My name is Chris Parson (aka SJ Fish Whisperer). I’ve been an avid fisherman all of my life having grown up in the Cape May, NJ area. By the age of 15, I was supplying local bait shops with fresh and live bait which I continue to do 24 years later. My time on the water and knowledge of bait and feeding patterns has earned me the nickname “Fish Whisperer” among my peers.

I have found a deep respect and a unique camaraderie among kayak fishermen and kayak tournament anglers. I fish the NJ sod banks, jetties and the open ocean from Stone Harbor to Cape May as often as possible. I also fish as many tournaments and attend as many events as I can throughout the entire east coast!

I’m the Tournament Editor at Kayak Fishing Magazine and also contribute articles, and equipment reviews. I have learned a lot about the sport and the industry through this experience. KFM has also given me the opportunity to travel, and to become more involved with the sport and its events that help the sport continue to grow.

In 2010 I co-founded Jersey Cape Kayak Fishing with Charlie LaBar (aka Lunchbox). A group dedicated to promoting the sport of kayak fishing in southern NJ through clinics, and gatherings. We are non-profit and host our events for Casting for Recovery.

For the past few years I have been involved in several shows, clinics, demos, tournament committee’s, and programs such as “NJ Outdoor Woman” program. I’m excited about the New Year and what it will bring.