Northern Hoosier Outdoors
Northern Hoosier Outdoors
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Greetings fellow fishermen! Welcome to NHO!
No matter your level of experience in fishing, we are glad to have you here and ready to take you on your next fishing adventure! That cooler air is getting us excited and ready for this upcoming ice fishing season, we hope you join us this winter to catch fish, build relationships, gain knowledge, and above all else, have FUN!
I'm your captain, Brandon Swartz, but you can call me, 'Northern' if you like, a lot of folks do. Ice fishing trips are based on ice and weather conditions. When the charter is scheduled, I will get in contact with the customer and go over current ice conditions close to the date of the scheduled outing. If conditions don't allow for safe travels and activities, we can attempt to reschedule to get you on the fish and enjoy your time out on the ice safely at a different date. Weather changes fast in Minnesota, and we do our best to monitor it as it changes.
We fish for a variety of Minnesota's species. Typical outings we catch: Panfish (Sunfish, Crappies, Perch) Bass, Pike, and Walleye. Occasionally, a Musky has been fought and sometimes caught. All rods, tip-ups, tackle, and bait are included, guests are required to have a valid fishing license and dress in layers, with warm socks and boots (feet are first to get cold standing on ice) and winter coats, warm hats, and gloves. CAPTAIN RESERVES RIGHT TO DENY GUESTS WHO COME ILL PREPARED, we take frostbite seriously!
When outside using tip-ups or traveling to the spot, warm winter gear is a must. Inside the ice house, you will be able to remove layers and enjoy a warm and comfortable temperature to catch fish and enjoy snacks. OCCASIONALLY, and at captain's discretion, warm cooked meals, snacks, and drinks may be provided that were agreed upon with customer. If you or any guests attending with you have allergies or medical conditions, please address them to the captain when you book your outing for safety of all.
Thank you! Welcome aboard matey!
Greetings fellow fishermen! Welcome to NHO!
No matter your level of experience in fishing, we are glad to have you here and ready to take you on your next fishing adventure! That cooler air is getting us excited and ready for this upcoming ice fishing season, we hope you join us this winter to catch fish, build relationships, gain knowledge, and above all else, have FUN!
I'm your captain, Brandon Swartz, but you can call me, 'Northern' if you like, a lot of folks do. Ice fishing trips are based on ice and weather conditions. When the charter is scheduled, I will get in contact with the customer and go over current ice conditions close to the date of the scheduled outing. If conditions don't allow for safe travels and activities, we can attempt to reschedule to get you on the fish and enjoy your time out on the ice safely at a different date. Weather changes fast in Minnesota, and we do our best to monitor it as it changes.
We fish for a variety of Minnesota's species. Typical outings we catch: Panfish (Sunfish, Crappies, Perch) Bass, Pike, and Walleye. Occasionally, a Musky has been fought and sometimes caught. All rods, tip-ups, tackle, and bait are included, guests are required to have a valid fishing license and dress in layers, with warm socks and boots (feet are first to get cold standing on ice) and winter coats, warm hats, and gloves. CAPTAIN RESERVES RIGHT TO DENY GUESTS WHO COME ILL PREPARED, we take frostbite seriously!
When outside using tip-ups or traveling to the spot, warm winter gear is a must. Inside the ice house, you will be able to remove layers and enjoy a warm and comfortable temperature to catch fish and enjoy snacks. OCCASIONALLY, and at captain's discretion, warm cooked meals, snacks, and drinks may be provided that were agreed upon with customer. If you or any guests attending with you have allergies or medical conditions, please address them to the captain when you book your outing for safety of all.
Thank you! Welcome aboard matey!
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All reviews (5)
We were introduced to Northern Hoosier by way of a winning bid through a silent auction. We appreciated the easy-go of date scheduling directly with our guide down to the shared location pin of where we'd be fishing in advance. Everything was provided as promised and all we needed to do was show up in warm layers with a fishing license in hand. Brandon's previous work as a special education instructor really shines when interacting and instructing with his charter guests. He talked us through step-by-step instructions as well as the behind the scene tidbits and tricks. We were impressed with the creative and rustic-but very complete set-up that kept us comfortable the entire time and his knowledge that he brings to the business. Get on his calendar, you won't be disappointed!
You guys were great! Thank you for choosing NHO for your first ever ice fishing experience catching personal best fish! Thank you for the great review! You guys did fabulous that day!
What an amazing day even with that wind blowing up some snownadoes! A huge thank you to Brandon with Northern Hoosier Outdoors for creating a day that will definitely be remembered. No one can guarantee fish but this guy definitely knows them and we were all able to get at least one fish! Trevor (5 years old) got the longest, a pike, at 35 inches! I got my personal best as well at 34 inches. Brandon is a natural with kids and finds little jobs for them to do to make them feel involved. Everyone was able to stay toasty and Ryan who usually dislikes ice fishing because of the cold was was a happy camper. If you were ever thinking about an ice fishing guide this is the one to get, very affordable and can accommodate larger groups of people currently up to 6 with plans of larger for the future. He loves a group that just wants to fish and to have fun!
Thank you so much for the great review! I appreciate you and your group, such a fun bunch of folks to spend the day catching fish with! Glad y’all enjoyed!
Brandon did a great job teaching us how to ice fish. He made sure we were warm and had all the equipment for us! Great guide and got me my new PR for Pike off of a tip up. Very knowledgeable and personable!
Thank you Anna for your wonderful review! Much appreciated! Y’all were great to have out, I am glad you had fun and caught a big beautiful fish, and were able to take crappies home too! Thank you for choosing NHO as your guide! Let me know when you’re ready to go again!
I’ve been out fishing with Brandon plenty of times and have always been put on fish, this is my biggest pike, measured in at 34 inches, beating my previous pb at 33 inches, which was caught while fishing with Brandon as my guide. During ice fishing he provides nice warm tents/houses with good hot food, and has plenty of spare equipment for people to use whether it’s during ice season or open water he finds fish.
Thank you for the great review Adrian! The one day I’ll never forget, when you and I boated over 150 pike in the course of a day from sunrise to sunset! You beat your PB 5 times that day! 🤣 Thanks again bud! Hope to get you and your family out again this winter! - Brandon (AKA Northern)
Always a blast, always know how to have a good time and find fish!
Thank you Devon! Always a pleasure to have you aboard, whether on open water or ice! Again, thank you for the review, much appreciated! Now let’s go catch some more!!! -Brandon (AKA Northern)
FAQs about Northern Hoosier Outdoors
- US $300 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hr Ice Fishing 1 – 6 guests (4 hours)
- US $300 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hr Ice Fishing 1 – 6 guests - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $300 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hr Ice Fishing 1 – 6 guests - 4:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $300 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hr Ice Fishing 1 – 6 guests - 8:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $300 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - 4Hr Open Water Fishing (1 – 2 Guests) (4 hours)
- US $300 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - 4Hr Open Water Fishing (1 – 2 Guests) - 12:30 PM (4 hours)
- US $300 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - 4Hr Open Water Fishing (1 – 2 Guests) - 5:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $150 per person after 1 guest - 8Hr Ice Fishing (Morning)1-6 guests (8 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $150 per person after 1 guest - 8Hr Ice Fishing (Night) 1-6 guests (8 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $150 per person after 1 guest - 8Hr Open Water Fishing (1-2 Guests) (8 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $150 per person after 1 guest - 8Hr Open Water Fishing (1-2 Guests) - 2:00 PM (8 hours)
- US $500 per day per group, additional US $250 per person after 1 guest - 2Day Weekend Ice Camping 1-4guests (2 days)
- US $500 per day per group, additional US $250 per person after 1 guest - 3Day Weekend Ice Camping 1-4guests (3 days)
- Toilet Bucket with toilet seat
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed When camping on cots overnight on the ice
- Live bait well We supply bait when available from local shops.
- Kitchen Coleman propane cook stove and/or fire pit
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (Bait is included in price. )
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Based on trip, catch, clean cook, right on the ice)
- Snacks (Bring your own/ NHO also supplies)
- Drinks (Bring your own/ NHO also supplies)
- First mate (Jesse is our Tech Mate )
- Lunch (Discuss with captian, what food/how much)
- River fishing (Snake River and Rum River )
- Lake fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Drift fishing
- Handline
- Ice fishing
- Bass (Largemouth)
- Bass (Smallmouth)
- Catfish
- Crappie
- Muskellunge (Musky)
- Perch (Yellow)
- Pike (Northern)
- Sturgeon
- Sunfish
- Walleye
Your captain
For my entire life, 34 years, I have been fishing. Before I could walk, my family had a fishin' pole in my hand and turned me loose! I took to it, it's my addiction, you could say I was 'hooked'! Join me and share the experience! You can find me on Youtube, Tiktok, Facebook, and Instagram, All under the name Northern Hoosier Outdoors
Jesse W.
First mate
For my entire life, 34 years, I have been fishing. Before I could walk, my family had a fishin' pole in my hand and turned me loose! I took to it, it's my addiction, you could say I was 'hooked'! Join me and share the experience! You can find me on Youtube, Tiktok, Facebook, and Instagram, All under the name Northern Hoosier Outdoors
Jesse W.
First mate
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How cancellations work
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.
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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.
How you can pay
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.
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