I am in the process of developing a grass roots, volunteer effort and create a "Herring Lift" program along the mid Atlantic region, starting right here in NJ to help preserve what is left of the depleted river herring population. If you or an organization you work with is interested in helping out, please reach out to me ASAP.

The term “River herring” is actually used to describe two anadromous species, The Alewife and Blueback.

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There is a “United we fish” rally planned for the end of February and this is one fisherman that won’t be going on the trip. I find the entire premise of this event to be very misleading to sporting anglers like myself and the recreational angling community.
As stated by the organizers of this rally, Recreational Fishing Alliance (RFA), the mission is to call out “against the unintended negative impacts of the Magnuson Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA).  Read more »

Menhaden with mouth in feeding mode.  Read more »

Like a switch was thrown, winter temperatures had finally arrived to the northern Jersey Shore. Despite a clear and sunny sky, cold weather really showed up towards the end of the week.

(An adult Northern Gannet flying over the Atlantic Ocean, near Sandy Hook)  Read more »