Ice Fishing Season
The ice fishing season is dependent on Mother Nature. We will not take customers out unless there is at least 4 inches of ice. This is usually late December though mid-March. For 2023/2024 we are accepting reservations starting the first week in January through mid-March, but will open up more days if ice comes in earlier. Safety is our top priority.
Ice Fishing Rates
| Day | Duration | Guided Ice Fishing Adventure |
|---|---|---|
| Any day | 7 Hours | $395 for 2 people |
| $75 per additional angler up to a max of 6 | ||
| Kids under 16 are free, but must fit in the same shelter and will not be provided with electronics. |
For our Guided Private Ice Fishing Adventure we offer a 10% discount for active duty military. Please bring some identification to show you qualify.
Start Times
Private Guided Ice Fishing Adventures: 7 hours, start time flexible – to be arranged with customer.
Ice fishing group adventures will generally be held in backwaters between Nelson, WI and Wabasha, MN. We will let you know the exact location at least 24 hours ahead of event. For Private Guided Ice Fishing Adventures we will contact you about the species you are after and plan accordingly.
Terms and Conditions
- Booking customer must be at least 18 years of age.
- All participants must have signed the Pool 4 Waiver and Release of Liability prior to participating. Instructions will be emailed to booking customer after the booking customer e-signs the Rental Agreement. Please forward on to all participants ahead of rental. It saves a lot of time if waivers are completed before arriving at the event. Waivers must be completed for all minors by guardians.
- All adults fishing the Mississippi River must be in possession of a Minnesota or a Wisconsin Fishing license and abide by regulations of the state in which they are licensed.
- All equipment is expected to be returned in same condition as it was provided to you. In the event of damage or loss, customer is responsible for cost to repair or replace. Normal wear and tear is excluded. Most common example is dropping something, like a fishing rod, down the ice fishing hole. Charges will be applied to the credit card used in booking unless otherwise directed by customer.
FAQs
Unfortunately we do not have any porta-potties available. If you prefer we can be positioned close to your cars so you can take a quick trip to the gas station, just let your guide know when you chat with him the day before your reservation. Otherwise please consult with the guide on options.
The most important things to bring are warm clothes (hat, coat, gloves, pants), some good, warm, waterproof boots, and a Minnesota or Wisconsin fishing license. You should also bring some food and drinks. We do offer an ice lunch option if you want your guide to prepare a meal for you on the ice. We will provide everything else you need. You can bring some of your own fishing gear if you prefer to use it, but it is not necessary.
We will not take our customers out on ice that is less than 4″ thick, which is meets all recommendations for ice fishing. Please see Minnesota DNR recommendations at https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/thickness.html.