing. Hal will be back next week and hopefully we will do better.

name: Capt Al
boat_name: Tina Tuna
date: 7/18/08
where: Barnegat Inlet
method: drifting
species: Fluke
size: 13-21 inches
bait_used: squid, spearing and sand eels
water_depth: 10 ft
other: fished the new cut connecting oyster creek with the inlet towards the end of the incoming. Constant action for about an hour on short fluke with 2 nice keepers and a few sea robbins mixed in to annoy us. My friend Ed had a double header and must have boated at least 10 fluke. After about an hour the fishing closed down and we moved outside to the reef where we caught a few short sea bass.

name: John Shipley
e_mail: saintjude@comcast.net
boat_name: saint Jude
date: 7/17-18/08
where: Hudson Canyon
method: trolling
species: White Marlin
size: 80 plus
bait_used: green machine
water_depth: 800 ft
water_temp: 80
other: Headed out to the edge with Walter, Don Diego, and Joe "slayer" Miele. Trolled from dawn til 1:30 from the tip to the 100 Square to the Letters and back to the West Elbow. Went 6 for 10 on yellowfins from rats to 50 lbs and tangled with two White Marlin. One was boated, measured and released by Walter Shipley after an astonishing fight with countless jumps and blistering runs (congrats on his first Marlin). The other was a graceful long distant release. The water was beautiful, flat and warm. I know just how warm because I managed to drive over some well disguised floating rope and get a beautiful mess in both props. 30 minutes of swimming and cutting resulted clean props but was not part of the plan. No regrets, though, all in all it was a great trip with great company.

name: Frank
e_mail: fal56@verizon.net
boat_name: makessens
date: 7/18/08
where: Sandy Hook
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: Shorts
bait_used: Squid and Spering
water_depth: 15 to 40 feet
water_temp: 72
other: Left Atlantic Highlands around 7:45am with Ron and Capt Pat.Started at the TC Bouy shorts and plenty of sand sharks and other creatures.Decided to run down to the Rocks lots of Sea Bass mostly shorts.Couple of keepers.Good day to be out,with friends.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/18/08
species: Fluke
other: Without a doubt, today was the worst fluke day of the season. Started out with the last of the incoming, not much of a drift with wind against and WAY too many boats where we've been fishing...Fished Amrose for the change, caught a handfull of shorts and half a dozen keepers. Fish we did catch were ice cold. Once the current started to run, it ran hard with the full moon. Chris Kubie and son chris jr. did combine for 6 nice keepers and a sea bass.... Bounced around the rest of the day and never found the good bite on shorts or keepers. Hot as hell at the dock and not many customers around for the afternoon trip.....I would imagine there's going to be some major running around tomorrow with 2 fluke tournaments going on, don't follow me, I'm just as lost!!!! Capt. ron

name: fluke man
e_mail: scooby367@yahoo.com
boat_name: hooked up
date: 7-17
where: red chuch
method: botttom
species: Fluke
size: 15to 29 inches
bait_used: fluke belly
water_depth: 30 to 55
water_temp: 67
other: headed nort off the church then to the rocks good bite this evening had 14 fish up to 8lbs 2 6 lbs 3 5 lots of shorts games on boys

name: Joe Turner
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/17/2008
where: Inshore Lumps
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: Up to 4 lbs.
bait_used: Squid, Sand Eels, Spearing
water_depth: 30 to 50 Ft.
water_temp: 75 Degrees
other: The Joe Turner charter was on board the Bounty Hunter for a day of Fluke fishing. Capt. Paul started the day at the Sea Girt Reef where we had a nice morning drift. The charter put 4 keeper Fluke in the boat while releasing over 2 dozen shorts. By 9AM the ocean was as flat as a mill pond and the bite slowed. We moved off to the high ground off Asbury and Long Branch but only caught 1 more keeper and a ton of shorts. Along with the Fluke we had 10 nice size Seabass to add to the catch. I will be sailing Open Boat trips for Seabass on July 23 & 30. Call 732-323-8700 if interested.

name: Steve Roberts
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: July 14 Week
where: Toms
method: Trolling
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 20-80
bait_used: Canyon Runner Bars/Ballyhoo
water_depth: 100 Fathoms
water_temp: 80
other: [B]60 Ritchie Howell Canyon Runner – 7/17 - 6 for 11 on 50-70 pound Yellowfin[/B] Capt Mark DeBlasio and Peter Doran had the Pete Guaditis charter out Thursday and ran right to the Toms Canyon and started 2-5 miles inshore of the tip of the Toms and did not have a touch until 9am when they put their first yellowfin in the boat and it was a nice one in the 60-70 pound range. It was taken on a rainbow spreader bar. He worked that area all day and slowly picked away at nice yellowfin putting 6 in the boat and breaking off or pulling hooks on another 5. Most of the action was again on bars but ballyhoo are also starting to produce. The best bite was on the northeast corner of Toms right on the 100 fathom line. [B]48 Canyon Runner– 7/15-16 - Toms (24 Yellowfin but only 7 keepers)[/B] Capt. Joe T and Mike Zajac took the Rob Lowery charter back out to the Toms on the 48 CR and picked a couple small fish Tuesday afternoon only keeping 1 30 pounder and releasing the other. There night bite saw a decent sword fought right into the rudder and lost. They were drifting the Hendrickson and the 60 Canyon Runner was on the NE corner of the Toms for the night bite. In the early morning they trolled bank to the tip and working 2-4 miles NNW of the tip in 375 feet of water had another 22 yellowfin. Again there was very little quality to the fish with only 7 kept and all 7 were only 20-30 pounds. The rest were released. Trolling a 6 spreader bar pattern saw most of the fish come on bars. [B]60 Ritchie Howell Canyon Runner– 7/15-6 Toms 21 Yellowfin [/B] Captain Mark DeBlasio and Peter Doran took out the Steve Roberts charter on Tuesday July 15 and headed back to the Toms Canyon. While the numbers at the top might sound good fishing is far from it. On the troll in the morning 2-4 miles NNW of the tip of the Toms Canyon in 375' of water they picked at yellowfin all morning. They brought 21 to the boat but only put 9 in the boat and only 3 of those were nice fish of 40-70 pounds. The rest of the 9 were 20-30 pounds and the rest of the 21 were shorts and were released. It was fun action for the charter and it was again all on spreader bars but not what we had been doing earlier in the month and all of June.

name: Pete (Roosters)
e_mail: fphsr@optonline.net
boat_name: Roosters
date: 7-17-2008
where: Sandy Hook
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 18½"
bait_used: Killies and strips
water_depth: 18 '
other: Hazy, hot, and humid no wind, slow tide made for difficult drifting conditions this morning. Once the outgoing tide started along the Shrewsbury Channel and the East wind kicked in, Tom and I were able to put four keepers in the box. The keeper Fluke just made 18" and many fish were just short by a ¼". Killies seemed to work well as did Sea Robin strips. We left them biting around noon and headed in to look for some Blueclaw crabs around our slip at Atlantic Highlands harbor. I don't know if the crabs are late this year or someone beat us to them but I only found three to bring home. Pete

name: Jim Paras
e_mail: JParas1@msn.com
boat_name: Double Barrell
date: 7/17/08
where: Hudson Canyon
method: Troll
species: Yellowfin Tuna
water_temp: 80-85
other: After a brief troll at the Lillian, where Pilot whales were incredibly thick, and navigating through more bait than I can recently recall seeing in the Glory Hole, we ventured out to the Hudson and started our troll at the tip. The first spreader bar wasn't in the water 20 seconds and line screamed off the reel at the end of which was a nice bull dolphin. Prooved to be much of the same as we ended with 12 mahi to 37lbs but no tuna. Cobalt blue water and 84 degree water just west of the elbow with enough skip jack to walk across.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/17/08
species: Fluke
other: Good fishing again today with plenty of action. Unfortunatly, we have no control over what goes in the buckets!!! Had Rocco Farina and son Joe, Big Tom, Carpenter Joe and Mopar Charlie out today to celebrate Rocco's 50th big one! Joe stole the show with 5 keepers and the pool fish. First time fishermen Jason Duitsman and Sister Kailey came from California to catch 2 of the biggest fish on the boat also. Fishing the ocean the past few days, and I would anticipate the same for the rest of the week. At least we get a little breeze and some relief from the heat, along with much better drifting conditions......Chartered Saturday Afternoons trip. Capt.ron

name: Fred H
e_mail: fhickey@optonline.net
boat_name: Reel Obsession
date: 7/17/08
where: Hudson
method: Troll
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: #70+-
bait_used: Rainbow bars
water_depth: 500
water_temp: 79+-
other: We left SR inlet a 5am with capt. Anthony, Dom sr. John F. and Fred H. for the first offshore trip with the new boat. After heading straight for the "Bombs" we set up the troll but found green water. Trolled south on the west wall briefly and boated a skippy, (bait) then we trolled to the east wall and found blue 79deg. water and worked are way to the 100sq. Finaly boated 1 nice yellow fin in 500' of water on a rainbow squid bar. Worked a weed line and every pot in the ocean with no results finally decided to throw some chunks at a pot and hit about 10 nice mahi up to #15 to make a decent catch for the day. Beautiful seas all day with a big swell.

name: "Open Boat Trip"
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/16/2008
where: Inshore Wrecks
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: Up to 3 1/2 lbs.
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 65 to 85 Ft.
water_temp: 70 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran another Open Boat Seabass trip on Wednesday and headed down to the Wrecks and Hangs south of the Inlet. Once again we were plagued with the curse of no wind or drift and cold bottom temperatures. Unable to anchor we hovered one stop after another and the results were not rewarding at all. We finished the day with just under 30 Seabass and a handful of Ling. Weather wise it was a beautiful day and the boys toughed it out with 9 year old Nicholas Marcus showing the big boys how to catch the big Seabass and Ling. Next Open Boat sailings are scheduled for July 23 & 30. If interested call me at 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Capt. Johnny De Pinto
e_mail: heyxman@yahoo.com
boat_name: Queen Hairy
date: 7/16/08
where: raritan reach, sandy hook channel
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: shorts, shorts,shorts
bait_used: squid-killie combo
water_depth: 18 - 60 ft
water_temp: 74
other: Got in at the top of the tide at leonardo with the Boghean party from mansfield nj. the water was like a lake and the sea robins were -a - plenty. caught and released about a dozen flatties then the guys wanted to call it a day. going back out with the Hjelm party tomorrow to try out luck at the rocks. THEY HAVE TO START BITIN SOON !!!!!!!!!!!

name: John Kuchinski
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharter.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/15/2008
where: Shrewsbury Rocks
method: Chunking
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 15 lbs
bait_used: Fresh Bunker
water_depth: 25 Ft.
water_temp: 70 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the John Kuchinski charter on board the Bounty Hunter. We started off the day loading up with fresh snagged Bunker then headed up to the Shrewsbury Rocks hoping to catch a few Stripers. That was not going to happen as we were covered with large Bluefish up to 15 lbs. as soon as the fresh chunks hit the water. We had constant action and after putting 8 fish in the box we went into the release mode. By noon we had enough Blues action and ran off and made a few drifts on the high ground off Long Branch and Asbury. With no wind or drift we only picked away at the short Fluke but did however manage to put 3 nice keepers in the box. I am sailing Open Boat trips on July 21 for Fluke and July 23 and 30 for Seabass. Call me at 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Rob
e_mail: jonesdq@bc.edu
boat_name: Vessel X
date: 7/15
where: Sandy Hook
method: Bucktailing
species: Fluke
size: up to 6 Ibs.
other: Either no drift- or too much drift-made the day frustrating. Hung in there, ended up with 5 keepers (one going 6 Ibs) , a nice sea bass. The schools do not appear to be not appear to be in the deep water. Figure that out...

name: Ed, Larry and Paul
e_mail: Shoreexec@aol.com
boat_name: Nautical Mistress
date: 7/15/08
where: Elberon , north and south
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: 19"
bait_used: Squid/sand eel
water_depth: 25-60ft
water_temp: 72
other: I don't know where all these fish are. Left Manasquan Inlet at 7:45 and watched as the head boat fleet headed north. Went to the Elberon area and fished in 60ft of water. NOTHING. Moved around as did the fleet but only a few, very few shorts. Stopped off the Spring Lake hotel and had one keeper just south of there in 30ft of water. Not much to show for 3 guys, 5 hours, a nice drift, 35 gallons of fuel plus bait. But we are not quiters! We'll be try south on Thursday to see if anything is going on down there.

name: Capt. Kent Madsen
e_mail: info@wrongtern.com
boat_name: Wrong Tern
date: July 15, 2008
where: Barnegat Bay
method: drifting
species: Fluke
size: 18" - 20"
bait_used: Fin-S Fish, B-2/spearing combos
water_depth: 7 to 10 ft.
water_temp: 70s
other: The Anthony Borelli party enjoyed a great morning of fluking on the bay. They put 13 keepers in box and released numerous shorts. Artificials - specifically "Bubblegum-Ice" Fin-S Fish on 1/4-oz. jigheads - out-fished natural bait and accounted for a couple of bluefish, as well.

name: Capt. Darren
e_mail: dsv174@optonline.net
boat_name: Mary Lou Crew
date: 7/12/08
where: Reef
method: Drifing
species: Black Sea Bass
water_depth: 60 Feet
water_temp: 71
other: Mary Lou Crew was out for a half day Sea Bass trip. We stopped on a couple of pieces and put a decent catch of fish together. We also added a few nice fluke.

name: Jeff
boat_name: J2
date: 7/12/08
where: SH area
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: not enough
bait_used: squid/killie
water_depth: 45
water_temp: 73
other: First fished the TC Buoy area, good pick but all short. SH Channel slow, but picked at them. Then picked up and fished ambrose 2A area with a very good pick, but again, could not boat a keeper. Total 25 shorts...nice day, but its gettin old.

name: capt jeff
e_mail: simba329@aol.com
boat_name: no worries charters
date: july 10,11,12
where: oc maryland
method: trolling
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 90 to 130lbs
bait_used: ballyhoo/squid
water_depth: 110 to 190
water_temp: 68 to 74
other: July 10, Ocean City MD: Met up with two guys who wanted to do some Bluefin fishing and we wanted to scout the area before the Tuna tournament. Left the dock around 4:30am arrived to grounds around 6:00am, didn't have touch until about 8:30am when the planner line started to scream. We fought a Bluefin tuna for about 40 minutes and put a 53inch on the deck, weighing about 100lbs. We released her to find something bigger so we began trolling again and 30 minutes later the long rigger popped and the fight was on! We fought this Bluefin for about an hour and finally sunk the gaff in her and had a 58inch on the deck, weighing about 120-130lbs. We finished out the day with another Bluefin release about 53 inches and a caught a couple of mahi.
July 11, Ocean City MD: The first day of the tournament we left the dock about 4:30am and went right back to the lump from the day before. We had our first Bluefin on around 8:00am, fought the fish for about 40 minutes and put a 52 inch on the deck. Since you are only allowed one Bluefin over 47 inches and one under, we decided to release this one in search for a bigger one! So we trolled and 30 minutes later the long rigger popped after a tough fight we put a nice 55 inch on the deck. The guys wanted to gamble and find something even bigger, so we released it, I wasn’t so sure about this one but they were paying so back in the water she went! We trolled for another hour and finally the planner line took off a short fight resulted in fish in the box. Then the right long rigger popped which was on the PENN 80w, it was a good hour long fight after sinking the gaff we landeda 58 inch Bluefin, nice fish! We decided to pick up and ran to the Baltimore for some Yellowfin, started trolling and within 30 minutes had a triple hookup landed 2 out of 3 fish weighing about 30 to 50lbs. This rounded out a good fishing day!
July 12, Ocean City MD: The second day of the tournament, left the dock around 4:30am still pumped from the day before. But it did not happen for us, we went back to the same area as the day before and trolled it hard for 2 to 3 hours to no avail! We picked up and tried other areas that produced for us in the past, but it wasn’t in the cards for us today we picked up a 15 lb mahi. Yeah I guess that is fishing!

name: B.Greene
e_mail: bgreene@rocktenn.com
boat_name: Finatic
date: Saturday, July 12
where: North of Belmar
method: Bait
species: Fluke
bait_used: Minnows, Sand Eels
water_depth: 16' - 60'
other: Fished hard to get the keepers we found on twin minnow - one hooked through the mouth, one through the tail for the " chaos looking bait" effect. Saw the biggest fluke caught right in the Shark River, and saw a lot of boats on the ocean catching nothing too. Nice day out there, but seem to be a shortage of fluke.

name: Joe Marshall
boat_name: The Edge
date: Sat, July 12
where: Hudson Canyon
method: Trolling
species: Blue Marlin
size: 400 lbs
bait_used: Everything
water_temp: 79.5
other: I was invited out on a fun trip on the Edge by captain Jerry Twardy. Leaving the dock at midnight put us on the grounds at 6. Started trolling at the 150/050, where we got 2 tuna hits, one was lost due to an over tightened drag, and the other was an under tightened drag. Hoping that this wasnt going to be the course of the day, we continued on. We picked up 3 small Mahi on ballyhoo as we trolled by pots, we raised a white at about 12, picked up a 25lb female dolphin on a green machine bar on a long rigger. Then at 2 we put out some big-eye lures, hoping for a big one and we werent disappointed. not 5 minutes after we clipped it into the center rigger it snapped and the fight was on. as soon as the fish hit it pulled out about 200 yards against 20 lbs of drag, so we knew we had something big on the line. after the initial run,, it came up to the surface and we got a good look at it, we estimated it as about a 400 lb blue marlin. 12 jumps and 30 mins of backing down later, we had it close enough to the boat to get a hand on the leader and release the fish. Another 2 hours of trolling put a 45 lb yellowfin in the box, on a rigged ballyhoo behind a sea star.

name: Rich & Mike Szerbin
e_mail: rzerb@hotmail.com
boat_name: Dreamer
date: 12 July 2008
where: Delaware Bay at the stakes
method: Fluke rig
species: Black Drum
size: 65.7lbs
bait_used: shedder crab
water_depth: 23'
other: Fishing out of BayPoint in the morning outgoing tide for fluke. Hooked up and fought it for over 30 minute until the fish tired.

name: Paul Gottlick
boat_name: Megan Beth
date: 7/12/08
where: Rock
method: Chum
species: Bluefish
size: 8
bait_used: bunker/butterfish
water_depth: 25
water_temp: 68
other: Fished the rocks with Paul Gottlick and crew. Stopping on some fish off Belmar we had two fish on and lost them at the boat,tons of bait all the way up to the rocks. Chumming till the change of tide we boated one bluefish out of 3 hits . Very slow,Drifted for fluke off of Momouth beach had had 24 fluke but only 3 keepers. One of those days....

name: Michael Savage
e_mail: michael1savage@yahoo.com
boat_name: Wreckless
date: 07/12/08
where: Tom's Canyon
method: Troll
species: White Marlin
size: 80 lb
bait_used: rainbow squid
water_depth: 350
water_temp: 78
other: Left dock at 8pm and reached the Tom's Canyon at 2 am. We tried chunking until daybreak and then started to troll. Nothing on the chunk. Brought a Blue Marlin into the boat and then a white. The white was the biggest we had ever seen, easily 80lbs or more. Lost a yellowfin at the boat. The action died out by 9am. We picked up two tuna on the way back. Found the tuna just inshore of the Tom's in 300 to 400 feet of water feeding on Skippies. Would have stayed for more but wanted to get back before dusk. Lots of life in the Canyon but there were a lot more tuna caught just inside of the Canyon where the schools of skipjack were feeding.

name: Ernie,Jason &sabrina
e_mail: pulcinim@embarqmail.com
boat_name: smoker
date: 7 12 08
where: raritan bay
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: up to 17.5in
bait_used: killie squid ,spearing,robbin belly
water_depth: 6 to 30
other: Caught a lot of shorts and no keepers.Last 4 trips only caught 2 keepers,Not bad since it averages out at $200. a fish.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/12/08
species: Fluke
other: Couldn't tell there was a gas problem today...can't remember that many boats out in a long time, even when things where good!! Had a Charter with a boat load of non-fishermen. Still managed a nice catch of fish with a 6.9 pound pool winner. Fished mostly the ocean as the morning conditions were crap for the reach. Ended the day back there after the change of tide. Beautifull day on the water. Capt.Frank is out this afternoon, so far they are jigging blues up to 10 pounds. A couple bass have been caught in the area, so he's still searching....capt.ron

name: cap Jay V
e_mail: jjvent@optonline.net
boat_name: always something
date: 7/9/08
where: Raritan Bay
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: 18's - 19
bait_used: jigs
water_depth: 40ft
water_temp: 70s
other: Started out early, only boat at the dock, what's the odds of that. Cap Ron is right a 100% from yesterdays posting. Started at the hook, drifted all day with 2 nice keepers, alot of 17's - 17 1/2's - 17-3/4's what a mess with this size limit, what is this world coming to. cost of living is going up, but the salaries are staying the same. Land of the free, my A#*.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/9/08
species: Fluke
other: Hard to beleave the fishing has remained consistant for some time now. A little tougher today with wind against, had to work the throttles all day to put a catch together. Couple guys had 4 nice keepers with plenty of 17's going back...Unfortunatly the gas prices are killing the business, not the fishing, as we thought. Gerry asked how the gas prices were affecting our business, I can tell you for a Wednesday we should have had a minimum of 25customers on the boat, instead 15. The Angler, Prowler, and Sea Horse all carried light as well. Couple half day boats didn't get out in the afternoon. Where is our Government?? We bail out every stinkin country in the world, and they hate us. We send Billions in aid, and never get paid back. When we look for help, they don't want to get involved, but we send more money. How come No-one is talking about an emergency extension on the Fluke season? Hell, there are hardly any small boats out, the head boats are carrying a third of the customers we used to, so obviously we aren't taking what we have been allocated...Give us till the end of September, even if they cut it to 4 fish, at least we can still feed our familys!! Is it so hard to do the right thing? Yet, the season could close tomorrow if the powers that be say so, and there's nothing we can do. Is this what America has come too? Truck drivers out of work, businesses closing everyday, your food costs going through the roof, where's our government?? Speculators making millions on oil, all's the Gov has to do is open up the reserves and those bastards would go broke!! I'm all for Capitalism, but at what cost and where do we draw the line? Sorry to get away from the fishing thing, but this is BS.......Capt.Ron

name: "Open BoatTrip"
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/08/2008
where: Inshore Wrecks
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: Up to 4 lbs.
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 65 to 100 ft.
water_temp: 65 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran his second Open Boat trip on Tuesday. The nasty south wind was back and we cleared the Inlet into a bumpy ocean. We made our way to the southeast and found out on the first stop that the Seabass bite had turned off. The 6 man group toughed it out as the wind came on and made for difficult fishing conditions. By noon we had made 5 stops and put just under 40 Seabass and a handful of Ling in the box. It was tough fishing in tough conditions. We had a good ride home with a 6 to 8 ft.following sea on our stern pushing us along. I am running "Open Boat" trips for Seabass on July 14 & 16. Interested? Call 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/8/08
species: Fluke
other: Had Jim Learn and the local 164 retirees out today on our Charter...Morning started out slow with lousy conditions once again. Took an hour and a half to straighten out. Bite got better with the incoming and a drift. Some nice keepers and a bunch of shorts along with a few Sea Bass to keep the day interesting. Left the area once the tide ran too hard, finished up on the Reach for the outgoing. Caught some more shorts and a couple keepers to end the day. Nice outing for the guys..........Chartered Friday and Saturday morning. Capt. ron

name: "Open Boat"
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/07/2008
where: Inshore Wrecks
method: Bottom
species: Black Sea Bass
size: Up to 5 lbs.
bait_used: Clams
water_depth: 65 to 80 ft.
water_temp: 68 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul ran an Open Boat trip on Monday. A group headed by Frank Ruddy was on board as we cleared the Inlet and found ourselves in a zero visibility Fog. On our first 2 drops we had Fog a total lack of wind and were unable to anchor. We hovered over the wrecks and our first 12 fish were 6 Seabass and 6 Ling. The Ling tipped us off as to what the bottom temperature was, Cold. We managed to anchor on the next 4 drops and the group put together a catch of just over 60 Seabass. I am running "Open Boat" trips for Seabass on July 14 & 16. Call 732-323-8700 for details.

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 7/7/08
where: Sandy Hook Bay
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: Bunker
water_depth: 20ft
water_temp: 68
other: Dick Skinder of West Orange chartered the boat by himself today. He had his limit of striped bass by 10 AM and released 8 others. He also limited out on Bluefish up to 10 lbs and released others. For open trip reservations or charters call Capt Ray: 732 803-6276.

name: Shawen Noonan
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: July 6-7
where: Hudson
method: Overnighter
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 30-60
bait_used: Canyon Runner Bars
water_depth: 100 Fathoms
water_temp: 76
other: Capt. Mark DeBlasio had the Shawn Noonan charter out Sunday to Monday and ran right back to the Hudson Canyon making sure he got there for the afternoon bite which had been the most consistent. He pulled in around 3pm and did not have the signs he'd seen lately but stuck to the area we've been fishing. He finally picked a single and a double and fishing up with another single before dark and only 4 fish in the boat. The night on the drift was uneventful. Up on the troll in the morning though it was anything but uneventful as the fish were all over on top and the bite was on. 7, 8 , 9 on at once was the standard for the morning and they finished up with 38 yellowfin. Most of these fish were 30-40 pounds with a few bigger and a few smaller. They ended up trolling 5 spreader bars including blue/silver and purple/black mini-mambas and rainbow green machines.

name: Capt. Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/7/08
species: Fluke
other: Morning started out slow, didn't have much of a drift. Went searching for some current and better conditions. Found a good area of fish and picked away the rest of the day. The Monday gang were having a tough time until we got ride of the squid, plain spearing or sand eels were the ticket today. Chef Russ Marriot had the hot hand with 5 nice keepers, including a just under 7 pounder for the pool. Great to see more than one area of fish this time of year. Capt. Frank had 2 stripers and a few blues on the afternoon trip yesterday. The chuming still hasn't taken hold for us yet. Chartered Tuesday, Friday and Saturday morning this week....capt.ron

name: Todd Polumbo
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: July 6-7
where: Hudson
method: Trolling
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 40-60 Pounds
bait_used: Canyon Runner Bars
water_depth: 100 Fathoms
water_temp: 76
other: Capt. Mark DeCabia and Mike Zajac took their shot at running the 48’ Canyon Runner out to the Hudson Canyon Sunday to Monday for an overnighter with the Todd Polumbo and put together an outstanding catch. Arriving at the west wall at 2pm on Sunday they got their first bite trolling the Zajac pattern of 6 Canyon Runner Spreader Bars including mostly Mini-mamba in blue/silver and min-green machine bars. They quickly put 10 yellowfin in the boat after going 4 for 4 and 6 for 6 where all the fishing came on the bars. They drifted in heavy current all night and ended up 16 miles away from the troll bite so they picked up at 4am and trolled back to the west wall where they got into an even better bite and decided to put out 8 spreader bars with just 3 single lures to close out the pattern. They spend the rest of the morning with 7, 8, 9 and 10 fish on at once finishing up with 29 yellowfin to their credit for the trip and they were on their way home by 9am. Good luck to anyone fishing Friday and Saturday - it is going to be a parking lot out there based on all the boats we know that are going. I don't think the fishing can hold up for everyone. I am worried we are going to see some slow fishing over the next few days but only time will tell.

name: capt jeff
e_mail: simba329@aol.com
boat_name: no worries charters
date: july 4/5/6
where: oc maryland
method: troll
species: Bluefin Tuna
size: 90 to 120lbs
bait_used: ballyhoo
water_depth: 110 to 180
water_temp: 68 to 71
other: Ocean City, Maryland Day 1: Had lines in water around 6am didn't have a touch until about 10am when the right long rigger popped and the fight was on! fought the fish for 45 minutes, then we finally saw color; but he wasn't done fighting yet. After another 20 minutes we sunk the gaff into him and had a 58 inch bluefin, approximately 120 lbs on the deck of the No Worries. We also had another nice runoff, but that was it for the rest of the day.
Ocean City, Maryland Day 2: Had the Hoffman brothers and a buddy out for a day, trolled to the sight on Day One and trolled from 6:30am to about 8:30am and had are first run off but didn't come tight. Trolled the area for another 2hrs but no luck, so we picked up and ran for about 12 miles to another lump which has produced for us in the past but it just wasn't in the cards for us today.
Ocean City Day 3: Hooked up with a buddy on the Great Life and ran a little farther north and set out spread and had a couple of bluefish right away. We continued trolling and about 2 hrs later had our first nice runoff but didn't come tight. We had another two knockdowns, then the third was a runoff and came tight. We fought the fish for about 40 minutes then sunk the gaff into a 57inch bluefin on deck weighing approximately 90 to 100 lbs.

name: Capt Ray Burke
boat_name: Mad Gaffer
date: 7/6/08
where: Sandy Hook Bay
method: Bait
species: Striped Bass
size: up to 25lbs
bait_used: Bunker
water_depth: 20 ft
water_temp: 68
other: The Mad Gaffer had an open trip today and Lou Santo and his four friends Nick, Angelo, Gerard and Frank all scored nice bass on bunkers. These were the first keeper bass that Lou and Angelo had ever caught. Ralph DaBook and Abe Beren both scored limits. One of Abe's fish was around 25lbs. No shorts were caught; all fish were keepers, about 10-20 lbs on average. Afterwards we enjoyed an hour and a half of decent fluke fishing to top off our catch. There are opening for next week's open trips. Call Capt. Ray for info: 732 803-6276.

name: Damien Romeo
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: July 5-6
where: Hudson
method: Trolling
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 50-60
bait_used: Canyon Runner Bars
water_depth: 100 Fathoms
water_temp: 76
other: Capt Mark DeCabia and Capt. Mark DeBlasio took out the Damien Romeo charter and his team on Saturday to Sunday for what was to be a long overnighter and what turned into a 20+ hour short overnighter as they loaded the boxes with all the fish they needed and were releasing early on their way home before dark. However, they did not get them right off the bat and were sitting on zero while the 48 Canyon Runner was on its way home with its big catch of the day. But at 3:30pm their persistence paid off and they had they first of 4 shots. They went 3 for 4, 6 for 6, 10 for 10, and 5 for 6 and finished up the trip with 24 yellowfin bringing home 12 and releasing the rest. All the fish were 30-45 pounds except one around 65 and one small one. The action was again almost entirely on Canyon Runner bars as they trolled up to 6 on this trip including mostly rainbow and regular green machine bars. Because the green machine bars are working so well we've started to put out a bunch of the Mini-Mamba Bars as they work just like the green machines but give us different colors to use and the blue/silver and purple/black were going off all day as well. On yesterday's trips both boats started trolling up to 8 bars in a 13 rod pattern and the lures and ballyhoo did not get touched - we had 57 yellowfin yesterday between the two boats and I'll follow up tomorrow with more pictures and a more detailed report. We’ve never really trolled more than 4 bars at once for any stretch of time but for some reason for the past 4 or 5 trips that is all the fish want so that is what we are giving them – unfortunately we’ve got 150 12-packs of ballyhoo that are going to go to waste if they don’t start eating the meat. The fish were taken all along the west wall of the Hudson Canyon in 500 feet of 76 degree water.

name: Capt.ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/6/08
species: Fluke
other: Light crowd today with the weather report and the last day of the holiday. No matter, fishing was good for the customers who showed. Rocco once again had 5 nice keepers, Brothers Tom and Jerry (no-pun intended) landed 4 each along with countless shorts. Jim Muha, Morris Plains, started the day off with a 7 1/2 pounder ending it with another 4 pounder and 4 keepers. Jim found some giant spearing in a local market, that with a strip of squid proved to be his bait of the day.Good all day action. Last nights trip only produced 1 Bass and some Bluefish, not good fishing too say the least. Hopeing tonight is better with a decent crowd. We are Chartered Tuesday, Friday and Saturday in the morning this week...Thanks, Capt.ron

name: dan boylan
e_mail: danboylan1951@yahooo.com
boat_name: bayn lady 11
where: raritan bay
species: Fluke
other: I have been fishing Raritan Bay my whole life,when catching blow fish off the docks was a sure thing to digging calms off the cement barge off great kills was a few dozen in no time and you could eat them raw of baked.There were not to many limits and we always had a meal.Now it cost $5.00 a gallon you can't buy a keeper and a salt water licence is not far away.I remember when there was 4 part boats at Sholes Dock and you had to be there early to get a spot for a Saturday whiting trip. What happened? When you let the government run the show and put people who know nothing about the industry in charge this is what you get. There was a time when some good people dumped a lot of tea in Boston Harbor. Maybe it's time to nail a few 19" racks at the docks

name: Gary B
e_mail: fdr42@comcast.net
where: Out of Manasquan Inlet
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: Bunker
other: Dan you hit the nail on the head. It cost my friend and I $500. tyo put a third of a tank of gas in his boat.Yes you can buy plenty of 15" fluke in the supermarket. We now have a government run by idiots. I realy feel for the Party boat Captains. The cost of them to do business is out of site. Also it costs me $30 in gas to get back and forth to my buddy's boat

name: ARM
boat_name: Sud-Z
date: 7-4/7-5
where: off belmar
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: up to 8lbs
water_depth: 65
other: Fluke fished two days this weekend. 18 keepers friday, 13 on Sat. All quality fish both days, a few more shorts on Sat, still managed a 5, a pair of 6's, and a 7. Jigg'em up!

name: Mark Reger
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: July 5
where: Hudson
method: Trolling
species: Big-Eye Tuna
size: 206#
bait_used: Canyon Runner Bars
water_depth: 600
water_temp: 76
other: Capt. Paul Dalik, Mike Zajac and Capt. Peter Doran took the 48 Canyon Runner out for a day troll on Saturday with the Mark Reber charter. They left the dock at 2am and hit the east wall by 6am trolling up the edge past the 100-square without a touch. They turned back southwest and worked back across the deep and were the first boat of the day to find the fish. Trolling the Zajac pattern which consisted of 7 Canyon Runners spreader bars since almost all the fish lately are coming on these (4 off the riggers one off the Center riggers and 2 long flats off the tips of the rods) their first shot was a five bagger. The put the first 4 yellowfin in the boat all around 40 pounds and couldn't budge the 5th fish. One hour later a 206 pound big-eye was sitting on the deck bleeding out. All 5 fish fell for Canyon Runner squid and green machine spreader bars. The big-eye ate a Mini-Rainbow Green Machine bar (which was our hottest big-eye bar last year accounted for 7 big-eyes so far since we started pulling in last August). They continue to stay hot and pulled a total of 18 yellowfin out of the bite with almost everyone falling for the bars. They trolled 4 other rods with ballyhoo but they never got touched. The yellowfin were all mostly 30-40 pounds with a couple bigger and a few smaller that were released. All the action took place on the west wall of the Hudson in 76 degree water.

name: Howard Frankel
e_mail: howardrf@gmail.com
boat_name: PREDATOR
date: 07/05 2008
where: Inside Sandy Hook
method: Drifting
species: Fluke
size: 9-17 1/2
bait_used: spearing and squid
water_depth: 9-40 feet
water_temp: 74
other: Caught 40-50 fluke some doubleheaders. No keepers but nice fish. Weather was better than expected. Seas were flat and NO rain. Bad percentage of keepers but lots of action!!

name: john
boat_name: gizmo
date: 7-5-08
where: asbury to spring lake
method: drift
species: Striped Bass
bait_used: live bunker
water_depth: 35-65 ft
water_temp: 66
other: loads of bunker just could not hook up. no boats out

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 7/5/08
species: Fluke
other: Good fishing again today...had Tom And Mary Messik landing 9 nice keepers plus taking home the pool. Rocco and Tom also combined for 9 keepers between them. Nasty morning kept many of the customers home, also lost a few to another boat as one idiot thought he was doing the Captain a favor by hustling my people on too a less crowded boat. Not a good idea when things are as tough as they are in this business. Capt. Frank is out this afternoon, Stripers been showing closer to our area, so we'll give it a shot tonight....Capt.ron

name: Jason Ross
e_mail: jasonross@remax.net
boat_name: M.T Nest
date: 7-4-08
where: Spring Lake
method: Drift, Snag and Drop
species: Striped Bass
size: 0 Pounds
bait_used: Live Bunker
water_depth: 30-70 FT
other: Headed out around 3:30 with Matty. Plenty of bunker and not a striper in sight. I heard that they moved north of Belmar after we got in. Don't know if there is any truth to that but we didn't get a bite.

name: Bill Achancar
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharters.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 07/04/2008
where: Offshore
method: Jigging
species: Bluefish
size: Up to 12 Lbs.
bait_used: Ava 47's
water_depth: 90 Ft.
water_temp: 64 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Bill Achancar charter on board the Bounty Hunter. Starting off the day chumming for Bluefish on the Rocks we never saw a bite. It was the same story at the Mud Buoy. Moving further east we located the Blues feeding on schools of Anchovies and we changed over to Jigs. The charter had a great time Jigging all the Blues they wanted. They kept a dozen and released fish for the rest of the day. I am sailing Open Boat for Seabass on July 14 & 16. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve your spot and get further information.

name: Armed Forces
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: July 4
where: Hudson
method: Trolling
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 80-90
bait_used: Green Machien Bars and Clones
water_depth: 600 Fathoms
water_temp: 76
other: Capt. Mark DeBlasio, Mike Zajac and Peter Doran took out 5 members of the armed forces in a trip arranged by Jason Brooks and Adam LaRosa to bring out for free members of the armed forces that either served in OIF or OEF. We struggled to get this trip in due to bad weather and as such choose to wait out the wind and leave the dock at 6am on July 4 for just a day trolling trip. They arrived on the West Wall of the Hudson and trolled from 10am to 5pm without a touch but refused to quit and had every intention not to come home without giving each man his chance on the rod. In those 7 hours they moved over to the east wall and up the bank towards the dip where they eventually did find 5 nice 80-85 pound yellowfin that they went 1 for 1, 2 for 3, and 2 for 2 putting together a nice catch for our soldiers. They fished right into the dark and came home at 1am. The fish fell for Canyon Runner squid bars and Jets in 76 degree 600 feet water.

name: CHRIS
boat_name: CHICKEN OF THE SEA
date: 07/04/2008
where: EAST OF SR INLET
method: DRIFT/CHUM
species: Dusky Shark
size: SMALL
bait_used: BLUEFISH
water_depth: VARIED
water_temp: 68
other: HEADED OUT WITH 2 BUDDIES HOPING FOR A REPEAT OF THE LAST SHARK TRIP. SCREWED UP WIND AND CURRENT CONDITIONS PLAYED HELL WITH THE BAITS AND SLICK ALL DAY. ONLY MANAGED 2 SMALL BROWN SHARKS AND HAD 2 OTHER SMALL SHARKS IN THE SLICK. GOD BLESS AMERICA AND GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!!!

name: MIKE PANDISCIA
e_mail: ODIEMD@PTD.NET
boat_name: DEBBIE'S DILEMMA
date: 07/04/08
where: SANDY HOOK
method: DRIFT
species: Weakfish
size: ALWAYS TO SMALL
bait_used: SQUID, HERRING,
water_depth: 35"-65"
other: MYSELF, CHRIS, MIKE HAULED IN THE BOAT 82 FLUKE.***HAD ONE KEEPER*** MOST WERE CLOSE TO 17" AND OVER BUT, NOT 18". THE ONE WE KEPT WAS JUST 18" AND WE PRAYED IT DID NOT SHRINK BEFORE WE GOT BACK TO THE LAUNCH. I WOULD HAVE HATED HANDCUFFS ON ME FOR A FISH THAT DEHYDRATED AND SHRUNK BEFORE HITTING THE DOCK. STARTED AT THE 13 AND DRIFTED. BY THE SIXTH DRIFT CAUGHT ALL THOSE 82 FLUKE. ****YOU SEE IN NEW JERSEY YOU CAN CATCH ALL THE FISH YOU WANT---YOU JUST CAN'T KEEP THEM**** JUST SOLD MY BOAT TO MY FRIEND CHRIS AFTER FISHING SANDY HOOK ON AND OFF FOR 40 YEARS. I'M GOING TO JUMP ON THE "FISHERMEN" WITH CAPTAIN RON (ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS) IN THE FUTURE, HE IS ONE OF THE BEST. IN THE MEANTIME I'LL SEE ALL YOUR GUYS AT SHOP RITE WHERE WE CAN BUY ALL THE 14"-15" FLUKE WE CARRY HOME. REMEMBER ALWAYS STAY SAFE AND ALWAYS "GOD BLESS AMERICA"

name: Nick
boat_name: Big O
date: 7/3/08
where: Harvey Cedars Lumps
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: upto 20 in
bait_used: squid killie
water_depth: 50 ft
water_temp: 64
other: Drifted in 4 ft swells & 15 kt winds. 5 drifts got us 14 fish with 9 over 17 & only 1 keeper at 20. Bad enough that the limit is 18 but the winds make a 10oz weight more difficult.

name: Nick Ruggierio
e_mail: adam@canyonrunner.com
boat_name: Canyon Runner
date: July 2-3
where: Hudson
method: Trolling
species: Yellowfin Tuna
size: 30-85
bait_used: Canyon Runner Bars/Ballyhoo
water_depth: 100 Fathoms
water_temp: 76
other: 48 Canyon Runner – July 2-3 - 20 Yellowfin (18 between 35 and 80 pounds) – Pictures The 48' Canyon Runner finally got back on Wednesday, July 2 for our 11th canyon trip of the season so far. We were sitting at the dock for 5 days with some bad weather but mostly bad forecasts and were itching to get back out there with the fishing being the best we’ve ever seen in June. Capt. Mark DeBlasio and Mike Zajac took the Nick Ruggiero charter from Brooklyn out and started the day trolling the tip of the Toms. They missed an earlier bite and with no signs of life decided to troll up the edge towards the Hudson. On the way they picked one fish in between but by 8:30 pm after 7 hours of trolling that is all they had. That all changed at 9:15pm in the dark when they hooked up to an 8-bagger. With limited visiability the odds were against them but they still managed 5 nice 60 pound yellowfin. The night bite was uneventful but in the morning up on the troll on the West Wall of the Hudson they started to put together a solid pick. They deployed 4 Canyon Runner Spreader bars included rainbow Green Machine bars and Purple/Black squid bars and got almost all their bites on the bars. Working 76 degree water in 500 feet they boated a total of 20 yellowfin keeping 18. All the yellowfin were 35-80 pounds with two 20 pounders that were released.

name: Pete (Roosters)
e_mail: fphsr@optonline.net
boat_name: Roosters
date: 7-3-2008
where: Sandy Hook
method: drift
species: Fluke
size: 20"
bait_used: Killies and strips
water_depth: 18 '
other: A brisk SW wind made for long drifts along with favorable tidal action on Sandy Hook Bay for Tom and I this morning. There were many short Fluke caught, some really small ones, along with three keepers. A 20" Fluke for me Tom landed an 18" and a 20". Sea Robin strips accounted for all keepers. Although it was hot the stiff breeze made it comfortable everywhere we fished. There were plenty of Sea Robins but no yellow-eyed demons and no Dolphins to bother us. There were only a few boats out, but a lot of clamers near the Shrewsbury Channel. Pete

name: CHRIS
boat_name: HYE GEAR
date: 06/30/08
where: NORTH OF SR INLET
method: LIVELINE
species: Striped Bass
size: APPROX 25#
bait_used: LIVE BUNKER
water_depth: VARIED
water_temp: 66
other: HEADED OUT ON A BUDDIES BOAT FOR AN AFTERNOON SHOT AT THE BASS. SNAGGED A BUNCH OF LIVIES AND FOUND SOME FISH. NICE ACTION WITH 4 FISH BOATED TO APPROXIMATELY 25 POUNDS. BITE WAS OVER PRETTY QUICK AND HEADED FOR THE BARN. NICE AFTERNOON ON THE WATER. GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 6/30/08
species: Fluke
other: Yesterdays new pool leader didn't last long at 7 1/2 pounds...Joe Hanley, Union Beach landed a very nice 8 pound 8 ounce beauty for the new leader position. Still trying to break the double digit mark though! Wind with the tide made for a pretty fast drift in the AM, along with a swell that made it to the back bay. The swell did seem to have a major effect on the production today from all the reports I heard. We did manage some nice keepers and plenty of shorts on several drops. Not sailing Friday Afternoon as we have the Fireworks cruise up to NY Harbor..Capt.ron

name: Jason Ross
e_mail: jasonross@remax.net
boat_name: M.T Nest
date: 6-29
where: Ocean
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: upto 21 inchs
bait_used: killies, strips, peanuts, spearing
water_depth: 30-70
water_temp: 68
other: Headed out late with my brother for a relaxed trip. Started snaggin bunkers in hopes to get some bass. No go. Headed out to about 70Ft of water and picked at shorts and sea bass. Nice day on the water.

name: Capt.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 6/29/08
species: Fluke
other: Good drifting conditions in the AM, had a pick on shorts and keepers, not the hot action of the past few days though. Fished a couple areas to find the same thing...Abe from Gabor Associates, Staten Island, is our new Big fish pool leader with a very nice 7 1/2 pounder caught today. Capt.Frank had a couple bass the past few nights but the blues are the dominant species right now! Chumming on the weekends. Still tickets left for the Fireworks Cruises if anyone is interested......capt.ron

name: mike
date: 6/28
where: varius spots north of shark
method: bcktail
species: Fluke
size: 18 in to 7 lbs
bait_used: spearing
water_depth: 2o/25
water_temp: 70
other: 25 to 30 shorts to get 6 keepers also had a nice school of blues come by early

name: Greg
e_mail: pvs676@yahoo.com
boat_name: Storm Front
date: 6/28
where: Reefs
method: Drift
species: Fluke
size: up to 23 inches
bait_used: Bucktails
water_depth: 70
water_temp: 70
other: After we realized there were no bass under the bunker pods, we ran off to the reefs. In 4 hours,we had a steady pick of mostly keepers. Kept 13 fish up to 23 inches, a few nice sea bass and some shorts. Very few garbage fish, couple doggies, couple skates and a sea robin. Beautiful day on the water.

name: Ron Horwath
e_mail: captpaul@bountyhuntercharter.com
boat_name: Bounty Hunter
date: 06/28/2008
where: Bay Head to Avon
method: Livelining & Jigging
species: Striped Bass
size: Up to 43"
bait_used: Live Bunker
water_depth: 20 to 60 Ft.
water_temp: 68 Degrees
other: Capt. Paul had the Ron Horwath on board the Bounty Hunter. Clearing the Inlet at 5AM the Bunker were thick within a quarter mile. We loaded the livewell and snagged our first Bass in the process. Working the pods off Manasquan we landed a second Bass. It looked like we were in for some good fishing but within an hour the traffic shut the Bass down and it was over for us. A report of a Bass bite on Jigs to the north prompted a quick move but all we could find were "Alligator Blues". The charter kept a few and we were out of there quickly. No other Bass were encountered. I am sailing Open Boat for Seabass on July 6 & 8. Call 732-323-8700 to reserve you spot.

name: Capt,.Ron
boat_name: Fishermen
date: 6/28/08
where: Bay/Ocean
species: Fluke
other: Good fishing the past two days for both charters. Lots of action in the AM with a good drift on the outgoing. Had to bounce around a bit in the afternoon chasing the current, but still found fish just about everywhere we went. Yesterdays biggest went 7 1/4 pounds, todays 6.3 pounds! Hot as hell till the Southerly picked up late in the day!!! Capt.ron