There’s been lots of wind this winter, but anglers should be treated to a fine day tomorrow.

The marine weather forecast is for southwest winds a mere 5 knots

Blackfish have been biting in 70-foot depths off the northern N.J. Shore, and striped bass may show up at any time while chasing herring in the surf. It’s worth taking a look as birds will be working over any activity.

The annual Canyon Runner Seminar is a must for offshore boaters plus a great break in the middle of a cold winter. It’s coming up on the first Saturday in February at Harrah’s Resort in Atlantic City from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call Adam La Rosa at 732 272-4445. Tickets must be bought in advance and are going fast.

The forecast is for southwest winds at 20-25 knots plus gusts to 30.

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Chuck Many was still into releasing pre-spawning stripers at Cape Charles, Va. from his Tyman last week.

South Carolina may not seem very far north, but it certainly is when it comes to snook. That tropical game fish is rarely found anywhere north of Florida, so Chuck Many was shocked when he was casting for redfish in the salt ponds at Hilton Head and caught snook — especially in the middle of the winter.

The forecast is for northwest winds at 20-25 knots with gusts to 30 before diminishing to 15-20 in the afternoon.

Jerry Lasko reports that surfcasters had to chase stripers north from Lavallette up to Point Pleasant under a cloud of birds. One over 20 pounds was caught among the fish feeding on bunkers and herring. The afternoon was no good in the south wind.

The forecast is for northwest winds at 20-25 knots.

Few surfcasters are left along the Jersey Shore, but Jerry Lasko and Maren Toleno each released 10 stripers this morning in their local Ocean County surf. There were lots of birds working offshore, but the bass came in at times and included a few larger fish such as Jerry’s 31-incher.

The Tsunami Sand Eel was best, but Maren also managed one on a popper. As usual, there were no boats or other surfcasters.

A gale warning is up. Southwest winds of 20-25 knots increase to 25-30 with gusts to 40 in the afternoon. Rain is likely.

Winter may not be prime fishing time in most areas, but it’s perfect for watching fresh episodes of fishing shows.

George Poveromo has his World of Saltwater back on Discovery Channel, and Nick Honachefsky is back with his saltwater Underground on the Sportsman Channel.

The forecast is for northwest winds at 15-20 knots before dropping to 5-10 in the afternoon. That won’t last long as a switch to south winds up to 30 knots is expected during the night.

The fall striped bass run concluded with an abundance of bass covered with sea lice from the ocean. hose stripers pushed far back in Raritan Bay, and many ended up moving far upstream in Raritan River.

Those bass will probably overwinter between there and the Hudson before feeding in the bay prior to spring spawning. Capt. Joe Massa ran well up the Raritan River on Dec. 10 with his My Three Sons from Morgan Marina in order to find the main body which quickly responded to Flutter Spoons as many from 18 to over 30 inches were released. Though the ocean striper season remains open, the internal waters are now closed.

A small craft advisory is up through late Friday. The forecast calls for northwest winds at 20-25 knots with gusts to 35 and possible morning snow.

Just as party boats had to learn how to operate during a pandemic last year, boat and sportsman’s shows are starting to resume activities.

The Wildwoods Fishing & Boat Expo will be held from 9-5 Saturday in the Wildwood Convention Cener. Capt. Dave Marciano of Wicked Tuna fame will be on hand for that event which has a $7 entrance fee, though kids under 12 are admitted free. For info visit fishingexpowildwod.com.

The New York Boat Show will run at the Convention Center from Jan. 26-30. The entry fee is $16, but free for those under 12.

Vinny D’Anton is back at his winter home in Sarasota, Florida, and found fish waiting for him as he cast his favorite popper — the Chug Bug. Jack crevalle and small blues provided most of the action, as spotted sea trout have been scarce after taking a hit during last year’s red tide.

The NY/NJ Bight forecast for Thursday includes a small craft advisory for west winds at 15-20 knots plus gusts to 30 and likely rain.

Capt. Joe Massa is delighted with the painting by Andrew Cadell of his My Three Sons from Morgan Marina during a striper trip in New York Harbor. The artist does his work from a photo at surprisingly low prices.

An 8X10 or 9×12 is just $50, while an 11×14 is $70. Frames run another $10-15. Call Cardell at 718 873-7257 for details.

The forecast is for southwest winds at 15-20 knots with gusts to 30 plus showers possible early and likely in the afternoon.

The sea bass season is closed, but porgies remain open, and the Jamaica from Brielle will be running to offshore wrecks where they predominate on Saturdays and Sundays in January. Cod, pollock and ling are also possibilities. The trips sail at 11 p.m. the night before. Reservations are required. Call 732 528-5014.

A gale warning is up tonight, but the northwest wind is supposed to be down to 10-15 knots by morning before dropping to 5-10 in the afternoon.