Northern Wisconsin Backwoods Float

Whether you're a seasoned angler or a first time fisherman, RBO is here to make your next Northwoods adventure a memorable one. Join us for an unforgettable day of fishing some of the best waters in Northern Wisconsin. We target musky, smallmouth, and walleye both fly fishing and with conventional gear on various warm water streams in the area. The river we fish will depend on conditions such as weather, water temps, time of year, and flows. We provide all the gear for a day on the water but if you’d rather use your own equipment, feel free to bring it.

As we float downstream I will navigate the boat as you fish current breaks and different structure throughout the river in search for that lunker. Typically our trips start in the morning and we float 5-10 miles of river which is a 7-10 hr trip. Half day trips are usually 4-6 hrs. Trip times can vary due to weather, flows, lunch and fishing stops. Depending on the day of the week we see very few anglers compared to fishing lakes, sometimes all we see is wildlife. While taking in the beautiful landscape you can expect to see deer, bald eagles, ducks, geese, kingfishers and sometimes beavers, bears, and otters.

The day of the trip we will meet at the Wagon Wheel unless we agree on a different location. You will then follow me to the launch/put in where I'll get the boat in the water. After we will shuttle my truck to the takeout that we will be floating to. Shuttling can take 20-40 mins round trip depending on length of float. We float a number of different rivers therefore we use different launches so drives to the launch can be up to an hour from the meeting location. If I plan on fishing a river that is farther away we can discuss a better meeting spot depending on where your coming from.

I will have a cooler loaded down with ice, waters, and some snacks but please bring a lunch and any other drinks or food you may want. A valid WI fishing license is required on the day of your trip.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. I look forward to seeing you on the water!