I have been fishing for Striped Bass since 1980. I have fished the New England waters in search for my trophy. Since then, I have fished mostly the New York boundaries (Long Island, Atlantic Beach, City Island, Orchid Beach, Montauk Point, Far Rockaway, Jones Beach and other unnamed areas) and mostly fished from the surf. On some occasion I may venture on a few party boats from City Island but my greatest enjoyment was when I was invited to Montauk Point on my friend’s 36’ boat. It was a joy to remember, should I say speechless. After moving to New Jersey in 1989, I started to fresh water fish with my father-in-law. We have fish all the lakes and river in the Burlington County areas. We started to venture to the shore about several times a year to continue my search for Striped Bass but the drive alone was enough and we started to decrease our trip and stay close to home. In 1995 I came upon a friend who was already fishing in the Delaware River for Striped Bass, and he let me know that I do not have to drive that far for my trophy. In fact I only have to drive 10 minutes from my home and can always return home for any emergency with no problem. I was so ecstatic that I got my gear and head out to the Burlington Water Front. As I started to fish I had to study the difference between fresh water and salt water Striped Bass. I was pleased as some of the old timers took the time to guide me to my venture. After several years, I have notice that the Delaware River continue to show a great number of trophy bass that can be access without a boat. I continue to fish along the Delaware River to this day and enjoy the excitement of catching and releasing a Striped Bass.

I would again like to thank all of those who took the time to guide and encourage me on my venture.