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This will apply to anyone that fishes for saltwater striper's, even in the bays and anyone fishing from a private boat more then 3 miles off the beach.
Guess these fees will go to subsidize the commercial fishery.
Sounds like after they get everyone to register 2011 will have a fee attached, followed by an increased fee for 2012.Saltwater Registry information
By Al Ristori
December 07, 2009, 12:48PM
Saltwater Registry Information
The NJ DEP Division of Fish and Wildlife reminds saltwater anglers that the federal government's National Saltwater Angler Registry Program requires most New Jersey saltwater anglers to register prior to fishing in 2010.
You must register if you*
* Fish for or catch anadromous species (striped bass, shad, river herring) in state tidal waters
* Fish in Federal waters (more than 3 miles from shore)
You do not have to register if you*
* Are under 16 years of age
* Only fish on federally licensed party or charter boats
* Hold a Highly Migratory Species Angling Permit
Online and telephone registration will begin January 1, 2010. Register online at http://www.countmyfish.noaa.gov or call toll free 888-674-7411.
Registration is free in 2010.
Guess these fees will go to subsidize the commercial fishery.