CHICAGO BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Chicago's Finest: Captain Rich Wallace at the Helm
A 3–4 hour guided boating experience from 31st Street Harbor led by Capt. Rich — a licensed, highly credentialed mariner who brings decades of seafaring experience to Chicago waters.
Chicago's Finest: Captain Rich Wallace at the Helm.
Join Captain Rich, a seasoned mariner with more than 20 years of Caribbean experience, for an expertly guided boating adventure. With extensive qualifications and mastery of many vessel types, Captain Rich offers a compact, professional charter that places an experienced captain and crew at your service for a focused 3–4 hour outing.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Two Decades Afloat and Full Credentials
Capt. Rich Wallace spent more than 20 years captaining vessels in the Caribbean and holds a 100-ton International Masters license plus VSO, STCW-95 and multiple endorsements — a level of professional qualification rare on local charters.
Transparent Rates and Included Crew
Current rate is $100 per hour; that rate includes Captain and crew. Gratuities are appreciated but not bundled into the hourly price.
Short, Focused Charters from 31st Street Harbor
Charters run roughly 3–4 hours and depart from 31st Street Harbor (J Dock), offering a concise window to get on the water with a seasoned professional at the helm.
What the day feels like
What the Trip Feels Like
The outing is compact and professional: you meet at 31st Street Harbor on J Dock, embark under the direction of Captain Rich and his crew, spend roughly three to four hours on the water under experienced command, then return to the harbor. The emphasis is on safe, expert handling of the vessel and a straightforward, well-run charter.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this charter suits best — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Gratuities are appreciated. Plan for a 3–4 hour outing from 31st Street Harbor; bring personal essentials appropriate for a short boat charter.
The listed rate is $100 per hour and includes the captain and crew; gratuities are not included.
Departures begin at 31st Street Harbor, J Dock; confirm the exact boarding details with the operator prior to arrival.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is a typical charter with Captain Rich?
Charters are scheduled for approximately 3–4 hours.
Where do I meet for the charter?
The meeting and embarkation point is 31st Street Harbor on J Dock.
What is the hourly rate and what does it include?
The current rate is $100 per hour; that price includes the captain and crew. Gratuities are appreciated.
Who operates the charter and who is the captain?
The operator is Knot My Boat Charters and the captain is Captain Rich Wallace.
What are Captain Rich’s qualifications?
Captain Rich holds a 100-ton International Masters license, VSO, STCW-95, and multiple endorsements and has more than 20 years of Caribbean captaining experience.
Are crew and captain included in the price?
Yes — the listed hourly rate includes the captain and crew.