N.J. Admin. Code § 7:2-16.2

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 7:2-16.2 - Mobile sport fishing vehicles/permits/restrictions

(a) Four-wheel drive mobile sport fishing vehicles (MSFV) are permitted on specifically designated areas of Island Beach State Park for the purpose of surf fishing from the open beach provided:

1. An application for a MSFV permit is completed and approved through the Island Beach State Park office; and

2. An approved permit, decal or placard for which the proper fee has been fully paid as provided in 7:2-17.3(b) is displayed on or from the MSFV as directed by the Superintendent or designee when on Island Beach State Park.

(b) The following minimum basic items of equipment or supplies shall be carried by the MSFV operator while on the open beach of Island Beach State Park:

1. A spare tire;

2. A tire gauge;

3. A workable jack and board or other material for supporting the jack (3/4 inch by 12 inch by 12 inch plywood minimum);

4. A tow chain or snatch line;

5. A shovel;

6. A flashlight--mandatory during hours of darkness;

7. A fire extinguisher;

8. An auto first aid kit;

9. A litter bag; and

10. At least a quarter tank of fuel.

(c) MSFV permits are available for a calendar year or a three-day period. The permit grants entry to Island Beach State Park free of charge to the vehicle and operator complying with 7:2-16.3(b) and (c). All other occupants shall adhere to the current admission fee policy as provided in 7:2-17.1.

(d) MSFV permits are non-refundable and non-transferable.

(e) MSFV permits for a three-day period are available at the Island Beach Gate House. Annual MSFV permits are available through the Island Beach State Park office by mail or in person.

(f) The Superintendent or designee may limit the number of three-day MSFV permits which may be in effect at any one time. Three-day permits expire at midnight on the third full day after the day of issue. Three-day permits may be renewed only after a 24-hour waiting period.

(g) The number of MSFVs on the open beach at any one time, whether three-day or annual, may be limited by the Superintendent or designee in the interest of safety or responsible management of the resource.

N.J. Admin. Code § 7:2-16.2

Amended by R.2007 d.155, effective 5/7/2007.
See: 38 N.J.R. 4779(a), 39 N.J.R. 1701(a).
In (a)2, substituted "Superintendent or designee" for "Officer-in-Charge"; and in (f) and (g), substituted "Superintendent or designee" for "area Officer-in-Charge".
Amended by R.2014 d.031, effective 2/18/2014.
See: 44 N.J.R. 1935(a), 44 N.J.R. 2269(a), 46 N.J.R. 335(b).
In (a)2, updated the N.J.A.C. reference.