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June 01, 2026 - 10:33:57

Philly Billy of Charlie’s Bait and Tackle in Normandy Beach reported local Lisa with a wild catch of a huge sheepshead taken on clams in the surf. Strange that we are seeing more sheepshead around in the surf this year between all the bass. Lisa also caught a bunch of bass on salted clams during the outgoing tide. Dave Morck and Deb found some stripers at sunrise while casting ava jigs. Crabbing is starting to pick up off the local docks and piers.

June 01, 2026 - 10:33:50

Philly Billy at Charlie’s Bait & Tackle said Lisa landed a 21-inch sheepshead from the surf on Thursday using fresh clam. Striper continue to hit clams off the surf.

May 26, 2026 - 10:09:29

Philly Billy of Charlie’s Bait and Tackle in Normandy Beach said waters were fishable to start the weekend as clammers still found some stripers but participation was low. Scotty Huntley tossed fresh clams for a slot striper and also dragged an ava jig to connect with a quality sized fluke. Be on the lookout for bluefish to come through as reports were had of choppers along the bayside this week. Stop by the shop and pick up a delicious Charlie’s Cheesecake to bring home!

May 26, 2026 - 10:09:22

Philly Billy at Charlie’s Bait & Tackle said striped bass continue to bite on clams, keeping surf anglers in the game despite slower overall conditions. The shop is still waiting on the season’s first bluefish to hit the scales, and action this past week has been a bit quieter compared to earlier reports. Even so, there are still bass around for anglers willing to put in the time and fish the tides.

485 Rt. 35 N.
Normandy Beach, NJ 08738
phone: 732-793-1144

Keeping up the traditions of the great legend himself, steps in Pete Kupper, the new owner of the Normandy Beach Bait N' Tackle Shop. In addition to fulfilling your fishing needs – to include vast knowledge, the shop also features a complete selection of jewelry, sea shells, shark's teeth and nautical decor. A great stop for the entire family. For over forty years, Ernie Wuesthoff has provided NJ anglers with the supplies they need for successful fishing along the Central Jersey Shore. Wuesthoff became a legend among surf fishermen along the Central Jersey coast after opening the shop in 1962. Everyone immediately knew he was being referred to when anyone asked “How’s Ernie doing?” Ernie Wuesthoff, former owner of The Bait ’n’ Tackle Shop in Normandy Beach, passed away in 2010 at the age of 84. The shop is directly across the lot from famed Charlie’s Farm Market – stop in and say hello.