Lots of stripers on top for boaters

The weather was good, and stripers cooperated for boaters today.

The Golden Eagle from Belmar reported fine surface action throughout the trip. The Fishermen from Atlantic Highlands had a similar report — and got into some bigger bass when anglers cast poppers toward shore when stripers came up. The front came through as they were fishing, and tomorrow looks very good. The forecast is for west winds at 10-15 knots plus gusts to 20.

Dr. Pat Donnelly reported a fine Sunday striper trip that also included some spectacular surface sights with whales. The Brielle dentist noted: “Great striper fishing Sunday. Maeve and Dave David Donnelly( trained on Fisher Price IV Sportfishing) for snag and drop fishing. Over 100 bites landed 30+, kept our limit of slots and bonus. Was spooled by a big thresher during the whale show. Literally Nat Geo! “