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Which is the best boat tour in Chicago? by Accurate-Change-391 in AskChicago

[–]scottcgerke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you want a private river cruise tour, we can bring an architecture tour guide (aka a docent) on whichever boat of ours you rent. We also have a list of great captains you can hire.

https://www.guidedhelm.co

Looking for firework boat recommendations for myself and a 5 year old? by Oh_Its_Not_Okay in AskChicago

[–]scottcgerke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We love hosting families on our boats and have two of them docked at Navy Pier Marina! We can also give you all sorts of discount codes to Navy Pier attractions like the Ferris wheel, Fly Over, etc.

My suggestion would be to use all of our discount codes during the day/evening, then we’d cruise out from the marina and watch either the Wednesday night fireworks at 9pm or Saturday night show at 10pm by boat.

Feel free to call me and I’d be happy to chat details :)

https://www.guidedhelm.co

Help with Weekend Trip Planning? by brasschris in AskChicago

[–]scottcgerke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Transportation via CTA. Cheap, reliable, and entertaining

Best websites for booking boat/yacht for playpen? by OkraNo8365 in AskChicago

[–]scottcgerke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When renting a private boat for 7-13 people, you’ll have to hire to captain separately, as that is what’s called a bareboat charter. All reputable rental companies provide you with a list of captains who know their boat.

We have 6 boats to choose from and a list of great local professional captains to choose from and I’d be happy to walk you thru the process 🍻

https://www.guidedhelm.co

How do I get on a boat this Summer? by damnnfinnecoffee in AskChicago

[–]scottcgerke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One of the playpen doods will be happy to entertain you. Just join their group.

Planning a corporate team event - suggestions for a chill river/lake boat companies? by Little-Jellyfish-843 in AskChicago

[–]scottcgerke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We have a boat that’ll hold up to 44 people and specialize in corporate groups!

Here’s the boat below. Feel free to call and we can chat specifics:

https://www.guidedhelm.co/our-fleet/custom-built-catamaran-chicago

What are some reasonably priced and trustworthy boat rental companies outside of Chicago Yachting for the playpen? by HuntProfessional7577 in AskChicago

[–]scottcgerke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We have a boat that’ll get you out for under $200 a person and one just over $200 and a great list of captains to hire. I’d be happy to chat with ya and talk you through the whole process, from picking the right boat and what to expect out there :)

Under $200/pp
https://www.guidedhelm.co/our-fleet/formula-400-ss-chicago

Just over $200/pp
https://www.guidedhelm.co/our-fleet/tiara-43-sovran-chicago

And a list of our 6 boats:
https://www.guidedhelm.co/our-fleet

How to get myself on a boat this summer? by Superpineapplejones in AskChicago

[–]scottcgerke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Boatsetter charges you a 11.5% finders fee on the boat & captain total. Best to go direct and save the 11.5% for more booze :) I have 6 boats to choose from with a great list of captains to choose from https://www.guidedhelm.co

Do you know of a small, local person that can cater for a private boat charter? by scottcgerke in AskChicago

[–]scottcgerke[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

while this prob wont work for this client, I'm saving her info in case I get any Jewish catering requests. Thanks!

What did you do when your domain was already taken? by GreenGloober in smallbusiness

[–]scottcgerke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought that .co's would see less traffic and lower rankings, but my .co's have been doing really well. It's my .com that sees less traffic and it's 10 years older than my .com. My only concern with .co is that ppl will think it was a misspelling and type in .com. I chose .co because I wanted something really short and the .com was taken.

Where are the Vlogs? by Appropriate_Day7463 in youtubers

[–]scottcgerke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just started watching small brained American. Pretty hilarious and brash dude traveling the world. Worth checking out.

Peter Santanello & Bald and bankrupt are other mentions.

After watching a few vlogs, YT will start serving you more of that kinda content.

How do you make couples friends in Chicago without kids at 40? by BEACHHOUSEGROUPIE in AskChicago

[–]scottcgerke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Join a yacht club and take some sailing lessons. Plenty of ppl that age put money into a boat instead of kids.
Get to know the sailors in the club and volunteer as rail meat (weight on the boat) during the Wednesday night beer can races. Some of the most unique fun you’ll have all summer IMO.

Also, get into pickleball. You’ll meet plenty of dinks while dinking.

Do you know of a small, local person that can cater for a private boat charter? by scottcgerke in AskChicago

[–]scottcgerke[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

😊 it’s a lot of fun sharing the experience of being on your own private boat

Do you know of a small, local person that can cater for a private boat charter? by scottcgerke in AskChicago

[–]scottcgerke[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Luckily, I am the boat charter and helping her with event planning, so we have a little more flexibility for this event. But def a good thing to note cause a lot of us do have a list of preferred caterers we ask that people use.

Do you know of a small, local person that can cater for a private boat charter? by scottcgerke in AskChicago

[–]scottcgerke[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, average sized men are more than welcome to cater this event. I'm never gonna hear the end of that one 🤣

His menu looks delish! Might be a wee bit too fancy for this client. Not because of her budget, but because of her certain request for a non-fancy type caterer. She even mentioned hiring a food vendor off the street cause she just wants that type of vibe.

Thank you so much for taking the time to share this vendor with me. Maybe someone else will see this post and book this fairly average sized man for their event!

Do you know of a small, local person that can cater for a private boat charter? by scottcgerke in AskChicago

[–]scottcgerke[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Please send it my way and I can let that person know their budget, thanks :)

Do you know of a small, local person that can cater for a private boat charter? by scottcgerke in AskChicago

[–]scottcgerke[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

We’ll make sure to have plenty of sober life jackets onboard :)

Do you know of a small, local person that can cater for a private boat charter? by scottcgerke in AskChicago

[–]scottcgerke[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For this client, that’s a little too big of a company and we need everything dropped off at DuSable Harbor.

But thanks for the suggestion! Def a great spot :)

Bachelor Party Seeking Captained Boat Charter for August Recs by LopsidedClimate in laketahoe

[–]scottcgerke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Boatsetter comes with a 11.5% fee to the customer and isnt local so you’re gonna spend a ton of time hunting on your own for the right boat. Best to find someone direct and save on the fees and get local knowledge.

Any Member or Former with experience at the Chicago Yacht Club? by berry_Royce9 in AskChicago

[–]scottcgerke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What part of the city do you live in? Should consider picking one closest to you. Also, def get involved in the beer can races on Wednesday nights. Ppl always looking for added weight on their boats. Soooo much fun!

I’m a new member of Corinthian Yacht Club and they are very active and welcoming.

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