My fluking buds that live down there usually hit Spring Lake Freezer to load up on bulk bait for the season.. They are a wholesaler that supplies many of the tackle stores.. but they will sell to the public as long as you buy in case lots.. try giving them a call... saves a ton of $$
My friend Bill owns Spring Lake Freezer. He's a great guy and does supply bait shops in around 8 states. He does only sell in flats which is like a case of the small packs you see at the bait shops. Things like spearing, squid strips, sand eels and all the other yummy flavors. He also carries offshore bait too. I run into him a few days a week at the "Library" after work. I can talk to him about pricing or just give him a call at the office.
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