Captain
Stephan Bent

Member since May 2019 Margate City, United States
Background
I have loved fishing since I was 7 years old and caught my first Trout in freshwater. In 1963 I caught my first saltwater fish, a Bluefish, and I was hooked! I fished on my own small boats and others for 15 years, and in 1978, I passed my test for my captain's license and so it began. I have fished out of Cape May and Great Egg Inlet for 40 years now and I am proud to say that mine is the only charter boat still around since the time I started. I must be doing something right! I love catching fish but I hate NOT catching fish even more. Nowadays, I find great joy in watching my clients, both young and old, enjoying catching fish. Kids and moms are always welcome. I taught in a school for 31 years, so even if you have no experience fishing, I can and will teach you and your party how to do it.
Techniques
I really don't have a favorite method or species when I am fishing. I figure that whatever works on that day is the way to go.

Hey, I'm Captain Stephan Bent

Margate City, United States
Background
I have loved fishing since I was 7 years old and caught my first Trout in freshwater. In 1963 I caught my first saltwater fish, a Bluefish, and I was hooked! I fished on my own small boats and others for 15 years, and in 1978, I passed my test for my captain's license and so it began. I have fished out of Cape May and Great Egg Inlet for 40 years now and I am proud to say that mine is the only charter boat still around since the time I started. I must be doing something right! I love catching fish but I hate NOT catching fish even more. Nowadays, I find great joy in watching my clients, both young and old, enjoying catching fish. Kids and moms are always welcome. I taught in a school for 31 years, so even if you have no experience fishing, I can and will teach you and your party how to do it.
Techniques
I really don't have a favorite method or species when I am fishing. I figure that whatever works on that day is the way to go.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(41 reviews)
Margate City
Trips from US $350

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 41 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
91%
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Chris J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day on the water

VERIFIED   NEW  4 hour back bay charter on August 29, 2026
Captain Steve was knowledgeable and a lot of fun.ย  It was like going out for a day with an old friend.ย  Highly recommended
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Kenny R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Wonderful trip on the bay!

VERIFIED   3 hr back bay fishing on July 16, 2026
We had a great time fishing with Captain Steve!ย  My daughters, 12 and 9, enjoyed every second of it. We each caught multiple...
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Mary C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Experience!

VERIFIED   4 hour back bay charter on June 29, 2026
Great time w Capt Steve and we caught fish!
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Sean H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Striper Trip

VERIFIED   4 hour back bay charter on November 15, 2025
Captain has nice gear and is very knowledgeable. He put us on the fish with quality drifts. A lot of boats around us but we...
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Srebrina D.
Excellent
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Experience:
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Fishing with Stephan

VERIFIED   3 hr back bay fishing on July 9, 2026
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