Fishing in seaside heights NJ? 🎣🐠😫

I've bet had any great luck , is there any secret spots to fish in the winter? I always wanted to catch a fish at the Jerry shore and have a fish dinner but I just don't seem to ever have any luck I've caught over the last 30 years,

From best to stupid

  1. Eel
  2. Crabs (100's)
  3. Fish the size of my hand

I've heard story's of people catching some amazing things, is it possible without a boat?