Raritan Help

[Skunk City]

It seems you are doing all the right things: getting away from the "known" spots, wading and exploring, throwing the right stuff, looking for the deeper pools. All our rivers are super low now, so take note of where you find the deeper pools and laydowns that deflect water flow, they should hold Smallies, Schoolies, or even Walleye or Muskie. I did a float trip with a couple NJF guys a few summers back and pulled a Tiger Muskie out of a hole that was no deeper than 3ft. That may not seem deep, but compared to the miles of super shallow water like you mentioned, its your best bet. Also, with the water temps being so high and the water being so clear, sunrise and sunset are the only time I would bother fishing. Read some of FastEddie's posts from the past 2 weeks, they should help you out! Hint: TOPWATER!!!