NJ Fishing Reports and Fishin Minions Fishing Blog
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.
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.
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.
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 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