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 […]

It’s the perfect time of year to take the family on a fall trip. Could be a day or a week…or dare we think longer?  The weather is (mostly) cooperative the scenery is beautiful (for all those “for the Gram” moments) and the fishing (so many choices) is great.  NEWS TO KNOW: Time to Renovate! […]

No. Don’t Do It. It’s Friday the 13th…it’s bad luck! You know what is not bad luck? Going fishing. There will always be something positive and lucky about taking the day (or even half a day) to hit up your favorite fishing hole. What lucky person will get to go with you?  NEWS TO KNOW: […]

Customers Feeme and Greg were mean on the Oconee Crappie today!! Its the time of year when we could boat 100 in a half day. Call now and book your next trip! By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report October 04 2023 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

Flathead catfish are not native to rivers like the Ogeechee. However since one was caught by a commercial angler in December 2021   WRD Fisheries staff have monitored the river hoping it was a lone occurrence. Unfortunately in August 2023 more flathead catfish were captured during sampling efforts. Since then about twenty have been removed from […]