THE ULTIMATE WAY TO EXPEREINCE THE CRASH.
Crash Camp
ABOUT THE TRIP
This is the original Black Earth Angling Co. camp. During our initial years in business, many anglers inquired about overnight trips on the Lower Wisconsin River. We decided to make it happen. Now, ten years later, Crash Camp has evolved into a world-class overnight experience focused on chasing smallmouth bass on the Lower Wisconsin River.
Crash Camp is a multi-night camp designed around our exclusive dates that coincide with the prime season of the natural phenomenon known as The Crash. The Crash represents the pinnacle of topwater fishing for smallmouth. Read more about it here.
In addition to the unparalleled fishing, you and your camp companions will enjoy farm-to-table meals in a fully outfitted camp along the stunning Lower Wisconsin River. Our amenities include spacious canvas tents with cots, which significantly enhance your comfort without sacrificing the charm of outdoor adventure.
Relax by the campfire, savor a beverage, and prepare to share stories in a truly wild setting. This experience promises not only exceptional fishing but also memorable moments in the great outdoors.
WHEN’S THE BEST TIME?
Crash Camp is held in the two weeks following the 4th of July Holiday weekend. For exact dates and available time slots, please contact us.
I’ve been fortunate to experience some pretty good Smallmouth fishing in my lifetime, but Crash Camp raises the bar to a whole new level. The itinerary is well planned, the setting is unique, the food is amazing, and the fish are hyper aggressive. Book the trip already and come experience it for yourself. I’ve got the “giggles” just thinking about it.
— Mike Kuhr
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
GUIDED FISHING
Fishing is broken into 3-5 hour sessions to maximize the best parts of the day and allowing downtime to beat the heat.
TERMINAL TACKLE
Leaders, tippets, and flies. Additional equipment may be available upon request.
FAMOUS CUISINE
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner for each day booked. The finest camp food you’ll experience!
TWO NIGHTS LODGING
Relax after a full day of fishing at a fully outfitted camp on a sandbar.
THE BEAC CAMP EXPERIENCE
We are the fish camp specialists for a reason. Nothing beats a BEAC fish camp.
A GOSH DARN GOOD TIME!
We can’t control the conditions, but we can control our attitudes!
RATES*
*Rates subject to change. Prices are based per angler—two anglers per guide. For lessons and group trips please call or email.
GROUP SIZE
2 NIGHTS, 4 FISHING SESSIONS
2-4 Anglers
5+ Anglers
$1,400/Angler
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3 NIGHTS, 6 FISHING SESSIONS
$2,100/Angler
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CRASH CAMP FAQs
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Crash Camp is an opportunity to experience the great outdoors without modern conveniences, including electricity or running water. Accommodations will be in spacious canvas tents, equipped with cots for added comfort and to keep you off the ground.
For those who consider themselves seasoned campers, this experience might feel more like "glamping," while for less experienced individuals, it may be viewed as more rustic. Regardless of your camping background, we assure you that you will find peace and quiet, the opportunity for solitude—especially on weekdays—and an abundance of beautiful scenery all around you.
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Due to the high demand for Crash Camp, the price is based on double occupancy. You can have your own boat, but the cost will reflect that of two anglers. If you are a solo angler interested in participating in Crash Camp, please let us know. We can do our best to connect you with another solo angler, but can not guarantee we’ll find you a partner. Finding a partner not only reduces costs, but also adds to the enjoyment of the camp.
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Two people per 10’x10’ Kodiak canvas tent. Each person will have their own cot with an inflatable pad, and you are responsible for bringing your own pillow and sleeping bag.
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We are camping outdoors without running water or plumbing. The bathroom setup is rustic yet manageable, and we do our best to make it comfortable. We dig temporary pit toilets, which include a bathroom shelter, latrine, bottomless bucket with a seat, peat moss, and toilet paper. Each group will have a newly dug latrine.
There are no showers, but the river offers swimming opportunities. If staying multiple nights or wishing to stay clean, bring baby wipes or biodegradable soap for river baths.
We provide soap and clean water for handwashing, as well as hand sanitizer. Note that the meeting location also has no facilities.
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Our dates are scheduled well in advance, as is our planning for this event. We will fish and camp to make the most of our time together. Activities will continue in rain or shine, as long as the weather is not severe (no lightning or gale-force winds). While we cannot control the weather, we will do our best to prepare for any conditions.
Please remember that we all need to adapt to what nature presents us. Refunds will not be issued unless you miss over 75% of your fishing time due to severe weather. We encourage everyone to come with a positive attitude, ready to fish regardless of conditions. If overnight camping is not possible, we will arrange accommodations at a local hotel or provide rescheduling/refunds on a case-by-case basis.
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As early as possible! Crash Camp fills up each year due to the increasing number of repeat “campers,” often resulting in limited spots by February for the July sessions. We sometimes have late cancellations, so it never hurts to check if we have a spot available!
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This trip combines fishing from our jet boat with wet-wading, and it can be customized to suit your preferences. If you enjoy wet-wading, we can often fish from sandbars and shallow water. If wet-wading is not your preference, that's perfectly fine; we can fish from the boat all day. Just let us know what you prefer.
DRIVE TIMES
MADISON
1h (60 Miles)
DUBUQUE
45m (40 Miles)
MILWAUKEE
1h 10m (140 Miles)
GREEN BAY
3h 10m (190 Miles)
CHICAGO
3h 20m (209 Miles)
INDIANAPOLIS
6h (390 Miles)
MINNEAPOLIS
4h (240 Miles)
ST. LOUIS
5h 40m (380 Miles)
NEAREST AIRPORT
DANE COUNTY REGIONAL AIRPORT (MSN)
4000 International Ln, Madison, WI 53704
https://www.msnairport.com/