Common Sense Sportfishing
Cape May NJ
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Common Sense Sportfishing
Cape May NJ
Your Captain
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Clint Clement
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Clint Clement, Captain at Common Sense Sportfishing
Meet Captain Clint Clement, your guide to unforgettable fishing adventures in Cape May, NJ. With years of experience and a passion for angling, Captain Clint is dedicated to providing you with the ultimate fishing experience. Join him aboard Common Sense Sportfishing for a day on the water you won't soon forget.
Embark on an unforgettable fishing adventure with Common Sense Sportfishing in Cape May. Operating fishing trips departing from this picturesque location, Common Sense Sportfishing offers anglers the chance to explore the rich local fishery under the expert guidance of Captain Clint. With a dedication to ensuring both success and enjoyment, Captain Clint employs a variety of techniques, including bottom fishing, trolling, and drift fishing, to target a wide range of species such as Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Marlin, Swordfish, and Tilefish. These techniques are tailored to the season and weather conditions, ensuring that every trip is optimized for the best possible catch.
The fishing trips offered by Common Sense Sportfishing range from 4 to 15 hours, providing ample time for a deep-sea adventure. The trips accommodate up to 6 anglers on a 38-foot Hatteras boat, fully equipped with amenities including a toilet, AC, ice box, and fighting chair for your comfort and convenience. All necessary gear, including rods, reels, and terminal tackle, is included in the price of the trip, and fishing licenses are taken care of by the captain. With a commitment to providing a high-quality fishing experience, Common Sense Sportfishing ensures that guests can keep all legal species caught during the trip, making for a memorable and rewarding outing.
The fishing trips range from 4 to 15 hours, accommodating up to 6 anglers on a 38-foot Hatteras boat equipped with amenities like a toilet, AC, ice box, and fighting chair. All necessary rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price, and fishing licenses are taken care of by the captain.
Guests are welcome to keep all legal species caught during the trip, and the first mate is available to assist with anything needed. Complimentary snacks and drinks are provided onboard, and children are welcome, making it a family-friendly outing. Common Sense Sportfishing prides itself on delivering a high-quality fishing experience, ensuring that you get what you pay for.
Ready to reel in the adventure of a lifetime? Book your fishing trip with Common Sense Sportfishing today!
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Expertise & Attributes
fishing
Master Guide
Deep Sea Fishing
Drift Fishing
Good with Large Groups
Good with New Anglers
Good with Families
Good with Kids
Saltwater Fishing
Live BaitFishing Techniques
What's Included
Keep your Catch
This guide offers trips that you are able to take home your catch.
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License
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Nature / Wildlife Views
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Cancellation Policy
When you book your fishing trip, you will need to first put down a deposit to hold the reservation.
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What's Included
Keep your Catch
This guide offers trips that you are able to take home your catch.
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Good to Knows
Your Guide has some important details about your trip with them.
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License
Read about the licensing details that is / is not covered in the below trips.
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Nature / Wildlife Views
This guide offers trips with nature and wildlife views.
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Cancellation Policy
When you book your fishing trip, you will need to first put down a deposit to hold the reservation.
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Trips Available with Common Sense Sportfishing
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Instant Booking
Fishing - Offshore
Common Sense Sportfishing38'Hatteras (Sportfishing) Max 6 guests (base trip price includes 6 guests)
Fishing Charters Cape May New Jersey | 12 Hour Trip – Tilefish
Full Day Trip
Maximum 6 persons allowed (base trip price includes 6 guests)
12 Hours
4:00 AMPick Your Date
Top-RatedInstant BookingFishing - OffshoreCommon Sense Sportfishing38'Hatteras (Sportfishing) Max 6 guests (base trip price includes 6 guests)
Cape May Fishing Trips | 12 Hour Trip – Swordfish
Full Day Trip
Maximum 6 persons allowed (base trip price includes 6 guests)
12 Hours4:00 AMPick Your Date
Top-RatedInstant BookingFishing - InshoreCommon Sense Sportfishing38'Hatteras (Sportfishing) Max 6 guests (base trip price includes 6 guests)
Cape May Inshore Fishing Charter for Beginners
Step aboard with Captain Clint Clement for an exciting inshore fishing trip in Cape May, perfect for beginners looking to get started on the water. These trips welcome up to six guests and focus on targeting bluefish, Spanish mackerel, bonitas, and king mackerel, giving everyone a chance to experience action-packed trolling. Known for their speed and fight, these fish make for an enjoyable day with plenty of opportunities to reel in memorable catches. Captain Clint provides all the necessary gear, bait, and expert instruction, so even first-time anglers can feel confident. With the option to travel up to 30 miles offshore, you’ll access productive fishing grounds while staying comfortable inshore. Deposits are non-refundable (Trips & Rates Page)
Morning Trip
Maximum 6 persons allowed (base trip price includes 6 guests)
4 Hours7:00 AMPick Your Date
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Cape May Fishing Charters | Inshore Trips
Morning Trip
Maximum 6 persons allowed (base trip price includes 6 guests)
4 Hours7:00 AMMorning Trip
Maximum 6 persons allowed (base trip price includes 6 guests)
6 Hours7:00 AMFull Day Trip
Maximum 6 persons allowed (base trip price includes 6 guests)
8 Hours7:00 AMPick Your Date
Top-RatedInstant BookingFishing - OffshoreCommon Sense Sportfishing38'Hatteras (Sportfishing) Max 6 guests (base trip price includes 6 guests)
Fishing Charters Cape May NJ | 12 Hour Trip – Offshore Tuna
Full Day Trip
Maximum 6 persons allowed (base trip price includes 6 guests)
12 Hours3:00 AMPick Your Date
Vehicle
Common Sense Sportfishing
Boat Type:
Boat Guest Capacity:
6
Boat Length:
38 ft
Manufacturer Name:
Hatteras (Sportfishing)
Model Year:
1986
Engine Manufacturer Name:
Cummins
# of Engines:
2
Horsepower Per Engine:
370
Maximum Cruising Speed:
26
Features: Fighting Chair First Mate Bait Tank Outriggers Flybridge Bed Kitchen Toilet Air Condition Ice-Box Multimedia System Refrigerator Fish Finder GPS Radar
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This 38-ft Hatteras sportfishing boat, restored in 2018, is perfect for anglers seeking a thrilling adventure. With a capacity for 6 persons, powered by twin Cummins engines delivering 2 x 370HP, this vessel boasts a max cruising speed of 26 knots, ensuring a swift journey to the best fishing spots.
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Common Sense Sportfishing
Boat Type:
Boat Guest Capacity:
6
Boat Length:
38 ft
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Reports and Expert Articles
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Inshore and Offshore Action with First White Marlins
Fishing has been great both inshore and offshore lately! We have limited availability left for July and August so don't hesitate to reach out for a trip. Congrats to Alex Fencik and Boone on their lifetime first white marlins yesterday!
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First Blue Marlin Release and Dolphin Success
Congrats to Paighton on her first blue marlin release this past weekend! We rounded out the day with a box full of dolphin. Great day on the water!
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Nonstop Mahi, Tilefish, and White Marlin Action
Great trip with these long time friends and customers! Nonstop action on mahi and tilefish and released a white marlin for Jackie. Thanks for coming guys!
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Pelagics, Bottom Dwellers, and Bent Rods
Offshore action out of Cape May has been steady this week, with a good mix of pelagic and bottom species keeping lines tight and coolers full. Boats heading to the Canyons and deeper wrecks are finding quality fish and consistent bites. Yellowfin tuna are showing up in solid numbers around the Carteret and Wilmington Canyons, especially during early morning and late afternoon temperature breaks. Trolling spreader bars and skirted ballyhoo has been productive, with most fish in the 40–70 lb range. A few bigeye tuna have been caught deeper into the overnight chunking runs, especially around 70–80 fathoms. Mahi-mahi have been hanging around the lobster pots and weed lines, with larger bulls showing up farther offshore. Keep a few spinning rods rigged with small jigs or cut bait—they’re aggressive and not picky right now. Bottom fishing is also delivering. Wrecks in 150–200 feet are holding golden tilefish, blue line tile, and plenty of sea bass. Drop baits like squid or cut mackerel are getting the job done, especially with strong drifts. Weather windows have been tight, but when it’s fishable, Cape May offshore is worth the run. The bite is on—now’s the time to go deep.
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Cape May Experience
Today's fishing experience in Cape May was nothing short of spectacular. The waters were teeming with activity, and anglers had great success reeling in a variety of fish species, making for an unforgettable day on the water.
Ratings & Reviews Summary
October 8, 2025
Captain Clint is simply the best! His enthusiasm for fishing is contagious, and he made sure our trip was both successful and enjoyable. If you're looking for a fantastic fishing experience in Cape May, look no further than Common Sense Sportfishing!
October 8, 2025
An unforgettable day on the water with Captain Clint! His expertise and professionalism are top-notch, and he knows all the best spots to reel in the big ones. Highly recommend Common Sense Sportfishing for anyone looking for an amazing fishing adventure.
October 8, 2025
Excellent service very friendly and would hailey recommend their charter boat to anyone that is looking to have a lots of fun and want to catch a lot of fish 🎣
October 8, 2025
Me and 5 family members went out for black seas bass, the trip was very successful and we had a great time. The captain and first mate were very helpful and gave tips and advice as we fished. Highly recommend.
October 8, 2025
We had an incredible time out on the water! Easily the best fishing trip we've ever taken. Everyone caught plenty of fish—truly an unforgettable experience!
October 8, 2025
Took an inshore trip with my twin sister, and the black sea bass were biting non-stop—doubles more often than singles! Kyle was on point the entire time, making sure we were set up and taken care of. The captain knew exactly where to go and kept us on the bite by moving when needed. We had an incredible experience and would absolutely book with Common Sense again. This crew made it one of the most memorable trips we’ve ever had. Truly top-notch!
