Captain
James Goebel

Member since May 2018 Waukegan, United States
Background
Captain James has been fishing since he was 7 and is the third generation of passionate anglers. He's been a full-time captain for 11 years now, and nothing makes him happier than seeing smiling and satisfied anglers thanking him for a wonderful trip. James loves teaching kids and novices how to reel in their first fish. His sense of humor and fishing expertise is what makes his customers keep coming back year after year.

Hey, I'm Captain James Goebel

Waukegan, United States
Background
Captain James has been fishing since he was 7 and is the third generation of passionate anglers. He's been a full-time captain for 11 years now, and nothing makes him happier than seeing smiling and satisfied anglers thanking him for a wonderful trip. James loves teaching kids and novices how to reel in their first fish. His sense of humor and fishing expertise is what makes his customers keep coming back year after year.
Anglers Choice
154
Reviews
9
Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Long Gone 3 Charters

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(154 reviews)
Angler's choice
Waukegan
 Last booking: 3 days ago
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Trips from US $600

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 154 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
98%
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Gregory S.
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with James

VERIFIED   6-Hour Tripโ€”Salmon&Trout (PM) on May 22, 2021
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Keith H.
Lake Villa, IL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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April fishing trip

VERIFIED   5-Hour Tripโ€”Salmon and Trout (AM) on April 10, 2021
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Jacob K.
Arlington Heights, IL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great captain!!

VERIFIED   5-Hour Weekday Special (AM) on October 16, 2020
Had a great day on the water with captain Jim!! Nice guy with a good sense of humor. Will be using him again for sure!!
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Sheila H.
Wauconda, IL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day - Full Cooler!

VERIFIED   5-Hour Tripโ€”Salmon and Trout (PM) on June 21, 2020
If your goal is to have fun enjoy your beautiful day on the lake laugh drink and fill a cooler Captain Jim is your guy!
Sheila H. recommends Long Gone 3 Charters
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Logan S.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Morning Trip with Captain Jim

VERIFIED   6-Hour Tripโ€”Salmon&Trout (AM) on June 20, 2020
Our trip with Captain Jim was a blast! Lots of fun for the whole gang! We plan to rebook as soon as possible!
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