Recon Boats
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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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Normal start times
Full day and morning half-day trips typically start fishing at 8 AM. Afternoon half days and split-day afternoon sessions typically start at 4 PM, with late-fall afternoons sometimes starting earlier.
Group size
Each trip accommodates 1–2 anglers at the listed rate. A 3rd angler is $50 for a half day or full day, and a 4th angler is $50 for a half day or full day.
Weather and cancellations
Rain-check dates are available for unsafe weather such as thunderstorms or very heavy winds. Cancellations require at least 48 hours notice to apply payment toward another date in the same season.
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!
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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
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John M.
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Andy had the boat ready, the plan dialed, and the patience to keep us on fish all day.
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Mike R.
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Local knowledge showed up fast. We learned water, patterns, and how to fish smarter.
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Sarah K.
★★★★★ Google review
A professional guide service with a calm, veteran-owned standard. Easy to recommend.
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