Surfcasting pick of stripers, but no problem for boaters

Vinny D’Anton reported a good turnout on Monmouth County beaches this morning as there were blitzes at this time the last two years. However, a continuing rough surf resulted in only a pick as stripers were reluctant to come over the bar.

On the other hand, boaters had no such problem as noted by Capt. Ron Santee Jr. on his Fishermen from Atlantic Highlands : ” Had the IBEW local 456 crew out with us for their annual fishing trip today.

Despite the wind & strong current once we got the guys acclimated it was game on! Several area’s of life once again after the change of tide, heavier jigs worked best today.”

A small craft advisory is up to late tonight.

Sunday starts with northwest winds at 10-15 knots and seas down to 2-4 feet.