Max and Lucas from Los Angeles had a blast working the striped bass over this weekend. Mom and Dad..(and Capt Doug) had a blast watching the whole thing. The stripers are jiggly right now and its time to book your trip. By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report April 1 2022 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Gu...

Make it a good day whether it is sunshine or rain by making it a fishing trip day! Challenge yourself this year to target a new species of fish a different style of fishing or visit a different type of waterway (like a river instead of a lake). We have all kinds of angler resources […]

Had great time fishing with Derrick from Tampa Fla. The big crappie are beginning to drop their eggs! For us that means hungry fish lots of bites and fast action. Call us for some great crappie action By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report March 25 2022 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

The state of Georgia abounds with an amazing variety of reservoirs and rivers that we are fortunate to fish. However the introduction of an aquatic invasive species into our waters can affect your fishing your boating and even your wallet. You can help prevent invasive species from entering our waters by draining the water from […]

This coming week is the full moon of March. Historically the best fishing of the year happens during this time. If you have never caught a monster Crappie this week is your best opportunity. Let’s get you out on lake Oconee fishing! By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report March 12 2022 appeared first on Lake Oco...

But but but…I was outside all last weekend working in my yard and enjoying the sunshine and warm weather and now I see storms and snow ahead? Look if y’all have lived in Georgia long enough you know how this works. I have attached a graphic if you need more info about where we are […]

The next few weeks the crappie fishing will go off on lake Oconee. Matthew and Irving found out quick how big these fish can get. If you love big crappie call us now!! By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report March 06 2022 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

What better way to get you excited about fishing than to tell you about a NEW State Record Fish! Timmy Woods of Kite Ga reeled in an 2 lb 10 oz hickory shad from the Ogeechee River on February 20. This same river produced the last state record hickory shad just over a year ago. […]

Steve from Minnesota landed the largest crappie of his life today on Lake Oconee. Its about to explode here!! By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report March 02 2022 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

For your fishing trips how do you prepare? Do you comb through your tackle box and organize it maybe make a list of things that need replacing and restock. Reline your poles. Review things like this report the Georgia Fishing Forecasts and favorite publications before making a decision on where to fish that day. Or […]

How about the legend Barry Bishop letting us know that the stripers are waiting on you at Lake Oconee. 20 pounder then a 13 and 10 on the very next. Getting real Right now!!! By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report February 24 2022 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

Checking weather reports to see if I can make at least one day this weekend a fishing day. Looks like I may want to get on out there as it appears some rain is coming next week. Are you a fair weather angler or are you a “fish no matter what weather” type of angler? […]

Valentine’s Day is around the corner so love is in the air. Well at least a love for fishing. We love to fish we love the challenge we love the water and we love the relaxation. Oh and we love to eat the catch of the day! What is your favorite thing to love about […]

Is there anything better than seeing a kid smile because of fishing? Well our Georgia Wildlife Resources Division Fisheries office was able to give an extra BIG smile to Mason Ray Cheek age 8 because he was the Grand Prize Winner of the 2021 Georgia Angler Award Program. A grant provided the funds to be […]

Anglers do you know about all the things you can find on the Georgia Wildlife Resources Division Angler Resources webpage? Georgia Fishing Regulations Trout and Walleye Specific Information Information on Places to Fish: Interactive Map Public Fishing Area links Fishing Forecasts for Reservoirs and Rivers and more. Angler Reward Programs: Find info...

Welcome to winter – I think it is finally about to arrive. At least that is what the current weather reports are telling us about this coming weekend. Be safe out there.  NEWS TO KNOW: State Record Shoal Bass: It’s a big’un. Joseph Matthew McWhorter is the proud angler with a brand new state record […]

Ann and Lauren turned striped bass pros today. They boated 27 fish this morning!! Fishing is on fire!!! By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report January 8 2022 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

How is it possible that we are already SEVEN DAYS into 2022? Have you made plans for your first fishing trip of the year yet?  NEWS TO KNOW: New Georgia Fishing Regs Available: The guide is now available online and in the Outdoors Georgia app. While printed copies are delayed (due to paper and manufacturing […]

Getting you a fresh fishing report right here at the end of December 2021 so you can start making all those great New Year’s Day plans for a good start to 2022. Hey make sure it includes grabbing someone new and taking them fishing for the first time. It is up to you to pass […]

Lianne came up from Miami with her friends and the Stripers gave them an Oconee welcome. They boated 40 in a half day! Happy New Year. By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report December 31 2021 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

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 […]