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 […]

Learn how to dissect mayfly caddis and stonefly hatches to experience some of the best moments in fly fishing.

For the most part last week was another mild weather week with a couple more days in the mid 60’s!  A pending cool down and wind just in time for the weekend right. I know inconsistent weather patterns are normal for February but it would be nice if those warm ups could occur on Saturdays? […] The post Captain Mack’s Fishing Report-Feburary 16 204...

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: […]

Go beyond the basics and fill your fly box with these essential fly patterns to maximize your productivity on the water.

The early signs of Spring are showing up now! The Daffodils are blooming the Herons are nesting and we had a couple of days in the high 60’s last week to get us primed! I am sure we’ll have a couple more returns to winter but this far into February they are general […] The post Captain Mack’s Fishing Report-February 9 2024 appeared first on Ca...

These Stonefly patterns are a must for every fly fisherman's fly box. Learn when and where these flies are best to throw.

The Best Caddis Fly Patterns to fill your fly box with. Dry Flies Nymphs and Emergers are must haves for all fly fishermen.

Lanier is at 1070.27 (-.73 feet below full pool) with water temps at 48-51 degrees. The main lake is clear and gets a slight stain as you get above Brown’s Bridge and up into the south lake creeks.  Once you are above the Hwy 53 bridges or half way back in the south creeks then […] The post February 2024 Lake Lanier Striper Fishing Report appeared...

These Mayfly Fly Patterns are must haves for any fly box. These flies imitate every mayfly life stage: nymphs emergers duns and spinners

Sorry about no report last week? I got an invitation to a wedding and since my daughter was going to be the Bride I accepted! All of this occurred in Baton Rouge so I was away for most of the week. For the record I did manage to sneak away and get in a few […] The post Captain Mack’s Fishing Report-February 2 2024 appeared first on Captain Mack's....

The best places for trout in North Georgia from a North Georgia Fly Fishing Guide. Best trout fishing in Blue Ridge Dahlonega and Helen.

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 […]

Winter continues its icy grip on North Georgia however there is a light at the end of tunnel!! By The middle of next week we should see temperatures back into the middle or even high sixty’s! Of course there is a tradeoff it will be a soggy warm up. In north Georgia in February you […] The post Captain Mack’s Fishing Report-January 19 2024 appeare...

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 […]

January is generally a month of change and January ’24 looks to be living up to that standard very well. We had a big rain dump  last Tuesday followed by a couple of moderate days and another round of storms arrived Friday. The bad news is last weeks weather looks to be mild compared to […] The post Captain Mack’s Fishing Report-January 12 2024 ap...

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 […]

Blue ridge lake Temp 48 Level-18ft Clarity 12ft Feb typically brings our coldest temps of the year. These cold temps will drive fish deep to more stable water temps.This time of year I tell everyone find the deepest fish you can find and target those fish. Walleye hate light and love to lay in […]

ers Temp 49 Level full to -6 ft Clarity 8 ft Feb typically brings our coldest temps of the year. These cold temps will drive fish deep to more stable water temps.This time of year I tell everyone find the deepest fish you can find and target those fish. Walleye hate light and love […]

Temp 52 Clarity 3 ft Level – 4ft er’s has been fishing pretty well. The walleye are not schooled up but in small groups holding near the bottom on points and humps. Look for them under spots and stripers as well feeding on injured baits. Early morning and just after dark are the […]