Captain
Matthew Cooney

Member since July 2019 Gloucester, United States
Background
Captain Matt holds a USCG master certification and has been a captain since 1991. He grew up on the water and has been fishing since he was 10 years old. From working on cargo ships to owning his own fishing boat, he has always found a way to stay on or around the water. He enjoys it all, being out on the ocean with people of all experience levels, watching their reaction when they reel up the fish for the first time or sharing experiences with seasoned anglers. He fishes year-round commercially and knows where to find fish at all times.

Hey, I'm Captain Matthew Cooney

Gloucester, United States
Background
Captain Matt holds a USCG master certification and has been a captain since 1991. He grew up on the water and has been fishing since he was 10 years old. From working on cargo ships to owning his own fishing boat, he has always found a way to stay on or around the water. He enjoys it all, being out on the ocean with people of all experience levels, watching their reaction when they reel up the fish for the first time or sharing experiences with seasoned anglers. He fishes year-round commercially and knows where to find fish at all times.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(109 reviews)
Gloucester
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Trips from US $800

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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 109 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (281)
Best trip yet - The lobsters didn't stand a chance.
Best trip yet - The lobsters didn't stand a chance.
Best trip yet - The lobsters didn't stand a chance.
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
92%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
96%
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Wendell M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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An Unforgettable Fishing Adventure in Gloucester!

VERIFIED   5hr pm on July 5, 2026
Our family had an absolutely incredible time on the F/V Meredith Jean! Captain Matt and deckhand Cody provided a top-tier fishing...
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Alex N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best trip yet - The lobsters didn't stand a chance.

VERIFIED   NEW  7 Hour Trip โ€“ Fisherman's Feast on August 23, 2026
Captain Matt put us right on the fish, and we caught lots of it. A real highlight was learning the ropes on lobstering. The...
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Zach A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fun 7-Hour Fishermenโ€™s Feast with a Great Crew

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip โ€“ Fisherman's Feast on May 24, 2026
We went on the 7-hour Fishermenโ€™s Feast trip out of Gloucester and had a great time. It was a chilly day and the groundfishing...
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Tim P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip โ€“ 4 Anglers Max on June 5, 2026
We had a great day. Trevor did everything he could to keep us on fish. we caught five haddock, a crazy amount of redfish and...
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Eric C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

August fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  7 Hour Trip โ€“ Fisherman's Feast on August 29, 2026
Cap and mate were great. unfortunately we didnt get a ton of fish. Will definitely book another trip with him again.
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