Ropeless gear systems reduce line and/or time the line is in the water. We work wish fishermen to test ropeless alternatives that may help reduce harmful interactions with #marinemammals, #seaturtles, other protected species: bit.ly/3bgb8mV. #WhaleWeek #NEFSCScience

Ropeless Gear Reduces Large Whale Entanglement

Large whales, including humpbacks and the endangered North Atlantic right whale, can become entangled in lobster and gillnet gear. NOAA Fisheries has required many changes to the gear to reduce entanglements and the injuries and deaths that may result. While these regulations have reduced this risk, some remains.

NOAA Fisheries continues to work with the fishing industry and others to find solutions that will eliminate this risk. We have built relationships with fishermen, people who manufacture ropeless systems, and environmental organizations. We are working to further the development of safe and feasible fishing methods that do not use vertical lines in pot/trap and other fishing gears.

read more here https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/new-england-mid-atlantic/science-data/protected-species-gear-research

We had another great day whale watching.

Another great day whale watching. We saw 4 whales today two of them from a distance and two very active whales. Here are some photos from today’s trip.

On today’s whale watching trip, we went south out of the Belmar Marina down to the Manahawkin area looking for whales. We saw a large pod of dolphins along with a smaller pod there. On the way back, we saw a whale in Spring Lake that was feeding underwater. It came up and took a few looks at us, but it did not lunge at the bridge. Everyone on the trip was thrilled, it was a gorgeous day to be out on the ocean. The temperature was a perfect ~80 degrees, with a nice breeze.

The whale we observed today was about 1.5 miles off the beach in spring lake New Jersey

The next trip is Sunday, but we will also have trips on the 3rd, 4th, and 5th of July, all at 1:30 in the afternoon. Buy your tickets now; the capacity of the boats is limited, so don’t wait!

We are asking our customers to write reviews of there trip on Jersey Shore Whale Watch
We don’t have any reviews on TripAdvisor so that would be most helpful https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g46299-d20993459-Reviews-Jersey_Shore_Whale_Watch-Belmar_New_Jersey.html#REVIEWS
When you went how was the trip, what you saw and if the boat was clean, I hope we met all your expectations for a great ride in the ocean see true wild marine life where they live!
Thank you
Bill and crew of Jersey Shore Whale Watch.

I will write a better trip report but here are a few photos from todays whale watching trip, We went all the way up to Sandy Hook and then saw a whale off Sea Girt beach! about 2-3 miles off shore

Belmar Marina , you must buy tickets in advance walkons are not allowed get your whale watching tickets below or tickets at www.billmckim.com phone 732.451.6003

3 hour tour, yes we are severely limiting the capacity of the boat due to the NJ state restrictions for avoiding spreading Covid 19

Not sure what you put into words how much fun it was well watching yesterday but I will try. We left Belmar Marina I saw three whales within five minutes of being out of the river sure Krumper. The band wonderful whiners was fantastic and played the entire trip was really really nice. Asbury park jersey shore coastline in the background it was amazing to see rock ‘n’ roll Hall of Fame or Vinnie and his band love the trip on the water playing rock ‘n’ roll music and a gorgeous Sunday afternoon I look forward to doing this trip again next year we will do some other ones with other bands I think James said he’s working on Eddie Testa we’ll see how that goes.The Craft beer tasting from Beach House brewery was fantastic.My friend Sam who help me put this together Big Ronnie productions did a fantastic job. Thanks to all my friends and new friends are coming up on a beautiful day we saw three humpback whales.Danielleour tour guide whale watching expert from Rutgers University did a fantastic job telling everybody about the whales,we were seeing and why we were seeing them. The weather was just perfect the water conditions were great for just perfect Sunday afternoon on the ocean everyone was thrilled the trip was sold out. We’re watching at the Jersey shore is a popular fun safe event join us soon here are some photos from Sunday’s trip September 8, 2019. Hope to see you all on the trip again please take the time to leave reviews they’re important to us thanks a lot, Bill McKim  I will post a few more photos especially some crowd photos so if you have them sent to tag me on FacebookJersey sure will watch Billy McKim

• Whale Watching trip report Sunday July 28th Fantastic!
• We saw many breaches of at least two different whales
• We had over 55 people on the trip along the New Jersey coastline
• We could see land at all times, we were about 3 miles offshore
• People loved seeing the whales and the tons of bunker bait fish that the whales love Menhaden
• Check out the photos and book your trip now, what are you waiting for We even guarantee you will see a whale with our whale check program
• Our trips are all family friendly and safe we go every Wednesday and Sunday from the Belmar Marina
• The boat is 115 feet long air conditioned cabin with 2 big mens and ladies rooms and a snack
• BYOB is a great feature and save your group $$

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

Great story CBS2’s Lisa Rozner has the latest on New York’s efforts to clean local waters, which have already seen the local whale population increase. Join us to see them only a few weeks of perfect boating weather left!

Join us soon get your tickets now!

Epic Whale Watching Trip Saturday. We left from Belmar Marina aboard the Royal Miss Belmar We saw 2 whales one of them near the end of the whale watching trip did an amazing breach. Join us for the best erperience trip you will have on the ocean this summer . We go on a beautiful boat ride guide tour and search for whales we see whales on 98 % of or trip in the last two years and this year we have 100% percent whale sighting.

The Jersey shore and Sandy Hook area are premier whale watching areas and offer a spectacular variety of whales, marine mammals and pelagic birds. Annual whale migrations bring whales through the area within just minutes of belmar Marina.

he Jersey shore and Sandy Hook area are premier whale watching areas and offer a spectacular variety of whales, marine mammals and pelagic birds. Annual whale migrations bring whales through the area within just minutes of belmar Marina.

Enjoy your whale watching experience aboard the our ships, one of the most advanced whale watching boats on the East Coast. Specially designed for stability and comfort, the Jersey Shore Whale watch guided tours offers a scenic observation deck perfect for photography and cozy indoor seating along with a galley for drinks and snacks. Whale watching is one of the most fun things to do spring summer and fall around Monmouth County.
The captain and crew have over 30 years experience in escorting visitors along the coast of New Jersey to experience the annual migration of some of the most amazing whales in the world. Experienced naturalists aboard the Bill McKim Jersey shore whale watch tour are available to enhance your trip with information about whale migration, marine life, the are, and more.

Humpback Whale Watching Jersey shore whale watch also offers the best charter boat trips including public party cruises, sunset cruises and dinner cruises, and private whale watching trips, wedding cruises, pelagic birding trips. Catering and music can be arranged for private events. BYOB can be either hosted or no-host. Our first craft beer trip is coimng in July!. We can customize your trip to make it the very best charter boat experience at the Jersey shore.
for tickets call 732.45.6003 or buy online here https://billmckim.com/products/bill-mckims-jersey-shore-whale-watch  https://billmckim.com/products/bill-mckims-jersey-shore-whale-watch

No trip April 27th we did not get nearly enough people and we have seen whales in the area yet, full refunds were given

Whales to the left of me!

It was July 7th, a warm summer day, with calm waters. We went whale watching out of Belmar Marina. We cruised up towards Sandy Hook passing the beaches of, Avon, Asbury Park, Ocean Grove, Deal, Monmouth Beach, Long Branch, Sandy Hook National Park, and eventually we saw New York City in the background. When we were off the coast of Sandy Hook, we saw many pods of dolphins, sea birds, and two humpback whales!

    Our guide on that trip was Danielle, a whale researcher that works with Gotham Whale. Danielle is pursuing a doctorate at Rutger’s University in marine biology. She has a wealth of whale information for the guests on Bill McKim’s Jersey Shore whale watching trip. Danielle points out what to look for in the water to spot the whales and shares information about the whales we see.
         Guests on the boat trip have a great time, and bring snacks and coolers on board. One group was a bridal party enjoying champange on the open sea. Often the younger travelers take a nap. The gentle rocking and salt air seems to be a natural sleep aid! It is recommended to bring binoculars, a light jacket or sweatshirt, and some drinks and snacks.
    Upon return to Belmar, there is still lots to do in the area. Marina Grill is in the same marina parking lot, a great place for cocktails, dinner, and conversation about the whale trip. Bill McKim’s Jersey Shore Whale Watches are sure to be one of your fondest memories! -n Billy