Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 19, October 7, 2024
Section 7:2-16.3 - Surf fishing(a) Surf fishing is permitted only on the ocean side of Island Beach State Park in specifically designated areas approved by the Superintendent or designee. An annual surf fishing permit shall be issued upon: 1. Completion and approval of a surf fishing permit application at the Gate House at Island Beach State Park; and2. Payment of the annual surf fishing permit fee as provided in 7:2-17.3(d)1.(b) All persons over the age of 12 years on the beach under the authority of a MSFV or surf fishing permit shall have fishing gear or tackle (rod, reel, line, hooks, any bait or lures).(c) All persons over the age of 12 years on the beach under the authority of a MSFV or surf fishing permit are restricted in their activities to the act of catching fish or trying to catch fish and those activities reasonably incidental thereto including: travel to and from a fishing location, setting up, time to stow gear, use of sanitary facilities and the like.(d) The annual surf fishing permit allows fishermen to park their automobiles and walk to the designated surf fishing areas. The permit grants entry for the licensed vehicle and listed permit holder free of charge. All other occupants of the vehicle shall adhere to the admission fee policy as provided in 7:2-17.1.N.J. Admin. Code § 7:2-16.3
Amended by R.2007 d.155, effective 5/7/2007.
See: 38 N.J.R. 4779(a), 39 N.J.R. 1701(a).
In (a), substituted "Superintendent or designee" for "area Officer-in-Charge".