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.

‘Tis the season to wet a hook. Don’t let the cold weather keep you inside by the fire. The winter is a great time to hunt deep for stripers or fling flies for trout. Read the tips below bundle up and head out and enjoy the holidays with some time on the water. Even the […]

Tick Tock Tick Tock. Have you purchased all your holiday gifts for friends and family members yet? Need another idea that you know they will enjoy and you don’t have to go to the store to get it? Gift them a hunting or fishing (or combo) license to help them enjoy the wild places they […]

I appreciate the cold weather. I really do. I mean less bugs when I am fishing is always a plus. But it does take a little extra planning because I definitely don’t like to get cold when I fish. What items are on your must-have “don’t get cold” checklist (base layer hat gloves etc.) to […]

Tag…I’m it? You’re it? Did you know that you and I can support wildlife and fish conservation with a vehicle tag purchase? Consider adding a wildlife license plate to your vehicle today! Find out more HERE and HERE. NEWS TO KNOW: Renovation Continues at Go Fish: The Go Fish Education Center in Perry GA will remain […]

Had a blast with Jeremy Dale and their buds from Covington Ga went off on some stripers.The wonderful season is now underway and what a great time to book your trip today By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Striper Fishing Report November 27 2023 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

As we near Thanksgiving we naturally look at things that make us thankful. I am thankful that we live in a state that offers so many amazing fishing opportunities in Georgia and thankful that we have anglers that purchase their fishing license and fishing equipment as that allows the Georgia Wildlife Resources Division to continue […]

An early Fishing Report Blog – YES! Veterans Day is Nov. 11 and I am going to bet that you know someone (relative friend neighbor) that has served this country in some capacity. You already know what suggestion I am going to make. Make it YOUR mission to seek out that person and take them […]

Interested in trout fishing? Now is a great time to plan a trip to North Georgia and when you do plan to test your skills at one of Georgia’s five Delayed Harvest trout streams.  While trout fishing can be found year-round in Georgia there are five trout streams that are seasonally managed under special regulations […]

Monroe and his grandfather Allen from North Carolina tag teamed on some nice stripers at Oconee. The cooler weather will only make the fishing better each day. By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report October 28 2023 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

The Go Fish Education Center in Perry GA just started an exciting project. That means that the facility is temporarily closed to the public – but not for long! The watershed room and the shooting sports room are being completely renovated. Prepping and painting of walls has begun and new design ideas are working through […]

Need a last minute gift for someone that loves being outdoors? We know just the thing! Gift them a fishing or hunting (or combo) license to help them enjoy the wild places they love. A lifetime license purchase includes a free durable license card. However you can also put any annual license on a beautiful […]