Welcome Aboard sHArK,Man that was some move. Where about are you located now? I am thinking in NY somewhere by your almost ramble, I am in Toms River and IBSP is almost in my back yard as I am only a few minutes away. If you are into Yaking check out our newer forum about Kayaking. I will be the newbie there as I just bought a Hobie Quest and am waiting for delivery.As far as fishing in this area I have had over 50 years pounding the surf here and I love the verity we have here. Although it is nothing like the ring of Gulf states but its home.If you look at IBSP on the bay side there are some really cool flats and sedge islands back there that hold tons of fish but the trick is to fish the early morning or the dusk windows. I have been back there fly fishing and wading with fish jumping all around you. It is full of Striped Bass, Bluefish, Weakfish, some winter flounder and Fluke in season of course and sharks as well.The park has a couple of places to put canoes and kayaks in A17 and A21 are the favorite spots. It is an easy paddle to excellent fishing the only problem is in the summer with the green head flies which is another reason to go at night or before sun up.As far as traversing the inlet you might want to think that one over as in the summer the tides and the influx of the boaters it outrageous. The price of the yearly sticker is well worth the hassles later on.If I can be of any assistance just give me a PM or post here and if I can help I will be glad to. If you would like to see the park first hand before you decide I can take you out there for your first run. But once you see what the park offers I think you will go for the price of the stamp especially if you are as avid an angler as you say.Happy CatchingPaul
sHArK what do you mean by "Im really curious about the water depths and how castable they are."?
My newer post may clear it up, but long story short. Our water has little structure and evel less depth down in Texas and you must get way the HE double hockey stick out there to hit 12' of water. Here I susect the water gets deep fast and just about anything can be caught 75yds off the beach..lol..Im guessing.On another note, I look forward to some of these beach gatherings. I have a family of 5 that love to hit the beach, when I allow room in the jeep for more than gear and a fishing buddy.
Quote from: sHArK on April 06, 2009, 03:18:16 PMMy newer post may clear it up, but long story short. Our water has little structure and evel less depth down in Texas and you must get way the HE double hockey stick out there to hit 12' of water. Here I susect the water gets deep fast and just about anything can be caught 75yds off the beach..lol..Im guessing.On another note, I look forward to some of these beach gatherings. I have a family of 5 that love to hit the beach, when I allow room in the jeep for more than gear and a fishing buddy.K, got it! Hope you and your family have oceans of fun! I suspect they'll love IBSP. If, you plan on 'jeepn' at IBSP, you may want to check out: http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/island.htmlExample:MANDATORY EQUIPMENT FOR A MOBILE SPORTFISHING VEHICLE (MSFV) Permits are issued to 4-wheel drive vehicle owners for fishing purposes only. Carrying the basic equipment listed is required whenever the MSFV in on the beach.1) Fishing equipment and bait and tackle for each person over 12 years of age;2) Tire gauge;3) Spare tire;4) Workable jack and board/support for jack in sand (3/4 in. x 12 x 12 in. plywood square minimum size)5) Tow chain or snatch line;6) Shovel;7) Flashlight; Fire extinguisher;9) Auto first aid kit;10) Litter/trash bag;11) Minimum of 1/4 tank of fuel. A current tide chart is highly recommended. Jumper cables for the vehicle's specific battery type are also recommended.Things are bigger in IBSP!
... Thanks Joe I found that while digging and am glad to see they dont just let any numnutts go out on the beach..lol..in south texas when the beach is packed flat you will see VW BUGS 60 miles down a 4x4 only beach..and you know they are the first ones to blame the park when the tide eats their cars. Tows off of that beach (PINS)cost over a grand usually.. I blew the 4x4 out of a Durango at mile marker 55 and spent 2 days getting off the beach after a duce & 1/2 broke a front spindel trying to get to me. Ohhhhhhhhhhhhh my new fishing friend here in jersey has no idea what he has gotten into
Welcome Shark!
So Weakfish are like Speckled Trout we have down south right? Aggressive Bite, Soft mouth, plows topwaters and popping corks?
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