Set The Hook Guide Service 

4.9/5 (33 reviews)
  Recent reports
 3746 Sunset Drive, Spring Park, MN 55384, United States

Set The Hook Guide Service is located in Spring Park and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.

Capt. Todd aims to tailor every trip to your specific needs, so let him know what you’re after! Depending on the trip and species, you’ll be using techniques like trolling, jigging, and spinning. You’re looking at 4 to 8-hour trips, where you’ll usually go after the likes of Pike, Crappie, Walleye, Bass, Sunfish, and Muskellunge, depending on the weather and time of year.

Your adventure begins on board a 20 Ranger boat that can fit a maximum of 4 anglers. The boat is fitted with an ice box and wireless trolling motor. Want to bring the rest of the family along for the ride? Kids are welcome aboard, so you’re free to make it a family adventure.

All rods, reels and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. If you don’t catch a fish your next trip is free.

Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time. You’ll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Set The Hook Guide Service.

Todd Stauffer

Captain

Todd Stauffer

20 years of experience
 responds within an hour

Highlights

 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

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Half Day Trip

 In demand! Last booked: 15 hours ago

FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $2,800 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half day trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $2,800 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $3,500 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $4,200 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 33 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (50)

Knew his stuff
Great day!
Great day of fishing
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

100%

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Jason K.
Jason K.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Brisk Morning Fishing

VERIFIED

Half day trip on September 7, 2024

It was a beautiful cool morning on the lake. Todd was early and all ready to go when I arrived with my kids. It was a slow start finding fish but we finally found the right spot and actually had a triple catch with myself and 2 kids. Todd was great with the kids and we all had a great time. We mostly caught bass and northern, but there was a crappie and pumpkin seed mixed in as well. Todd allowed us to extend the booking a couple hours since his afternoon was free. Roughly 25 fish later we called it a day. Definitely recommend booking with Todd, as we will do next year when I plan our next outing!

It was a beautiful cool morning on the lake. Todd was early and all ready to go when I arrived with my kids. It was a slow start finding fish but we finally found the right spot and actually had a triple catch with myself and 2 kids. Todd was great with the kids and we all had a great time. We mostly caught bass and northern, but there was a crappie and pumpkin seed mixed in as well. Todd allowed us to extend the booking a couple hours since his afternoon was free. Roughly 25 fish later we...  

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 Jason K. recommends Set The Hook Guide Service
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Todd Stauffer
Todd Stauffer (The Captain)
Replied on September 10, 2024
Thanks, Jason! It was fun spending time with you and your kids. Your kids were great and could've spent the whole day on the lake. I could tell they have been brought up by great parents. I will see you next year.

Ben B.
Ben B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Experienced guide who knows the water well and where the fish are biting

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip on July 22, 2024

My father in law is visiting from out of state and I wanted to make sure he had an opportunity to get some fishing in while he was here. Todd took us out for a 3/4 day trip on Lake Minnetonka. He was very professional, extremely knowledgeable, and had all of the equipment we needed to catch lots of fish. Early in the day my father in law hooked an extremely respectable sized pike that was definitely photo worthy. The rest of our time was spent landing largemouth bass, a rock bass, and a couple of extremely aggressive slab sized sunfish. All in all, we landed 23 fish during the trip. Todd knows the water like the back of his hand and knows what techniques will get the fish to bite. That's really the true value of a skilled guide. We were able to focus our time on enjoying the beautiful day and reeling in lots of tough fighting fish while Todd kept us in the right areas, pointed in the right direction, and netting all the fish we were bringing in. I am super appreciative of the time I got to spend with my father in law making some good memories.

My father in law is visiting from out of state and I wanted to make sure he had an opportunity to get some fishing in while he was here. Todd took us out for a 3/4 day trip on Lake Minnetonka. He was very professional, extremely knowledgeable, and had all of the equipment we needed to catch lots of fish. Early in the day my father in law hooked an extremely respectable sized pike that was definitely photo worthy. The rest of our time was spent landing largemouth bass, a rock bass, and a couple...  

 Ben B. recommends Set The Hook Guide Service
Todd Stauffer
Todd Stauffer (The Captain)
Replied on July 23, 2024
Thanks Ben, it was a fun day with you guys.

Amanda K.
Amanda K.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Friendly, great stories, knowledgeable, overall wonderful trip!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip on September 22, 2024

Captain Todd was great the entire trip. We felt at ease like we were fishing with an old friend. He entertained us with many fun and interesting stories about fishing experiences and the houses along the lake. We caught a good number of fish and he was very knowledgeable about where to go to find fish while we were out. I would definitely recommend him for experienced fishermen and those that are just learning.

Captain Todd was great the entire trip. We felt at ease like we were fishing with an old friend. He entertained us with many fun and interesting stories about fishing experiences and the houses along the lake. We caught a good number of fish and he was very knowledgeable about where to go to find fish while we were out. I would definitely recommend him for experienced fishermen and those that are just learning.  

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 Amanda K. recommends Set The Hook Guide Service
Todd Stauffer
Todd Stauffer (The Captain)
Replied on September 23, 2024
Thanks, Amanda. It was a fun morning with you guys.

Steve G.
Steve G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day of fishing

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Half Day Trip on June 5, 2025

My wife and I needed some time away on the water. Captain Todd was ready to go when got there, very laid back and put us on some fish to keep us reeling them in most of the morning. We would highly recommend him!

My wife and I needed some time away on the water. Captain Todd was ready to go when got there, very laid back and put us on some fish to keep us reeling them in most of the morning. We would highly recommend him!  

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 Steve G. recommends Set The Hook Guide Service
Todd Stauffer
Todd Stauffer (The Captain)
Replied on June 7, 2025
Thanks, Steve. It was a fun morning with you guys.

Bill T.
Bill T.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day!

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Full Day Trip on June 6, 2025

Caught a ton of fish and a wide variety too. Great boat and equipment provided. Capt. Todd is very knowledgeable and has a ton on spots to try.

Caught a ton of fish and a wide variety too. Great boat and equipment provided. Capt. Todd is very knowledgeable and has a ton on spots to try.  

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 Bill T. recommends Set The Hook Guide Service
Todd Stauffer
Todd Stauffer (The Captain)
Replied on June 7, 2025
Thanks, Bill! The fish sure bit well today. Nice job catching so many fish and on the nice 20.5" walleye.

FAQs about Set The Hook Guide Service

What are the trip rates for Set The Hook Guide Service?

Set The Hook Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half day trip (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Set The Hook Guide Service?

When you book a trip with Set The Hook Guide Service, 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 Set The Hook Guide Service?

Trips booked with Set The Hook Guide Service include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Sometimes we will use livebait which is included in the trip.)
  • Lures
What types of fishing does Set The Hook Guide Service offer?

Set The Hook Guide Service offers the following type of fishing:

  • Lake Fishing
What fishing techniques does Set The Hook Guide Service offer?

Set The Hook Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Ice Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Set The Hook Guide Service?

Top targeted fish species with Set The Hook Guide Service include:

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

Meet your captain

Todd Stauffer

Spring Park, Minnesota, United States

7 Fishing Reports
33 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2022

If you don’t catch a fish your next trip is free. I’ve been guiding on Lake Minnetonka for 16 years.

Fish you can target

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

Your boat

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Ranger
Boat type
Bass boat

Engine model
Mercury 250 Pro XS
Powered by
2 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
62 knots

Where you can fish

Lake Fishing

How you can fish

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Ice Fishing

What's on board

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Wireless Trolling Motor

Ice Box

Included in the price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Sometimes we will use livebait which is included in the trip.

Lures

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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 not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

There are no age limits.

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How to pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

 Checks

What’s biting in Spring Park right now

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

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