Full Moon Fishing Service–Rend Lake
+20Full Moon Fishing Service specializes in introducing their clients to many southern Illinois lakes. Join your guide Fred Mooney and let him take you to Rend Lake, where you will be fishing for Crappie. Capt. Fred also runs trips on Kincaid lake, Lake of Egypt, and Carlyle Lake if they suit you better.
Enjoy the ‘Great Lakes of Southern Illinois’ . You will go out aboard an 18.5’ Procraft boat, which has plenty of space for up to 3 anglers. The boat was built back in 1991 and fully overhauled in 2019. It has a single 150 HP Mercury engine and modern electronics, along with a wireless trolling motor and a live bait tank.
Full Moon Fishing Service is run and operated by Fred Mooney, a local professional. He has been fishing the area for his whole life and knows the best spots around. Fred is a proud husband and a father of 3.
On your day out, you will be fishing with light tackle. Your guide Fred will provide you with quality rods, reels, tackle, and lures. Live bait will also be supplied, along with a complimentary fish cleaning service. Fred will offer you bottled water so you could feel free to bring your own snacks with you.
Whichever trip you decide to choose, rest assured that Fred will work hard to put you on fish. His company also operates on other lakes and reservoirs in. You could browse by clicking Full Moon Fishing Service at the bottom of the page.
Captain
Fred Mooney
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+144Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
93%
Caught fish
94%
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Crappie fishing with Fred
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 6, 2025
We went on a pretty hot day in August my 11 year old nephew wanted to try it out. Fred is really good with kids he was patient and taught him a lot. He worked pretty hard on a really hot day and still found the fish!
We went on a pretty hot day in August my 11 year old nephew wanted to try it out. Fred is really good with kids he was patient and taught him a lot. He worked pretty hard on a really hot day and still found the fish!
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Be ready to catch fish!
3/4 day on July 10, 2025
Fred uses the most modern equipment and techniques to get on fish. If you’ve been fishing for a long time, you’re gonna learn something new! If this is your first time you’re gonna be amazed at how technology and Fishing has come together to yield excellent results.
Fred uses the most modern equipment and techniques to get on fish. If you’ve been fishing for a long time, you’re gonna learn something new! If this is your first time you’re gonna be amazed at how technology and Fishing has come together to yield excellent results.
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Full Moon Fishing with Fred
3/4 day on June 4, 2025
Fred is a great guide and very knowledgeable about not only Rend Lake but the surrounding area's lakes. He is very personable and experienced. You can't go wrong with Full Moon Fishing Service.
Fred is a great guide and very knowledgeable about not only Rend Lake but the surrounding area's lakes. He is very personable and experienced. You can't go wrong with Full Moon Fishing Service.
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3rd time is still a charm!
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 28, 2025
My son loves this trip every year! He can’t wait to go again this fall! Definitely recommend Fred!
My son loves this trip every year! He can’t wait to go again this fall! Definitely recommend Fred!
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Windy that day, but worked to find the fish for my. Grandson
3/4 day on May 20, 2025
FAQs about Full Moon Fishing Service–Rend Lake
What are the trip rates for Full Moon Fishing Service–Rend Lake?
Full Moon Fishing Service–Rend Lake offers the following trips to customers:
- US $300 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 day (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Full Moon Fishing Service–Rend Lake?
When you book a trip with Full Moon Fishing Service–Rend Lake, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Wireless Trolling Motor
- Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Full Moon Fishing Service–Rend Lake?
Trips booked with Full Moon Fishing Service–Rend Lake include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Drinks (Bottled water)
What types of fishing does Full Moon Fishing Service–Rend Lake offer?
Full Moon Fishing Service–Rend Lake offers the following type of fishing:
- Lake Fishing
What fishing techniques does Full Moon Fishing Service–Rend Lake offer?
Full Moon Fishing Service–Rend Lake offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
Which fish species can I catch with Full Moon Fishing Service–Rend Lake?
Top targeted fish species with Full Moon Fishing Service–Rend Lake include:
- Crappie
Your captain
Whittington, Illinois, United States
I am a lifetime outdoorsman that had a life-changing experience battling cancer and decided to follow my passion and have never looked back. Crappie is my preferred species but a background in Bass fishing is what drives me to find the big ones.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Lake Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Bottled water
How cancellations work
Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
What the listing policies are
Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can pay
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.