Captain
Brett Hagood

Member since February 2018 Islamorada, United States
Background
Capt. Brett moved to Islamorada in 1983 and spent his childhood fishing in the shallow waters of Florida Bay and learning the hidden secrets of the Upper Florida Keys. His father, who has been a backcountry fishing guide for the past 30 years, would allow Brett to disappear for hours in his boat, exploring the local waterways and islands and setting the groundwork for what would eventually become his true passion – helping others experience this tropical paradise in the best way possible – from the water. After high school, Capt. Brett became a State Certified Firefighter / EMT and volunteered with Islamorada Fire Rescue for a few years before moving to central Florida to pursue a career as a professional firefighter in Lakeland. 10 years later, he decided that the islands were drawing him home and made the decision to bring his family back to the place where it all began. True Island Adventures isn’t just a business for Captain Brett and his family – it’s a lifestyle….

Hey, I'm Captain Brett Hagood

Islamorada, United States
Background
Capt. Brett moved to Islamorada in 1983 and spent his childhood fishing in the shallow waters of Florida Bay and learning the hidden secrets of the Upper Florida Keys. His father, who has been a backcountry fishing guide for the past 30 years, would allow Brett to disappear for hours in his boat, exploring the local waterways and islands and setting the groundwork for what would eventually become his true passion – helping others experience this tropical paradise in the best way possible – from the water. After high school, Capt. Brett became a State Certified Firefighter / EMT and volunteered with Islamorada Fire Rescue for a few years before moving to central Florida to pursue a career as a professional firefighter in Lakeland. 10 years later, he decided that the islands were drawing him home and made the decision to bring his family back to the place where it all began. True Island Adventures isn’t just a business for Captain Brett and his family – it’s a lifestyle….
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(25 reviews)
Islamorada
Trips from US $700

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 25 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (9)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Steven E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Morning in the Back Country

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip on May 6, 2025
I am a novice fisherman and Brett made this a fun learning experience.ย  I thoroughly enjoyed the time in the back country...
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Adam D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day on water

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on December 28, 2024
Captain Brett put us on fish right away. Was a little unsure booking a late December fishing charter but quickly realized there...
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Shirley H.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Good for practicing fishing

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on January 3, 2025
We were hoping to catch something we could take home. This was discussed in advance with the caption. Although we caught lots...
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Bob B.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Good time with Captain Brett

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on April 9, 2024
Took my sister and brother-in-law out for their first ocean fishing experience. Captain Brett was patient in teaching them...
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Alan G.
Austin, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day morning trip.

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on June 20, 2021
Oh man what a treat! My wife, daughter, and I spent the morning with Captain Brett on the beautiful waters of the Florida Keys....
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