Captain
Brad Padgett

Member since October 2019 Summerton, United States
Background
"I have been fishing the Santee Cooper lakes for over 30 years and have always had great success catching big Cats. I decided it was time to love my job so I became a licensed fishing guide." Capt. Brad is an example of how it's never too late to follow your passion. He started fishing when he was 5 years old, had it as a hobby, and finally turned it into a profession.

Hey, I'm Captain Brad Padgett

Summerton, United States
Background
"I have been fishing the Santee Cooper lakes for over 30 years and have always had great success catching big Cats. I decided it was time to love my job so I became a licensed fishing guide." Capt. Brad is an example of how it's never too late to follow your passion. He started fishing when he was 5 years old, had it as a hobby, and finally turned it into a profession.
Anglers Choice
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Nav-a-gator Charter Service

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(161 reviews)
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Summerton
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Trips from US $350

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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 161 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Phil L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Caught a cooler full

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on October 13, 2023
Capt Brad worked hard to get us on fish that were biting. We caught some really nice cats and had a blast.
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Ben M.
Gray Court, SC
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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Full day drip with Captain Brad

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 31, 2023
Captain Brad was knowledgeable and professional and knew right where to find the cats. The trip was great. We had a blast.
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Brian B.
Beaufort, SC
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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Whole day trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on March 17, 2023
This was the second year with Captain Brad and he does not disappoint.ย  We will be coming back next year.
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Chad R.
Baldwin, GA
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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Boat load of fish

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on September 9, 2023
We caught a lot of big fish. Several over 14lbs. Couldnโ€™t ask for a better day.ย  Thanks captain Brad
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Chad R.
Baldwin, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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18 fish

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 22, 2023
We caught 18 fish ranging from 1lbs to 25 lbs. Ended up with 30 lbs of fillets
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