Another Keeper Tog off the BL Bulkhead by Ed Valitutto

Posted on October 25, 2023 by VHFC

Once again, I decided to drive to Barnegat Light and fish for tog off the bulkhead. This is the sixth time in 10 days that I have gone there. I’ve fished the same spot each time – just off the left side of the road that goes to the state park. There is plenty of space along the water before you reach the condo docks.

There is plenty of action and yes there are a lot of shorts. Today was my third keeper that I’ve brought home. I actually had a second keeper today that I gave away! My fish were all 16″. But I have seen fish that were 17, 18 and a 20″ that I netted for someone.

I usually stay for 2 hours or so. Tide doesn’t seem to matter either way. I’ve caught them on green crabs and equally well on sand fleas. Give it a try for yourself and catch a tasty meal.

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