The Bureau of Marine Fisheries conducts the Recreational Saltwater Angler Survey to collect information on certain recreationally important marine finfish species. Below are FAQs pertaining to the survey:
Q. How can I report my catch and or harvest?
A. Anglers can Report Online, or
Print a log sheet (pdf, 115kb) and then either mail or e-mail us (see footnote on log sheet for address and e-mail address). Our log form will be updated from time to time, so please check to make sure you are using the most recent version.
Q. Should I report Striped Bass bonus fish on this log?
A. No - please report bonus fish using the Online Striped Bass Logbook until we combine all reporting into one form.
Q. How do I complete a paper log form?
A. Information should be entered in all applicable fields. See the examples below:
Example of a completed log sheet where no fish were caught (pdf, 85kb)
Example of a completed log sheet where catch is one or more (pdf, 190kb)
For questions or assistance please e-mail njfishandwildlife@dep.nj.gov.