Rod Bendin Guide Service
Rod Bendin Guide Service
Rod Bendin Guide Service offers you a memorable day on the water full of fishing. Based in Columbia, South Carolina, Captain William Faircloth will take you to Lake Murray for a safe, fun, and enjoyable trip. You'll have a lovely experience chasing fish as well as enjoying a beautiful and relaxing environment. Pick a day that suits you and join Captain William for a great day on the water!
Your adventure will take place on a 21' Sea Pro 218 center console that sits up to 4 anglers. It's powered by a 200 HP Yamaha two stroke engine made in 2006 and is also rigged with fishfinder, GPS, and VHF radio navigation electronics. The boat comes with a wireless trolling motor, an ice-box, and a livewell.
On your trip, you'll have a fun time chasing Striped Bass using light tackle. You'll be keeping all the fish you catch, this will allow you to enjoy some delicious meals with your family or friends. Kids are welcome to come aboard, so bring them along and have a wonderful family day on the water.
Captain William takes care of all the rods, reels, tackle, live bait, and lures. Before you start the trip, make sure to bring your fishing licenses as well as the food and drinks of your choice to stay energized during your time on the water.
Rod Bendin Guide Service is waiting for you, book today and make lifelong memories fishing in South Carolina!
Rod Bendin Guide Service offers you a memorable day on the water full of fishing. Based in Columbia, South Carolina, Captain William Faircloth will take you to Lake Murray for a safe, fun, and enjoyable trip. You'll have a lovely experience chasing fish as well as enjoying a beautiful and relaxing environment. Pick a day that suits you and join Captain William for a great day on the water!
Your adventure will take place on a 21' Sea Pro 218 center console that sits up to 4 anglers. It's powered by a 200 HP Yamaha two stroke engine made in 2006 and is also rigged with fishfinder, GPS, and VHF radio navigation electronics. The boat comes with a wireless trolling motor, an ice-box, and a livewell.
On your trip, you'll have a fun time chasing Striped Bass using light tackle. You'll be keeping all the fish you catch, this will allow you to enjoy some delicious meals with your family or friends. Kids are welcome to come aboard, so bring them along and have a wonderful family day on the water.
Captain William takes care of all the rods, reels, tackle, live bait, and lures. Before you start the trip, make sure to bring your fishing licenses as well as the food and drinks of your choice to stay energized during your time on the water.
Rod Bendin Guide Service is waiting for you, book today and make lifelong memories fishing in South Carolina!
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Tim Causey5.0VerifiedA Great Trip
5 Hour Trip – Striper / Catfish on October 11, 2025 • 4 adultsChris was the best captain we could have hoped for! He was more than knowledgeable about all things fishing and made it a note to teach us throughout the trip so we could pick up some good information. Chris was very personable and overall a great host. He kept live bait on our lines and made sure to keep the boat in good locations according to the live scope. The boat was very clean, and the setup was very impressive. We had such a great time, caught some huge stripers and catfish, and made many fun memories! Definitely planning on booking with Chris again!
David GombergRepeat angler5.0VerifiedA wonderful day on the water with Captain Chris
5 Hour Trip – Striper / Catfish on May 1, 2026 • 2 adultsCaptain Chris was quite knowledgeable, but very low-key and friendly and easy to be with. We caught a bunch of striped bass, even though it was the middle of the day when the fishing was supposed to be slow. We hope to be back with him in the future.
Justin Zinn5.0VerifiedChris and his fishing trip is 10/10 all around!!!
5 Hour Trip – Striper / Catfish on April 3, 2026 • 6 adults • 4 childrenTwo adults, four children ages 9-17, and lots of fish. Chris is very knowledgeable, personable and talkative, caring, and extremely patient; and dont forget his funny side. He came prepared, prompt, and well researched for the best fishing spots for the day. We will be using him again!!! We caught striper, perch, and even a 5 pound largemouth bass. 🎣
Brian Musser5.0VerifiedSometimes everything is Perfect!
5 Hour Trip – Striper / Catfish on June 20, 2026 • 2 adultsEvery once in a while everything comes together perfectly! Great job by Chris, and the fish cooperated also. It was an amazing fishing experience.
Jessica Curtis5.0VerifiedGreat trip and guide!
5 Hour Trip – Striper / Catfish on July 3, 2026 • 4 adultsWe caught a bunch of fish and had a great time. Beautifuk boat. Will book again!
Hugh Willcox5.0VerifiedGreat fishing experience
5 Hour Trip – Striper / Catfish on April 25, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 childCaptain Chris did a great job of making everything easy for us. Look forward to doing this again.
- Bruce Mcclease5.0Verified
Fantastic
5 Hour Trip – Striper / Catfish on August 2, 2024 • 3 adults • 1 childThe trip today was fantastic. Captain William is an outstanding incredible Captain and fisherman. I wanted to schedule a memorable trip for my son and grandson and I on our first fishing trip together . Captain Williams made that possible. He was on time, professional and safe. He knew where the fish were and provided us with everything we need to catch them. I will never forget the expression on my grandson‘s face when he caught his first and the biggest fish. Even my son is considering buying a boat now and fishing more often. Captain William took safety seriously and even put my Grandson in timeout for not following instructions, which I didn’t have a problem with. Captain William is extremely knowledgeable of lake Murray and gave us a great bit of history about the lake. I would highly recommend Captain William to anyone who wants a great fishing experience.
Elizabeth Frost5.0VerifiedGreat day on the lake
5 Hour Trip – Striper / Catfish on October 7, 2023 • 2 adultsI wanted to surprise my husband for our anniversary. We couldn't have asked for anyone better than Captain Chris to be our guide. He provided everything we needed for an amazing day in the water. From his navigation of the lake to his knowledge of the fish he absolutely surpassed my expectations. We had 10 poles in the water at once! He even picked us up at the AIRBNB we were staying at on the boat. We will definitely be booking with Rod Bendin Guide Service for our next anniversary!! Thanks for an amazing day Captain Chris!
Cary Shineldecker5.0VerifiedStriper Fishing Success
5 Hour Trip – Striper / Catfish on June 20, 2025 • 3 adultsCaptain, boat and equipment are solid! We found fish and moved accordingly. Fishing was consistent. Gear was good. Great effort on part of the captain. I certainly would recommend and fish again with this captain!
Chris PluckRepeat angler5.0VerifiedPatience pays off
5 Hour Trip – Striper / Catfish on November 9, 2024 • 2 adultsWe set sail for our first time with Captain William (aka Captain Chris) this morning. Me and my son had an amazing time fishing strippers. It started off slow but by the end we drove away with plenty of BIG FISH!! I would highly recommend spending your time and money for a family friendly trip on Lake Murray with Rod Bendin’ Guide Service.
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Chris was the best captain we could have hoped for! He was more than knowledgeable about all things fishing and made it a note to teach us throughout the trip so we could pick up some good information. Chris was very personable and overall a great host. He kept live bait on our lines and made sure to keep the boat in good locations according to the live scope. The boat was very clean, and the setup was very impressive. We had such a great time, caught some huge stripers and catfish, and made many fun memories! Definitely planning on booking with Chris again!
Mr Causey I appreciate you kind words that means a lot . I really enjoyed the day we had and watching everyone catch fish even with the windy conditions we faced overall great communication and fun trip . will see yall next time
Took my dad and two best friends out with Captain Chris and had an absolute blast. He does it right which makes it easy and fun with a great boat, set up, and communication. Caught some nice fish and laughed a ton. Would absolutely recommend to anyone and will use again. Thanks for a killer time!
thank you Jeremy for the awesome and kind words we had a great time on the water today i will see yall again next time until then take care thanks again
Captain Chris was quite knowledgeable, but very low-key and friendly and easy to be with. We caught a bunch of striped bass, even though it was the middle of the day when the fishing was supposed to be slow. We hope to be back with him in the future.
thank you Mr Gomberg for you and sam fishing with me we had great conversations and a blast watching yall catching stripers.
Two adults, four children ages 9-17, and lots of fish. Chris is very knowledgeable, personable and talkative, caring, and extremely patient; and dont forget his funny side. He came prepared, prompt, and well researched for the best fishing spots for the day. We will be using him again!!! We caught striper, perch, and even a 5 pound largemouth bass. 🎣
thank you for such kind words, it was great having you and your family aboard catching fish and making memories. kids are very respectful and great helpers. thanks again see you next time
Every once in a while everything comes together perfectly! Great job by Chris, and the fish cooperated also. It was an amazing fishing experience.
thank you Brian it was an epic morning for sure see yall next time
FAQs about Rod Bendin Guide Service
- US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Striper / Catfish (4 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle (Okumka low profile reels with ugly stik rods)
- Live bait (Blue back herring or gizzard shad)
- Lures
- Lake fishing (Lake Murray )
- Light tackle
- Trolling (Planer boards)
- Bass (Striped)
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Columbia, South Carolina, United States
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Captain William loves just being on the water helping families make memories. Join him on beautiful Lake Murray and experience its charming nature and rich fishery.
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