Barry Waterston
Barry Waterston
us
New York, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified

A great fishing Charter

Catfish Trip3 adults1 child

Could not have asked for a better fishing charter. I had booked a charter with Santee Cooper Charters a few days earlier taking a chance that the weather would deal a decent hand and we weren't disappointed. Capt. Jeff was great right from the get go. Met my Son-in-law, Grandson, and myself in the parking area. Got us to the boat and within 15 or 20 minutes, had our first fish of many in the boat. My Son-in-law and I had made a bet on 1) first fish 2) most fish largest fish and we both lost out to our grandson who must have landed 25 fish himself winning all three bets. he also managed to catch 4 different species of catfish within the first few hours of the trip even before we moved into the lake. Capt. Jeff worked with him and taught him lessons that helped all of us catch a large number of fish. So many in fact, that we lost count for the day. We had decided at the beginning that we were going to only do catch and release, but i have to tell you, we would have needed a bigger cooler if we hadn't. We surely see future bookings with Santee Cooper Charters in the future. Oh, and the weather was some of the best we've had for a hot minute.

Reported Catch
Catfish
Catfish

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8 hour trip • 6 persons
US $400

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  • Michelle Kamzalow
    Michelle Kamzalow
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Striper King!

    Striper Trip • 4 adults

    My family was interested in catching striper. Captain Jeff took us to many spots on the lake & we although it was a tough time of the year, we caught some nice size striper that we could keep. As catfish are plentiful, Jeff also baited some rods for catfish. We were able to catch some nice size catfish also! It was a memorable day on the lake! I highly recommend Captain Jeff to anyone!!

    Response from Captain

    So glad you all had a good day!!!

  • Thomas Kendrick
    Thomas Kendrick
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2024
    6 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Epic day on the water!

    Catfish Trip • 1 adult

    Capt Jeff had me on fish within 20 mins of leaving the dock! The first fish of the trip was my first-ever keeper striper, and I caught 15 or more shorts. The fish of the day was a fat 29" 16 lbs striper, which beat the first one for my personal best. Three real nice channel cats, the biggest about 8 lbs, rounded out my bag. Capt Jeff really knows his stuff, and is a very personable guy. I'd highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great day of fishing.

  • Barry Smith
    Barry Smith
    Repeat angler
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Fishing

    Striper Trip • 3 adults

    We had a blast, Capt Jeff called me on the day before and said the best fishing was a couple hours before day break so we met him at 4 am, by 4:30 we were catching fish, the action was awesome. We caught stripers right up to about 8 am then moved and started catching catfish, all together we caught 50-60 fish between my buddy and myself. Captain Jeff really knows his stuff. will be going back again soon!!!!!

  • Mark Long
    Mark Long
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2023
    4 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Cap'n Jeff is The Best

    Striper Trip • 4 adults

    Captain Jeff genuinely cares about his client's fishing experience and getting fish! He's funny, humble, and very experienced with Santee fishing. Highly recommend!

    Reported Catch
    Striped Bass
    Catfish
  • Teressa Hollis
    Teressa Hollis
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great experience!

    Catfish Trip • 2 adults

    Captain Jeff is top notch! Very knowledgeable about the area, kept us moving until we were catching. Great experience overall.