The Easter holiday usually kicks off the season and that's when the part boats start. into full swing. A 3 way swivel with a sinker and a 6 to 8 inch leader works well. You have to be right on the wreck or in the rocks or you won't catch. Best fished from a boat Best Places Any natural or artificial reef is a good spot. Any rock pile in the ocean or bay is likely to hold fish at one time of the year or another.
Tips Make sure to bring plenty of rigs.
You'll need them since you'll be fishing in areas full of snags. Use a pole with a strong tip so you can get a good fast hook set. Some people like to tie the sinker on with lighter weight mono then the line your fishing with. If the sinker gets snagged it can break free and allow you to save the rest of the rig. Striped Bass Stripers are on a come back in NJ thanks to the conservation measures taking place in the 80's .