GO-FOR-IT Charters
GO-FOR-IT Charters
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!
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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Stop scrolling and book your trip with them! You wont regret the decision. I booked this trip to celebrate my sons HS graduation. All four of us limited out with time to spare. We drove several hours for this trip so lots of anticipation to say the least. When we showed up at the dock, they were 100% prepped and ready to go. We were in the fish right away with the first fish caught within the first 10 minutes. 1st Mate was awesome too. He had us reeling the fish in before we even knew there was a fish on the line. Once we had our limit and a picture, he went to town cleaning and bagging them for us before we got to the dock. We had an absolute blast of a time. Relaxing but exciting all in one trip! Thank you for a great day on the water and an experince we will never forget.
Thank you for spending the afternoon with us. We enjoyed having you guys. i look forward to seeing you in the future. Thanks again for a enjoyable trip
What a great small group fishing trip. We caught our limit of Salmon, cranked up the stereo, and enjoyed our time aboard. Captain Michael and his Firstmate Andy are well seasoned and kept us busy reeling in fish. I will definitely be booking another trip with Go-For-It.
it was great having you guys aboard we are glad you enjoyed your trip and we look forward to seeing you guys again
We had a great morning with Capt. Mike and 1st Mate Andy. They were extremely knowledgeable and constantly vigilant. Good stories and great fishing. We caught our limit! They walked us through everything we needed know and were patient when we weren’t quite sure. Definitely a rebook. Easy access from North Chicago suburbs.
Thank you Graham for spending your Holiday with Andy and I. we had great weather and the fish didn’t disappoint us. Sorry for the tangled lines right in the begining of the trip. we look forward to seeing you guys again
Great experience. team really are professionals at their craft.
i am glad you guys enjoyed your trip. i look forward to fishing with you guys 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…
FAQs about GO-FOR-IT Charters
What are the trip rates for GO-FOR-IT Charters?
- US $160 per person - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
- US $160 per person - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)
- US $200 per person - 8 Hour Trip (AM) (8 hours)
- US $725 per group, additional US $115 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) 1-3 people (6 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 5 hour trip (PM) 4 person (5 hours)
- US $840 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) 4 Person (6 hours)
- US $840 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip (PM) 4 person (6 hours)
- US $900 per group - 5 Hour Trip (AM) 6 person (5 hours)
- US $1,100 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip (AM) 4 People (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with GO-FOR-IT Charters?
- Toilet The Magnum is equipped with a vacu flush marine toilet in a private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Multimedia system
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with GO-FOR-IT Charters?
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- First mate (A first mate will be available upon request )
What types of fishing does GO-FOR-IT Charters offer?
- Lake fishing
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (The distance offshore we travel all depends on the time of year and how the lake sets up for summer fishing. We can fish from right outside the harbor all the way to 10-15 miles out. We go wherever we need to go to produce the best catches of fish. )
What fishing techniques does GO-FOR-IT Charters offer?
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
Which fish species can I catch with GO-FOR-IT Charters?
- Brown Trout
- Lake Trout
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon (Chinook)
- Salmon (Coho)
Your captain
My name is Captain Mike Dolinar, and I am the owner and operator of GOFORIT Charters, located in Winthrop Harbor, IL, inside Northpoint Marina, one of the best places to fish on Lake Michigan. I grew up fishing the Great Lakes with my father, starting when I was 10 years old. Fishing tournaments and charter fishing were in my blood from an early age and quickly became a way of life!
My name is Captain Mike Dolinar, and I am the owner and operator of GOFORIT Charters, located in Winthrop Harbor, IL, inside Northpoint Marina, one of the best places to fish on Lake Michigan. I grew up fishing the Great Lakes with my father, starting when I was 10 years old. Fishing tournaments and charter fishing were in my blood from an early age and quickly became a way of life!
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How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
Visa
Mastercard
PayPal
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.
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