I’m a jack of all fishing trades, but a master of none. I fly fish near philly in the spring, striper fish Raritan in spring, spearfish striper, fluke and tog in the summer through the NJ jetties, occasionally hit a small lake in the summer for large mouth, fall striper fishing in Raritan. I have a little 16ft aluminum boat with a 20hp tiller.

My question is.. what can I fish for now? December - April in the NJ, Philly area? I’m thinking Tog, but i noticed that they disappear when the water gets cold, based on spearfishing in 50 degree water. And trout, not much is stocked in the fall. I’ve hunted my whole life, so I’m not afraid for standing outside for 6 hours in 30 degree temps. I’m done with hunting and trying to get out fishing once a week. I’m thinking about storing my boat for the winter, but will keep it ready if there’s opportunity.

Any and all suggestions appreciated 🐟

I would like to try out tautog fishing tomorrow. I am from north Jersey. I went to Manasaquan inlet a couple weeks ago but got snagged both my cast. It was also not the safest place o the Point Pleasant side.

Are there any tips on how to fish for them and not get snagged? I was using green crabs with tautog 2 ounce jigs.

Any recommendations and tips would be appreciated as I know many people don’t want to give up locations.

Hello, I’m looking for some trout fishing streams closer to where I live (Mt Holly). I love going out in the water in waders and walking up in down the river, but the furthest south I’ve found to fish that type of way is an hour and twenty minute drive one way. Is there spots a little closer to the Mt Holly area where I can go out on the river without the far drive? I just hate to drive so far every time especially when I don’t catch anything.

Went surfcasting at 5am till 10 am on Sunday Monday and Tuesday got one bass didn’t see any blitzes I covered a couple miles of beach threw sand eels so minnows Shad’s Ava’s all colors and sizes and no action either I’m in the wrong place during the wrong time or that’s it for Monmouth county can y’all share how’s it been going for you this week so far

Anyone have a good shop in the Bergen county area that sells live minnows? I’m assuming that pet shop stuff is probably not the best idea or am I off base on that?

Just got my first Kayak and decided by trusty 6,6 spinning combo won't suffice for what I'm trying to do.

Looking to buy a baitcasting reel for the first time, and decided between these two:

Piscifun Alloy M

• Aluminum body, 12 magnetic breaking system, - $80

Piscifun Carbon XCS

• Graphite/carbon body, 4 centrifugal breaking system - $65

One has centrifugal breaks, the other has magnetic breaks. This will be my first baitcaster as I've used spinners all my life. Going to be using this in all kind of lakes around me in my kayak. Targeting 3+ pound bass, and even larger pike/pickerel.

The price difference is not a factor in decision for me, but I want to stay under $100 for a reel. Some people have told me centrifugal breaks are better for beginners, and others tell me magnetic is better. Both of these reels have super positive reviews and videos about them. I chose Piscifun because I love their spinners and couldn't list one complaint about them.

Thinking about putting this on a Dobyns 7' rod. Although it is expensive, if anyone has any cheaper but still as good recommendations let me know.

TLDR: Need help deciding between a magnetic breaking system, or a centrifugal breaking system. (On 2 very similar reels).

I rarely wish for rain in the weekends when I'm able to go fishing, but lord may it keep raining!

How has everyone been doing this fall surfcasting for striped bass? So far it’s been a slow year for me, so I would like to see how other anglers are feeling. Please share all thoughts!

I love carp fishing which often involves a lot of chumming with corn, seeds, bread crumbs, etc. Recently as I’ve been moving to larger lakes I’ve wondered whether it’s actually legal to do so.

I can’t seem to find any regulations regarding chumming in New Jersey freshwater, so I’ve been assuming (without interference from park rangers so far,) that it’s legal here. Does anyone else have more info about this? I appreciate any thoughts!

(Above: A recent 24 lb common)

Caught on the NJ side of the Delaware River. About 14".

Can somebody tell me what months you can fish for each fish from the beach? Mainly looking to fish in warmer months so what fish are around April-October off the beach?

What common nj fish can you take home and cook?

What beaches are the best for surf fishing? I usually don’t like traveling more south of Point Pleasant ..

Do you have to be up bright and early or can you go all day? Would like to bring my girlfriend along some days but she’s not a morning person. On days she’s not coming I can be there crack of dawn lol

Any other information on NJ surf fishing in general would be awesome. I recently picked up bass fishing by a lake close to my house but I love being on the beach in the warm months and would like to pick up this hobby while my girlfriend can be by my side!

Does anyone know where I can buy some Milky ribbon worms. I was talking to some other fishermen and they told me it’s great bait for stripers.

I’ve been fishing almost everyday for just a little over a month now, but for longer time periods in the past 2 weeks, with my experience I’ve found that Grenloch lake part of Gloucester County (that’s in south jersey) has the highest bite rate and catch rate. The highest success lures I’ve used at this spot are brass spoon all white rooster tails. And bright neon spinner.

The water is usually very low visibility, and the fish gather at the west most point. There’s a bridge there you can fish off of along with a nicely sized dock you can fish off of.

I’ve been fishing here mainly for the past two weeks and I’ve got a lot of big fish, bass, pike, catfish, trout. All very active here.

Best lures for pike right now, the water is pretty low and the bite is slow as of recently, any lure recommendations

(Mainly fishing great falls area for reference)

I'm new to New Jersey and not an expert, but I enjoy getting out to try and catch fish. I'm looking to target bass and trout at Overpeck Creek. I have a medium-heavy rod and will be buying more gear soon.

Could you give me some advice on what my setup should be? I'll post pics in the next couple of weeks!

If you could also tell me what i should be targeting at what time of the year it would be much help. Thanks!!

Who you hear something like “we lost a legend” or “we lost one of the most important people in xxx” many times it’s just hyperbole. That certainly not the case with Bob Popovics, and in fact, I don’t think it can be overstated how important he was to saltwater fly fishing. While I only met him a few times, he was good friends with many friends of mine. He always spoke to me as if I was his oldest friend, from the first time I met him. His innovations in saltwater fly tying and fishing will certainly live on, and the world is a darker place with his passing.

Finally picked up a packable rod set up and I’m looking for a nice hike out spot for the next couple of weekends ahead. Going solo for some bank fishing, not trying to blow up anyone’s spot, just doing it for the views and the natural. North Jersey Mountain View’s even south Jersey spots feel free to dm any locations please. Thanks

Hey there , moving shortly to ocean county NJ the whiting /Manchester area does anyone know if there are any decent fly fishing areas around there for freshwater ? Hopefully trout but I can't be too picky lol. I read a bit about toms River but seems to be contrasting info.

Thanks !