Established July 1st, 1985

609-484-0409
New Fax 609-228-7543

Absecon Bay Sportsman Center

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 December Hours
Monday to Saturday
7 am to 5 pm
Sunday
7 am to 3 pm
 


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Summer Pictures 2010
Spring Pictures


Capt. Dave's Fishing Report Page

www.fishguatemala.com

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Fishing Safaris
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fishing trip today

Customer Photos
Winter Storage
Why pay more for Storage and winterizing take a look at the services available.
Store Tour
Go here to see what there is inside
Asbury Park Press
The latest news on Absecon Bay Fishing. Mullet Maddness
Who is Capt. Dave?

Press Article, 
November 15, 1999
Store Location Map
Find your way to Absecon Bay

Soft Shell Crabs
complete information, availability and prices
Fall Striper Photos
See who caught what

Local Guides, Charters and Party Boats
I hope you consider fishing with me, but here are other local fishing options.
Bait
We got what it takes, see what's in stock
Links to the best Fishing Report Web pages
See what's happening in the bay
Catch of the Day,

 
Photos of your latest catches
E-Mail Photos

Send in the pictures of your catches so we all can see your fish.

Hot Spots
See where the fish are biting on our back bay chart
Boat Yard Service
We can handle your storage and service needs, and at a better price.
Featured Products
Links to many of the products we stock
Conservation Links

Shortcuts to the groups who keep our fishing productive.
State of New Jersey Regulations and information

Ignorance of the law is no excuse
Local Weather
 

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Absecon's
Public
Boat Ramp 
One of the newest and best in the state.

Fishing Message Board Links
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 Local Bait and Tackle Shops

I feel I have the best shop in town but it's not the only one. Check out some others
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Fishing The East

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Rack and Fin Radio with Tom P.
Tom P. & Capt Dave
talking Guatemala

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Shep on Fishing

See "The Press" Crab Article 8/19/08

Individual Angler Registration

NOAA - Marine Recreational Information Program

New Jersey State Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs (NJSFSC)

New Jersey Outdoor Alliance - Anglers - Hunters - Trappers - Conservationists

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MyTown:Absecon,NJ
Fish Facts: Southern NJ,  Crabs

 
 

Sorry no Regular Winter Hours, but I'm usually available, Please call before you stop by (609-484-0409) Regular hours start with the opening of Striped Bass, March 1st.

Time to head South

La "Tijereta" Ready to Fish at
 Marina Pez Vela, Puerto Quetzal,
Guatemala
See much more details in  Guatemala Reports
Get reports and info on your News Feed "LIKE" www.facebook.com/FishGuatemala

I have formed a partnership with Capt. Dennis Wheeler of Antigua Guatemala and we transported this 25' Carver Cruiser from Absecon, NJ to Guatemala where it was transformed from a family day cruiser to a Guatemalan Flagged full fledged mini-sportfisherman.

It has joined the Parlama Fishing Fleet and is ready to take YOU to experience the worlds greatest Sailfishing  and the many other fishing experiences the Pacific Coast of Guatemala has to offer.

Give me a call anytime.  or (email me here.Capt.Dave )  
(more boat pictures)
 www.fishguatemala.com
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 Year End  Clearance Sale
Ends December 31st
Save up to 50% on Many Items in stock,
At least
25% off almost everything else*
Click Here for Details

         

! They're Still Here !
We've Still GOT (LIVE) BAIT

Now in Stock:
 EELS,  SURF CLAMS, Perch Minnows


See all the Latest Customers Striper Photos

Storage and Winterizing Headquarters.
Capt. Dave has been storing and winterizing boats for over 25 years at this protected family owned marina.  Why pay more with the big guys where yard help and technicians come and go at a whim with the seasons? Check our services and prices and call me to discuss all your off season needs.
2010 complete pricing and information
I am doing some fine tuning to the storage and winter service pricing, but everything will be as low as possible and anyone reserving storage with a non-refundable deposit will be guaranteed 2011 prices until it is posted here.
 

Capt. Dave's Latest Fishing Report

October 29th, 2011.  I can't believe Striper Season is already here!  It's been a busy month even if I haven't been fishing much.  the weather and the water have been warmer than normal so there hasn't been the striper action I've been hoping for.  I did make my first charter last Wednesday with Dave Morris.  He had been chomping at the bit to get on the bass but the conditions finally came together and I called the trip.  Unfortunately his crew backed out so he came down alone and we found a great day.  A bit windy and we were at the new moon in the middle of a "King Tide" that made conditions a little difficult but we did find the fish and I put the first keeper in the boat.  Dave stayed busy with a steady stream of fat "Shorts" that couldn't quite break the minimum.  Total was 13 bass to the boat with a dozen swimming for another day. 
Click here for the rest of the story 
2011 Summer Pictures, 2011 Spring Pictures

(2010 Reports)
2010 Fall Striper Pictures,  Summer pictures ,   Spring Striper Pictures)

 

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All Absecon Bay Sportsman Center customers lost a great buddy this March, Chocolate Truffle, the official greeter who really pretty much ran the place was approaching 11 years old, but his big friendly body just got too tired and he gave up for a much deserved rest. He loved the boats, loved to catch fish and mostly loved people. For all his friends I put up a photo album here on the web site. All Dogs Go to Heaven!

 

Capt. Dave on the
 World Fishing Network
My Town: Absecon, NJ
Fish Facts:
Southern NJ, Crabs



La "Tijereta" Ready to Fish at
 Marina Pez Vela, Puerto Quetzal,
Guatemala
See much more details in  Guatemala Reports

I have formed a partnership with Capt. Dennis Wheeler of Antigua Guatemala and we transported this 25' Carver Cruiser from Absecon, NJ to Guatemala where it was transformed from a family day cruiser to a Guatemalan Flagged full fledged mini-sportfisherman.

It has joined the Parlama Fishing Fleet and is ready to take YOU to experience the worlds greatest Sailfishing  and the many other fishing experiences the Pacific Coast of Guatemala has to offer.

Give me a call anytime.  or (email me here.Capt.Dave )  
(more boat pictures)
 www.fishguatemala.com
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23' and 21' Sea Ray Cuddy Cabin
and 18' Outboard boats for Sale

click above for complete information

23' $3,000

21', $3,500

18' , $1,000
Not Running

28' Pacemaker for Sale
Click for more info

New Jersey FREE registration
Follow the links below to all the information on the new State Registration
State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection - New Jersey Saltwater Recreational Registry Program

Who Needs to Register?
What Do I need to Provide in Order to Register?
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact Us
Individual Registration
For-Hire Registration

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 Live Line Striper Trips




2008 Photos

Fall Pictures, Summer Pictures, Spring Pictures

         
Stripers on Eels Fall 2002, Summertime Stripers on Spot 2006
View Excerpts from  Capt. Dave's Fishing trips on You Tube
 

Fall 2008 Striper Trip Now On Line
Super Hot Fishing In Absecon Inlet
October 30, 2008

New Bo Higbee "Fishing the East"


 


New Show On The Way


Bo and Capt. Dave finished up shooting another episode of "Fishing the East" 6/23/10 and as soon as Bo does the editing and production it will be on the web.  Keep looking!

Captain Dave's Fishing Reports
 Summer Pictures, Spring Pictures

 

Tide Tables, Charts and Scripts at FreeTideTables.com

Customer Appreciation Tournament
May 7th and 8th
1st Place Fluke

Joe Lynch did his usual great Job and came out on top with this 7.75# monster for 1st place and a $100 Gift Certificate
Click for Complete Results
2010 Results and Pictures, 2010 Summer Photos, 2009 Results and more photos

More Pictures, more pictures 2008, Spring Striper Pictures 2007

 Important Notice:
Absecon Public Boat Ramp Fee Now In Effect

All users must have permits!

Your Boat Ramp Dollars at work, a second floating dock has been installed on the eastern side of the ramp so that now there is plenty of room to park your boat while you launch and haul your boat. (click on picture)

  • Follow link to complete Ordinance, Boat Ramp Fees
    Daily passes will be available in the store

  • Save The Summer Flounder Fishery Fund
    Fellow Supporting Bait and Tackle Shops
     

    If you enjoy fishing in salt water, the powers that be are trying to take away the entire Fluke Fishery which will trigger the fall of recreational fishing as we know it today.  Follow the link above and give your support!

    THE SUMMER FLOUNDER SITUATION
    by NJMFC member Ed Goldman

    Looking for a great fishing trip?  Spring Stripers are here !
    See Reports in Capt. Dave's Fishing Line


    Check out
    Absecon Bay Fishing Safaris

    The "New" www.abseconbay.com 20'Scout powered by 175 hp. Johnson

    See Capt. Dave in action on Fishing The East with Bo Higbee

    Gulp! Saltwater

    Yes I have a full line of Saltwater GULP

    See the results our customers Striper fishing.
    See the pictures and post your photo
     

    2010 Fall Striper Pictures,  2010 Summer pictures ,
      2010 Spring Striper Pictures)
    2009 Summer Pictures, 2009 Spring Pictures
    2008 Fall Pictures, 2008 Summer Pictures,
    2008 Spring Pictures,

    2007 Fall Stripers, 2007 Spring Photos
    2006 Photos Now Posted, 2005 STRIPER PICTURES
    Fall 2004 pictures,   Summer 2004 picturesSpring Striper Pictures, November 2003 Striper Photos,
    Fall Striper 2003 Photos Fall 2004 current pictures
    Fall 2002, Fall 2001 Striper Photos, Spring 2002 photos

    E-Mail Photos are Up


    My son Kevin and his friend Mike had a great first trip 10/20/03
    Click the picture to see this one and more fall stripers

     

     

     

    New Customers take tour thru the store and see what we have to offer.
     
    Store Tour

     Local Guides and Charter Boats
    Find options to for local fishing trips here and post your information if you are a captain of a charter or party boat. 

    Enter and Good Luck
    If you have a tournament that you would like to see posted please send details by e-mail
    e-mail to bait@abseconbay.com in your e-mail program

    Capt. Dave with George Povoromo at the January 10th, 2009 Salt Water Sportsman Seminar Series at Trump Marina where Capt. Dave Participated on the Panel of  Experts,

    Salt Water Sportsman National Seminar Series

                

        New Jersey Fishing Reports  

     

     

    New Jersey State Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs (NJSFSC)

     

    The Story of Al Kurts January 2004 lifesaving rescue

     


     

     

     

    Striper Tracker. Org.
    Follow your fish

    Softshell  Crab Information


    Live Bait Season is here.  Peanut Bunker, Mullet, and a host of other live baits are available to a good man with a cast net.  Fitec Super Spreader Cast Nets are my favorites and I have them in all sizes.

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    Power Pro is my favorite super line I stock and I am loaded up with all sizes ready to fill your reels or I have plenty or 300 and 150 yard spools in stock if you want to fill your own.


    I am fully stocked with Keep Alive Live Wells and Aerators including the Pure Oxygen Systems ready to keep your precious livies in top shape for the hungry predators

    GABT Foundation

    Click for 2009 Details, More Tournament Pictures

    The International Fishing Ring Homepage
    This IFRsite is hosted by   Absecon Bay Sportsman Center
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    My Town: Absecon, NJ
    Fish Facts:
    Southern NJ, Crabs