Captain
Owen Hentschel

Member since January 2023 Traverse City, United States
Background
Captain Owen brings energy, joy, and passion to his fishing trips. To him, it's all about chasing trophy Bass for the excitement! Don't be fooled by his fresh face; he's been fishing these waters since he was a little kid and knows where to find the fish. Captain Owen is a young entrepreneur fulfilling his dream to make a living doing what he loves most! When he's not running charters, he's competing in fishing tournaments and winning them!

Hey, I'm Captain Owen Hentschel

Traverse City, United States
Background
Captain Owen brings energy, joy, and passion to his fishing trips. To him, it's all about chasing trophy Bass for the excitement! Don't be fooled by his fresh face; he's been fishing these waters since he was a little kid and knows where to find the fish. Captain Owen is a young entrepreneur fulfilling his dream to make a living doing what he loves most! When he's not running charters, he's competing in fishing tournaments and winning them!
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My Charter Listings

Clear Water Angling

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(7 reviews)
Traverse City
 Last booking: 6 minutes ago
Trips from US $450

Clear Water Angling LLC

State licensed
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(5 reviews)
Islamorada
Trips from US $650

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 12 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (12)
Best Smallmouth trip ever!
Best Smallmouth trip ever!
very hospitable, personalabe
+9
Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
75%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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John M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Intro to Smallies

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip on June 27, 2026
Owen put us right on fish and we caught smallies consistently the whole trip. Great guide. Highly recommend.
John M. recommends Clear Water Angling
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Ryan W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best Smallmouth trip ever!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip on July 13, 2026
Owen is an awesome guide for smallmouth!ย  Highly recommend!
Ryan W. recommends Clear Water Angling
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David C.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   February 22, 2026
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Justin M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

February fishing trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on February 19, 2026
Justin M. recommends Clear Water Angling LLC
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Leo F.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Very hospitable, personalabe

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on April 15, 2026
Targeted fish not biting today we dis catch fish. had a good time
Leo F. recommends Clear Water Angling LLC
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