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.
Captain
Clint Clement
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Rating summary
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
88%
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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...
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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...
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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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6 hr inshore on June 7, 2025
Caught lots of seabass. Captain and first mate were very helpful with tips and advice. Overall had a great time
Caught lots of seabass. Captain and first mate were very helpful with tips and advice. Overall had a great time
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4 Hour Trip – Inshore on August 2, 2024
Great trip! Caught a bunch of Bonita! Captain Clint brought us to a great spot and we couldn’t keep up with all the hits. Kyle was a fantastic helper for anything and everything we needed! If you have a chance go with Captain Clint and Kyle!
Great trip! Caught a bunch of Bonita! Captain Clint brought us to a great spot and we couldn’t keep up with all the hits. Kyle was a fantastic helper for anything and everything we needed! If you have a chance go with Captain Clint and Kyle!
Common Sense Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
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Cape May, New Jersey, United States
A passionate angler if there ever was one, Capt. Clint always looks forward to showing his guests a good time on the water!
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
Toilet
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia System
Outriggers
Ice Box
Radar
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
First Mate
Fishing License
Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
and cleaned n packaged and ice if needed
Catch and Release Allowed
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:
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Mastercard
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Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.