Reel Drag Fishing Charters 

5.0/5 (4 reviews)
 
State licensed
 3187 Stringfellow Road, St. James City, FL 33956, United States
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Spend the day with Reel Drag Fishing Charters and let them show you what makes the fishing in St. James City so memorable! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Gregory is prepared to put you on fish.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Black Drum, Jack Crevalle, Redfish, Sheepshead, Snook, Tarpon, and whatever else is biting.

On these trips, you can expect to bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don’t have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there’s one on board. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites!

Capt. Gregory operates an 18’ Skiff that holds up to 3 passengers. It comes with all the essentials.

Capt. Gregory has rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you’ll be catching it yourself.

There’s no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. If you don’t know what to expect, ask the captain.

It’s always wise to bring sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Your trip with Reel Drag Fishing Charters is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

Gregory Notorfrancesco

Captain

Gregory Notorfrancesco

 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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4 hr inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $550 
4 hr inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Price for up to 3 people
US $550 
4 hr inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
Price for up to 3 people
US $550 
4 hr inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 PM
Price for up to 3 people
US $550 
4 hr nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $600 
6 hr inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $750 
6 hr nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $800 
6hr tarpon trip (seasonal)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $950 
8 hr inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $1,000 
8 hr nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $1,100 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 4 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (8)

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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

67%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

75%

Caught fish

100%

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Lucas S.
Lucas S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

It was a “reel drag”

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4 hr inshore on March 18, 2025

Greg was awesome. He made my two kids really enjoy the trip. Knew where to go to put us on some fish. We consistently caught fish the whole 4 hours we were out there. Boat and equipment was top notch. Definitely getting ahold of him in a month or two when we need another day on the water.

Greg was awesome. He made my two kids really enjoy the trip. Knew where to go to put us on some fish. We consistently caught fish the whole 4 hours we were out there. Boat and equipment was top notch. Definitely getting ahold of him in a month or two when we need another day on the water.  

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 Lucas S. recommends Reel Drag Fishing Charters

Christopher H.
Christopher H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Catching fish is better than fishing! Proved it…

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4 hr inshore on May 15, 2025

Great guide, knew where to catch fish, all equipment was in new shape, can’t wait to use this service again!

Great guide, knew where to catch fish, all equipment was in new shape, can’t wait to use this service again!  

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 Christopher H. recommends Reel Drag Fishing Charters
Gregory Notorfrancesco
Gregory Notorfrancesco (The Captain)
Replied on May 16, 2025
Thanks again guys
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Richard W.
Richard W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great captain, knowledgeable, and showed is good time!!! Highly recommend!!

VERIFIED

4 hr inshore on March 12, 2025

Want to get hooked up on some fish 🐟 call capt greg

Want to get hooked up on some fish 🐟 call capt greg  

 Richard W. recommends Reel Drag Fishing Charters

allen s.
allen s.

The captain canceled

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Trip was supposed to happen on March 26, 2024

The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

 

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Gregory Notorfrancesco
Gregory Notorfrancesco (The Captain)

FAQs about Reel Drag Fishing Charters

What are the trip rates for Reel Drag Fishing Charters?

Reel Drag Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 hr inshore (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 hr inshore (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 hr inshore (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 hr inshore (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 hr nearshore (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 hr inshore (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 hr nearshore (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6hr tarpon trip (seasonal) (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 8 hr inshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 8 hr nearshore (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Reel Drag Fishing Charters?

When you book a trip with Reel Drag Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Reel Drag Fishing Charters?

Trips booked with Reel Drag Fishing Charters include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (I will normally go out before pick up and get bait)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (No charge and done at the dock)
  • Fishing License (I will have you covered for Fishing license )
What types of fishing does Reel Drag Fishing Charters offer?

Reel Drag Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Reel Drag Fishing Charters offer?

Reel Drag Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
Which fish species can I catch with Reel Drag Fishing Charters?

Top targeted fish species with Reel Drag Fishing Charters include:

  • Black Drum
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snook
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Gregory Notorfrancesco

St. James City, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
18 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2024

Benefit from Capt. Gregory's extensive knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in St. James City. This area is known for Jack Crevalle, Snook and Tarpon and you'll get to catch them using bottom fishing, spinning, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join him on the water.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Snook
Snook
Tarpon
Tarpon

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
Parker
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Flats Fishing

Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Wireless Trolling Motor

Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

I will normally go out before pick up and get bait

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

No charge and done at the dock

Fishing License

I will have you covered for Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

No age limit

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 0.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in St. James City right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
RedfishRedfish
TarponTarpon
2 people are looking at this charter.