About Hendo’s
The promise
Ever since he could walk, Andy has been on the water or ice. He remembers studying the structure and depths fish relate to during different times of year, and still carries that same butterfly feeling every time he gets a chance to fish.
After earning a two-year college degree, Andy served five years in the Army. A few years after leaving the Army, he moved to Rhinelander in late 2007 and spent nearly all of his free time fishing, exploring new lakes, and learning from seasoned local guides before launching on his own.
Army discipline
Five years of Army service shape the way trips are prepared: organized, safe, direct, and focused on the mission for the day.
Northwoods dream
Fishing northern Wisconsin as a kid planted the dream to someday live and guide here. Rhinelander became home in 2007.
Local knowledge
Hundreds of lakes, constant scouting, and relationships with seasoned guides helped turn passion into a professional guide service.
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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Past trips
Recent days 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!