The New York State Parks 4x4 Beach Permit is now on sale. You can get it at the Robert Moses State Park Office and the Belmont Lake State Park Office. The price is $65.00 for the season, don't forget to be totally compliant aside from the nec gear you need you also will need the New York State saltwater fishing license which is free just check any major sporting goods store (Sports Authority) or go to Saltwater Fishing - NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation and follow the instructions.
Tony