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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.

Morning or Afternoon, the 6hr charter is our most popular charter. Morning charters normally leave the dock between 4am-6am Afternoon Charters normally leave between 10am and 12pm.

About Your Trip

Morning or Afternoon, the 6hr charter is our most popular charter. Morning charters normally leave the dock between 4am-6am Afternoon Charters normally leave between 10am and 12pm.

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 an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

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.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	6 Hours	8 Hours
1 Person	$850.00	$1,050.00
2 People	$850.00	$1,050.00
3 People	$850.00	$1,050.00
4 People	$850.00	$1,050.00
5 People	$850.00	$1,050.00
6 People	$850.00	$1,050.00
7 People (Second Boat)	$1,700.00	$2,100.00
8 People (Second Boat)	$1,700.00	$2,100.00
9 People (Second Boat)	$1,700.00	$2,100.00
10 People (Second Boat)	$1,700.00	$2,100.00
11 People (Second Boat)	$1,700.00	$2,100.00
12 People (Second Boat)	$1,700.00	$2,100.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know where to put you on fish.

About Your Guide

Brian G.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

Hello, my name is Captain Brian and I have been an outdoor enthusiast my entire life. With 20+ years of experience, I bring knowledge and excitement to every charter. I started as a First Mate at age 14, and received my U.S.C.G Captains License at 18. I also guide waterfowl hunts in Northeast Illinois from October-January.

About Your Guide

Brian G.

Independent Guide

Hello, my name is Captain Brian and I have been an outdoor enthusiast my entire life. With 20+ years of experience, I bring knowledge and excitement to every charter.

I started as a First Mate at age 14, and received my U.S.C.G Captains License at 18.

I also guide waterfowl hunts in Northeast Illinois from October-January.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

6ft Nurse Shark

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Smoked Ribs

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

6ft Nurse Shark

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Smoked Ribs

What’s your favorite band?

Van Halen

What’s your favorite sports team?

Chicago Blackhawks

What’s your drink of choice?

Lemonade

What was your last halloween costume?

Can’t remember

What do you want for Christmas this year?

For my daughter to have a memorable Christmas

How did you get started guiding?

Started out as a First Mate

What makes you different from other guides?

I prefer to find my own area to fish vs. following the pack

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Winthrop Harbor, Illinois

Areas Fished

Lake Michigan

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Pacemaker
Year Built: 1977
Boat Length: 36'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Pacemaker
Year Built: 1977
Boat Length: 36'
Engine Manufacturer: Crusader
Total Horsepower: 750
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: Clean Head (Restroom) Cooler & Ice to keep catch cold Couch

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Trip Details & 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 an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

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.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

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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
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

Large restroom Restroom (Head)
State of the art Marine Electronics
Rods Reels & Tackle all supplied
Professional cleaning & bagging off catch
Multi-state Fishing Licenses available on boat.

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is home to 1,600+ quality, vetted fishing and hunting guides across the US and beyond. Our mission is to Unlock the Outdoors by making it quick and easy to book the trip of a lifetime every time with our Damn Good Guides.

We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, bait, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.