BWCA Fishing Trips
Fishing the Boundary Waters will make you feel like a pro no matter what your level of fishing experience. Everybody can catch fish here. The fact that these waters must be fished by canoe means that for all intents and purposes, the fishing is catch and release. Sure fisherman may keep a few for the frying pan, but practically speaking it would be very difficult to refrigerate fish all week with the idea of taking them home. Additionally, who wants to carry fish across the portages all week. These facts of canoe fishing lead to the two main characteristics of Boundary Waters Fishing:
1. There are a lot of fish.
2. There are a lot of big fish.
There are basically two ways to approach fishing in the Boundary Waters. First, you can do it on your own. We have everything you need to do great fishing on your own. Advice, tackle, and live bait are all available at our base. Second, you could take advantage of one of several guided trip options.
CAN I DO OK ON MY OWN?
YES!!!! We exist to help you be successful. We have very experienced fisherman on our staff that can answer all your questions and point you in the right direction. Additionally, we have a complete tackle and bait shop that can set you up with what is working in our area. We make sure the prices are competitive and fair on all our products. More than 95% of our customers fish on their own.
WILDERNESS BASE CAMPS
Our guides are experienced woodsman, and are knowledgeable in fishing, area history, plants and wildlife. Some of the finest and most varied freshwater sport fishing in North America is found in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Quetico Provincial Park on the border of Minnesota and Canada. The area is also known for its rich natural and human history, its spectacular scenery, and its crystal clear lakes. These lakes teem with five species of game fish - walleye, northern pike, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, and lake trout.
Our professional guides are highly experienced and are experts in catching fish in our lakes. They will turn your canoe trip into a world class fishing experience. They can help you:
· Catch more fish
· Catch larger fish
· With portages and chores
· Enjoy superb wilderness cuisine prepared by your guide
· Enjoy a safer experience with a trained wilderness expert
ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE
You pay one set price for the trip and this is what you get:
· Five-day/four-night fully outfitted wilderness canoe trip. Food, Kevlar canoes, gear, and the whole works!
· Professional guide.
NOTE: The following items are not included.
· Lodging at Williams and Hall the night prior to your trip.
· Dinner and breakfast at Williams and Hall prior to your trip.
· Round trip entry point shuttles as required by your trip.
· Live bait.
Fishing License fee, US or Canadian user fees (Guests must pay Guides user fees), and Canadian remote border crossing documents are not included. Transportation for Fly-in or Crane Lake options are not included .
Prices:
Party Size Per Person Extra Days
1 $1,860.00 250.00
2 1,320.00 165.00
3 975.00 145.00
4 850.00 120.00
5 825.00 115.00
6 800.00 110.00
7 775.00 105.00
8 750.00 100.00
Youth Rate (15 and under) is $140.00 per day.
* Tackle and "what to bring" lists will be provided upon booking.
* A non-refundable 50% deposit is required upon booking with the balance due upon arrival at Williams and Hall.
* All prices are in US dollars.
DAY GUIDE SERVICE
Perhaps your plans call for only a short stay in our area, or canoeing is not your thing, then you will want to take advantage of our day guiding service. It's a great way to learn the area lakes, work on your techniques and increase your success in a short time period. From the luxury of a power boat, trips are available in both U.S. and Canada.
We Provide:
· Boat and motor or canoe including: depth finders, back rests and anchor
· Live bait
· Guide
· Shore lunch
· Portage and User fees
Note: Fishing licenses are not included.
Prices:
$185 per two guests
$50 each additional guest
Trips are subject to entry permit availability