Recon Boats
Veteran-owned and operated
Eagle River to Phelps coverage
Half-day and full-day trips
Why book Hendo’s
Veteran-owned discipline, local-water instincts.
Andy grew up surrounded by Wisconsin water, served five years in the Army, then moved to Rhinelander in 2007 to build the Northwoods guide dream.
Northern Wisconsin coverage
Rhinelander Area Lakes, McNaughton Area Lakes, Three Lakes Chain, Eagle River Chain, St. Germain, Phelps, North and South Twin, Big Sand, and Minocqua Area Lakes.
Multi-species days
Open-water trips for musky, northern pike, walleye, bass, bluegill, perch, and crappie — plus ice trips for bluegill, perch, crappie, walleye, and northern pike.
3 formats
Choose the pace that fits your group: full day, half day, or split day.
Full day — maximum time, flexible water, best for a full Northwoods push.
Half day — efficient window when conditions line up.
Split day — morning/evening strategy for prime bite windows.
PURPLE HEART RECIPIENT
Service that shaped the mission.
Proudly serving anglers with the same preparation, resolve, and respect earned in uniform.
Open water rates
Half Day
$400
Four hours on the water for two anglers. Live bait is included, except for musky trips. Additional anglers are $50 each.
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Full Day
$600
Eight hours on the water for two anglers. Live bait is included, except for musky trips. Additional anglers are $50 each.
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Split Day
$700
Four hours in the morning and four in the afternoon, with a midday break. Live bait is included, except for musky trips.
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Past trips
Recent days on the water
Three Generations of Fishing: Bass, Perch, & Panfish Family Trip
Join Gordy, Ari, and Erez on a multi-generational fishing trip! From catch-and-release bass fishing to keeping a batch of perch and bluegill for a family fish fry, see how this family of five made memories on the water.
Non-Stop Bluegill Action with Kris, Olivia, & Jamie!
Kris, Olivia, and Jamie had a blast catching well over 100 bluegill, keeping just enough for a fresh fish dinner!
Muskies 2025 Fall
a few miscellaneous pictures of fall musky from 2025. I love fall musky! Cooler water temps, less boat traffic, and using live bait for musk
Fishing news
Latest reports and notes
Fishing Reports
Late June–Early July Fishing Report: Scattered Summer Patterns & Bug Hatches
As water temperatures climb into the upper 70s, the multi-species bite transitions to early morning and late afternoon. Fish are scattered between weed edges and mud flats during the summer bug hatches.
Fishing Reports
May–Mid June Fishing Report: Walleyes in the Weeds & Smallmouth Transitions
Water temps have delayed the smallmouth spawn on deeper clear lakes, while walleye and perch remain buried in newly accelerated weed growth. Keep an eye out for pike and musky mixed in!
Fishing Reports
Early-Mid May Fishing Report:
Despite behind-schedule weed growth, the multi-species bite remains consistent. Walleye, crappie, and perch are holding on early new green weeds, with jigging and slip-bobbering proving highly effective.
Trusted gear
Four partners, picked fresh each visit.
Minn Kota
Lake X Lures
Pandemonium Tackle
Google verified
Straight from anglers who’ve been in the boat.
Prepared trips, local water, and a veteran-owned standard show up in the details people remember.
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John M.
★★★★★ Google review
Andy had the boat ready, the plan dialed, and the patience to keep us on fish all day.
Prepared from the launch
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Mike R.
★★★★★ Google review
Local knowledge showed up fast. We learned water, patterns, and how to fish smarter.
Local water knowledge
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Sarah K.
★★★★★ Google review
A professional guide service with a calm, veteran-owned standard. Easy to recommend.
The right kind of day
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