Dust off the pollen-covered camp chairs re-line the fishing poles and give a quick refresh and replenishment to the ‘ole tackle box. The weather is improving and that means it’s time to get family or some friends together for a fishing trip. Doesn’t have to be a long one maybe a just a good day […]

Four so far in 2024. Two freshwater AND two saltwater state record fish have already been caught in 2024. Have you got your fishing license yet? It’s time to get out there! Jeffrey Forester reeled in a new rock bass freshwater state record fish on April 6 and Ryan Simons landed a new Queen Triggerfish […]

Angler Jason McRae is the ONLY angler to successfully complete the Georgia Bass Slam SEVEN years in a row AND he also caught all 10 species each year! In 2023 he was the Grand Prize Winner for the Georgia Bass Slam (all anglers completing a Slam are entered into an annual prize drawing). Take some […]

If you have never tried trout fishing now is the perfect time to start because trout stocking is officially underway! Last week roughly 45 000 trout were distributed across 52 streams in Northeast Georgia. This year anglers can expect to see some larger trout as the target size for the “big” fish program has increased from […]

The Shoal Bass is the State Native Riverine Sportfish and one of the 10 species of black bass found in Georgia. They are native to the Chattahoochee and Flint River basins; and introduced in the Ocmulgee and Oconee rivers. Anglers interested in pursuing shoal bass should check out the Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division interactive […]

Roady from McDonough GA shows off the 2 biggest Crappie he has ever caught. The lake Oconee Crappie season has taken off with a bang. Give us a call and book your trip today. By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Striper Fishing Report March 20 2024 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

Lately anglers just can’t throw out a line without catching an Angler Award worthy fish at Rocky Mountain Public Fishing Area. Oh I promise we are not complaining. Just can’t figure out why all of you aren’t trying to get there. Redear sunfish and crappie catching are excellent targets right now. Mr. Kenneth Hardy and […]

It’s the time of year when you can catch big Crappie and big Stripers. Bill and the boys did just that today!! Call now and book your trip for the best time of the year. By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Striper Fishing Report March 10 2024 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

Do You Know the Fishing Forecast? It’s one thing to pay attention to the weather forecast but knowing the fishing forecast for the lake or river you plan to visit can pay off with big fish benefits!  You can review the annually updated Georgia Fishing Forecast for 31 reservoirs and 19 rivers with recommended best […]

It’s the time of year when you can catch big Crappie and big Stripers. Bill and the boys did just that today!! Call now and book your trip for the best time of the year. By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Crappie Fishing Report March 07 2024 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

Anglers we are jumping straight into the “News to Know” because we have a lot of stuff to share – enjoy! NEWS TO KNOW Harvest Time: Spring Pond Harvest at the Go Fish Education Center in Perry GA is underway. Bring the cooler and take home your catch during this event. Give It a Listen: […]

It has been almost two years since an angler has reeled in a state record so it was exciting to hear about Emerson Mulhall’s yellow perch catch this week. He tied the 2013 state record perch at 2 lb 9 oz with this 16-inch catch from Lake Burton on Feb. 18 2024. The female perch […]

Did you know that fishing is considered an excellent activity to help with mental health? So when those winter blues are feeling heavy it’s a sure sign that you need to get outside and go fishing. Find out more at “Mental Benefits of Fishing” on the Take Me Fishing website. NEWS TO KNOW Bass Trivia: […]

BY CAPTAIN WAYNE MOORE – USCG LICENSED Book now to reserve your fishing trip date! Looking back on this time in 2023 conditions were very similar. I am writing on February 14th and this week we had a ton of rain. The lake is heavily stained even in Richland Creek. However the water temperature today […] The post Spring 2024 Forecast for Fishing on...

I would guess that most people who read the weekly Georgia Fishing Report are experienced anglers looking for the latest fishing intel. BUT I hope that beginner anglers also find the report because we share a lot of information that is great for all anglers! WHERE SHOULD A NEW ANGLER START? Georgia Wildlife Website: A […]

Brrrrr…are you braving the cold to get out to the water? What is your favorite cold weather fishing hack? I like to include some of the “hot hands” warmers in my tackle box in case the hands get too cold to handle the fishing pole.  NEWS TO KNOW: Strong Partnerships for Trout Hatcheries: For decades […]

When your smile is as big as Jenny Moore’s (see our cover photo) you know you had a good day of fishing. Jenny said that she is so proud of her largemouth bass catch at Lake Lanier. When they tried to weigh it with their hand-held scale it bottomed out so they didn’t get an […]

Making your winter break work for your future! Five students who are past participants of the Georgia DNR Career Academy spent their winter break doing a “mini-camp” where they traveled to the coast to shadow DNR staff. The high school students worked with Georgia Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) staff at Evans County PFA to sample […]

When the year is coming to a close do you look back at the adventures you had on the water in the previous 12 months? Even better do you get excited about making fishing plans for the coming year? The Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division encourages you to get outside your “fishing comfort zone” and […]

Maricel and her daughters Liz and Elise from Valdosta Ga. boated some great linesides this afternoon. The fish are showing up strong and now is the time to book your trip for non stop action on lake Oconee. By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report December 29 2023 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.