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SHO-NUF Sportfishing 

4.9
(25 reviews)
 500 Marina Village Circle, Cape Charles, VA 23310, United States–
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SHO-NUF Sportfishing 

Cape Charles, VA, United States
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35 ft
6
4.9
(25 reviews)
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Come join Capt. Clint Lessard and SHO-NUF Sportfishing! Whether you're a beginner or experienced you will enjoy your time as he continuously tries to excel in catching fish. Join the captain whose knowledge and professionalism are second to none. Capt. Clint guided angler Alex Foster to not one but two IGFA world records for all tackle release Striped Bass. He's a professional firefighter and well-acquainted with EMT-advanced skills and CPR. Feel safe as you travel the beautiful Chesapeake Bay

You'll be fishing on an upgraded 35' Bertram boat. With plenty of cockpit space, to accommodate kids and adults, this sport fish will be sure to make your day a memorable one. The vessel boasts twin 380 Cummins to get you to the fishing grounds quickly. The cockpit is spacious and the salon has 2 couches and a private bathroom.

Cape Charles offers a backyard full of surprises whether fishing for Cobia, Red and Black Drum, Sheepshead, Spanish Mackerel, Flounder, or their specialty, monster Striped Bass. Whether you're spinning, trolling, or bottom fishing, you'll fill your bucket with tasty fish.

All fishing equipment and licenses are included in the price. The captain will also clean and fillet your catch after the trip. Just remember to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and whatever you wanna eat and drink.

Join SHO-NUF Sportfishing for a day you won't forget. See you at the dock!

Come join Capt. Clint Lessard and SHO-NUF Sportfishing! Whether you're a beginner or experienced you will enjoy your time as he continuously tries to excel in catching fish. Join the captain whose knowledge and professionalism are second to none. Capt. Clint guided angler Alex Foster to not one but two IGFA world records for all tackle release Striped Bass. He's a professional firefighter and well-acquainted with EMT-advanced skills and CPR. Feel safe as you travel the beautiful Chesapeake Bay

You'll be fishing on an upgraded 35' Bertram boat. With plenty of cockpit space, to accommodate kids and adults, this sport fish will be sure to make your day a memorable one. The vessel boasts twin 380 Cummins to get you to the fishing grounds quickly. The cockpit is spacious and the salon has 2 couches and a private bathroom.

Cape Charles offers a backyard full of surprises whether fishing for Cobia, Red and Black Drum, Sheepshead, Spanish Mackerel, Flounder, or their specialty, monster Striped Bass. Whether you're spinning, trolling, or bottom fishing, you'll fill your bucket with tasty fish.

All fishing equipment and licenses are included in the price. The captain will also clean and fillet your catch after the trip. Just remember to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and whatever you wanna eat and drink.

Join SHO-NUF Sportfishing for a day you won't forget. See you at the dock!

Clinton Lessard
Captain
Clinton Lessard
19 years of experience
responds within an hour
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Toilet
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Toilet

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November 2026
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2 adults • 0 children
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4 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Oct 31
US $950
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31
US $1,250
Entire boat: up to 6 people
9 Hour Trip – Striped Bass
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
9 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 15 - Jan 31
US $1,300
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Rating

4.9
25 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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All reviews (25)

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Melissa Paddy
Melissa Paddy
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fantastic Day on the Water
6 Hour Trip on July 26, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child

We had an absolutely fantastic day on the water with Captain Clint and Mate Alex! We were hoping to target cobia, and they went above and beyond to put us on some incredible fish. Their knowledge, hard work, and determination were obvious from the moment we left the dock. On top of the great fishing, they made the trip a blast. It was a beautiful day, even better company, and they made sure everyone had a great time from start to finish. If you're looking for a crew that knows where the fish are and genuinely wants you to have an unforgettable experience, SHO-NUF Sportfishing is the charter to book.

Clinton Lessard
Response from Captain

🔥🔥🔥Thabk you guys so much

Louis Dovell
Louis Dovell
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Good Trip
6 Hour Trip on July 17, 2026 • 4 adults

Clint and Trent were very knowledgeable. The fishing was slow for everybody but they found us a keeper. The boat rides real smooth. Trent kept the boat clean and we never ran out of bait. Group of four we had fresh fish for dinner and some left over for the freezer.

Clinton Lessard
Response from Captain

Thanks for fishing with us. Glad you guys had a great time

Todd Lacy
Todd Lacy
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Captain Clint is awesome!
6 Hour Trip on July 8, 2026 • 6 adults

He and his first mate, Trent, were great! They were very knowledgeable and fun. Our family had a great time. Clint had unbelievable patience and determination in finding the fish we were going for. I highly recommend Sho-nuf Sportfishing charter!

Clinton Lessard
Response from Captain

thanks for a wonderful day.

Angelo Lombardi
Angelo Lombardi
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Awesome Trip!
4 Hour Trip on June 17, 2026 • 6 adults

Clint and Trent were very good guys. We got on fish right away and had a blast. The boat is beautiful and well kept. We will definitely book again when we are in town.

Reported catch:
Cobia
Clinton Lessard
Response from Captain

enjoyed having you guys. hopefully well see yoh again

Dominic Magnoni
Dominic Magnoni
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
great
4 Hour Trip on July 6, 2026 • 6 adults

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Clinton Lessard
Response from Captain

Thank you for joining us. Good luck with the college choices. Glad the fish was tasty for dinner

FAQs about SHO-NUF Sportfishing

SHO-NUF Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $950 per group - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group - 9 Hour Trip – Striped Bass (9 hours)
When you book a trip with SHO-NUF Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Radar
Trips booked with SHO-NUF Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
SHO-NUF Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
SHO-NUF Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with SHO-NUF Sportfishing include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Spadefish
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Clinton Lessard
Clinton Lessard
Cape Charles, Virginia, United States
25 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2021
Captain Clinton Lessard of Sho-nuf sportfishing has been fishing the lower Chesapeake Bay for 30 years. He started fishing with his father and learning all of his techniques when he was a little boy. The captain then moved on mating for his father and a few other boats along the way. In 2007, he started his own business and has continually chartered since. His charter company is located in Cape Charles, Virginia.
Clinton Lessard
Clinton Lessard
25
reviews
2021
member since
~1h
response
Captain Clinton Lessard of Sho-nuf sportfishing has been fishing the lower Chesapeake Bay for 30 years. He started fishing with his father and learning all of his techniques when he was a little boy. The captain then moved on mating for his father and a few other boats along the way. In 2007, he started his own business and has continually chartered since. His charter company is located in Cape Charles, Virginia.

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Spadefish
Spadefish
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish

Real catches by this captain

  • A proud angler holds a large Cobia on a fishing charter, with family members enjoying a day on the water.
    Melissa P.
    Melissa P.
    We had an absolutely fantastic day on the water with Captain Clint and Mate Alex! We were hoping to target cobia, and they went above and beyond to put us on some incredible fish. Their knowledge, hard work, and determination were obvious from the moment we left the dock. On top of the great fishing, they made the trip a blast. It was a beautiful day, even better company, and they made sure everyone had a great time from start to finish. If you're looking for a crew that knows where the fish are and genuinely wants you to have an unforgettable experience, SHO-NUF Sportfishing is the charter to book.
  • Adult angler holding a large cobia aboard an offshore fishing boat with twin Suzuki 300 outboards.
    Louis D.
    Louis D.
    Clint and Trent were very knowledgeable. The fishing was slow for everybody but they found us a keeper. The boat rides real smooth. Trent kept the boat clean and we never ran out of bait. Group of four we had fresh fish for dinner and some left over for the freezer.
  • Anglers actively fishing from the stern of a center-console boat offshore, with twin Suzuki 300 outboards visible.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Dominic M.
    Dominic M.
  • A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of large Cobia on a fishing charter, showcasing a fun day on the water.
    Angelo L.
    Angelo L.
    Clint and Trent were very good guys. We got on fish right away and had a blast. The boat is beautiful and well kept. We will definitely book again when we are in town.
  • Young angler and adult proudly hold a large sheepshead aboard a fishing boat near a coastal bridge.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Sheepshead
    Daran G.
    Daran G.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Cobia while fishing offshore, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Mark B.
    Mark B.
    Captain, Mate, Boat, Fishing Grounds all first class. Caught Cobia, Red Drum and Black Drum. Good Times with good folks!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large fish on a boat during a fishing trip, with multiple outboard motors visible in the background.
    Jamie B.
    Jamie B.
    We had the best time ever! We caught lots of fish! We made wonderful memories! All thanks to Captain Clinton! He definitely knew where to go to find the fish! I definitely recommend booking with him! We will absolutely be going back out with him and his crew!
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large cobia aboard a boat on open ocean.
    Douglas D.
    Douglas D.
    One of the greatest fishing trips ever, Sho- Nuf , 19 cobia up to about 54 inches. I've been fortunate to have fished in a lot of different places and caught a lot of different fish, from Amazon Peacock bass , Mexican sail fish, Tarpon and bonefish in the Keys , trophy channel bass in Virginia surf and Michigan Small mouths. Yesterdays trip was as action packed and as memorable as any of these. Thanks Capt. Clint and mate Landon.
  • A young angler poses with a large Cobia on the deck of a fishing boat, showcasing a successful catch during a sunny day on the water.
    John M.
    John M.
    Captain put us on lots of cobia and my family and I all got to fight one with a few extra!
  • Two anglers engaged in reeling in a catch while fishing on a sunny day in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Blacktip Shark
    David M.
    David M.
    What a fantastic adventure. Let me first say, the deck hand (Landon) and captain (Clint) made this adventure amazing and really set us up for success! They had all the details taken care of and covered before we arrived. Within 20 min of departing we had our first bite and by the end of our trip we successfully caught 5 Kobia! It was me my wife, daughter and mother in law and they made our time with them so memorable! Captian Clint is a local and knows the territory so well, his experience allowed us to stay on the fish! We were fortunate enough to fight a 70lb fish, Amazing experience!! Highly recommend Sho-Nuf and Clint!!

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
35 ft
Year built
1973
Restored in
2016
Boat manufacturer
Bertram 35
Boat type
Convertible
Engine model
Cummins QSB 5.9
Powered by
2 x 380HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Outriggers
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 PayPal

What’s biting in Cape Charles right now

Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)
Black DrumBlack Drum
CobiaCobia
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
SpadefishSpadefish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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