Earl naval base pier access, etc

[cardoc765]

Does anyone know anything about being able to fish the Naval Pier during certain days of the year? I heard it's possible to do so.

[bababooey]

Do you know anyone who is stationed at that pier, cardoc? Or if they are active service, I think you can get on as their guest. There are quite a few forms to fill out though, they screen pretty thoroughly.
If that doesn't work, they have the tackle the pier tournament at least once a year, where any civilian can get on for a day. Here is the link--
http://stripersandanglers.com/Forum/showthread.php?t=1545

The tackle the pier link doesn't work anymore, but here is the phone # they listed.
Further information on Tackle the Pier II: 732-866-2448

[captnemo]

Heads up the access is further restricted.
http://www.app.com/story/sports/outdoors/fishing/hook-line-and-sinker/2017/03/23/veteran-says-fishing-rule-navy-pier-excludes-vets/99536786/

[cowherder]

I say it's despicable that they put veterans in different categories. If you served your country that should be enough.