GO-FOR-IT Charters 

5.0/5 (19 reviews)
 North Point Drive 701, Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096, United States

GO-FOR-IT Charters 

5.0/5 (19 reviews)
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North Point Drive 701
Winthrop Harbor, IL, United States
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If fishing in Winthrop Harbor is on your bucket list, look no further than GOFORIT Charters. With Captain Mike at the helm, you’re in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Brown Trout, Coho Salmon, Steelhead, Chinook Salmon, Lake Trout, and who knows what else! On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle. Any fish within the legal limit is yours to keep. Catch cleaning is available for $2.00 a fish.

Trips with GOFORIT Charters are child-friendly, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Don’t forget to bring snacks, drinks, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid glass bottles.

You’ll be welcome aboard The Magnum, a 36’ Tiara offshore sport fishing that holds up to 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, and all the essentials, plus a toilet on board for your convenience. What’s more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work. You’ll need to bring a valid State of Illinois fishing license along with a Lake Michigan Salmon stamp. You can purchase it online or ask the captain for more info.

The click of a button is the only thing keeping you from a great day on the water with GOFORIT Charters!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 19 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (22)

Great Fishing Experience
Great Time
Great first time for the kids.
+19

Angler rating

18
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0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

95%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 19 reviews
Showing: 5 of 19 reviews
Emmanuel D. C.
Emmanuel D. C.
5.0/5

Jun 14, 2025

6 Hour Trip (AM)

Beautiful Boat, Great Captain

VERIFIED

Took the fiancee, her parents, and siblings up to Zion for Father's Day weekend. Fishing on the Magnum was easily the high point of our trip. Everyone got a couple fish, and then some! Great feeling to have fresh-caught fish to bring home and share with the family. Took the 5AM slot, and by 5:30, even the teens were already having a blast. Sailing with Captain Mike was super relaxing, and one of the most stress relieving experiences of my life. Super easy going, very attentive, and great sense of humor. 6 hours has never gone by so quickly, I wish we could have been out there longer, but we probably would have had to bring a bigger cooler! Thanks again Mike for being the highlight of our vacation, and we will definitely be back before the season ends! Already cooked up some of the salmon and Red Lobster will never taste as good again!

Took the fiancee, her parents, and siblings up to Zion for Father's Day weekend. Fishing on the Magnum was easily the high point...  

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 Emmanuel D. C. recommends GO-FOR-IT Charters
 Emmanuel D. C. recommends GO-FOR-IT Charters

Steven S.
Steven S.
5.0/5

Sep 27, 2025

6 Hour Trip (AM) 1-3 people

Just a great day !!!!!

VERIFIED

Son wanted to go fishing for 16th birthday. Booked for first with this boat and captain. Was a great time !!!! Everything was smooth as can be and we caught 10 very good size fish! . 16 year old loved it !! As well as myself and his mom. Woukd definitely recommend this captain and and boat… we will see you again come spring time thanks again…

Son wanted to go fishing for 16th birthday. Booked for first with this boat and captain. Was a great time !!!! Everything...  

 Steven S. recommends GO-FOR-IT Charters
 Steven S. recommends GO-FOR-IT Charters

Sergey M.
Sergey M.
5.0/5

Aug 30, 2025

6 Hour Trip (AM) 1-3 people

Great time

VERIFIED

Captain Michael was a joy to go out with. He was extremely knowledgeable and skilled in all things fishing. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for some time on the lake. Can’t wait to hopefully repeat this trip one day soon.

Captain Michael was a joy to go out with. He was extremely knowledgeable and skilled in all things fishing. Would absolutely recommend...  

 Sergey M. recommends GO-FOR-IT Charters
 Sergey M. recommends GO-FOR-IT Charters

Joshua L.
Joshua L.
5.0/5

Aug 24, 2025

5 Hour Trip (AM) 6 person

Great first time for the kids.

VERIFIED

Capt. was great had to do some rescheduling but it all worked out he was very accommodating. Hauled in 7 good size kings and was just a great time!! Any day of fishing is better then being home or working!!

Capt. was great had to do some rescheduling but it all worked out he was very accommodating. Hauled in 7 good size kings and was...  

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 Joshua L. recommends GO-FOR-IT Charters
 Joshua L. recommends GO-FOR-IT Charters

Brian R.
Brian R.
5.0/5

Sep 14, 2025

6 Hour Trip (AM) 1-3 people

Great Time

VERIFIED

I Tool my son and his friend on a morning trip we had a great time! Mike and Andy were great very easy going! I will be booking another charter with these guys! Thanks for the great trip!

I Tool my son and his friend on a morning trip we had a great time! Mike and Andy were great very easy going! I will be booking...  

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 Brian R. recommends GO-FOR-IT Charters
 Brian R. recommends GO-FOR-IT Charters

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US $320 
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US $400 
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US $800 
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US $840 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 19 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (22)

Great Fishing Experience
Great Time
Great first time for the kids.
+19

Angler rating

18
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

95%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 19 reviews
Showing: 5 of 19 reviews
Emmanuel D. C.
Emmanuel D. C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Beautiful Boat, Great Captain

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip (AM) on June 14, 2025

Took the fiancee, her parents, and siblings up to Zion for Father's Day weekend. Fishing on the Magnum was easily the high point of our trip. Everyone got a couple fish, and then some! Great feeling to have fresh-caught fish to bring home and share with the family. Took the 5AM slot, and by 5:30, even the teens were already having a blast. Sailing with Captain Mike was super relaxing, and one of the most stress relieving experiences of my life. Super easy going, very attentive, and great sense of humor. 6 hours has never gone by so quickly, I wish we could have been out there longer, but we probably would have had to bring a bigger cooler! Thanks again Mike for being the highlight of our vacation, and we will definitely be back before the season ends! Already cooked up some of the salmon and Red Lobster will never taste as good again!

Took the fiancee, her parents, and siblings up to Zion for Father's Day weekend. Fishing on the Magnum was easily the high point of our trip. Everyone got a couple fish, and then some! Great feeling to have fresh-caught fish to bring home and share with the family. Took the 5AM slot, and by 5:30, even the teens were already having a blast. Sailing with Captain Mike was super relaxing, and one of the most stress relieving experiences of my life. Super easy going, very attentive, and great sense...  

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 Emmanuel D. C. recommends GO-FOR-IT Charters

Steven S.
Steven S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Just a great day !!!!!

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip (AM) 1-3 people on September 27, 2025

Son wanted to go fishing for 16th birthday. Booked for first with this boat and captain. Was a great time !!!! Everything was smooth as can be and we caught 10 very good size fish! . 16 year old loved it !! As well as myself and his mom. Woukd definitely recommend this captain and and boat… we will see you again come spring time thanks again…

Son wanted to go fishing for 16th birthday. Booked for first with this boat and captain. Was a great time !!!! Everything was smooth as can be and we caught 10 very good size fish! . 16 year old loved it !! As well as myself and his mom. Woukd definitely recommend this captain and and boat… we will see you again come spring time thanks again…  

 Steven S. recommends GO-FOR-IT Charters

Sergey M.
Sergey M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great time

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip (AM) 1-3 people on August 30, 2025

Captain Michael was a joy to go out with. He was extremely knowledgeable and skilled in all things fishing. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for some time on the lake. Can’t wait to hopefully repeat this trip one day soon.

Captain Michael was a joy to go out with. He was extremely knowledgeable and skilled in all things fishing. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for some time on the lake. Can’t wait to hopefully repeat this trip one day soon.  

 Sergey M. recommends GO-FOR-IT Charters

Joshua L.
Joshua L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great first time for the kids.

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip (AM) 6 person on August 24, 2025

Capt. was great had to do some rescheduling but it all worked out he was very accommodating. Hauled in 7 good size kings and was just a great time!! Any day of fishing is better then being home or working!!

Capt. was great had to do some rescheduling but it all worked out he was very accommodating. Hauled in 7 good size kings and was just a great time!! Any day of fishing is better then being home or working!!  

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Brian R.
Brian R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Time

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip (AM) 1-3 people on September 14, 2025

I Tool my son and his friend on a morning trip we had a great time! Mike and Andy were great very easy going! I will be booking another charter with these guys! Thanks for the great trip!

I Tool my son and his friend on a morning trip we had a great time! Mike and Andy were great very easy going! I will be booking another charter with these guys! Thanks for the great trip!  

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 Brian R. recommends GO-FOR-IT Charters

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
39 ft
Year built
1989
Boat manufacturer
Tiara
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Crusader
Powered by
2 x 425HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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