For sport fishing enthusiasts, the Beach Haven Marlin and Tuna Club has been a mainstay since 1949, when a group of fishermen who had long fished the area recognized the need for, and benefit of, forming a club.

Jeff Buttari, the recently elected commodore, said the club has a membership of approximately 340. The annual membership fee is $450; first-time members pay an additional $500 initiation fee.