Captain
Nickolas John Wagner

Member since May 2024 Waukegan, United States
Background
Capt. John is experienced in navigating the waters of Waukegan, Illinois and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. Join them on a thrilling fishing trip where you might reel in Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon and trout

Hey, I'm Captain Nickolas John Wagner

Waukegan, United States
Background
Capt. John is experienced in navigating the waters of Waukegan, Illinois and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. Join them on a thrilling fishing trip where you might reel in Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon and trout
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Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Playin Hooky Charters

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(6 reviews)
Waukegan
 Last booking: 3 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $575

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 7 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (5)
May fishing trip
Amazing Time!
August fishing trip
+2
Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
71%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Daniel E.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  July 19, 2025
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Anthony W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time!

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip โ€“ Weekday Special on June 26, 2025
Anthony W. recommends Playin Hooky Charters
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Terry M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing Time!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (PM) on October 19, 2024
We highly recommend Captin John! He is very knowledgeable and knows where the fish are. My family had the best time and we...
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Kenneth K.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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May fishing trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Weekday Special on May 5, 2025
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Mark N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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August fishing trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Weekday Special on August 14, 2024
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