Print versions are available at coastal sport shops and license agents. Out-of-state residents can request a print copy by e-mailing njfishandwildlife@dep.state.nj.us.

Please note that the Marine DIGEST is published in May and the regulations contained in it are accurate at the time of publication. However, there are often regulations changes that occur after publication. For the latest and most up-to-date information on current or pending salt water regulations, visit the Regulations page.

Subscribers to the Marine Fisheries and Shellfish E-mail Lists receive notification of rule and regulations changes or proposed changes. Readers can also call the 24/7 Marine Fisheries "listen-only" regulations line for current regulations at 609-292-2083. Bureau of Marine Fisheries staff can be contacted at 609-748-2020 for further information.

Past issues of the Marine DIGEST are linked below.

Complete 2013 New Jersey Marine DIGEST (pdf, 9.3mb)

DIGEST SEGMENTS

Cover - 5 Contains: Cover; Table of Contents; E-mail Lists; Report Wildlife Violators/DEP Hotline and Federal Marine Fisheries Contacts; Director's Message; About This Guide; Free Fishing Days; Anti-discrimination Notice; Fish and Wildlife Councils; Mission Statement; and advertisements. (pdf, 1.3mb)

Pages 6 - 11 Contains: Atlantic Sturgeon - Endangered Species (article); Governor's Surf Fishing Tournament; and advertisements. (pdf, 1.0mb)

Pages 12 - 21 (except 16-17) Contains: Marine Regulations; Saltwater Recreational Registry Program; Mollusks/Crustaceans Regulations; NJ State Seasons, Minimum Size and Possession Limits Chart; Law and Regulation Information Contacts; Federal Minimum Size, Possession Limits and Seasons Chart; Shellfish and Crab Pot License Information; Chesapeake-Style Crab Pot Terrapin Excluders and Biodegradable Panels Information; Shellfish and Non-Commercial Crab Pot License Information and Agents; and advertisements. (pdf, 725kb)

Pages 16 - 17 Contains: Marine Species Identification Illustrations (pdf, 1.0mb)

Pages 22 - 30 Contains: Shellfish Enhancement in Barnegat Bay (article); Skillful Angler Awards Program; State Record Marine Fish; The Black Sea Bass Recreational Fishery: A Management Dilemma (article); Fish Smart, Eat Smart; NJ WILD Outdoor Expo; Accessible Fishing Sites; Use Pumpouts; State Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs; Operation Game Thief; and advertisements. (pdf, 2.2mb) Motor Boat Registration/Title and Operator Requirements;

Pages 31 - 34 Contains: Angler's Showplace Advertisements; Publications Available; Telephone Directory; and advertisements. (pdf, 3.5mb)

Related Pages:
2013 Marine Recreational Fishing Regulations Summary Sheet - Updated 8/29/13 (pdf, 1.3mb)

Digest Advertising
The Division of Fish and Wildlife incorporates advertising in each issue of the New Jersey Fish and Wildlife Digest to defray publishing and printing costs. This responsible use of funding permits the Division to expand communication and outreach efforts with the sportsmen and women who enjoy our wildlife resources.

To advertise in upcoming issues of the Digest (freshwater fishing, marine or hunting), contact J.F.Girffin Publishing at 413-884-1001 ext. 2.

Past Issues