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Blog Post Fishing Report 08/23/2026-NJ 4-Hour PM Open Shared Fishing Charters

Blog Post Fishing Report 08/23/2026-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.

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Summer Flounder aka Fluke

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.

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

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.

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A Beginner’s Guide for Fishing and Catching LBI Bluefish

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

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2026 New Jersey Bluefish Regulations

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

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2026 NJ Black Sea Bass Regulations