Captain
John D Fowler Sr

Member since April 2021 South Padre Island, United States
Background
I’ve been fishing since I could walk. I lost my father at a young age but it never stopped me from the outdoors. A lot of my younger life was spent in freshwater but as I went on through the years I felt like I mastered it, so I moved to saltwater. My inspiration has always been to show people a great experience and watch the smiles on people, and I love to make kids have a good time with their parents or family.
Techniques
On Freedom we specialize in many different types of fishing whether it be bottom fishing for snapper, to going out 100 miles to chase a trophy marlin or tuna. We prefer trolling or bottom fishing. COMING SOON: We will be adding BAY FISHING CHARTERS on HIGH VOLTAGE a customized 20’ tunnel boat that will run in 6” of water along with 200 HP Evinrude Ocean Runner. Fully equipped with top of the line fishing gear. More to come on BAY FISHING!!

Hey, I'm Captain John D Fowler Sr

South Padre Island, United States
Background
I’ve been fishing since I could walk. I lost my father at a young age but it never stopped me from the outdoors. A lot of my younger life was spent in freshwater but as I went on through the years I felt like I mastered it, so I moved to saltwater. My inspiration has always been to show people a great experience and watch the smiles on people, and I love to make kids have a good time with their parents or family.
Techniques
On Freedom we specialize in many different types of fishing whether it be bottom fishing for snapper, to going out 100 miles to chase a trophy marlin or tuna. We prefer trolling or bottom fishing. COMING SOON: We will be adding BAY FISHING CHARTERS on HIGH VOLTAGE a customized 20’ tunnel boat that will run in 6” of water along with 200 HP Evinrude Ocean Runner. Fully equipped with top of the line fishing gear. More to come on BAY FISHING!!

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.6 / 5
(143 reviews)
South Padre Island
 Last booking: 2 hours ago
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Trips from US $975

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 143 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
83%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
92%
Satisfied with the boat
91%
Caught fish
89%
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Andrew B.
Bad
2.0 / 5
Experience:
Bad
2.0 / 5
Boat
Bad
2.0 / 5
Crew
Bad
2.0 / 5
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VERIFIED   Half day A.M. on January 17, 2025
Just facts here: -captain said two sentences to our group -2hr boat ride to the reef. (No trolling) 2hr back.
Andrew B. does not recommend SPI Freedom Fishing
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Jevon D.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Beautiful day just no bites.

VERIFIED   Half day A.M. on March 30, 2024
The crew was great, it was beautiful day. Unfortunantly no catches, it was definitely a day of fishing. Tried multiple locations,...
Jevon D. recommends SPI Freedom Fishing
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Clayton H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

First Timers

VERIFIED   Half day P.M. on August 3, 2023
It was a great trip for those who havenโ€™t ever fished off shore. We caught what we could, the crew was patient and showed...
Clayton H. recommends SPI Freedom Fishing
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James S.
New Waverly, TX
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

12 hr trip

VERIFIED   10 Hour Trip on July 3, 2022
Captain John kept us on fish most of the day. His crew was always there to help and did an great job keeping the operation...
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Gentry S.
Sulphur Springs, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent Half Day Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on June 1, 2022
My husband and I have chartered many fishing trips. This trip was one of the best. Before going out on boat we had a few questions....
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