William Rothermel 8/23/26 William Rothermel 8/23/26

2026-NJ 4-Hour PM Open Shared Fishing Charters

42” Cobia caught and released to fight another day. We had a very small fishing charter party on Sunday 08/23/2026, between the two of us we ended up releasing this 42" Cobia and in addition had 32 Summer Flounder, and croakers. The Cobia was caught on a 6" floating squid skirt tipped with squid strip and spearing.

William Rothermel 8/2/26 William Rothermel 8/2/26

Summer Flounder aka Fluke

While fishing for Summer Flounder, also known as fluke, is at its prime and nearing its peak for the summer, there is still plenty of time to get out on the water and target them. As August and September begin to roll around, the Summer Flounder start their slow migration toward their wintering grounds, moving out of the shallower bays and inshore waters and heading for deeper areas of the Atlantic Ocean. Plan your trips now to take advantage of great bite windows before their seasonal movement picks up.

William Rothermel 7/31/26 William Rothermel 7/31/26

Blog Post Fishing Report 07/31/2026-NJ 4-Hour AM Private Fishing Charters Fishing Report for Grandma’s Birthday

On our Friday 07/31/2026 4-Hour AM Private LBI Charter, our clients had a special request for Grandma’s birthday, which we were more than happy to accommodate. The clients aboard were locals from the Waretown area, which included, Mom, Dad, Grandma (on her birthday trip), and their excited 6-year-old daughter out for her very first fishing adventure. For Grandma’s celebration, their special request was to spend some time crabbing in the bay during their private charter.

William Rothermel 7/19/26 William Rothermel 7/19/26

Blog Post Fishing Report 07/19/2026-NJ 4-Hour AM Open Shared Fishing Charters

On Sunday 07/19/2026 we had a 4-Hour Open Shared PM LBI Fishing Charter. It was a great day on the water, with lots of fish caught. On our Open Shared LBI fishing charter, we caught Summer Flounder, and Snapper Bluefish, while fishing Barnegat Bay, Barnegat Inlet, and the ocean front along the beaches.

William Rothermel 7/19/26 William Rothermel 7/19/26

Blog Post Fishing Report 07/18/2026-NJ 4-Hour PM Private Fishing Charters

Another great day on the water, with lots of fish caught. On our private fishing charter, we caught Summer Flounder, Croakers, and Snapper Bluefish, while fishing Barnegat Bay, Barnegat Inlet, and the ocean front along the beaches. For our Saturday 07/18/2026 4-Hour PM Private LBI Charter, after keeping a close eye on the upcoming weather forecast for Saturday, and communicating with our clients, we decided to change their fishing charter trip an AM trip to get our fishing trip in before the weather and storms.

William Rothermel 7/1/26 William Rothermel 7/1/26

Blog post-NJ 5-Hour Private Fishing Charter 06/30/2026

Another great day on the water, with lots of surprise species caught. On our private fishing charter, we caught Summer Flounder, Black Sea Bass, Snapper Bluefish, and our surprises were numerous sharks up to 4 feet long, including (3) Atlantic Sharpnose Shark, a Finetooth Shark and a Smoothhound Shark.

William Rothermel 6/24/26 William Rothermel 6/24/26

4-Year-Old and Dad Learning to Fish

Ready for your first fishing trip like 4-year-old Jay and his dad? Ready for a day that your son or daughter will remember forever? At Fishin Minions, we make the first-fish experience simple, safe, and pure fun, so the parents get to make memories.

Book the memory, not just the trip. Reserve our 4-hour private fishing charter package today and let Fishin Minions handle the details, so you can focus on the high-fives, the stories, and that unforgettable first catch.

William Rothermel 4/8/26 William Rothermel 4/8/26

Our 2026 Fishing Charters Are Now Open for Online Booking

After a long winter of waiting, planning, and gearing up, we’re excited to announce that our 2026 New Jersey Private Fishing Charters and NJ OPEN‑Boat Shared fishing trips are officially live and ready to book online. Whether you’re itching to chase early‑season stripers, planning a summer family-friendly outing, or locking in your favorite fall run dates, this is the moment recreational anglers look forward to all year.

William Rothermel 4/7/26 William Rothermel 4/7/26

A Beginner’s Guide for LBI Striped Bass Fishing

The characteristics of Striped Bass make them one of the most sought-after gamefish on the Atlantic coast. Their combination of size, fighting ability, and table fare quality creates an irresistible target for both beginners and experienced anglers. Here is a beginner’s guide for catching Striped Bass (Stripers) in New Jersey.

William Rothermel 4/5/26 William Rothermel 4/5/26

Spring Special Private Charter: Targeting Stripers, Flounder & Bluefish ½ Day Grand Slam Fishing Trip

Are you ready to shake off the winter chill? Why not jump into the heart of spring fishing with our LBI NJ Private Fishing Charter Special Grand Slam trip. This trio is built for anglers who can’t wait to feel that first tug of the season. As the waters warm and the baitfish return, the action fires up fast, and so do the Striped Bass (Stripers), Summer Flounder (Fluke), and Bluefish that make this time of year legendary. Jump on our LBI Fishing Charter, for a chance to catch your legendary Grand Slam of Fishing.

William Rothermel 4/3/26 William Rothermel 4/3/26

A Beginner’s Guide for Fishing and Catching LBI Bluefish

Do you have questions, about how to fish for LBI Bluefish and how to catch them?

Bluefish are the chaos-makers of the coast. They are fast, aggressive, and hit lures with a level of enthusiasm that surprises even seasoned anglers. For beginners, they are perfect because of the following. Read our blog for more answers to your questions

William Rothermel 4/2/26 William Rothermel 4/2/26

2026 New Jersey Bluefish Regulations

What are the Key NJ Bluefish Regulation Changes for 2026?

Bag Limits are the most significant update for 2026 LBI Bluefish Season, with the increase in possession limits. These increases were reflected in improved Bluefish stock conditions and updated assessments that allowed managers to relax previous restrictions on Bluefish.

Private Boat and Shore‑based Anglers may keep: 5 Bluefish per person, per day
For Hire Charter Boat Anglers may keep: 7 Bluefish per person, per day