Anglers have heard the phrase that fishing is about more than just catching. And we believe it. But the catching sure makes it more fun! Greg Jones of Athens GA knows that being on the water with friends is truly a great gift and catching a mess of fish is a bonus. Greg says “I […]

A beautiful wild rainbow  One of our favorite pictures holding a nice Wild rainbow  First wild rainbow from this young lady A healthy Wild rainbow The post Wild brown trout caught on a euro rod trip appeared first on North Georgia Fly Fishing Blue Ridge.

Warm weather continues but the lake conditions and the fish are changing as we move into the end of August. The month will end with the 2nd of two August Super moons the next occurring on Wednesday the 30th with a 9:36 PM peak. The weather will also change next week as the extended forecast […] The post Captain Mack’s Fishing Report-August 25 2023...

Beating the heat in the mountains catching wild rainbows. The mountains are always cooler and a good way to beat the heat. Nothing beats little wild rainbows on a dry fly. The post Beating the heat in the mountains appeared first on North Georgia Fly Fishing Blue Ridge.

With the heat of summer scorching everything in sight finding cool waters for stocking trout becomes a challenge. Especially when you are trying to meet the targeted weekly trout stocking schedule (find a link to it HERE)! The Georgia Wildlife Resources Division trout team continues to keep tabs on north Georgia streams and stock all […]

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I know you’ll be up early tomorrow going to the lake or perhaps going to get the hunting camp ready?  Either way be sure to tune into O’Neill Outside Radio in the AM I’ll be making a guest appearance live with O’Neill from 4 to 6 AM on WSB 95.5/AM 750 we’ll talk ‘fishin!! I […] The post Captain Mack’s Fishing Report-August 18 2023 appeared first o...

Looks like we might have a few more “cooler” mornings through the weekend before the heat comes roaring back. That means we definitely need to take advantage of the break and go cast a line! What do you consider ideal fishing weather?  NEWS TO KNOW: This Saturday at the Go Fish Center: On Sat. Aug. […]

Dog days are here although it looks like we get a slight break from the humidity as we go into next week. As you are fishing next week after dark or early in the am watch the skies for a great chance to see a falling star. The Perseid Meteor shower peaks out on the […] The post Captain Mack’s Fishing Report-August 11 2023 appeared first on Captain...

If you can’t get outside to actually go fishing (I know I don’t like to think about it either) how about doing some reading about fishing? Here are some suggestions! For researching the next water body you want to tackle check out the Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division Fishing Forecasts. For planning your next tasty […]

Lake level is 1068.76 feet (2.24 feet below full pool) with water temps from 86-88 degrees. The main lake is clear but the backs of the creeks are slightly stained. The stripers are south and will stay there for next few months. Shoal Bald Ridge Young Deer and Big are holding the biggest concentrations of … August 2023 Lake Lanier Striper Fishing...

It looks like we will see a slight break in the heat as we go into the first week of August? The forecast highs are under 90 degrees at least for a few days. Ok I know that’s not much incentive but that is an improvement. After all It is still summer and fishing is […] The post Captain Mack’s Fishing Report-August 4 2023 appeared first on Captain...

We know you like to fish. I mean after all you are reading a fishing blog right now. But do you like a Challenge when you are fishing? If so check out our challenges like the Georgia Bass Slam (catch 5 of the 10 Black Bass species in the state) the Georgia Trout Slam (catch […]

Friday is here! Where will your fishing plans take you this weekend? How about to one of the 11 Georgia Public Fishing Areas available across the State. PFAs are managed for fishing by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) and most areas offer additional experiences to entertain the whole family.  All PFAs [...

Travel plans will dictate another early post this week I should be back on a regular schedule next Friday. Thanks to all who came out to fish the Capt. Macks Customer Appreciation Tournament it was an awesome day! Thanks as well to corporate partners and our volunteers we are grateful for all you do! July […] The post Captain Mack’s Fishing Report...

Lake Trout can be one of the toughest species to find and catch on the fly. Travel across the United States to find out the how and where.

I am posting a little early this week to allow time to prepare for the Customer Appreciation tournament. Remember lines in at 6:30 back at the City Of Buford Ramp by 12 to submit pics. You best four Stripers are allowed and if you have a White Bass he counts too! Only Capt Macks Branded […] The post Captain Mack’s Fishing Report-July 21 2023 appea...

When you are given a chance to provide input on something do you take advantage of that? You should! Especially if the “something” is important to you – like fishing! Well right now through July 28 you have the opportunity to provide input on proposed rule-making changes to trout fishing.  Review the info about the […]

After a hot July hopefully August is a little cooler.  The water temperature is in the mid eighties and the water is clear. The size of fish showing up is even better than last year.  The best fishing is on the south end of the lake due to the deeper colder water which means higher […] The post August 2023 appeared first on Catching Not Fishing.

It’s almost Here!! Capt Mack’s Customer Appreciation Tournament is Sat July 22nd! Watch the Insta and FB page for info on rules times etc. I hope you’ll make plans to participate! The bite is shaping up nicely for trolling and power reeling for the event! The water temps are finally heating up 87 degrees as […] The post Captain Mack’s Fishing Repo...