March 4, 2016 — Delaware Bay anglers will be able to fish for a 17-inch summer flounder this summer, according to a statement by the Jersey Coast Anglers Association.
The New Jersey Marine Fisheries Council met yesterday in Galloway Township and approved the 2016 regulations for summer flounder and sea bass, two very popular fish to the recreational fishing industry.
According to the state released by JCAA board member, the council approved the following measures:
Summer flounder anglers will be allowed five fish at 18 inches with a season beginning on May 21 and ending on Sept. 25, except for Delaware Bay where there will be a four fish limit at 17 inches and at Island Beach State Park where there will be a two fish limit at 16 inches.