From the New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife:

The NJ DEP Division of Fish and Wildlife has announced the winners of the 2009 Skillful Angler Awards Program.

The program honors anglers who catch both freshwater and marine fish which aren't of record size but are impressive and worthy of recognition.

In 2009, 193 applications representing 26 different species were officially processed.

Fishermen qualifying for a Skillful Angler Award receive a certificate attesting to their achievement along with a bronze pin to adorn their fishing hat, jacket, etc.

The Division has granted Skillful Angler status to 2,941 anglers since 1983.

To view the winners of each category, and for more information on the program, visit the division's website.

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