Caliente' Charters Welcome to Lake Michigan's #1 Charter    What should we bring? Sunglasses & Sun Screen Soft soled shoes Food & Beverage of your choice (Alcohol is allowed) Cooler for your fish Camera to photograph all your fish Appropriate clothing for weather Valid Illinois fishing license with Lake Michigan Salmon Stamp Any seasickness medicines necessary Frequently Asked Questions Do I need a fishing license? Yes, you will need a valid Illinois Fishing License and a Lake Michigan Salmon Stamp. Where can I obtain a Fishing License? Illinois State Fishing Licenses are available at most sporting goods retailers, and most bait and tackle shops. What is the maximum number of people per trip? There can be a maximum of (6) people not including the Captain and Crew. What happens if the weather is bad? In case of inclement weather, the captain makes all final decisions on whether or not to charter at that time. If necessary, charters will be rescheduled by the Captain. How far in advance must I book a trip? We would prefer at least 2 weeks notice, however, sometimes we have availability on short notice. Give us a call and we will do our best to accomodate you. Do you require a deposit? Yes, $100.00 deposit is required within ten days of your charter. Do I have to bring any fishing tackle? No, all rods, reels and tackle are provided. Does the boat have a restroom? Yes, the Caliente' II has a very clean fully equipped restroom. What type of special equipment does the Captain and Crew use to catch all the big fish? We use a variety of tools. Water Temperature Indicators, Electronic Depth Sounder, Electronic Fish Locators, Outriggers, Yellow Birds, Loran "C" Radar, Auto Pilot, Electronic Chart Plotters, Radar, and Ship-to-Ship Communications are all used to improve your chances of catching fish.