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SkipperBud’s Takes the Helm at North Point Marina as Winthrop Harbor Prepares for a Strong 2026 Boating Season
SkipperBud’s Takes the Helm at North Point Marina as Winthrop Harbor Prepares for a Strong 2026 Boating Season
The Village of Winthrop Harbor is pleased to announce that SkipperBud's will now serve as the operator of North Point Marina for the upcoming boating season. SkipperBud’s is already a familiar and trusted presence along our harbor, having supported the boating community for years through sales, maintenance, and customer service. Their transition into day-to-day marina operations brings experienced management, continuity, and a team that understands both the needs of boaters and the importance of the marina to the surrounding community.
This development also expands an already strong partnership with the Village. SkipperBud’s has demonstrated a long-standing commitment to Winthrop Harbor and to Lake Michigan’s boating culture, and their involvement helps ensure that slip holders, visitors, charter captains, and local businesses can expect dependable service and a positive experience at the marina. The Village is confident that their knowledge and professionalism will enhance operations while preserving the welcoming atmosphere that makes our lakefront special.
The Village extends sincere appreciation to Joyce Mason, Illinois State Representative for the 61st District, for her advocacy and leadership in helping resolve the uncertainty affecting our residents, employees, and local businesses. We also recognize and thank Mary Edly-Allen, Illinois State Senator for the 31st District, as well as the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and the Office of the Governor of Illinois for their involvement and assistance throughout this process.
Over the past several weeks there have been frequent communications, coordination calls, and ongoing meetings involving the Village, state officials, marina stakeholders, business partners, and operators. Many individuals worked behind the scenes to share information quickly, coordinate next steps, and identify a path forward that allowed operations to continue without interruption. The outcome reflects a true collaborative effort and a shared understanding of the marina’s importance to the region.
North Point Marina is more than a destination. It represents a community within the community. Charter captains, service providers, restaurants, hospitality partners, employees, and boaters all form an interconnected network that supports Winthrop Harbor’s identity and local economy.
We are delighted to welcome visitors back for the 2026 boating season and once again open our lakefront to boaters and guests from across the Midwest. The Village looks forward to a vibrant and successful season and thanks our residents, partners, and the entire boating community for their continued support of Winthrop Harbor.
Welcome Back Boaters and Outdoor Enthusiast For 2026
Welcome Back Boaters and Outdoor Enthusiast For 2026
The 2026 Boating Season Is Almost Here - And It’s Going To Be Better Than Ever
The 2026 Boating Season Is Almost Here - And It’s Going To Be Better Than Ever
North Point Marina is preparing to welcome boaters back to Lake Michigan, and we’re excited to share some great news: everything you love about the marina is returning for the 2026 season, the same incredible boating, the same unforgettable lakefront atmosphere, and the same summer traditions now with a trusted new operator, SkipperBud’s, a name boaters across the Great Lakes already know and rely on.
You’ll still experience the best of Lake Michigan right here:
You’ll still experience the best of Lake Michigan right here:
Beautiful protected harbor slips
Easy access to open water
Sunrise departures and early-morning cruises
Dockside grilling, relaxing, and gatherings with friends and family
The waterfront lifestyle you’ve come to expect isn’t changing — it’s being strengthened. SkipperBud’s brings decades of Great Lakes boating experience and a reputation for customer service, marina management, and boater support. As a longtime regional partner, they understand the boating community, the needs of slip holders, and the importance of keeping the marina welcoming, organized, and responsive.
What does that mean for you?
What does that mean for you?
It means:
• Reliable dock services and attentive marina staff
• Strong service support for boaters
• Continued amenities and improved responsiveness
• A familiar team that knows the local boating culture
And of course, the experiences that make North Point Marina special remain front and center:
Spend the day cruising the shoreline of Lake Michigan.
Grab food and drinks after a long day on the water.
Watch the sunrise over the lake from your slip.
Launch a weekend trip with friends and family.
Or head out on one of the popular charter fishing expeditions departing directly from the lakefront.
From casual boaters to serious anglers, from first-time visitors to long-time slip holders, this is the place where summer happens.
North Point Marina isn’t starting over.
It’s continuing forward with the same traditions, the same lake, and an experienced partner committed to making a great marina even better.
The docks open soon. The season is waiting.
We’ll see you on the water in 2026.
Make North Point Your Marina
Make North Point Your Marina
Return to the harbor you know and keep your slip at North Point Marina — an accessible, safe, and affordable destination where boating is easy, dependable, and enjoyable. Set within a tranquil shoreline setting and surrounded by Illinois Beach State Park’s more than 4,100 acres of protected shoreline, dunes, and natural habitat, the marina offers a roomy, unhurried atmosphere so you spend less time navigating crowds and more time on the water. Smooth access to Lake Michigan, nearby services, and a welcoming boating community make every trip simple from dock to horizon.
Return to the harbor you know and keep your slip at North Point Marina — an accessible, safe, and affordable destination where boating is easy, dependable, and enjoyable. Set within a tranquil shoreline setting and surrounded by Illinois Beach State Park’s more than 4,100 acres of protected shoreline, dunes, and natural habitat, the marina offers a roomy, unhurried atmosphere so you spend less time navigating crowds and more time on the water. Smooth access to Lake Michigan, nearby services, and a welcoming boating community make every trip simple from dock to horizon.
Our North Point Marina Community
Our North Point Marina Community
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