next time your down gimmie a call. i dive manasquan inlet alot with a friend of mine and wed have no problem taking you out. the north side of the inlet(ocean side) is really nice for a beginning diver. it goes from 5-6 feet out to 20-30 at the tip, so you can find a comfortable depth for yourself. everyware for 6ft and deeper holds fish, just more shooter blackfish the deeper you go.