December 2014 NEWSLETTER - New Jersey Beach Buggy

December
2014
P.O. Box 511
Seaside Park, NJ
08752
NJBBA
NEWSLETTER
www.njbba.org
2014 NJBBA
Board of Directors
President:
Tim Burden
1st Vice President:
Paul Novello
2nd Vice President:
Kurt Renart
Treasurer:
Angel Prouty
Corresponding Secretary:
Doug Taylor
Membership Secretary:
Ken Hollins
Recording Secretary:
Kathy Burden
Chairman Bd. Of Trustees:
Paul Harris
Directors
Diane Hollins
President's Message
Like the founding fathers of the NJBBA sixty years ago and many other
members since then, we continue to protect beach access and strive to
make access related improvements where needed along New Jersey's
shoreline. Throughout 2014, we have attended meetings with DEP officials, Congressmen,
Community leaders, US Army Corp of Engineers, fishing club leaders, and other organizations with similar mission statements to keep access open and enhanced. Sea Bright,
Deal, and Longport are only a few of the townships that have expanded access or expanded parking areas. We've been to Trenton on a number of occasions and to local
townships throughout the State to express our concerns, thoughts, and suggestions. Past
President Paul Harris and I attended Senate hearing to voice our support of S183 bill
(sponsored by Senator Whelan) which was surprisingly tabled without reason or explanation. The USACE beach replenishment projects are still underway and we will continue to
monitor their progression. When three of six Monmouth County groins were removed from
the USACE project list and then IBSP's North jetty was reopened in early November, a lot
of anglers and jetty jocks were happier that these fishing areas would be accessible.
IBSP's Fishermen's Walkway at A7 is finally being reconstructed, but, I fear it won't
be constructed as it was prior to super storm Sandy. It appears as if the walking ramp at
the end by the beach will not have an expanded area for handicapped persons using
wheelchairs or walkers to sit and enjoy the ocean view and beach activities without hindering access for others. I await an answer on this questionable matter from Park officials and
will bring this up to the DEP at our next meeting.
Mark Pantle Sr.
Francine Cutter
Nancy Paulick
Mike Norris
Dave Paulick
Ron Patten
Carole Harris
Bill MackIntosh
Mark Dzindzio
Tom Coopy
Our involvement with Clean Ocean Action and other supporters against Rutgers and the
other institutions wanting Seismic Blasting off Barnegat Inlet and the entire east coast
shoreline continues. No matter how these universities pitch it (that it is for scientific purposes), it WILL NOT be good for the habitat being blasted and it will greatly affect our marine fisheries! We will keep you apprised of this issue via membership email, our website,
and our Facebook page.
This past summer activities included conducting the IBSP's Beginner's Surf Fishing Clinics, where numerous members volunteered to help in the classroom and out on the beach.
One of the highlights was working with youngsters from the Barack Obama Green Charter
High School. Most of those kids never went to the beach before that day and were ecstatic
when the bluefish bite started. Another youth driven venture was being the only International Game Fish Association's New Jersey chapter club to participate at the first IGFA-NJ
Children's Fishing Clinic held at the REEL SEAT B&T. This clinic was followed up with a
private party boat fluke fishing trip paid for by the IGFA where we ensured every youngster
landed at least one fish. This was our lead into working with IGFA's New Jersey Representatives on youth based activities and with the Big Brother & Big Sisters of Ocean County.
Since then, the NJBBA has planned to do a similar project involving surf fishing in late
spring with the Monmouth County Big Brothers & Sisters. Our most recent youth based
fishing activity is being spearheaded by Past President Paul Harris.
(Cont. on next page)
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We gladly accepted the offer of the NJBBA being added to the Toms River South HS Mentor Program. We did an
after school surf fishing presentation and a week later had the kids at IBSP for a half day of fishing on the beach.
Hopefully, this will encourage them to start a high school fishing club and we'll continue to be their fishing mentors.
Back on September 3rd, we held the first Special Meeting for the general membership in more than twenty years.
The purpose was addressing our efforts to conserve the striped bass fishery, to explain the options for the ASMFC
Addendum IV and to determine (by voting) what our stand would be relating to this issue before any of the NJMFC
public meetings take place.
We were fortunate and thankful to have NJ Fish & Wildlife's Russ Allen (Bureau of Marine Fisheries' Supervising
Biologist) attend, giving us his very informative power point slide presentation on this subject. His explanation and
subsequent question and answer period made it easier to vote on this very important issue. Following this was a
discussion and vote by the members. The members clearly were not interested in either Option A nor Option D. And
after further explanation of Option C, the membership's determining vote was as follows: Option B4=14 votes; Option B6=15 votes; Option B7=29 votes (majority); Total votes=58. NJBBA's official position on the Striped Bass Addendum is Option B7: 2 fish limit (1 slot & 1 trophy); 1 slot= 1 fish 28"-34" AND 1 trophy= 1 fish minimum 36". This
represents a one year 25% reduction. We also favored no commercial quota transfers.
Numerous members attended the three New Jersey public hearings. Upon expressing our "B7" stance at the Galloway and Toms River hearings, many others perspicuously favored a variety of choices under Option B as well. A
letter outlining our position was sent to the NJMFC and ASMFC. While this is far from being finalized, it's good to
know our members and other recreational anglers are doing their part to protect the striped bass fishery.
During the course of this winter, we will be fulfilling the requirements of the Recreational Trails grant awarded to us
earlier in the year. We'll be installing snow fencing in needed areas and upgrading trails at Island Beach State
Park. And before you know it, our spring beach clean ups at Holgate and IBSP will begin. We'll need many volunteers for each of these projects, so consider bringing a friend or another family member to help us. Emails will be
sent to announce the dates of these projects. Also, please check our website calendar of events and Facebook
page event postings for the date announcements.
Surf fishermen (no matter how experienced or inexperienced) should not miss the Jersey Shore Surfcaster's "SURF
DAY" on Saturday, February 21 at Brookdale Community College. There will be numerous workshops, seminars,
lots of vendors, local tackle shops, and factory representatives on hand to help you improve your catch. We will
have a table in the front room for membership renewals and clothing purchases, so be sure to visit us. The JSS is a
Major Sponsor of the NJBBA, supporting our annual Children's Surf Fishing Tournament, making additional donations to us for buying snow fencing being installed at IBSP, and sends members to assist as judges at the Governor's Cup. For more details visit NJBBA website.
We'll continue to have two beach driving clinics in 2015, the old stand by at IBSP and since the newest Brigantine
session was such a success, we'll continue that one as well. I'm asking members to suggest to any first time 4x4
buyers that are interested in driving on the beach to attend one of the clinics. The knowledge gained by attending
benefits all of us as the attendees will learn beach driving etiquette, safety tips, proper equipment and usage, and
much more.
Finally, here's a big "THANK YOU" to the men and women
that got involved during the past year. Your combined support
in our endeavors or at our events were truly immeasurable
and greatly appreciated. I hope your involvement is carried
into next year because without your support, we wouldn't be
able to do what we have been doing for the past sixty years!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all,
Tim Burden---<")/////><(
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2015 NJJBA Annual Banquet and Gift Auction
By Kathy Burden #4646
The 2015 NJBBA Annual Banquet and Gift Auction will take place on Saturday March 7, 2015 at La Bove Grande, Rt. 70
in Lakehurst from 6-11 PM. Due to the ongoing success of our banquet, the committee had decided to seek a larger
venue.
La Bove is not only much larger ( they can comfortably fit 200 people), but there is more room for dancing and for our
extraordinary gift auction. We hope that those that have not yet joined us, as well as our past supporters will come
out for this fun evening . It will be a buffet dinner of great food, unlimited beer, wine and soda as well as a band for
dancing.
Tickets will be available for purchase as of January 1st. The price for adults will be $38.00 per person, children 12 years
and younger- $20 and children under age 3 are free. Please contact Kathy Burden-201-983-2301 or [email protected] for additional information or to make a donation to our gift auction. Co-chair Angel Prouty can also
be contacted at 609-893-8432 or [email protected]. Additional information ,as well as PayPal ticket payment will be
put on the NJBBA website in the near future.
We look forward to seeing you there!
National Hunting & Fishing Day
By Angel Prouty #4522
The 42nd Annual Hunting & Fishing Day Celebration was held on Saturday September 27, 2014 at Island Beach State Park. It
was a picture perfect fishing day for late September. Approximately 30 special needs children and their families attended. 35
NJBBA member volunteers assisted. Several fish were caught, lots of fun was had flying kites and playing in the sand. The famous Gourmet Beach Buggy hot dog beach lunch was served and was a big hit as usual.
Thank you to all NJBBA members who came out and assisted; this is a truly rewarding day and the smiles on the children’s and
adults faces really makes it fun. Next year’s event will be on Saturday September 26, 2015. Hope to see everyone out there
again!
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Welcome New NJBBA Members:
The following are new members who have joined since January or renewed.
We welcome you and hope to get to know you through your participation in our many programs and projects .
Gregory Panelas
5045
Allen Magie
5057
Fred Davis
5078
Barbara De Santis
Frank Branagan
Donald Graham
Christian J. Bertani
Hugo Arias
Luke Ferrone
5046
5047
5048
5049
5050
5051
Jason Hegarty
Tom Pane
Ed Doran
Tim Linkevich
Robert P. Mazur
Frank Baer
5058
5059
5060
5061
5062
5063
Steven Ginn
Rob Murray
Carl Reese
Stephen Di Carlo
Jose Estrada.
Gavin Lewis
5079
5080
5081
5082
5083
5084
Christopher Reid
Sandra Robertson
Michael Ginn
James McCaffery
Mario Dellefave
5052
5053
5054
5055
5056
Bob Urban
Thomas Polino
Anthony Sabatino
Joshua Sims
Bruce Raiffe
5064
5074
5075
5076
5077
Douglas Nelson
Cory Rellstab
Bill Haley
Jack Davidson
Michael Cammarata
5085
5086
5087
5088
5089
N.J.B.B.A Courtesy Patrol
We are at the end of 2014 and our NJBBA courtesy patrol has been working to keep the beaches safe and reporting any
infractions that happen on the beaches. It’s been a rough summer and I would like to thank the patrol for doing such a
good job as volunteers for the beaches, so far our hours are up to 2,921.5 hours the finally tally will be at the annual
meeting in Feb. I am still waiting for other courtesy patrol members to submit their hours for the year. Time is running
out I do need your hours to finalize the tally and for you to get your 3 points for being a courtesy patrol member. All of
these courtesy patrol hours go to NJDEP in Trenton and also to all superintendents and manages of the parks. It is
very important so they can see what we do as a volunteer organization.
Again, I would like to thank our courtesy patrol volunteer members for all they do.
Carole Harris #120
C P - Coordinator
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Veteran's Outings
by Doug Taylor #3641
This past Spring the NJBBA has continued a 10 year tradition of sponsoring two fishing trips for the Vets of the Veteran's Home in Vineland.
This took place with the help of the City of Stone Harbor and continued dedication of Ron Patten. This event was originally started by Swannie
Gay and Ron Patten
Swannie Gay, Beach Buggy Member # 4103. Swannie, a retired 17 year veteran of our Naval Forces was responsible for starting the NJBBA’s
take the Vets fishing program 10 years ago. She collected clothing for the 200+ vets at the home in Vineland and wanting to do more, she joined
with Ron Patten of the NJBBA to create the event which has become a twice a year event. Swannie loved fishing and was a caregiver to any
stray animals who were lucky enough to come her way. She leaves her three sons, Edward, John, and Michael, 10 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, and a special friend and companion Ron Patten. Ron with NJBBA honors her memory by carrying on her commitment to the Vets. We
are all thankful to Swannie for giving us the opportunity to "give back" to our courageous men and women. All who volunteer always leave with a
new respect for our vets and with a renewed commitment to continue the fishing events.
The first trip we are sorry to say was invaded by gnats, which made it impossible for the Vets to be exposed to because of health reasons.
However, the second trip was a huge success with a keeper size flounder being caught. For these four hours the vets have a chance to fish,
share comradery, and a chance for us to break bread with them. On behalf of the NJBBA, Thank You.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NJBBA SURF FISHING TEAM "A"
On Saturday 11/15/14 after the completion of the Hudson River Fishing Tournament held in Seaside Park, NJ. Team "A" took first place in this year’s 2014 ASAC's fishing tournaments. The dedicated members of the team consisted of Lynda & Kevin Greaves, Kurk Renart, Joe McGowen,
Ralph Delucca and Bolli Mam.
While this has been a very tough year for competitive surf fishing due to lack of fish and some
pretty lousy weather, especially on Saturdays, the end of the season has come to a close. NJBBA
Surf Fishing Team A was in the lead for most of the year despite all the good teams in ASAC.
Defending a title is not easy, the level of competition is very high every week and any top team on
any Saturday can take first place. On this circuit you cannot afford to coast as someone may clobber you if you are not on your game. Luckily the guys and girl who represent NJBBA are always up
for the task. As in a four team shootout on the last tournament, while we didn't win it, we scored
just enough points to finish 1st overall in ASAC for the 2014 season. YES we did a 3-peat!
I would like to congratulate my teammates, for capturing their third consecutive ASAC title. They are my friends on and off the beach and
also would like to thank the NJBBA for all its support throughout the year. It is truly an honor to represent such a fine organization. I would
also like to congratulate all the teams that make ASAC the premier fishing club in the surf fishing world.
We are going to enjoy being champs all winter yet can hardly wait for the new season to begin in the spring.
Kurt Renart a.k.a. Fish Bucket
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New Jersey Beach Buggy Calendar of Events:
All events are always up to date on our website…..NJBBA.org Please visit to take advantage of all we have to offer. Our commitment to keep beach access available to all is the goal of all our events. Questions? Contact Tim Burden #201-983-2300
January
23
Friday night at Tom’s River Elk’s—set up tables for NJBBA Fleamarket
January
24
NJBBA’s “Pete D’Alessio Memorial Fishing Flea Market
January
31
Snow fencing Install
OBA1, IBSP contact Tim Burden—[email protected]
February
8
Annual Winter Meeting
Browns Mills Fire House
February
21
Surf Day
Brookdale Comm. College Lincroft, NJ
February
28
Snow fencing Install
OBA1, IBSP contact Tim Burden—[email protected]
March
7
NJBBA Annual Banquet
La Bove Grande, Lakehurst, NJ
March
8
Berkeley Striper Club Flea Market
stop by and visit our table
March
15
IBSP Beach Driving Clinic
park office, rear meeting room
March
21
Holgate Beach Cleanup
Holgate, NJ
March
28
String Fence installation
Brigantine, NJ
April
11
Brigantine beach Driving Clinic
Brigantine, NJ contact Doug Taylor—[email protected]
April
25
Clean Ocean Action Day
meet@OBA1, Island Beach State Park
May
16
Ocean Fun Days
Island Beach State Park
May
17
Governors Cup
Island Beach State Park
June
7
!8th Annual Barnegat Bay Festival
1 Wanamaker Complex, Island Heights, NJ
Take the Vets Fishing
81st Street (bay side) Stone Harbor, NJ
June
(to be announced )
Tom’s River Elks
New Life Member
Carole Harris #120
Congratulations to Carole Harris on becoming a life member this year. Carole
is the first women in NJBBA to earn a 6 star jacket on this our 60 th Year.
Carole became a member in 1979 and got involved in the clubs functions immediately, by volunteering at beach clean ups, snow fence projects and almost
every project/event the club sponsors. It wasn’t long after that, she became
chairperson for the National Hunting and Fishing Day which she did for 10
years from 2001-2011. When the club needed people for the NJBBA Fishing
Team, she was right there. Carole goes to most of the shows where we set up
displays. As part of the Clothing Committee helps sell our wares, talks to people about NJBBA and over the years has helped
many people become members. She can be found at the club sponsored Children’s Tournament in the morning signing children in, helping with our hospitality, cooking and serving the famous Beach Buggy lunch. Carole became the
coordinator of the Courtesy Patrol keeping tally of the patrol hours, also keeping tally of the volunteer hours of NJBBA work projects. The logs of volunteer
hours are then sent to the NJDEP and State Parks. During the work projects
she is on hand helping make hot coffee, serving donuts and lunch on those
cold days. During Carole’s 10 Years on the NJBBA Board of Directors, besides heading the Courtesy Patrol for 5 years, Carole is also our Sunshine
Person, always making sure a get well card, sympathy card or congratulatory
card is sent. We are proud of Carole Harris and congratulate her on earning a
well deserved 6 star jacket and becoming a life member!
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NJBBA CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES
ITEM
SIZE
QTY PRICE
TOTAL
ITEM
S-M-L-XL
XXL-XXXL
Maroon
$10.00
Embroidered (beige)
$15.00
Embroidered w/Neck Flap
$20.00
Sweatshirts - Zipper
Hooded
Knit
$10.00
Maroon
White (w/American Flag)
$10.00
Gray
Adult Tee Shirts (Logo
on front/back)
Gray
Maroon-Long Sleeve w/
pocket
Gray-Long Sleeve w/
pocket
QTY PRICE TOTAL
Sweatshirts - Hooded
Pullover
Hats (one size fits all)
Maroon
SIZE
Gray
L-XL XXLXXXL
M-L-XL
XXL-XXXL
$22.00
$27.00
$27.00
Sweatpants
S-M-L-XL
XXL-XXXL
$12.00
Maroon or Gray
M-L-XL
XXL
M-L-XL XXL
-XXXL
$12.00
Maroon or Gray
M-L-XL XXL
-XXXL
$17.00
M-L-XL XXL
-XXXL
$17.00
Tote bags (Green)
$7.00
$17.00
Coozies (can Huggies)
$2.00
Reel Jackets
$5.00
Decals
White Round - Maroon
Letters
$1.00
Oval - Black Letters
$1.00
XXXL
$18.00
$20.00
Sweatshirts - Crew Neck
S-M-L-XL
XXL-XXXL
S-M-L-XL
XXL-XXXL
Maroon
Gray
Lanyards w/Card Holder
Logo Pins - 1 1/2"
Diameter
$17.00
$3.00
$5.00
Sub Total:
Mail to:
NJBBA
Shipping Costs:
c/o Bill Macintosh
$0 to $50 is 20%
409 Trenton Avenue
$51 to $100 is 10%
Bayville, NJ 08721
over $100 is Free
YOUR NAME AND MAILING ADDRESS:
Total Purchase:
Name:
Address:
MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO NJBBA"
City:
State, Zip Code:
ORDERS MAY ALSO BE PLACED AT
Phone Number:
WWW.NJBBA.ORG USING PAYPAL
Email Address:
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Membership Booster Club
For each $10.00 donation you will have your name and expiration date listed in the
NJBBA newsletters and website for one year.
Make a $20.00 donation and have it listed for two years.
Make checks to:
NJBBA Membership Booster List
PO Box 511
Seaside Park, NJ. 08752
Att. Chairman Dave Paulick
Expired or expiring Boosters have a 30 day grace period. After that your listing will be removed.
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In Memory of Jo Llewellyn...
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In Memory of George Dellaporta
08/01/2023
In Memory of Paul O'Connell Sr....
02/04/2018
Pete D’Alessio...2/10/2025
Tom Pinto...2/10/2019
Tom Valentino...2/10/2014
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December 2014
By Dave Paulick
January 24, 2015 will be the date for restocking your fishing inventory. There will be 117 tables,
two rooms of new and used fishing equipment, custom plug makers and clothing with a new inventory of striper shirts. With eight foot isles, there is plenty of room to take your time and see
everything the vendors have to offer. The flea market has been growing every year with last
year’s being a big success. We saw an increase of fishermen, women and kids at the door, getting out of the house to visit with their favorite vendors and socialize with the fishing buddies.
Returning vendors and new vendors had a very good day selling their fishing equipment and
clothing.
This year’s market will be no exception, being held at Toms River Elks Lodge 1875. The elks will
be serving breakfast sandwiches and later lunch. Doors will be open from 8:00am till 1:00pm.
Very easy to get there, if you are travelling the Parkway take Exit 82 East, travel 2 miles east on
Route 37, turn right on Clifton Ave, four blocks down will be the Elks. Doors will be open from
8am till 1pm, with plenty of off road parking and only $3.00 admission with kids under 12 FREE.
The Elk’s kitchen will be opened for coffee and breakfast sandwiches. If you would like a table or
more information contact: Dave Paulick at 609-290-6480 or [email protected]. Here is a list
of 2014 Vendors (with most returning) and some new faces:
Grumpy's Tackle
Alex's Bait & Tackle
Giglio's Bait and Tackle
Snyder's Custom Lures
Pennsauken Surf Club
Jernet Enterprises
Chumbucket
Lures 4U
Rolling Tackle Box
Frascella & Luther Tackle
Cling Graphics
Ron Muccie's Glitter Plugs
John Lagrosa Tackle
East Coast Reels
Allan Becofsky
New Jersey Beach Buggy
Ed Rieger
Betty & Nicks Bait & Tackle
Fishermen's Headquarters
Jersey Tackle
Dynes's Fishing Tackle
Outfitter’s Choise
Angry Fish
Fishermen's Source
Jetty Ghost Tackle
Suzie Q's Clothing
Blade Trader 2U
Shadman Tackle
The Sinkerman Tackle
JK's Rods-n-Rigs
Predator Sport Fishing
One Nore Cast
AOK Taclke
Hooked on Bucktails
Murphy's Hook House
Evobaskets (NEW)
Cape May Tackle
Rita's Hats and Stuff
Almost Graphics
Bogdan's Rods & Reels
Reel Time Designs
Tackle U S
Norester Tackle
Twin Forks Traps
Poor Man’s Bait & Tackle
Get Hooked on Butch’s Tackle(NEW)
Gear Up Surfcasting
Tin Man Tackle
Don Marantz Tackle
Skate studio
December 2014
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IN MEMORY
Sunshine Committee
Our sympathy goes out to the families of
members that have passed on. May your
love ones rest in peace.
PAST PRESIDENT - ERIC D. PAULSON
It is with profound sorrow to report our Past President, Eric D. Paulson (#1665) passed away last spring at his residence in Sweetwater,
Texas. Eric joined the NJBBA in 1996. He become a Director in 2004
and rose to become President in 2008 and a Life Member in 2009.
Eric was then made Chairman of the Board of Trustees from 20092013. During his tenure as a Board member, Eric actively participated in all of the NJBBA events until his
relocation to Texas in 2009. As President, he
worked on numerous issues with ASAC
President Jim Jefferys. Eric paved the way
for the NJBBA's involvement with the New Jersey Outdoor Alliance Conservation Foundation, which led to NJBBA becoming a charter member of
the NJOACF. Eric was born on March 24,1958 in Rockville Center, New
York to Herbert J. and Mildred (Olson) Paulson. He worked as a supervisor for National Gypsum Co. in Rotan. He is survived by his mother, Mildred H. Paulson of
Breingsville,
Pennsylvania;
three
children,
Eric D. Paulson of
Riegelsville, Pennsylvania, Bryan J.
Paulson of Hellertown, Pennsylvania and
Molly K. Paulson of Riegelsville, Pennsylvania; and one granddaughter, Delaney.
He was preceded in death by his father,
Herbert J. Paulson.
December 2014
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My Friend Pete
By Bob Lick, NJBBA Life Member
My friend Paul “Pete” McLain is gone, but won’t be forgotten. This fine man left big
footprints during his walk through life. His personality and boundless enthusiasm
for all things outdoors, and especially Island Beach State Park, was infectious.
I first met Pete during my early years as President of the New Jersey Beach
Buggy Association (NJBBA). At that time Pete was Deputy Director of New Jersey
Division of Fish & Game. Each of us has probably met someone where there is an
instant likeability. Well, Pete was such a person for me.
The Endangered Species Act had been recently passed in Washington, and New Jersey was developing
their version. Pete was chosen to head it up. Pete jumped in with his normal, for him, enthusiasm. The
osprey and piping plover were the initial species to be targeted for population protection and expected
numbers increase. Where better to do this work than the environment of Pete’s beloved Island Beach?
One day while I was in the Fish & Game Offices it took Pete only seconds to have me convinced NJBBA
just had to get involved in “his” program. His enthusiasm would do that to you. In short order NJBBA had
purchased and posted signage and roped areas on the beach to warn Park patrons to stay clear of nesting plovers, and assisted in erecting artificial osprey nesting towers. If I remember correctly, Maryland
was where Pete went to obtain osprey eggs. He brought them to Island Beach and placed them in the
nests to be incubated naturally by the resident ospreys. Pete’s passion and leadership resulted in a significant increase in the numbers of several species in New Jersey.
It was January 1, 1979 when I phoned simply to wish Pete and Ann a Happy New Year. During our conversation I mentioned to Pete that I recently watched a TV show about tarpon and snook fishing in Costa
Rica and how I’d love to do that someday. Without hesitation Pete exclaimed he was in the process of
putting a trip together for the fall and invited me to join. Needless to say I went, and it was one of the
most glorious and enjoyable weeks of my life. Again, Pete’s endless enthusiasm for everything insured a
successful trip. One morning I waded out to a sandbar and was casting to rolling tarpon when I heard
someone hollering. I turned around to see Pete waving his arms which I thought was just his enthusiastic
“good morning.” But, as he continued, I waded back to the beach where he was still waving his arms.
When I approached he hollered: “Didn’t you see the shark?” Apparently a big shark was cruising the
slough I waded through to get to and from the outer bar. We often retold that story.
Many people would call Pete an environmentalist. On several occasions Pete and I would sit on the
beach in my camper discussing how and why some extremists in the environmental community would
deny people recreational access to our public lands. That pushed Pete’s “hot button” because he was a
person that firmly believed people should be able to enjoy the outdoors and wildlife. Pete was a sportsman/conservationist from the old school and not one of today’s elite anti-access environmentalists.
It wasn’t until later in our friendship that I learned that Pete was a B-17 pilot during WWII. I discovered he
flew 35 missions over Europe. We never had lengthy conversations
about his experiences, as reluctance to speak about their service is typical of many WWII veterans. Suffice it to say that after learning of Pete’s
service I was no longer just happy to know him, but honored as well.
I thank Pete for making my life better being my friend, and for being
such a great friend to NJBBA.
I hope Pete has a wonderful dog with lots of flushing birds forever.
December 2014
“SAND HOPPER” My first beach buggy (Cont.)
By Bob Lick, NJBBA #3
In my previous NJBBA Newsletter article I had just purchased my first beach buggy christened Sand Hopper, a 1930 Model A Ford. I’ll continue
now by relating a very memorable event that occurred while I was using Sand Hopper. This story was first published years ago, but I thought I’d
offer it again for newer members. I call the occasion Roll Out the Barrel. It goes like this:
“I don’t like fishing, it’s too boring.” Anyone who has fished for any length of time has probably heard that statement more than once. Dad first
took me surf fishing in the 1940s and I can honestly say that I have never been bored. Even on many trips without fish, a beautiful sunrise or
sunset, a dark night filled with shooting stars, or time spent with friends always made a fishing trip worthwhile.
I’d like to tell you about one trip without fish, which has remained a fond memory. It was in September 1960. Hurricane Donna had swept up the
coast and I thought the fish would really be on the feed after the storm. Several days after Donna had passed, I arrived at New Jersey’s Island
Beach State Park, and it didn’t take long to realize the storm had been much bigger than expected. As Sand Hopper chugged its way onto the
beach, there were still huge waves breaking and rolling up onto the flat beach.
I have learned a few facts about Hurricane Donna since my 1960 trip. Donna has the unusual distinction of being the only hurricane of the 20th
century to affect the entire east coast from south Florida to Maine. In Florida, Donna was a Category 4 hurricane with wind gusts up to 175 mph.
It remained a Category 2 as it paralleled the East Coast. Block Island, Rhode Island reported winds of 130 mph. Fifty people died in the U.S. as a
result of Donna, with 50 million people being impacted.
After checking out Island Beach, I thought I might find a spot to fish in Ortley. As I drove onto the beach at Ortley I could see a large group of
people gathered to the north. Curious, I headed up their way. Once nearer I could see the center of attention was a huge wooden barrel or cask.
Stopping close by, I could see the top of the barrel had been smashed in and people were dipping in pots and pans. Even though I had only been
of legal drinking age for two years, the smell of the liquid they were dipping out told me that it was a type of spirits. From the expressions and
glaring eyes sent my way, it was clear these folks didn’t need my assistance, nor did they want me around. I departed without ever getting out of
my buggy.
I spent the night in Seaside Park at Mrs. Bearhope’s rooming house, for the usual $2.00 per night charge. The next morning I pulled onto the
beach just as dawn was breaking. I entered at the old buggy entrance at 111 Coast Guard Station, which is now where the Park office is located.
Although still rough, the ocean had settled down considerably, giving me the feeling I might catch something today. Little did I know!
Heading south the beach was empty, except for one buggy. As I approached the buggy, I recognized it to be Frank Golembeski’s Jeep station
wagon. Frank was one of several tackle dealers in Seaside Park at the time. He was standing in the wash without a rod and we exchanged
waves as I passed. About a half mile further on, lying at the water’s edge, I came upon an 8 foot pram boat, the type often seen towed by sailboats, or hanging on davits at the stern of yachts. The pram was in perfect condition and even had a bow line that I promptly attached to the
Sand Hopper’s rear bumper. I then towed it between a cut in the dune line and hid it behind a
dune. I had no way of getting the pram home as I had driven to Seaside Park in my four door sedan. I remembered my long time friend, the late John “Ironman” Pinos, was supposed to be on the
beach that day, and he had “Zong,” a Jeep panel wagon with rear opening doors that would accommodate the pram. Intending to look for Ironman, I returned to the beach through the same cut I
had entered. I glanced north prior to turning south, and saw Golembeski out in the surf straining
with something big. Remembering the prior days experience in Ortley, I quickly turned
north. Sure enough, there was
Frank attempting to wrestle a
huge barrel ashore. I stopped
and offered my assistance,
which was eagerly accepted.
Well, that’s when the fun started. After attempting to tow the barrel ashore
using Frank’s Jeep and breaking two tow lines in the process, we tied the
lines together for increased length, and wrapped one end around the tumbling
barrel and secured the other to Frank’s Jeep bumper. I poured a couple of
cups of coffee as we decided to investigate at low tide, when the barrel would
be high and dry.
Over coffee we quickly realized we had no way of getting into the barrel, or
removing or storing the contents. By this time a couple of other guys had
arrived on the scene. Of course they wanted to get in on the find also, so they
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were dispatched to Seaside Park for a brace, bit, and siphon hose. They were also instructed, by Frank, to go to Art’s Bar and get as many
empty clean aluminum beer kegs as possible.
While we waited, I told Frank of my pram find and the need to find Ironman for transport.
Agreeing it was several hours before we could access the barrel, I once again headed south
to find Ironman. As I drove I started to notice bottles and jars that had washed ashore. It
became apparent there were hundreds of them, and I began picking up the ones that had
stoppers or lids. After a short while, I had about a hundred containers of many descriptions.
Arriving at the end of the road I took advantage of the fresh water pump that was located
there to clean all the containers. I located Ironman at the inlet and told him of the finds. He
eagerly followed me north to join the fun. I clearly remember, as if it were yesterday, bouncing along with Sand Hopper filled with glass containers. It sounded as if I was driving a fine
china closet up the beach.
When we arrived back at Frank’s location, there were only a few inches of water around the
barrel. Shortly the fellows on the mission to town returned, with many other “interested
folks”. A hole was bored in the barrel top and the siphoning began. While siphoning we read
the information stenciled to the top of the barrel, which stated that it contained 252 gallons of uncut, 131 proof brandy from Italy, with a weight of
1952 pounds.
It took many hours to empty the barrel. I laugh today as I remember one fellow always wanting to be the one to start the siphoning. He hung
tough for a long time, but did end up face down in the sand.
I took home many, many containers of uncut brandy in addition to the boat. Most people found the brandy too potent to drink straight, but many
fellow fishermen at Island Beach and Montauk enjoyed a drop or two in their hot coffee, on a cold night, for a long time.
Where did the barrels come from? To this day, I don’t know. Newspaper articles from the time report as many as a dozen barrels found over a
period of several days, from Asbury Park to Island Beach. They all provided the finders a beach party similar to ours, until the third day when the
police got involved. The barrels were of various sizes and contents. The barrel I shared in was one of the largest, with a small 50 gallon barrel of
Martinique rum also found. Some people speculate the barrels washed off a New York dock during Donna. Others say it was ship’s deck cargo
that broke loose during the storm. Wherever it came from, it provided a fun filled day, a fun story to tell, and a memorable fishing trip.
I was told that, the day after our find, a helicopter crew found a barrel floating off Seaside. The Seaside Coast Guard Station dispatched their
amphibious duck to retrieve the barrel. Those old ducks had very little freeboard so the crew easily rolled the barrel onto the deck. But, when the
duck is on land the deck is 6-7 feet high. It is reported that while the duck was traveling down a Seaside street the barrel fell off and sheared a
power pole. A tow truck transported it the rest of the way.
Fishing boring? No way!!!!!!
To be continued...
WE HAVE CAME A LONG WAY
Paul Harris #239
The New Jersey Beach Buggy Association has come a long way since September of 1953 when a group of
64 people signed a paper passed around by Jeff Paul to form an organization to persevere the rights of
beach buggy owners. As the membership grew, they achieved even more, becoming stewards of the
beach and fighting for beach access. Planning and carrying out projects such as beach clean-ups, planting
dune grass, putting up snow fence and in keeping with the beach buggies (Mobile Sport Fishing Vehicles).
Supporting and becoming affiliated with many fishing clubs and other beach buggy organizations up and down the coast to promote surf fishing and insure beach access for everyone. Attend meetings, including those with the NJDEP to persevere beach
access. Other functions include taking challenged children fishing, disabled vets fishing days and having an ASAC fishing tournament every year to name a few. NJBBA and many of our members and officers have received numerous awards from the
NJDEP and others including Jersey Coast Anglers, and NJ Clean Ocean Action. We played a big role in the task of restoring
the beach after the Sandy storm and helped to get Island Beach State Park opened in a timely manner. Others include the ability to apply for a trails grant from the state and upon receiving it, preserve the beach and trails at IBSP. To have volunteer members of NJBBA log thousands of hours each year to the state making us the largest volunteer organization and that in turn
makes NJBBA well recognized in Trenton.
So in 60 years, NJBBA has come a long way with over 1400 members scattered throughout the country.
Get Involved! Stay Involved!
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Congratulations to Ray Bukowski and Island Beach
State Park on receiving the Community Partner Award
from The Family Resource Network this past October.
Chris Follmer receives the Governor’s Cup from Lieutenant Governor Kim Guadagno at IBSP. Pictured Left-right:
John Toth of the JCAA; John Rogalo of the NJFSFC; Tim
Burden of the NJBBA and Dave Chanda, Director of the
NJ Division of Fish & Wildlife.
Accepting the first NJWCC Award at the confer- NJJBA Judge Fred with 2nd
ence luncheon is NJBBA Delegate Vince Coch- place Mike Smith
rane. All of the NJBBA Officers were at another
event, doing what they do best, helping at their
Annual Disabled Veterans Fishing Trip in Stone
Harbor. Tim & Kathy Burden, Paul & Carole Harris, Angel Prouty, and Vince Cochrane attended
the dinner that night and reenacted the award
presentation. Unfortunately, Director David
Chanda wasn't available for the nighttime reenactment. Pictured left to right is Conserve Wildlife
Foundation NJ Executive Director David Wheeler,
NJ State Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs President Pola Galie holding the prestigious award,
NJBBA's Delegate Vince Cochrane, and NJ DEP
Fish and Wildlife Director David Chanda.
NJBBA's Delegate Vince Cochrane covered various seminars and manned our table at the 2nd
Annual NJ Wildlife & Conservation Conference.
President Tim Burden and Past President/Chairman of the Board of Trustees
Paul Harris with Director's Conservation Award. We thank our NJBBA volunteer members that worked at all of the projects that made this award possible. It is a culmination of NJBBA efforts over the past decade and this honor
is shared with all of the volunteer members that come out every time you are
asked to help, whether it was to do a beach clean up, to put up snow fence,
to take kids or Vets fishing, to teach people to drive on the beach, to teach
fishing to people that never fished before, going to meetings to keep beach
access open so everyone can have beach access to our beaches, to install
fencing to protect wildlife and the list can go on and on! These are some of
the things that make NJBBA a recognized and respected association not only
here in NJ, but, also up and down the eastern coast. And THANK YOU Conserve Wildlife Foundation of NJ, the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife, and the
NJ State Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs for honoring the NJBBA with the
first Director's Conservation Award. We look forward to many more decades
of partnership, fulfilling our combined goals, and getting the job done!
Kudos to every NJBBA member that got involved over the years, your involvement made a difference
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IT’S ALL ABOUT ACCESS
NJBBA is proud to announce 12 OLLEEZ Beach Wheelchairs will be purchased at a
cost of $1,125 for IBSP
through the Governor’s
Surf Fishing Tournament,
Sponsors’ and the other
organizations listed to
the right .The wheelchairs have a 250 lb.
capacity; wheels are non
-corrosive and will not puncture. The balloon wheels will roll over
sand, dirt, snow, rocks, etc.; with swivel casters in back for easy
steering. Several have already been delivered and have been put
to good use. Check out the pictures from National Hunting Fishing
Day to see them in action.
By Doug Taylor #3641
Beach Driving Clinic
This past year the NJBBA has been able to sponsor two clinics on Beach Driving. As in the past we were able
to hold one at Island Beach State Park, and a new clinic was added at Brigantine. Both classes were filled to
capacity and were well received. IBSP Beach Driving Clinic will be held on March 15 and Brigantine’s will be
held on April 11. Please contact Doug Taylor—[email protected] for Brigantine’s Beach Driving Clinic.
Great Fall Classic
This past year NJBBA has continued the tradition of the 36th Annual Great Fall Classic. Despite the bad weather the tournament was considered a success. For the first time, we had to discontinue the extended overnight singles part of the tournament
due falling participation. The results of the tournament may be found on our web site (http://www.njbba.org/club-asac.html). We
are again looking forward to the 2015 Tournament, so mark your calendar for the Month of October for the next Great Fall Classic.
President's Cup
This past November 2nd, NJBBA again sponsored the President's Cup for the members of NJBBA. Though the wind was blowing up to 40mph the event was held with 12 sign ins at Island Beach State Park, 1 at Corson’s Inlet and 1 at Brigantine. Sorry to
say there were no fish caught. To those that braved the elements, hope to see you next year under better weather conditions.
Trail Grant
This past year the NJBBA was awarded a $23,000.00 Trails Grant. This grant will be used for improvements at Island Beach State
Park. and Corson’s Inlet State Park. The materials are being purchased. A call will be going out to our membership for volunteers to
help in the placement of these materials for trail improvements. Please watch our Facebook, website and your e-mails for the dates.
December 2014
NJBBA Website Trading Post
For more information go to the website http://www.njbba.org/
membership-trading.html If you would like to post your fishing
related or camper items. It’s free to members in good standing.
Contact Dave Paulick at [email protected]
8 Rod Cooler Rack, Cooler and Cargo Rack….$200
Vintage NJBBA Pins….make offer
Futura APll Truck Tires….$100 or BO
16' Aluminum Lund 2012….$6900
Cooler rack 6 rods plus 2 rocket launchers….$175
Bucket of Golf Balls new & used $30 (200 Approx.)
Left Hand Foremost Tour Series Golf Club….$75
Diawa Laguna 5500 Spinning Reel….$75
Calcutta Neoprene Stocking Foot Waders size 10….$75
Portable Tree Stand with Locking Chain….$50
Hunting Blind 50"X50"….$75
Left Hand Adult Golden Eagle Bow with Quiver & Sights $75
Engine Mounted Air Compressor….$400
Ford F250 Rims and Tires….$200
Camper Fishing Rod Carriers (straight)….$75
Camper Fishing Rod Carriers (angled)…$75
3 Sets of Rod Pro fishing Rod Carriers for
Inside Campers SUv’s or Truck Caps…prices on web
Two “Silver–Top” Alum. Bumpers for Truck or Camper…prices on
web
Heavy Duty Cart…call for price
Sail Roll Mechanic’s Tool Box…$125
Battery Charge and Booster…$70
These plates are available for sale from
the Membership Secretary. They are
$10.00 each. You MUST be a "Senior,
Sustaining, or Life Member" to own
one. To order, please contact Ken
Hollins #23 at: [email protected] or
848-333-4707
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Everyone that attended Volunteers Day Off Fishing Contest
had fun despite the freezing
temps and lack of fish. Special
Thanks go to Carole Izatt Harris, Angel Lempa Prouty, and
Sherry McAllister for making
delicious chili, kielbasa, and
having other treats for us to eat.
Besides the hot food, the fire pit
masters Paul Harris, Francine
Alfonso Cutter, Scotty Vee, &
Vince Cochrane worked the pit
to keep people warm.
“Mike on Fishing” Radio Show - 1400AM WOND
IBSP 2014 summer program
Beginners Surf Fishing Clinic
IGFA Jr angler fishing clinic held in August with the Big Brothers & Sisters of Ocean
County. Paul Harris has everyone's attention as he presents some safety tips when surf
fishing on the beach. Tim Burden replied ”I know there's a fish waiting to bite the special
bait, please hold this pole while I go help another youngster". The hand off of the rod
went well as she felt rod tip movement and reeled it in her only fish of the day, caught on
the next to last drift, and it was the biggest fluke over the rails!!! Plus, it was tagged and
released for another angler to catch it! -----<:)}}}}}><(
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