Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures 

4.9
(156 reviews)
 8997 Mobile Drive, Minocqua, WI 54568, United States–

Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures 

Minocqua, WI, United States
–
21 ft
4
4.9
(156 reviews)

Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures invites you to a day of fishing fun and games on numerous prolific lakes of Oneida and Vilas Counties! With Captain Pat Wingo at the helm, you will hit some of the most productive fishing grounds in the area and learn how to land the biggest fish.

If you're a freshwater enthusiast, then you've come to the right place, because these waters are teeming with the most prized game fish. This means you can expect a wide range of species on your hook – from Bluegill and Crappie to both Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Musky, and Northern Pike.

You'll use light tackle for Crappie and Bluegill, while heavy tackle is reserved for Musky that can grow to impressive sizes. If you're going after Walleye and Bass, then jigging is a recipe for success.

Capt. Pat will provide reliable Fenwick and Shimano fishing equipment, as well as live bait and lures. After the trip, he'll clean and fillet the catch, if you'd like, so that you can cook it as soon as you come home.

Come aboard a 21' Alumacraft boat with a 150 HP Yamaha engine and you'll be on your way to the best hot spots in no time. There's room on the boat for up to 4 anglers, and the whole group can fish at the same time. The quality navigational equipment will lead the way to your prey and then, it's your time to shine.

It doesn't matter whether you're coming with a group of friends, your family, or you're hosting a corporate activity, Capt. Pat will go out of his way to organize everything for you. The only thing you should think about is buying fishing licenses, dressing warmly, and bringing a supply of food and drinks.

Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures will show you what great fishing action is all about!

Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures invites you to a day of fishing fun and games on numerous prolific lakes of Oneida and Vilas Counties! With Captain Pat Wingo at the helm, you will hit some of the most productive fishing grounds in the area and learn how to land the biggest fish.

If you're a freshwater enthusiast, then you've come to the right place, because these waters are teeming with the most prized game fish. This means you can expect a wide range of species on your hook – from Bluegill and Crappie to both Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Musky, and Northern Pike.

You'll use light tackle for Crappie and Bluegill, while heavy tackle is reserved for Musky that can grow to impressive sizes. If you're going after Walleye and Bass, then jigging is a recipe for success.

Capt. Pat will provide reliable Fenwick and Shimano fishing equipment, as well as live bait and lures. After the trip, he'll clean and fillet the catch, if you'd like, so that you can cook it as soon as you come home.

Come aboard a 21' Alumacraft boat with a 150 HP Yamaha engine and you'll be on your way to the best hot spots in no time. There's room on the boat for up to 4 anglers, and the whole group can fish at the same time. The quality navigational equipment will lead the way to your prey and then, it's your time to shine.

It doesn't matter whether you're coming with a group of friends, your family, or you're hosting a corporate activity, Capt. Pat will go out of his way to organize everything for you. The only thing you should think about is buying fishing licenses, dressing warmly, and bringing a supply of food and drinks.

Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures will show you what great fishing action is all about!

Pat Wingo
Captain
Pat Wingo
37 years of experience
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Half Day Trip
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5 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 16 - Dec 14
US $350
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 16 - Dec 14
US $450
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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Rating

4.9
156 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (82)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish

Reviews (156)

  • Steven Marino
    Steven Marino
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    Can’t say enough about Captain Pat.

    Half Day Trip on July 26, 2026 • 2 adults

    Took my grandson to his first fishing trip with Captain Pat. Every spot we stopped we caught fish. A great experience. Only downside was a major storm that cut short our 2nd day. All I can say is that I would recommend Captain Pat wholeheartedly. His equipment, knowledge of fishing and where the fish are, and his personality made this a fun trip. We will be back.

  • Erin Holmes
    Erin Holmes
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Pat is the GOAT!

    Half Day Trip on August 28, 2026 • 2 adults

    This was my second trip to Wisconsin to fish, and I finally caught my first walleye. Captain Pat gave us all the tips and tricks we needed to get our limit. He was super friendly and knowledgeable, and we’ve already booked a spring fishing trip with him as well. 

  • Trevor Vandekreeke
    Trevor Vandekreeke
    Repeat angler
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2023
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent day!

    Half Day Trip on May 2, 2026 • 3 adults

    First time I was out with a Walleye charter. Cold start, weather and fish, but turned out beautifully. We ended up with 2 excellent Walleyes, 26+, and 24+ inchers. I would highly recommend Captain Pat to put you on some quality fish. Thanks again for a wonderful charter.

  • Chloe Eitrem
    Chloe Eitrem
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    AWESOME Trip with Pat Wingo

    Half Day Trip on August 26, 2026 • 4 adults

    The trip was amazing and our resident had a blast fufulling a dream of going back out fishing again. Pat was super nice and friendly and knew all the right spots!

  • Chris Niederklopfer
    Chris Niederklopfer
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great trip

    Half Day Trip on August 1, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Had a great time with Captin Pat. He got my son and I some nice walleye. We had a great time and experience wth himand would definitely book with him again.

  • Roberta Bayrhoffer
    Roberta Bayrhoffer
    Repeat angler
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Nice walleye fishing

    Full Day Trip on July 16, 2026 • 3 adults

    Pat was a great host and we caught fish, and of course lost some. Great 1/2 day fishing and will book again.

  • Michael Robinson
    Michael Robinson
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Good Trip

    Full Day Trip on July 14, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

    We were looking to get off the shore and found him. He did everything he could to get us on fish. Weather was abnormally warm.

  • Paul Wankle
    Paul Wankle
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    The fish weren't biting but Pat was great and I did catch a 35 1/2" Walleye!and we

    Half Day Trip on August 30, 2026 • 2 adults

    Thanks, nice service, we were picked up at our dock on Big Crawling Stone.

  • Michael Schroer
    Michael Schroer
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    super fun trip!

    Half Day Trip on July 20, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    captain Pat is very nice and very patient helping a 8 and 11 yr old learn to fish. great experience!

  • Jim Schoepke
    Jim Schoepke
    Repeat angler
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Perfect gift idea

    Half Day Trip on June 11, 2025 • 3 adults

    This was a gift to my father. At 86 there is little one can get someone at that age. So, we got him this trip. It was a great experience for dad, he caught a lot of fish, and he really enjoyed his day out fishing. I would do it again i a heartbeat. Pat was very knowledgable about the fish we wanted to fish and where to go. Some of the best fishing I have done with my dad.

Rating

4.9
156 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (82)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish

All reviews (156)

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John Hulverson
John Hulverson
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
beyond expectations
Half Day Trip on September 6, 2026 • 4 adults

Our family of four was just looking to fish for anything but panfish, we ended up catching walleye all morning. Pat put us on the fish right away, including an exciting 28” walleye catch for my son. The ones we kept, Pat filleted and packed in ice and gave us his recommendation for grilling them up, which we did the same day. It was such a fun experience!

Brook Nienhaus
Brook Nienhaus
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fun Fun Fun
Half Day Trip on August 10, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

We had a great fun and successful fishing trip. Captain Pat was great! He knew where to find us fish and was very helpful and patient with us as we are not fishing people. He was extra helpful and encouraging to our 10 year old son and helped him catch the biggest fish of the day. We would definitely us him again and recommend him. 😀😀😀

Steven Marino
Steven Marino
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2020
5.0
Verified
Can’t say enough about Captain Pat.
Half Day Trip on July 26, 2026 • 2 adults

Took my grandson to his first fishing trip with Captain Pat. Every spot we stopped we caught fish. A great experience. Only downside was a major storm that cut short our 2nd day. All I can say is that I would recommend Captain Pat wholeheartedly. His equipment, knowledge of fishing and where the fish are, and his personality made this a fun trip. We will be back.

Reported catch:
Walleye
Crappie
Northern Pike
Erin Holmes
Erin Holmes
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Captain Pat is the GOAT!
Half Day Trip on August 28, 2026 • 2 adults

This was my second trip to Wisconsin to fish, and I finally caught my first walleye. Captain Pat gave us all the tips and tricks we needed to get our limit. He was super friendly and knowledgeable, and we’ve already booked a spring fishing trip with him as well. 

Reported catch:
Walleye
Trevor Vandekreeke
Trevor Vandekreeke
Repeat angler
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2023
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Excellent day!
Half Day Trip on May 2, 2026 • 3 adults

First time I was out with a Walleye charter. Cold start, weather and fish, but turned out beautifully. We ended up with 2 excellent Walleyes, 26+, and 24+ inchers. I would highly recommend Captain Pat to put you on some quality fish. Thanks again for a wonderful charter.

Reported catch:
Walleye
Pat Wingo
Response from Captain

Great Fishing and Freezing with you guys !!

FAQs about Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures

Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group - Half Day Trip (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Garmin
  • Fishfinder Garmin
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano and Penguin)
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing (Vilas and Oneida County Lakes)
Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Jigging
  • Ice fishing
Top targeted fish species with Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Crappie
  • Muskellunge (Musky)
  • Pike (Northern)
  • Walleye

Your captain

Pat Wingo
Pat Wingo
Minocqua, Wisconsin, United States
ID & license verified
168 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2019
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Pat Wingo has been fishing most of his life, and he's been a licensed guide since 1989. Fishing is his passion and calling so much so that he used to hand-make lures. These days, running charters is Capt. Pat's full-time job and he loves teaching anglers of all levels new fishing tricks. He also guides ice fishing expeditions during the winter.
Pat Wingo
Pat Wingo
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
168
reviews
2019
member since
~1h
response
Captain Pat Wingo has been fishing most of his life, and he's been a licensed guide since 1989. Fishing is his passion and calling so much so that he used to hand-make lures. These days, running charters is Capt. Pat's full-time job and he loves teaching anglers of all levels new fishing tricks. He also guides ice fishing expeditions during the winter.

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Crappie
Crappie
Muskellunge (Musky)
Muskellunge (Musky)
Northern Pike
Northern Pike
Walleye
Walleye
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Crappie
Crappie
Muskellunge (Musky)
Muskellunge (Musky)
Northern Pike
Northern Pike

Real catches by this captain

  • AWESOME Trip with Pat Wingo
    Chloe E.
    Chloe E.
  • Can’t say enough about Captain Pat.
    Steven M.
    Steven M.
  • Great Guide!  Would use him again!
    Mark K.
    Mark K.
  • Captain Pat is AWESOME!
    Allison F.
    Allison F.
  • Great Captain
    Kelli F.
    Kelli F.
  • North Woods Fishing Trip
    Jason B.
    Jason B.
  • We caught over 50 fish.
    Mike M.
    Mike M.
  • Perfect gift idea
    Jim S.
    Jim S.
  • Rick C.  Oregon illinois
    Rick C.
    Rick C.
  • 29 1/2 inch walleye!
    Al S.
    Al S.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Alumacraft
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Jigging
Ice Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Garmin
Fishfinder
Garmin
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano and Penguin
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Minocqua to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
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
 Checks

What’s biting in Minocqua right now

Bass (Largemouth)Bass (Largemouth)
Bass (Smallmouth)Bass (Smallmouth)
CrappieCrappie
Muskellunge (Musky)Muskellunge (Musky)
Pike (Northern)Pike (Northern)
WalleyeWalleye

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