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Pat Wingo
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Pat Wingo

Minocqua, United States
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
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.

Charters

Rating

4.9
168 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

98%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
93%
Caught fish

All reviews (168)

Showing 1 – 5 of 168 reviews
  • John Hulverson
    John Hulverson
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    beyond expectations

    Half Day Trip • 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 • 3 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 • 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 • 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
  • Jim Schoepke
    Jim Schoepke
    Repeat angler
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    another wonderful trip out on the lake with Captain Pat

    Half Day Trip • 3 adults

    This was our second trip out with Captain Pat. He has a great setup and is knowledgeable about fishing areas on the lake. He surly found the fish. Great way for my dad, my husband and me to spend a day. Would do it again.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures
    Captain Hooks Fishing AdventuresMinocqua, WI
    Adult angler proudly holding a large walleye on a lakeside dock, with a fishing boat and wooded shoreline in the background.
    Paul W.
    Paul W.
    Thanks, nice service, we were picked up at our dock on Big Crawling Stone.
  • Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures
    Captain Hooks Fishing AdventuresMinocqua, WI
    Adult angler proudly holding a large walleye in a wooded outdoor fishing setting.
    Erin H.
    Erin H.
    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. 
  • Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures
    Captain Hooks Fishing AdventuresMinocqua, WI
    Adult angler proudly holding a largemouth bass aboard a small fishing boat on a scenic lake.
    Fish 1
    Smallmouth Bass
    Chloe E.
    Chloe E.
    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!
  • Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures
    Captain Hooks Fishing AdventuresMinocqua, WI
    A father and son proudly display their catch of Walleye on a table after a successful fishing trip.
    Chris N.
    Chris N.
    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.
  • Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures
    Captain Hooks Fishing AdventuresMinocqua, WI
    A young angler proudly displaying a Walleye while fishing from a boat on a serene lake.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Northern Pike
    Steven M.
    Steven M.
    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.
  • Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures
    Captain Hooks Fishing AdventuresMinocqua, WI
    A family proudly displaying their catch of Walleye after a successful fishing trip, surrounded by lush greenery.
    Michael S.
    Michael S.
    captain Pat is very nice and very patient helping a 8 and 11 yr old learn to fish. great experience!
  • Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures
    Captain Hooks Fishing AdventuresMinocqua, WI
    A smiling angler proudly displays a large Walleye while fishing on a calm lake, showcasing a successful catch during a family outing.
    Roberta B.
    Roberta B.
    Pat was a great host and we caught fish, and of course lost some. Great 1/2 day fishing and will book again.
  • Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures
    Captain Hooks Fishing AdventuresMinocqua, WI
    Young angler holding a large walleye aboard a boat on open water.
    Michael R.
    Michael R.
    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.
  • Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures
    Captain Hooks Fishing AdventuresMinocqua, WI
    Three anglers pose behind a fillet table displaying a large catch of walleye in a wooded fishing environment.
    Trevor V.
    Trevor V.
    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.
  • Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures–Ice Fishing
    Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures–Ice FishingMinocqua, WI
    A woman joyfully holding a fish while ice fishing inside a cozy fishing hut, showcasing her catch with a smile.
    Fish 1
    Sunfish
    Keely G.
    Keely G.
    Pat was amazing. He did everything for us ladies, baited the hooks filleted the fish, and made us feel comfortable and made it a lot of fun our first time Ice fishing. Bonus he played great music

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What's biting with Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures in Minocqua

November is feeding time for the Walleye, and their aggression is welcomed by all local anglers. You'll likely need a highly-experienced guide for a Walleye excursion in November, since productive techniques and locations vary wildly.

Top catches for November