JAWZON CHARTER SERVICES

Waukegan, Illinois
Salmon & Trout fishing

About Your Guide

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Jim Stepp

Certified Damn Good Guide
A Certified Damn Good Guide is someone who goes above and beyond to show you an incredible experience on your trip. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.
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

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Jim Stepp

Jim Stepp

Certified Damn Good Guide
Independent Guide
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.
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Salmon & Trout Fishing

NEW 1 - 12 People 6 - 8 Hours From $750
Salmon & Trout fishing
Salmon & Trout fishing
Salmon & Trout fishing
Salmon & Trout fishing
Salmon & Trout fishing
Salmon & Trout fishing
Salmon & Trout fishing
Salmon & Trout fishing
Salmon & Trout fishing
Salmon & Trout fishing
Salmon & Trout fishing
Salmon & Trout fishing
Salmon & Trout fishing
Salmon & Trout fishing
Salmon & Trout fishing
Salmon & Trout fishing
Salmon & Trout fishing

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!

About Your Trip

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!
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 photo for Salmon & Trout fishing
Boat photo for Salmon & Trout fishing
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
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Not Ideal
Coho Salmon
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Not Ideal
Lake Trout
Good
Good
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Great
Good
Good
Steelhead
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Great
Great
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Trolling

Type of Fishing

Lake

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Waukegan, Illinois
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Salmon & Trout fishing
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Waukegan, Illinois
Salmon & Trout fishing
May 29th, 2024
Waukegan, Illinois
Salmon & Trout fishing
May 29th, 2024
Waukegan, Illinois
Salmon & Trout fishing
May 29th, 2024
Waukegan, Illinois
Salmon & Trout fishing
May 29th, 2024
Waukegan, Illinois
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