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 […]

The “Back to School Clock” is ticking. Like only about three more weeks between now and the first day of school. Don’t let the summertime get away without a few more family fishing trips. Fish for a new species or at a new location. How about a trip to the Go Fish Education Center or […]

Have you tripled up your trout catch to get a Georgia Trout Slam yet? If you catch all three species of trout found in Georgia (rainbow brown and brook) within a calendar year then you have a Trout Slam and can get a fun reward. The only thing better than completing a Trout Slam or […]

Magen and Alex students from UCF made short work of the awesome striper bite that is happening on Lake Oconee right now. No matter which college team you root for the stripers on Oconee are happy to play with all rivals! By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report July 08 2023 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing G...

Look we know you want to go fishing…and we want you to Go Fish Georgia…but be safe in this brutal southern summer heat! Some quick tips from the Red Cross include staying inside during hottest part of the day hydrating yourself with water wear a hat and try to take breaks or move out of […]

Want to “go fish” but trying to avoid some of the summertime heat? We got you. Visit the Go Fish Education Center  (GFEC) in Perry Georgia. This amazing facility is located right off I-75 and offers something for everyone! At the center you can take an educational journey through Georgia’s watersheds to learn about our […]

You already know what you need to do this weekend…take Dad on a fishing trip to celebrate Father’s Day! Doesn’t have to be a fancy excursion grab a few fishing poles a container of worms some snacks and the local fishing hole will do just fine. I promise the memories you make are worth more […]

Have YOU taken advantage of a Free Fishing Day during National Fishing and Boating Week (NFBW)? Well you have another chance tomorrow (Sat. June 10). On a Free Fishing Day Georgia residents do not need a fishing license trout license or Lands Pass to fish on public waters. NFBW is also a great time to […]

Angler Nick O’Conor has successfully completed the Georgia Bass Slam four years in a row and has already submitted his 2023 Bass Slam for review. Catching 5 of the 10 black bass species found in Georgia is a dedicated achievement! For Nick catching FIVE species just wasn’t enough. But let’s allow him to tell you […]

National Fishing and Boating Week (NFBW) starts tomorrow Sat. June 3 giving us a great excuse to get out on the water to celebrate! And…did you know there are TWO FREE Fishing Days as part of the celebration? That means on those 2 days (June 3 and June 10) Georgia residents do not need a […]

Great day on Oconee Avery Amanda and Serenity tackled the crazy wind and ended up putting some nice fish in the boat! Boated 22 Happy memorial days!! By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report May 27 2023 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

Congratulations to all the kids as they finish up school this week and an extra hearty kudos to all the Seniors as they cross the graduation stage. We hope that more free time this summer means more fishing trips!  NEWS TO KNOW National Fishing and Boating Week: Next Sat. June 3 is the beginning of […]

Every now and again I actually go fishing all by myself especially when the fishing is really good. This past week Oconee produced this fine table of fish in just 4 hours. Call me now to book your Crappie fishing trip!! By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report May 22 2023 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Gui...

“Nature has the power to heal because it is where we are from it is where we belong and it belongs to us as an essential part of our health and our survival.” Dr. Nooshin Razani Did you know May was Mental Health Awareness Month? How can we can take care of our minds? I […]

Miss Finley and her dad Jason from Kansas City put 25 Oconee Crappie in the boat in just a couple hours! The fish are on the brush piles and now is the time to book your trip! By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report May 19 2023 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

Do you know how to knot? Learning how to properly tie fishing knots helps make sure that your tackle stays on your fishing line. Check out the extensive and helpful “How To Tie Fishing Knots” webpage at TakeMeFishing.org.  NEWS TO KNOW:   Keeping Georgia Wild Family Festival: (Sat. May 20 2023 9 am – 2 pm): […]

It’s May! May means the last few weeks of school for the kids and looking forward to the slower days of summer. Will your late Spring/Summer plans include a family fishing trip?  NEWS TO KNOW Great Outdoors Day on the Atlanta BeltLine: (Sat. May 6 10 am – 1 pm): will feature interactive exhibitions from […]

Tis the season for some kind of outdoors event each weekend right? When deciding what to do be sure to add in some events that help inform and teach your kids (and you!) about different types of outdoor recreation and activities. When you go to these events pay attention to what really interests you and/or […]

I see a few sunny days on the weekend horizon which makes it a perfect time to prep and plan a fishing day trip! Where will you go? You can always check out one of the 11 available Public Fishing Areas or use the Interactive Fishing Map and if you need help knowing some tips […]

It’s probably time to re-spool your fishing reels so grab those and some fresh line and let’s talk about the loads of fishy facts and fun we have to share.  NEWS TO KNOW Catch a Flint River Tagged Bass – Get Rewarded! Biologists are tagging shoal and largemouth bass that are 12 inches or longer […]