- Location
- Sarasota, Florida
- Trip Types
- Inshore, nearshore, seasonal tarpon
- Phone
- 941-284-6274
Drag-On Charters offers private Sarasota fishing with Captain Eric Paquin. Trips explore the bay, local passes, and nearby Gulf water, with options for families and anglers seeking seasonal species.
Contact and booking details
| Operator | Drag-On Charters |
|---|---|
| Area | Sarasota, Florida |
| Departure / address | Ken Thompson launch area, 1708 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236. |
| Phone | 941-284-6274 |
| Use the operator’s website or phone; no public email was confirmed in the reviewed pages. | |
| Website / reservations | Visit Drag-On Charters |
| Trip options | Inshore, nearshore, seasonal tarpon |
The boat
The operator lists a 26-foot Pathfinder that can accommodate six guests. Ask about seating, shade, and the best group size for the type of fishing you want. A full passenger load can feel different from a smaller group that plans to cast frequently.
Rates and trip length
Four-hour trips start at $500, six-hour trips at $700, and eight-hour trips at $900. These rates cover one or two guests. Each additional guest adds $50. Gulf trips have a listed $100 surcharge, so confirm the total for your route.
What is included
Gear, bait, license coverage, ice, water, sunscreen, fish cleaning, and trip photos are listed. Possible targets include snook, redfish, trout, seasonal tarpon, snapper, and grouper. Tell Eric if your group prefers casting, bait fishing, or a teaching-focused outing.
Booking your day
Meet in the Ken Thompson area after confirming the exact ramp and departure time. The booking information describes rescheduling or deposit refunds when weather prevents a trip. Ask for the separate guest cancellation terms and bring any preferred food or drinks.
Details checked September 29, 2026, using the operator’s published information. Rates, boats, meeting points and policies can change; confirm the final trip details directly. Listed species describe possible targets, not a guaranteed catch or an open harvest season.
Featured photo: Drag On Charters adult and child holding a grouper. Photo from Drag-On Charters.
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