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Jim Stepp

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

Instructional

Laid-back

Talkative

Beginner Oriented

Adventurous

Quality

Captain Jim is passionate about sharing what he has learned over his decades fishing on Lake Michigan. He’s excited about doing something he loves and helping other anglers in the process!

Of course, Jim isn’t just a Coast Guard certified charter captain. He walks the walk and talks the talk when it comes to serious fishing on the lake. Jim’s father started taking him fishing on Lake Michigan when he was about 5 years old.

Those early days on the lake learning to fish with his dad instilled a love of the sport and the lake in Jim that has only grown over more than 50 years.

About Your Guide

Jim Stepp

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

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Salmon & Trout Fishing

NEW Waukegan, IL 1 - 12 People 6 - 8 Hours From $750

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Salmon & Trout fishing

Lake Fishing Trip in Waukegan

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Pricing Matrix

	8 Hours	6 Hours
1 Person	$750.00	$900.00
2 People	$750.00	$900.00
3 People	$750.00	$900.00
4 People	$750.00	$900.00
5 People	$750.00	$900.00
6 People	$750.00	$900.00
7 People	$1,500.00	$1,800.00
8 People	$1,500.00	$1,800.00
9 People	$1,500.00	$1,800.00
10 People	$1,500.00	$1,800.00
11 People	$1,500.00	$1,800.00
12 People	$1,500.00	$1,800.00

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About Your Trip

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

You will be fishing the Coho capital of Illinois we are also known for our Lake trout population theirs always something biting out of Waukegan that's what makes fishing from this port so exciting. 8 hour trips provide more opportunities to catch more fish! And are especially worth while on days when the fish are little further out or further up the coast and require a little bit more of a drive to get to!

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Amenities

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Air Conditioning

This boat has air conditioning.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 14 days before the trip.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Tiara
Year Built: 1988
Boat Length: 36'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Tiara
Year Built: 1988
Boat Length: 36'
Engine Manufacturer: Crusader
Total Horsepower: 700
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: all equipment is included

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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

	January	February	March	April	May	June	July	August	September	October	November	December
Brown Trout	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Good	Good
Chinook Salmon	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Not Ideal	Not Ideal
Coho Salmon	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Good	Not Ideal	Not Ideal
Lake Trout	Good	Good	Good	Good	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Great	Good	Good
Steelhead	Good	Good	Great	Great	Good	Good	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Great	Great	Good