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Shep On Fishing: Ocean temps dipping into 50s, but offshore action remains excellent

Published: Jul 22, 2008

The weather gets hot, and the water along the coast gets cold.

That's a rare combination for mid-July.

Despite the contrast in conditions that caused thick fog along the beaches, fishing stayed pretty much constant. The water temps dropped down to the mid-50s in some areas.

Offshore fishing is excellent. The Elephant Trunk and Lobster Claw join the list that includes 19-Fathom Lump, Massey Canyon, Hot Dog and Hambone for big-game fish. Generally, it's been yellowfin tuna farther offshore and bluefin tuna in closer. More

Jul 15, 2008

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Jul 12, 2008

• Shep on Fishing: Big game fishermen head offshore for blues and mahi

The offshore set is geared up for big-game fishing. From various reports, it appears captains are thinking Massey Canyon, 19-Fathom Lump, the Hambone and Poor Man's.

Jul 08, 2008

• Flounder action remains constant

Flounder fishing has not changed much over the past couple of weeks.

Jul 05, 2008

• Shep on Fishing: A strong reopening for Ventnor Fishing Pier

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Jul 01, 2008

• Shep on Fishing: Tuna, mahi lurking offshore; flounder filling back bays

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Jun 28, 2008

• Shep on Fishing: Spring Press Fishing Contest winners named

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Jun 24, 2008

• Shep on fishing: Weakfish run leading to big catches in Mullica River

The weakfish run in the Mullica River finally turned on, and the first catches indicate there are some big fish around.

Jun 24, 2008

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