Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures–Ice Fishing

If you’re looking for a fun and memorable family outing, turn to Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures for an exciting ice fishing expedition! If you’ve never had the chance to fish on ice, then Captain Pat Wingo will gladly show you how it’s done.

From mid-December to mid-March, you get the opportunity to hit one of the many lakes in the Oneida or Vilas County and explore their ice fishing potential. Depending on ice conditions, you will either walk or drive (on four wheelers or in trucks) to the best fishing spots.

The captain will either bring a portable heated ice shack or you will go to one of the permanent ones located on the most productive fishing grounds. All shacks have heating, a grill, sonar, and an underwater camera so you will fish in full comfort. Capt. Pat will even drill holes in the ice for you, so you just need to drop your line and wait for the bite.

When it comes to your catch, your main targets are Northern Pike, Crappie, and Walleye and the bite is excellent despite the low temperatures. Your guide will have all the necessary fishing equipment for you, and he’ll even fillet everything for you after the trip.

On your side, you should bring a Wisconsin fishing license, drinks, snacks, and lunch on longer trips. After that, your ice fishing escapades with Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures can begin!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Dec 15 - Mar 15
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $350
    This is the perfect expedition for passionate ice fishermen who would like nothing better than to have 6 hours to catch their limit. On your to-catch list are Crappie, Northern Pike, and Walleye – all the species known for their pronounced fighting abilities and deliciousness. Dress appropriately for the Minnesota winter, buy a fishing license, stock up on food and drinks, and your fishing quest can begin.

Customer reviews

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Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Steve R.
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VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on January 27, 2024
This was a first time Ice Fishing experience for my wife and she was very hesitant and nervous, but when we arrived at the...
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Hondo P.
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Great time!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on January 13, 2024
Captain and his son had everything set up before we got there and they supplied us with everything we needed! We were able
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Matthew G.
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Great time ice fishing with Pat.

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on January 26, 2024
Pat is a great guide.  Knows the area and his craft like a pro.  Would highly recommend for any fishing season.
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Jeremy F.
Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
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Last minute 2022 ice fishing trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on February 26, 2022
Pat was awesome. We showed up and he was waiting to haul us out to where he had everything set up and ready with vexlar’s...
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Joe W.
Santa Maria, CA
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Great Trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on January 18, 2022
I had a great fishing trip with Pat.  We started catching fish immediately, and it never stopped.  Not only was this a fantastic...
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FAQs about Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures–Ice Fishing

Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures–Ice Fishing offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $350 per group - Full Day Trip (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures–Ice Fishing, you can expect the following amenity onboard:
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures–Ice Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano and Penguin)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks

Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures–Ice Fishing offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing (Vilas and Oneida County Lakes)

Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures–Ice Fishing offers the following fishing technique:
  • Ice Fishing (Tip-Ups and jigging)

Top targeted fish species with Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures–Ice Fishing include:
  • Crappie
  • Pike (Northern)
  • Walleye

Meet the Captain

Pat Wingo
Minocqua, Wisconsin, United States
ID & license verified
129 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2019
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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.

About this listing

Targeted species

Crappie Crappie
Pike (Northern) Northern Pike
Walleye Walleye

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Vilas and Oneida County Lakes

Fishing techniques

Ice Fishing
Tip-Ups and jigging

Amenities

Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano and Penguin
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

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

Payment

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

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