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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
2026 NJ Black Sea Bass Regulations
New Jersey Marine Fisheries Council voted to approve the new NJ Black Sea Bass regulations for 2026-2027 seasons. Click here for details
Blog Post - NJ Private Fishing Charter 08/17/2025
Nice 19” Summer Flounder caught off LBI outside of Barnegat Light, NJ
Closure: Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Angling Category Fishery (Recreational) - All Sizes, All Areas
Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Closure 08/12/25 at 11:30 pm local time - 12/31/25