Community Corner
Fish Hawks Saltwater Anglers Club
The Fish Hawk’s Saltwater Anglers Club’s
charter was established on April 6, 1977. The common goal was to form social fishing club, dedicated to good sportsmanship, preservation of the marine
environment, and safeguarding our natural resources.Each year
since, our membership has increased and the Club is now one of the largest and
most active fishing clubs in New Jersey, devoted primarily to fishing for a
variety of saltwater species. Expertise of members ranges from novice to
expert, from fishing, crabbing, and claming in the backwaters of Barnegat Bay,
to the canyons ninety miles offshore. And if you don’t own a boat, the Club has
a “ride along” program for members.
Meetings are held at 7:30 P.M. on the
first Thursday of each month at the Lacey Elk’s Lodge, Beach Blvd, Forked
River, N.J., guests are welcome. The agenda usually includes a renowned guest
speaker and/or video presentation on fishing, marine electronics, or related
topics. Current legislation in regards to marine fisheries is big on the list
of discussions. The Fish Hawk’s, in conjunction with other Clubs, address these
concerns through writing campaigns and attending hearings in regards to size /
bag limits, quotas, and protecting the rights of recreational fisherman. For
members, there are monthly fishing contests from April to December, eight
tournament days for Bluefish /Fluke/Weakfish/Sea Bass. Social events consist of
an annual banquet, and picnic. The monthly newsletter, mailed to your home, includes
information on current legislation, fishing contest /tournament results, a
profile of the monthly program, discounts from advertisers, and local shops and
a “Traders Corner” where members can list items for sale. A wide variety of
videos are available to members in the Club library. Personal “club identity”
items such as shirts, jackets, hats, decals, cookbook, and patches may be
purchased.
Additional information can be obtained
by writing to: FISH HAWKS
P.O. Box 700 Forked River, N.J. 08731
Attn: Membership Director
Website: http://www.fishhawksnj.com/
e-mail:
fishhawksnj@yahoo.com