Captain
Doug Goodman

Member since September 2018 Englewood, United States
Background
Captain Doug Goodman has been exploring his love of fishing for over 35 years and he's got the knowledge to prove it. He's been a USCG captain since 2015, but he started fishing much earlier and his passion only grew over time. Not only does Capt. Doug know how to put you on the fish, but he's also very pleasant and every trip with him is a joy you'll want to repeat.
Techniques
Our goal is to provide diverse options to your normal fishing experience.  We will provide you something different and entertaining.  We believe in making your experience like no other fishing charter and one you and your family will remember for a lifetime.

Hey, I'm Captain Doug Goodman

Englewood, United States
Background
Captain Doug Goodman has been exploring his love of fishing for over 35 years and he's got the knowledge to prove it. He's been a USCG captain since 2015, but he started fishing much earlier and his passion only grew over time. Not only does Capt. Doug know how to put you on the fish, but he's also very pleasant and every trip with him is a joy you'll want to repeat.
Techniques
Our goal is to provide diverse options to your normal fishing experience.  We will provide you something different and entertaining.  We believe in making your experience like no other fishing charter and one you and your family will remember for a lifetime.
74
Reviews
22
Fishing Reports

My Charter Listings

Divergent Fishing Charters (FL)

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(59 reviews)
Englewood
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Trips from US $495

Divergent Fishing Charters (VA)

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(15 reviews)
Saluda
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Trips from US $500

Fishing Reports

It may be hot outside but the bite been
It may be hot outside but the bite been
Jul 25, 2025 Saluda
Fishing this week has picked up over the past few weeks. Things are continuing to pickup as we approach the hot days of summer. We had another citation catch this week. It's a about having happy clients on the boat and we thank you ball for supporting us. We thank you.
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Good Family Fishing
Good Family Fishing
Sep 1, 2023 Saluda
Dinner and returning customers. We thank you. The fishing has been getting better every week.
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The Red Fish bite has been on fire !
The Red Fish bite has been on fire !
Aug 27, 2023 Saluda
We've been in the water back to back days, the last couple of weeks The fishing has been awesome. Back country trips are currently frying pan (Dinner) trips. Give us a call today and lets go catching.
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Starlight Fishing
Starlight Fishing
Sep 20, 2022 Englewood
JOIN the 40" Club on a night adventure with Divergent Fishing Charters... Big Snook and Tarpon. See you on the dock. Reminder, get booked to get hooked.
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Redfish bite.... is on fire !
Redfish bite.... is on fire !
Aug 1, 2022 Englewood
The last few weeks have been overwhelming. The Redfish bite had been totally awesomeness. The cobia bite is now pickings back up. Give us a call. Get booked and hooked.
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The mackerel have arrived.
The mackerel have arrived.
Apr 15, 2022 Englewood
It was great having Jaclyn family out today. The mackerel bite has differently pickup. The water color of the Gulf of Mexico is truly amazing this time of year. Come check out Divergent Fishing Charters. Get booked today and get hooked.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 74 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (99)
Very knowledgeable, and worked hard to put us on fish
Very knowledgeable, and worked hard to put us on fish
Half Day with Capt. Doug
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Angler rating
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Elizabeth M.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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What a time.

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hourโ€“River Adventure/Inshore (PM) on September 22, 2025
Captain Doug is very knowledgeable about the waters of the Rappahannock, Carrotomen, and Chesapeake Bay. We visited all three...
Elizabeth M. recommends Divergent Fishing Charters (VA)
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John S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Very knowledgeable, and worked hard to put us on fish

VERIFIED   River Adventure - Inshore AM on July 26, 2025
Captain Doug was also great with my granddaughter. If you want to bring kids fishing, heโ€™s the one!
John S. recommends Divergent Fishing Charters (VA)
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Paul S.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Fishing with Doug

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Backcountry (AM) on October 3, 2025
Paul S. recommends Divergent Fishing Charters (VA)
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Josh K.
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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Captain Doug is awesome

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Backcountry (PM) on November 9, 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed the fishing trip with Divergent. We are booking again and look forward to catching our limit!
Josh K. recommends Divergent Fishing Charters (VA)
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Matt P.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Fishing with Doug

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Backcountry (PM) on May 9, 2025
Matt P. recommends Divergent Fishing Charters (VA)
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