Village Harbour Fishing Club
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Village Harbour Fishing Club
Experience the thrill of sportfishing along the New Jersey shore with fellow enthusiasts dedicated to conservation and camaraderie.
What we offer:
- Multiple Contests and Tournaments Throughout the Season
- 8 Monthly Meetings with Informative Speakers
- 9 Monthly Newsletters
- Raffles and Give-Aways
- Social Gatherings
- Discounts from Advertisers and Sponsors
Next Event:
The 71st LBI Surf Fishing Classic (LBISFC) kicks off on August 30th and runs to November 30th. New for this year, Fluke has been added to the target species roster! Check out all the details in the Tournament Rules & Prizes Brochure. Be sure to attend the Surf Fishing Seminar on Saturday Sept 6th from 9am to noon at the Ship Bottom Fire House. Coffee & donuts along with many nice giveaways will add to the enjoyment. As a proud sponsor, VHFC will have a table at the event looking for new recruits.
Next General Meeting September 12, 2025. Doors open 6:45PM. Guest Speaker: ‘Bayside’ Dave Etelman discussing “Tog Fishing Off the Jetty”!
The 71st LBI Surf Fishing Classic (LBISFC) kicks off on August 30th and runs to November 30th. New for this year, Fluke has been added to the target species roster! Check out all the details in the Tournament Rules & Prizes Brochure. Be sure to attend the Surf Fishing Seminar on Saturday Sept 6th from 9am to noon at the Ship Bottom Fire House. Coffee & donuts along with many nice giveaways will add to the enjoyment. As a proud sponsor, VHFC will have a table at the event looking for new recruits.
Both the VHFC Open and Ocean Fluke trip on the Super Chic have been canceled due to weather.
Contact Phil to sign up for the Bottom Fishing Trip on the Mary M – 10/1/25.
Don’t forget about the VHFC Dinner at Kostas Grill on 10/15/25.
Advertisers and Sponsors
Empire Fishing & Tackle
Surf City Bait and Tackle
Beach Haven West Marine Center
The Boat Shop
The Saltwater Fishing Club for Ocean County & the Surrounding Areas
The Village Harbour Fishing Club, Inc. (VHFC) was started in 1989 as a non-profit organization to bring together those anglers wishing to further their knowledge of sportfishing in our area of the New Jersey shore. Whether it is bay or ocean fishing that boils your blood, the Village Harbour Fishing Club has members that will share your enthusiasm! We support the conservation of our precious fishing resources as well as our inland and oceanic waters and adjacent lands. We also support the NJ artificial Reef Program. We strive to promote the best interests of recreational angling, and to establish sportsmanship and fellowship. Throughout the year, we sponsor fishing tournaments and club events designed to foster these ideals.
VHFC meets the second Friday of each month from April through November. Meetings are at the Manahawkin Community Center located at 775 E. Bay Ave. Manahawkin, NJ. Meetings will begin at 7:15 PM and doors will open at 6:45.
Annual Membership: $50. Juniors $10 (under 18 Years Old). Buy before 3/31/25 and save $10.
News & Annoucements
Congratulations to Tyler Leary – The 2024 Melanie Boytos Award Winner!!!
Congratulations to Bob Dodds – The Diawa LEXA 300H Casting Reel & Jigging World Rod Raffle Winner!
Congratulations to Pat Presutto – Winner of the first Annual Inshore Slam!
Congratulations to Ron Nachman – First Place in the VHFC Flounder Tournament
The Striped Bass Bonus Program (SBBP) is available again this year. Please visit the SBBP webpage for application instructions and for more information regarding the 2025 SBBP.
The Bluefin Tuna Fishery has been closed for the remainder of 2025. We have closed the FOM Category for Bluefin as well.
Most of the “Fish of the Month” Contests are now open. Don’t forget to measure your catch!