things to do in Wilmette, IL

A private sail for proposals, photos, and a champagne toast

Private 3-hour sail to view Navy Pier fireworks with a USCG-certified captain included

Make the most of a quick day fishing on the water

A half-day fishing trip with plenty of time on the water

More time on Lake Michigan when summer fish are farther offshore

Make the most of a weekday fishing trip on Lake Michigan

Paddle Lake Michigan’s shoreline for city views and guided instruction

Choose your paddlecraft for a self-guided outing on the water

Paddle past the Wild Mile and Chicago's skyline in a single or double kayak

Explore Chicago River routes by kayak or stand-up paddleboard at your own pace

Paddle the Chicago River in a single or double kayak, from the Wild Mile toward downtown

Learn essential sea kayaking skills with certified instructors

Learn paddleboard skills for calm-water adventures

Walk through Chicago scenes from Ferris Bueller, The Dark Knight, and more

Follow Chicago’s movie trail with a local actor guide

Sail Lake Michigan for sweeping views of Chicago’s skyline

Sail Lake Michigan with live blues from Michael Charles and his band

See Chicago’s skyline from Lake Michigan on an evening sail

Watch Navy Pier fireworks from the water with Chicago skyline views

90-minute group sail for Navy Pier fireworks and Chicago skyline views

Discover the sweeter side of wine this Halloween

Self-drive pontoon on the Chicago River with Navy Pier fireworks

Taste four Chicago pizza styles on a guided West Loop walk

Visit four Chicago pizzerias and compare four pizza styles by bus