Confusion Charters – North Point Marina 

3.3/5 (1 review)
 701 North Point Drive, Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096, United States

Confusion Charters – North Point Marina 

Winthrop Harbor, IL, United States
39 ft
6
3.3/5 (1 review)

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If you're ready to start fishing in Winthrop Harbor, book a trip with Confusion Charters. With Captain Bob at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

Species like Brown Trout, Lake Trout, Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Pink Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), and more are in the cards if you cast your line at the right time of year. During the trip you might be trolling, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Capt. Bob believes in teaching kids to fish while they're young, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Don't forget to bring snacks!

You'll be casting lines from a 39' Tiara 36 Express sportfishing vessel with capacity for 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. What's more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. Rods, reels, and tackle are ready for you, as well as lures.

A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. It's customary to tip the Mate 15–20% to show your appreciation.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

A few items to bring include bottled water, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor. No beer bottles or drugs allowed. Beer in cans are welcome. Cigars and smoking is allowed.

Get in touch with Capt. Bob below and start planning your trip today!

If you're ready to start fishing in Winthrop Harbor, book a trip with Confusion Charters. With Captain Bob at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

Species like Brown Trout, Lake Trout, Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Pink Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), and more are in the cards if you cast your line at the right time of year. During the trip you might be trolling, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Capt. Bob believes in teaching kids to fish while they're young, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Don't forget to bring snacks!

You'll be casting lines from a 39' Tiara 36 Express sportfishing vessel with capacity for 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. What's more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. Rods, reels, and tackle are ready for you, as well as lures.

A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. It's customary to tip the Mate 15–20% to show your appreciation.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

A few items to bring include bottled water, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor. No beer bottles or drugs allowed. Beer in cans are welcome. Cigars and smoking is allowed.

Get in touch with Capt. Bob below and start planning your trip today!

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Confusion Charters
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Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip – Economy Charter (AM)
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Oct 26 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
Salmon
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
+3
US $795
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Trip – Economy Charter (PM)
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Oct 26
Salmon
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
+3
US $795
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Oct 31
Salmon
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
+3
US $975
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Oct 26
Salmon
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
+3
US $975
Entire boat: up to 4 people
9 Hour Trip – The Ultimate
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
9 hour trip starts at 4:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Oct 31
Salmon
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
+3
US $1,300
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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3.3
1 review
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Boat & equipment
3.0
Captain & crew
3.0
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Lisa Koepsell-Crook
Lisa Koepsell-Crook
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Wisconsin, US
Member since 2025
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4 Hour Trip – Economy Charter (PM) on July 12, 20254 adults

Captain Bob is extremely rude

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FAQs about Confusion Charters – North Point Marina

Confusion Charters – North Point Marina offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $795 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Economy Charter (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $795 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Economy Charter (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $975 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $975 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 9 Hour Trip – The Ultimate (9 hours)
When you book a trip with Confusion Charters – North Point Marina, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box For the fish
  • Radar
Trips booked with Confusion Charters – North Point Marina include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Available)
  • First mate (Most of the time)
  • Fishing license (Available)
Confusion Charters – North Point Marina offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Lake Michigan)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Confusion Charters – North Point Marina offers the following fishing technique:
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Confusion Charters – North Point Marina include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Pink)

Your operator

Confusion Charters
Confusion Charters
Confusion Charters

Winthrop Harbor, Illinois, United States

ID & license verified
71 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since September 2018

'I have run charter boats on Lake Michigan and the Gulf of Mexico for over 40 years.' Captain Bob Poteshman has been working on other boats since even before that. His knowledge of the water and this area is huge. One of his preferred fishing styles is both anchored and drift bottom fishing. He runs a clean boat that has a comfortable pilot house.

ID & license verified
71 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since September 2018

'I have run charter boats on Lake Michigan and the Gulf of Mexico for over 40 years.' Captain Bob Poteshman has been working on other boats since even before that. His knowledge of the water and this area is huge. One of his preferred fishing styles is both anchored and drift bottom fishing. He runs a clean boat that has a comfortable pilot house.

The fish you can target

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Pink Salmon
Pink Salmon
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
39 ft
Year built
1985
Restored in
2025
Boat manufacturer
Tiara
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Crusader
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
21 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Lake Michigan
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Outriggers
Ice box
For the fish
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Available
First mate
Most of the time
Fishing license
Available

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
You keep catch
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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

 American Express

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Winthrop Harbor right now

Brown TroutBrown Trout
Lake TroutLake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)

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