Sea bass season nearing the end in N.J. though the bite is still hot.

There have been times when a sea bass opening resulted in a flurry of action before cooling rapidly, but there have been no complaints about the current N.J. run so far. Good reports keep coming in as party boats often limit out all patrons — including those whose skills may leave something to be desired. It appears there are plenty of keepers to carry the fishery through the June 18 finish.

Jon Falkowski of Linden reported a quick limit couple of days ago on the Golden Eagle from Belmar — just as the boat had reported. Jon used bait, but jiggers did as well.

Ben Green posted on Facebook that he had a fantastic sea bass trip today on the Capt. Cal 2 from Belmar as big ling were also mixed in.

The Jamaica from Brielle also reported some ling Monday as sea bass limits were filled.

As good as yesterday’s sand flea action was in the Monmouth County surf, Vinny D’Anton said it was even better today. He caught five from 28 1/2 to 30 inches. Tommy Cox is a lure casting pro, but was talked into fishing the fleas and caught six up to 27 inches,

The forecast is for northwest winds at 10 knots before going southwest in the afternoon.

Chuck Nany reported a short afternoon trip on his Tyman produced mayhem with big stripers.