Common Sense Sportfishing
Common Sense Sportfishing
Common Sense Sportfishing runs angling trips out of Cape May and offers to show you what the local fishery is all about.
Capt. Clint is here to get you on some fish, and to make sure you have fun doing it. You’ll be using techniques like bottom fishing, trolling, and drift fishing, depending on what you’re going after. As part of their 4 to 15-hour trips, you can target species like Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Marlin, Swordfish, Tilefish, depending on the current season and weather conditions.
You’ll be fishing from a 38’ Hatteras boat with enough room for up to 6 anglers at any single time. It also includes a toilet, AC, ice box, and a fighting chair.
When it comes to rods, reels, and terminal tackle, everything you need is included in the price. As for fishing licenses, everything will be taken care of by the captain so you don’t have to worry about it.
You’re welcome to keep all legal species caught during the trip. Here to help you with anything you need, the first mate will be on hand during the trip. Leaving a tip for a job well done is much appreciated.
There will be complimentary snacks and drinks aboard for your convenience during the trip, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer. Children are welcome aboard so you’re good to get the young ones started early.
we will go the extra mile or a bit more on the time. on our boat you get what you pay for!
Book your trip now and hit the water with Common Sense Sportfishing.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (21)
+18Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
91%
Jun 25, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Inshore
Great Boat, Crew, and Great Time
Capt. Clint and Mate Kyle made sure my wife (first time salt water fishing, and a recent liver transplant) and I had a great time and to catch fish. Which we did. We caught plenty of fish both trolling, and bottom fishing. Clint knows where they are, and Kyle makes sure everything is ready to go. Right there when you need him. My wife wanted to see dolphins… they found them too. The Common Sense is big, clean and very well maintained. Very smooth, stable and comfortable. We will definitely book with Common Sense (Clint and Kyle) again. Thanks guys…. We so needed and appreciated this trip!
Capt. Clint and Mate Kyle made sure my wife (first time salt water fishing, and a recent liver transplant) and I had a great time...
Jun 11, 2025
6 hr inshore
Best Charter boat experience ever!
Fantastic trip! Cannot say enough about this capt and mate. Took my sister and I inshore fishing the black bass we’re hitting hard. Doubles were more common than single catches Kyle was on it! Kept us fishing and attended to our needs at every turn. Capt knew all the best spots to fish and anytime the action slowed he moved to hit the right spot for us! Loved the whole experience would recommend Common Sense for our next trip! And yours! You can’t go wrong choosing this boat and crew! Extra special. Thank you for making the best memories ever for my twin sister and I. Best fishing trip ever!
Fantastic trip! Cannot say enough about this capt and mate. Took my sister and I inshore fishing the black bass we’re hitting...
Jul 14, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Inshore
It was really good day - 4 hours and lots of fish
The Captains Clint and Kyle are both very friendly, fun and knowledgeable to talk to. They helped with suggestions on how to choose the best lures for the type of fish being caught that day and pole to use. We, all 5 of us, are not experienced fisherman and fisherwomen but the experience has brought us together and we want to do this again. So Captain we will be looking for more fishing with you and you crew when we return. Thank you for filleting all the fish. You run a clean comfortable boat and we enjoyed the snacks!
The Captains Clint and Kyle are both very friendly, fun and knowledgeable to talk to. They helped with suggestions on how to choose...
Sep 27, 2025
12 Hour Trip – Offshore tuna
great trip
Capt Clint and Kyle delivered the most professional and organized private charter i have ever experienced. It was clear that they love to fish and want everyone who climbs on board to enjoy the experience. Fun to be around and always gave a game plan. Willing to make adjustments on the fly to ensure your party has a great experience.Kudos to both for keeping charter fishing alive in cape may!
Capt Clint and Kyle delivered the most professional and organized private charter i have ever experienced. It was clear that they...
Jun 14, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Inshore
Best Fishing Trip Ever
We all had such a fantastic time! It was the absolute best fishing trip that we ever did. We all caught so many fish, it was amazing!
We all had such a fantastic time! It was the absolute best fishing trip that we ever did. We all caught so many fish, it was...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (21)
+18Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
91%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Boat, Crew, and Great Time
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on June 25, 2025
Capt. Clint and Mate Kyle made sure my wife (first time salt water fishing, and a recent liver transplant) and I had a great time and to catch fish. Which we did. We caught plenty of fish both trolling, and bottom fishing. Clint knows where they are, and Kyle makes sure everything is ready to go. Right there when you need him. My wife wanted to see dolphins… they found them too. The Common Sense is big, clean and very well maintained. Very smooth, stable and comfortable. We will definitely book with Common Sense (Clint and Kyle) again. Thanks guys…. We so needed and appreciated this trip!
Capt. Clint and Mate Kyle made sure my wife (first time salt water fishing, and a recent liver transplant) and I had a great time and to catch fish. Which we did. We caught plenty of fish both trolling, and bottom fishing. Clint knows where they are, and Kyle makes sure everything is ready to go. Right there when you need him. My wife wanted to see dolphins… they found them too. The Common Sense is big, clean and very well maintained. Very smooth, stable and comfortable. We will definitely...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Best Charter boat experience ever!
6 hr inshore on June 11, 2025
Fantastic trip! Cannot say enough about this capt and mate. Took my sister and I inshore fishing the black bass we’re hitting hard. Doubles were more common than single catches Kyle was on it! Kept us fishing and attended to our needs at every turn. Capt knew all the best spots to fish and anytime the action slowed he moved to hit the right spot for us! Loved the whole experience would recommend Common Sense for our next trip! And yours! You can’t go wrong choosing this boat and crew! Extra special. Thank you for making the best memories ever for my twin sister and I. Best fishing trip ever!
Fantastic trip! Cannot say enough about this capt and mate. Took my sister and I inshore fishing the black bass we’re hitting hard. Doubles were more common than single catches Kyle was on it! Kept us fishing and attended to our needs at every turn. Capt knew all the best spots to fish and anytime the action slowed he moved to hit the right spot for us! Loved the whole experience would recommend Common Sense for our next trip! And yours! You can’t go wrong choosing this boat and crew! Extra...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
It was really good day - 4 hours and lots of fish
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on July 14, 2025
The Captains Clint and Kyle are both very friendly, fun and knowledgeable to talk to. They helped with suggestions on how to choose the best lures for the type of fish being caught that day and pole to use. We, all 5 of us, are not experienced fisherman and fisherwomen but the experience has brought us together and we want to do this again. So Captain we will be looking for more fishing with you and you crew when we return. Thank you for filleting all the fish. You run a clean comfortable boat and we enjoyed the snacks!
The Captains Clint and Kyle are both very friendly, fun and knowledgeable to talk to. They helped with suggestions on how to choose the best lures for the type of fish being caught that day and pole to use. We, all 5 of us, are not experienced fisherman and fisherwomen but the experience has brought us together and we want to do this again. So Captain we will be looking for more fishing with you and you crew when we return. Thank you for filleting all the fish. You run a clean comfortable boat...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
great trip
12 Hour Trip – Offshore tuna on September 27, 2025
Capt Clint and Kyle delivered the most professional and organized private charter i have ever experienced. It was clear that they love to fish and want everyone who climbs on board to enjoy the experience. Fun to be around and always gave a game plan. Willing to make adjustments on the fly to ensure your party has a great experience.Kudos to both for keeping charter fishing alive in cape may!
Capt Clint and Kyle delivered the most professional and organized private charter i have ever experienced. It was clear that they love to fish and want everyone who climbs on board to enjoy the experience. Fun to be around and always gave a game plan. Willing to make adjustments on the fly to ensure your party has a great experience.Kudos to both for keeping charter fishing alive in cape may!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Best Fishing Trip Ever
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on June 14, 2025
We all had such a fantastic time! It was the absolute best fishing trip that we ever did. We all caught so many fish, it was amazing!
We all had such a fantastic time! It was the absolute best fishing trip that we ever did. We all caught so many fish, it was amazing!
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