SPRING ISSUE 2/22/19
The Raritan Bay Anglers Club held their Annual Fisherman’s Flea Market on Saturday, February 2nd between the hours of 8am and 2pm. This event was held at the E-Hotel in Edison. Vendors from the tristate area were on hand with both new and used fishing gear. This event was our biggest yet with well over 110 tables and record numbers passing through the door, this show is quickly becoming the premier event of the season. Admission was only $5 for adults and children over the age of 12. Thanks to all of our great vendors and patrons who came out to make this show a huge success.
A mega raffle was held for over $2200 worth of prizes which included a charter trip, boating safety class, a cooler, bunker spoons, mojo’s and all types of fishing lures and tackle for both inshore and offshore.
Congratulations to Barbara Calvanelli and Darrell Weaver who were the lucky winners of this prize package.
Raritan Bay Anglers Annual Fisherman’s Flea Market
RBAC Fisherman Flea Market
E-Hotel
M3 Tackle Speaks at Raritan Bay Anglers Club Meeting
Ryan Marlin and the staff of M3 Tackle were on hand at our February meeting to talk to the members about their line of fishing products. They have a great line of bunker spoons for stripers and flutter spoons for fluke as well as snagless sinkers, bottom bangers, jigs and more. Their line of fishing products are a must for all angler’s tackle box.
The pro staff shared their secrets on fishing and rigging the spoons. They showed us different ways to fish both the bunker spoons and the flutter spoons. They went over different techniques needed to fish the tides and depth in both the bay and the ocean. This was a very informative talk by a knowledgeable staff. Check out their complete line of products at www.m3tackle.com.
Our March meeting will feature Captain Paul Eidman
Captain Paul Eidman will be at our meeting on March 14 to speak about the wind turbines that are headed to New Jersey. He will explain some of the benefits this will bring to anglers in our area and what we can do to stay updated on the issues.
RBAC Big Bass for Cash Tournament
The Raritan Bay Anglers Club will be holding a Battle of the Boarders – Big Bass for Cash Striped Bass Tournament on Saturday, May 11, 2019. We will be having weigh stations located in strategic locations. An awards banquet will follow the tournament to announce the winners. Many sponsors have already joined up. More info will be available soon. Look for fliers and applications at local tackle shops, on Facebook and our club website.
RBAC Annual Charity Fluke Tournament
The Raritan Bay Anglers Club will be holding their 29th annual Charity Fluke Tournament on Saturday, July 13, 2019. The tournament will again be held out of the Perth Amboy Municipal Marina on Front Street. Anglers from the tri-state area will be participating for the top prize. Last year we saw a winning fish of over 10 pounds win the contest. We expect to see more large fluke caught this year.
We are in need of sponsors to donate doorprizes for the Capt’s. Meeting on Thursday, July 11th.
The Progressive Atlantic City Boat Show will be held at the Atlantic City Convention Center located at 1 Convention Blvd, Atlantic City, NJ beginning on Wednesday, 2/27 and running through Sunday, 3/3. For more info go to www.acboatshow.com.
RBAC News & Notes
* The next RBAC meeting will be held on March 14th. Capt. Paul Eidman will be speaking on wind turbines that will be coming to our area and how it will or will not impact our fishing. All dues must be paid by this meeting. New members are welcome.
* The Big Bass for Cash Tournament will be held on May 11th.
* The Annual Charity Fluke tournament will be held on July 13th. Now is the time to solicit the door prizes and sponsors.
* The Woodbridge Patrick’s Day Parade is on March 10th.
* The Kids Fishing Derby will be held in September. * Thanks to Ron Nicol and everyone who helped and supported our Annual Fisherman’s Flea Market. It was a huge success. * Don’t forget to get your Coast Guard Vessel Safety Check this spring
“Raritan Bay Anglers Club” is a non-profit organization for fishing enthusiasts in the Raritan Bay and Sandy Hook Bay areas. Club activities such as our Annual Charity Fluke Tournament support local charities plus organizations that protect our marine environment.”
The Raritan Bay Anglers Club began as small group of Perth Amboy fisherman who happened to own boats that were docked at the original Perth Amboy Marina. The group ended up disbanding while the new marina was being built and later reformed in 1991 to include fisherman from other areas of the state.
Pete Santero President
Don Beyer Vice President
Al Hrehowsik Treasurer
Lori Traina Secretary