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Pricing Matrix

	8 Hours	6 Hours
6 People	$900.00	$750.00
5 People	$900.00	$750.00
4 People	$900.00	$750.00
3 People	$900.00	$750.00
2 People	$900.00	$750.00
1 Person	$900.00	$750.00

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

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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!

About Your Trip

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 Guide

Captain Jim

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....

About Your Guide

Captain Jim

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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Start Location

55 South Harbor Place, Waukegan, IL, USA

Areas Fished

Lake Michigan

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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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 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.

Potential Target Species

Brown Trout
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Lake Trout
Steelhead

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

we have 1 day licenses for sale on the boat everything else is included in the trip

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.

If the weather doesn’t cooperate you’ll be covered by our 100% weather guarantee and you won’t lose your deposit.

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First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is the home of over 1500 Damn Good fishing and hunting guides. Our mission is to unlock the outdoors for everyone, and we want to help you get out there through our no-hassle online booking experience and our team of outdoors experts.

We vet our guides to make sure they are the best of the best. We want guides who not only put you on 'em, but show you a great time, keep you safe, and give you a memorable experience with your group.

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 case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a credit for the full deposit of the trip to be used on any of our trips across the country. Your safety is our top concern.

Each trip’s price is set by the guide and factors in all of their costs. A big determinant of cost is often the type of boat and associated fuel costs, but other guide costs include leases, marina / slip fees, bait costs, and the cost to provide and maintain all of the gear you’ll need on your trip.

Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our team is always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!