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.
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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
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Donald T.
Canvas, WV
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Anniversary 2nd Day of fiahing

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on May 8, 2023
We had a wonderful 2 days of fishing with Brad. The conditions were just right allowing us to take advantage of the wind and...
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Jeffery M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Catfish

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on May 6, 2024
Very knowledgeable and experienced captain. Put us on lots of blue cats ranging from 8-18 pounds.
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Linda S.
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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The trip was great

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on May 1, 2024
The captain was knowledgeable and we were well pleased with our trip. We had a great day. Thanks Brad
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Lloyd S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day fishing

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 21, 2024
My friends and I are looking forward to a another day of fishing with Brad
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Mark R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Everyone Caught Fish

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on May 10, 2024
Captain Brad was very knowledgeable and we all caught multiple fish.
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