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 […]

We hope your weekend plans include attending one of the multiple free events on National Hunting and Fishing Day Saturday Sept. 23. This day is meant to recognize generations of hunters and anglers that have given their time and money to help make wildlife conservation programs a success.  Conserving the states natural and wildlife resources […]

We know you love to fish but do you know how to protect our waters so that Georgia’s native fish species can thrive? One way is to help prevent Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS). ANS can cause significant ecological and economic impacts from damaging vessels and other boating equipment to impeding access to waterbodies to disrupting […]

We know you don’t need another reason to go fishing – but here are some excellent points about why fishing in Georgia is so great: We have six different ecoregions and 100 miles of Atlantic shoreline which provide a wide variety of freshwater and saltwater game-fish species in addition to a range of beautiful settings. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

Make the most of summer break and take the kids fishing before school starts back! Georgia’s 11 Public Fishing Areas are the perfect places to slow down soak up the outdoors and create special memories together. Whether you’re casting from a pier the bank or a boat it’s a great way to connect as a […]