Captain Jason was amazing. The boat was clean, fast, and set up well. Through the website I…read moreinquired about availability for the next day (less than 24 hours) and Jason was able to put together a great weekday trip. He took us out, he knew where the cold water was and put us right on the brown trout. When the fish moved after dawn he took us to another spot where we hooked into some kings, big lake trout and steelhead. Jason worked his butt off on a 90° degree day so we could have a wonderful day catching fish. A+ for his efforts, knowledge, the boat and his energy.

I took a fishing trip with Jason and it was a blast! Lots of fish biting and a beautiful day out on…read morethe water. I'm sure I'll be back!

I had a rather disappointing experience with Captain Larry's boating service. From the start, there…read morewas a noticeable lack of warmth or welcoming vibes. The staff seemed disinterested in providing a pleasant customer experience. When we had questions about the safety procedures and tour details, their responses were curt and lacked empathy. The boat itself was fine, but the overall experience was dampened by the staff's indifferent attitude. Even when we expressed some concerns about the route due to weather conditions, our worries were dismissed without proper consideration. It's unfortunate because the potential for a great boating experience in Chicago is there, but the customer service left a lot to be desired It's interesting that I see a review mentioning discrimination because I couldn't help wondering if the treatment we experienced was related to fact that my partner was with me. We are not ones to display affection in public but our body language is obvious Not recommending this service if you care about equality and not supporting a biased business

I would not return. We were recommended by someone we trust so we had our hearts open. My…read moregirlfriend (who is a strong woman of color) felt patronized and, dare I say, discriminated. We will not recommend Captain Larry services to anyone who values respect

My 2 friends and I had our 2nd trip with Brush and Roll Charters, that's right, SECOND! We loved it…read moreso much last year we decided to do it again this year. After doing some research, there is just something about BNR that makes us come back. The atmosphere is very friendly, laid back, fun and full of adventure. Capitan Joel and his mate Randy are suitable for all characters and have plenty of stories to share with us every time we went. This years boat is bigger,more luxurious, and fast! I simply loved heading out to our fishing spots blasting my favorite songs from SiriusXm, it all adds to the excitement. At the end of our day we had a boat full of large fish which Randy prepared for us to take home. Lastly, if you say you want King Salmon and not Coho's, the team will do their best to find you some, unlike other charters who will want to cut down on going out further due to gasoline prices. If you are looking for a great time, in a safe, fun boat, with experienced fishermen, look no further. I will be seeing BNR again soon!

Not at all apologetic for the low rating. My friend and I were planning a birthday fishing charter…read morefor her and four other people (a total of six people) in October, and we did a lot of research on the charters available in Chicago. We liked the reviews and rates for B&R and decided on them. However, when I emailed about the reservation, I received an email back from the Captain stating that though the boats are licensed for six people, he request that we only have four people. I followed up with a reply stating essentially then why be licensed for six if you "prefer" only four people. His response: "As a Captain my goal is to make our customers safe. As a business owner it is to make our customers feel comfortable. 6 passengers plus a mate and a captain feels like musical chairs. Something the coast guard could care less about. I want to give adequate time and attention to each passenger without relocating them and shuffling them around." He then tossed us to a different (more expensive) charter. While I understand it's your charter and decision, that is not how you do business to customers willing to pay for a service. If you are so concern about the customers' safety, either get a bigger boat or change the license to four people instead of six to avoid misleading customers. Won't be considering them again.

Such an incredible experience! We booked a sunset sail over Labor Day weekend, and somehow my…read moresister, her boyfriend, and I ended up being the only three guests on a boat that can accommodate around 45 people. We honestly expected that they might cancel with such a small group, but they still took us out and gave us what essentially felt like a private sunset cruise. The entire evening was beautiful and felt incredibly special. The boat itself was fantastic--my sister's boyfriend especially loved the netted areas where you could lie back, relax, and enjoy the water and the views. Being able to spread out and enjoy the sunset with practically the entire boat to ourselves was unforgettable. I really appreciated that they honored the sailing despite having only three guests. They easily could have canceled, but instead they gave us an experience we'll remember for a long time. I would absolutely recommend them and would sail with them again!

Captain Mike was so great!…read more It rained all day but we still were really excited to do this sailboat tour. Our tour was scheduled from 7-9 and Mike checked in numerous times throughout the day to make sure we were feeling comfortable with the weather - he was more than happy to accommodate if not. He was personable, knowledge and made us feel super safe along the way. And the Chicago skyline was STUNNING! Would def recommend!

Went out with a group with Storm Warning Charters this morning and it was one of the best…read moreexperiences I've had in Chicago. Brian and Jeff were incredible. Friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely great guys to be on a boat with. They put us on fish immediately and we ended up landing 7 huge trout. After we got back, they helped us filet everything so we could take it home and cook it tonight. These guys clearly love what they do and it shows in every part of the experience, from the second you step on the boat to the second you walk off with a cooler full of fish. Already planning to get back out with them later this summer. Cannot recommend Storm Warning enough. Book them. You won't regret it.

Great day of fishing for mid October highly recommended put us on the fish quickly and gave us a…read morewonderful experience

I've known the owners of Anchor Charters for a few years personally and was fortunate enough to…read morehire them for a charter with my wife and family for an afternoon sail last year. If there is one thing to know about Anchor Charters is that they take the safety of their crew, their boat and the safety of all others very seriously. In addition to being fantastic sailors, the owners are fun, fantastic people with hearts of gold who keep their boat and all of its equipment in immaculate shape. These folks are experts when it comes to all things sailing and they have one of the most comprehensive understandings of sailboat construction, maintenance and the actual art of sailing out of many of the people I've been on the water with over the years. If you're looking for a relaxing, safe and enjoyable experience for your family, friends or both, I can recommend Anchor Charters without hesitation. My wife and I are already eagerly looking forward to the summer season so that we can book another unforgettable experience on their immaculate boat. Thanks Anchor Charters for a great time!

Had a GREAT TIME sailing!!! The boats are all nice and clean.Was a wonderful experience.I highly…read morerecommend going with Fairwind charters if you're looking to experience sailing along Chicago's lakefront.They are conveniently located at Burnham harbor pretty much near EVERYTHING!!! Soldier Field,Shedd Aquarium and Millenium Park are nearby.JUST DO IT!!! Also,there is a restaurant/bar at Burnham harbor that has LIVE MUSIC that you can go hangout at after youre done.Great time!!!!

I do not post often but when I do it is because I feel I received a service or product that was…read moreexceptional. My wife and I had Sailing on our bucket list. This past summer we purchased the Summer of Sail package from Fairwind. The weather was not cooperative. However, Ben Sells the owner worked with us and made sure we received all of our sails and lessons. It was so much fun we spent the entire summer learning new skills all the nautical terms and my wife and both received our ASA 101 and 103 certifications. We are now joining Ben with his flotilla to the BVI's this spring and have renewed our lease with him next year. I have friends that use other lease share services and lost thousands of dollars in unavailable sails due to the weather. Great program very nice boats, Ben Sells was great and Highly recommend.

Great company. It was a great experience from the beginning of the charter to the end. Safety was a…read morebig priority with this company, The captain was a licensed captain with years of experience. The boat was clean and we left on time. I would highly recommend this company if you are looking to have a great experience,