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Is there a bathroom (marine head) on board?
Yes! However, it is intended for emergency use. Please use a restroom before you board the vessel.
Where is ChicaGo By Boat located?
We are conveniently located at 1559 South Lake Shore Drive in Burnham Harbor. For a detailed description of where to go once you have arrived at the harbor please visit our directions page.
Is there a Captain?
Yes! The owner and master is a professional mariner with over 13 years of experience as a licensed USCG Master Captain. Their career has taken them from the Gulf of Mexico to Boston Harbor to the Willamette River to the San Juan Islands, and Lake Michigan ever since 2010. They have commanded vessels from 8' to 148' and everything in between.
How many people are allowed on board?
We can comfortably and legally accommodate six guests plus your captain.
Are children allowed?
Yes, on weekdays and in a 1:1 adult to child ratio. Please consider their safety and your comfort before completing your reservation.
Are there life jackets?
Yes! Your Captain will show you where they are stowed during the boarding speech.
Can we bring food & alcohol?
Yes! And we can provide cold storage, cups, plates, and flatware. Please be mindful that we are a great venue for celebrating and relaxing but we are explicitly not a venue for being intoxicated. For specific information on our alcohol policy please read our policies page.
Can we play our own music?
Yes! We have a Bluetooth compatible Bose stereo.
What if it rains?
We constantly monitor the weather and only sail if we think it will be safe and comfortable for our guests. Conditions do change so we carry enough Patagonia foul weather gear to share with everyone on board.
Can we swim?
Despite the boat's name our insurance does not allow swimming day or night. You are chartering a very nice boat, enjoy it!
Can we smoke?
Sorry, no. Please feel free to bring electronic cigarettes or vaporizers.
Yes! However, it is intended for emergency use. Please use a restroom before you board the vessel.
Where is ChicaGo By Boat located?
We are conveniently located at 1559 South Lake Shore Drive in Burnham Harbor. For a detailed description of where to go once you have arrived at the harbor please visit our directions page.
Is there a Captain?
Yes! The owner and master is a professional mariner with over 13 years of experience as a licensed USCG Master Captain. Their career has taken them from the Gulf of Mexico to Boston Harbor to the Willamette River to the San Juan Islands, and Lake Michigan ever since 2010. They have commanded vessels from 8' to 148' and everything in between.
How many people are allowed on board?
We can comfortably and legally accommodate six guests plus your captain.
Are children allowed?
Yes, on weekdays and in a 1:1 adult to child ratio. Please consider their safety and your comfort before completing your reservation.
Are there life jackets?
Yes! Your Captain will show you where they are stowed during the boarding speech.
Can we bring food & alcohol?
Yes! And we can provide cold storage, cups, plates, and flatware. Please be mindful that we are a great venue for celebrating and relaxing but we are explicitly not a venue for being intoxicated. For specific information on our alcohol policy please read our policies page.
Can we play our own music?
Yes! We have a Bluetooth compatible Bose stereo.
What if it rains?
We constantly monitor the weather and only sail if we think it will be safe and comfortable for our guests. Conditions do change so we carry enough Patagonia foul weather gear to share with everyone on board.
Can we swim?
Despite the boat's name our insurance does not allow swimming day or night. You are chartering a very nice boat, enjoy it!
Can we smoke?
Sorry, no. Please feel free to bring electronic cigarettes or vaporizers.
Have a question specific to your sailing experience? Please email us!
