Big bluefish grabs spring derby lead, more sea bass, fluke settle in
Jersey Shore fishermen are reporting an increase in bluefish catches, with some weighing over 10 pounds. The current leading bluefish in the Long Beach Island spring derby was caught by Gary Grippaldi, weighing 11.7 pounds. Sea bass fishing has also improved, attributed to warmer water brought in by recent northeast winds.
- ▪Bluefish catches have been reported at Sandy Hook, Island Beach, and Long Beach.
- ▪Gary Grippaldi caught an 11.7-pound bluefish at Ship Bottom, leading the spring derby.
- ▪Capt. Francis Bogan noted improved sea bass fishing due to warmer water.
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