Berkeley Striper Club (BSC)

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The Berkeley Striper Club has been around for a quite a few years, since 1966, and is passionate about fishing, protecting our precious fishing resources, keeping beach access to IBSP open, and giving back to the community.

They are great folks to get to know. Anyone who fishes regularly in Ocean County NJ, or IBSP, should definitely check out their website:

http://www.berkeleystriperclub.org/

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Here's a little info about them:

Welcome to the Berkeley Striper Club Web Site. Established in 1966, the Berkeley Striper Club is one of the largest and most active surf-fishing clubs in New Jersey. We have 180 members, some of whom are among the best fishermen in New Jersey. Our members have one common thread - the fanatic pursuit of Striped Bass. Whether you fish from the beach, jetty, or a boat, the Berkeley Striper Club is for you.

The Berkeley Striper Club's objective is to promote and protect recreational fishing interests, while safeguarding our natural resources. The Berkeley Striper Club accomplishes this by being active members in the following organizations: Jersey Coast Angler's Association, Association of Surf-Fishing Clubs, and Friends of Island Beach. In addition, many of our members belong to the N.J. Beach Buggy Association, which promotes mobile beach access for fishermen.
The Berkeley Striper takes pride in giving back to our community. Each spring the club sponsors a Fisherman's Flea Market in which a portion of the proceeds go to several area charities.

This is a list of events that the Berkeley Striper Club sponsors: Annual Members Awards Yearly Picnic Awards Banquet Tagging Program Multi-Club Tournaments Guest Speakers Yearly Montauk Trip Fishing Flea Market Fall Fishing Derby BSC Spring Tournament

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Berkeley Striper Club Spring Tournament 5/30-- 6/8/08

The Berkeley Striper Club’s 5th Annual Spring Tournament will be held from 5/30 – 6/8. There will be over $6500. in prizes which includes cash and merchandise.

The tournament is for fishing from the shore only and the boundaries include all Ocean and MonmouthCounty waters that are open to the public.

There will be prizes awarded for the twelve largest striped bass, the twelve largest bluefish and the two largest weakfish.

The entrance fee is only $25. per person and those interested have until 9Pm on 5/30 to enter.

The tournament also features several optional calcuttas/pools. Those interested may register by mail by obtaining an application via www.berkeleystriperclub.org or by contacting the club’s tournament director, Paul Haertel at (973) 943-8201.

Those wishing to enter in person may do so at Bahr’s Landing, Barnegat Light B&T, Betty and Nick’s, the Dock Outfitters, Fisherman’s Headquarters, Fishermen’s Supply Company, Grumpys, Jersey Joe’s, L&H Woods and Water (Waretown), The Reel Seat, Scott’s, Surf City and Surf Side Bait and Tackle stores.

All profits will go to the club’s “Striped Bass Defense Fund”. In the past the primary beneficiary has been Stripers Forever, the internet group seeking to make striped bass a no sale or game fish along the entire east coast. Thus over $5000. to their organization. Lesser amounts have been donated to other organizations as well.

Berkeley Striper Club Spring Fishing Tournament Application
5/30/08 – 6/8/08


I understand that in conjunction with engaging in the tournament, I could experience
certain hazards and be involved in certain risks. I further recognize that it would be
impractical as well as well as unfair for the Berkeley Striper Club, its officers, directors,
and committee members and/or any and all persons directly or indirectly involved in or
connected with the Tournament to be liable or responsible in any way for my safety. I
hereby release, hold harmless and forever discharge the Tournament and its officers,
directors and committee members from any liability and/or libel, loss, damage, harm,
injury or death suffered by me which may occur during the Tournament. I understand
this includes any claims based upon any negligent act or omission.
I understand that I enter the Tournament at my own risk and hereby assume all risks,
which may be involved in participating in the Tournament, particularly hazards due to
weather conditions, and I fully understand that anytime during my participation, I may
elect not to participate when I think the weather or any hazards are too great.
I hereby agree to the terms and conditions of this general release and agree to abide by
the rules and regulations prescribed for competition in the Berkeley Striper Club’s
Tournament and affix my signature hereto. Parent must sign for entrants under 18 years
old.
Name ___________________________________Age__________
Signature ________________________________ Date _________
Address ______________________________________________
City/State________________________________Zip__________ _
Phone Number_________________________________________
E-mail______________________________________________ __
Check Applicable Tournament Options:
□ Tournament Entrance Fee $25
Optional:
□ Big Gun’s Striped Bass Pool (Calcutta) $50.
(75% to winner 25% to Stripers Forever)
□ Striped Bass Pool (Calcutta) $20.
(75% to winner 25% Stripers Forever)
□ Bluefish Pool (Calcutta) $20.
(75% to winner 25% to Stripers Forever)
□ Weakfish Pool (Calcutta) $20.
(75% to winner 25% to Stripers Forever)
□ Enter All Pools – save $10. on entrance fee - Total $125.
Total Entry Fee Enclosed $________ (For mail in entries make
check payable to the Berkeley Striper Club, C/O Tournament
Director, 160 Doherty Drive, Clifton N.J. 07013)
Entrants will be mailed a copy of the tournament pamphlet.

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Here's the latest tournament sponsored by the BSC, folks:

HOOKED ON FISHING NOT ON DRUGS®
Surf Fishing Tournament

Saturday August 9th, 2008
Ages 5-17

Registration at Sunset Park in Harvey Cedars
8:00 to 9:00 A.M.

* FREE T-SHIRTS TO THE 1st 200 CHILDREN TO REGISTER *

Activities run from 9:00 to 2:00
Educational Booths on Fishing, Casting, Knot Tying and Drug Awareness

FREE LUNCH, BAIT, GIFT BAGS AND DOOR PRIZES
* AWARDS PRESENTED TO THE WINNERS *

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times

BRING A SURF FISHING ROD IF YOU HAVE ONE
Only a Limited Number of Loaner Rods will be Available

Presented by
The Borough of Harvey Cedars
LBI Municipal Alliance
LBI Fishing Club
ASAC for Kids
PBA #175 PBA #373
D.A.R.E.

For Questions/Information
Call John Castrati @ 856-220-2082 (Evenings or Leave Msg)