Drag on Fishing Charters

Drag-On Charters is a private fishing charter business based in Sarasota, Florida, owned and operated by USCG-licensed Captain Eric Paquin. Established in 2006, the company draws on Captain Eric’s more than 20 years of experience fishing Sarasota’s inshore and offshore waters. Charters serve visitors to Sarasota, Bradenton, Siesta Key, Lido Key, and Longboat Key, with trips tailored to families, first-time anglers, and experienced fishers. Depending on conditions and location, guests can target species including snook, redfish, tarpon, grouper, snapper, and cobia.

The business offers private four-, six-, and eight-hour trips for groups of up to six, with rates starting at $500. Gulf trips and additional guests may incur extra charges. Fishing equipment, ice, water, and sunscreen are provided, and Captain Eric cleans and fillets the catch after the trip. The company states that no fishing license is needed for guests and promotes a safe, welcoming experience. Visitors can check availability, review charter rates, read fishing reports and guest reviews, and watch first-person trip footage before booking.