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Eric Schweikart
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Eric Schweikart

New Smyrna Beach, United States
Angler's choice
25+ reviews
My dad and grandfather grew up fishing all the waters of Florida and passed their knowledge to me at a young age. I combine my experience in hospitality and customer service, with my passion for fishing.

Charter

Rating

5.0
38 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

100%
Recommend this charter

All reviews (38)

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  • Luis Machado
    Luis Machado
    us
    Illinois, US
    β€’
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Good trip. Very knowledgeable & experienced captain

    Half Day Trip – Nearshore/Offshore β€’ 2 adults

    Good trip on a challenging day. Captain Eric was great. Equipment all well maintained and we felt comfortable the whole trip. Weather had been a challenge and we did not see anyone getting bites. Captain Eric kept working different spots and his knowledge of the area is obviously top notch. Some days the fishing gods are just not with you. Will definitely book with Captain Eric again.

    Response from Captain

    Thank you Luis! There will be better days ahead for us! 🎣🎣

  • Jason Hyde
    Jason Hyde
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    β€’
    Member since 2024
    β€’
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip!

    Half Day Trip – Inshore β€’ 2 adults

    Captain Eric is fantastic. He is very accommodating and taught us a lot. He was able to get us on the fish quickly. We caught fish the entire trip and brought home enough to feed us for several days. Would recommend Drop’em Down Fishing Charters for anyone.

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Response from Captain

    Thanks Jason! Pleasure having y'all out today! 🎣🎣

  • Christopher Broman
    Christopher Broman
    de
    Germany
    β€’
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Professional and helpful! Book it!

    Half Day Trip – Inshore β€’ 3 adults

    Look.. the other charter captains were literally calling him because we were catching so many Redfish. Threw 5 back because they were to big, 1 keeper red and a big black drum. Get some.

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Black Drum
  • David Forster
    David Forster
    us
    California, US
    β€’
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Captain! Will definitely book again with Captain Eric!

    Half Day Trip – Nearshore/Offshore β€’ 2 adults

    Captain Eric was very helpful in providing effective fishing techniques. found a great honey hole !

    Reported catch:
    Mangrove Snapper
    Lane Snapper
    Black Drum
    Response from Captain

    Thanks David! Look forward to fishing with y'all again!! 🎣🎣

  • Patrick Glennon
    Patrick Glennon
    us
    Florida, US
    β€’
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great day of fishing

    Half Day Trip – Inshore β€’ 3 adults

    had and awesome trip. caught a bunch of big black drum. lots of fun. capt Eric is great

    Response from Captain

    Thanks Pat!! 🎣🎣

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    Great trip!
    Jason H.
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    great day of fishing
    Patrick G.
    Patrick G.
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    Great fishing trip
    John E.
    John E.
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    Great day on the water
    Thomas G.
    Thomas G.
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    Great all around!
    Marshall B.
    Marshall B.
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    Half Day at the Inlet
    Warren W.
    Warren W.
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    Was a good time
    Jim C.
    Jim C.
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    Great day of fishing!
    Daniel M.
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    Half Day Trip
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    Shawn T.

What's biting with Drop 'Em Down Fishing Charters in New Smyrna Beach

The fall mullet run attracts migratory fish close to shore. If you're after a Bull Redfish, this is the time to go for it. Don't miss the annual FishStock festival for tournaments, panels, and bargains. 

Top catches for September

Fishing reports

A group of four anglers proudly displaying their catch of various fish, including a large Black Drum, on a dock after a successful fishing trip.

Bite is hot!!

Feb 22, 2024Β β€’Β New Smyrna Beach
Inshore we are catching plenty of black drum, sheepshead, redfish, and the occasional snook. Offshore we are getting a limit of snapper, mostly lanes, every trip out. Mixing in some mangrove snapper, porgy, and sheeps.
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Hot November Fishing!!

Nov 1, 2021Β β€’Β New Smyrna Beach
Weather is looking a little nasty this weekend but should be back to clear skies next week. We've been catching redfish, snook, mangrove snapper, big jack crevalle, sheepshead, black drum, and more. Have a couple spots open for next week running trips morning, noon, or night. Give me a call and let's get your adventure booked!! **hidden content** Let's Go Fishing ???
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A family enjoying a day on a boat, with a scenic backdrop of the coastline and clear blue waters.

Terrific day on the water!!

Oct 13, 2020Β β€’Β New Smyrna Beach
Drop 'Em Down Fishing Charters at it again!! This super cool family from TN came out to catch black drum, bull redfish, sheepshead, and mangrove snapper!
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An angler proudly displaying a freshly caught Snapper while seated on a boat, enjoying a day of fishing in calm waters.

Giant Bull Redfish!!

Oct 8, 2020Β β€’Β New Smyrna Beach
More happy customers. Bull redfish weighing 45+lbs. Also some snapper and a very toothy bull shark. Half day and full day charters available with Drop 'Em Down Fishing Charters.
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Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while on a boat under a bridge, showcasing a successful day of fishing.

Full day of fun on Drop'Em Down Charters

Oct 2, 2020Β β€’Β New Smyrna Beach
Some buddies came out today to target snook and redfish. Mission successful as they not only got great pictures but also a fantastic dinner.
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