As we say “good-bye” to 2022 we want to heartily thank all of you for fishing in Georgia. Your support of fishing and purchases of fishing equipment and fishing licenses enable the Georgia Wildlife Resources Division to continue to do important research protect natural resources maintain and operate public fishing areas and so much more. […]

Wishing all of you a very Merry “Fish-Mas” and Happiest of Holidays. May the days fill your heart with joy and your tackle box with shiny new things to use at your favorite fishing hole.  NOTE: The State of Georgia is preparing for sub-freezing temperatures to move through over the holiday weekend. Should you choose […]

We a fantastic day out on the lake today. The striper fishing is on fire. Just ask these good looking Pro ball players what they think?? By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report December 20 2022 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

What part of Georgia do you think about if someone said “Hey let’s go trout fishing”? North Georgia right? And for the most part – that is correct. Georgia offers some great trout fishing opportunities in the northern part of the state (find out more HERE). BUT we have some fun news for those that […]

What is on your holiday gift wish list? Or are you looking to gift someone with a great present? We got you. Get or Give the Gift of the Outdoors – a Recreational Hunting or Fishing or Combo License to enjoy all the “wild” things that Georgia has to offer. Find out more HERE. NEWS […]

Ashley and Jenn from DC got on some really nice Stripers using artificals. First time they ever used jigging spoons and figured it out quickly!! By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report December 5 2022 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

Time to pull out all the cold weather gear and keep it handy in case I have a chance to get outdoors and throw out a line or two. A stocking hat and gloves make those adventures a little easier to enjoy.   NEWS TO KNOW: Electrofishing Sampling: Fisheries Management staff with the Coastal Region completed […]

Thankful. I am thankful for having family and friends – and even more thankful when they like to go fishing with me! Does your family get outdoors after the big meal and throw out a line or two?  NEWS TO KNOW: Stocking Catfish: Georgia DNR Fish Hatcheries are growing and stocking catfish for the catching. […]

When you think of fishing what image pops in your mind? Is it a peaceful tranquil setting as seen here in this shot of Willow Lake at McDuffie Public Fishing Area? Or it is your grandchild’s excited face as they reeled in their first catch? Whatever comes to mind we sure are thankful when you […]

Layton and her mom Whitney from Indiana put 25 nice linesides in the boat this past Tuesday. The time to catch alot of fish is now!! By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report November 17 2022 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

Layton and her mom Whitney from Indiana put 25 nice linesides in the boat this past Tuesday. The time to catch alot of fish is now!! By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report November 17 2022 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

November lumbers on in and people start arguing about setting the clocks back for Daylight Savings Time and whether or not it is ok to decorate for Christmas yet…but we know what is really important…what is biting and where! NEWS TO KNOW: Boat Ramps: Do you know how to find the nearest boat ramp? Check […]

Are you brave enough to do some night fishing anywhere this spooookkkkyyy weekend? We hope that whatever fishing you are able to do that it brings only treats (pan-sized preferably) and no tricks! NEWS TO KNOW Smallmouth Stocking: Lake Blue Ridge was stocked with 3 812 smallmouth bass produced at the Go Fish Education Center. The […]

Zach and his boys came up from Jupiter Florida and worked them over really good. Our striper season has officially started. Call and book your trip today! By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report October 25 2022 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

If you had to get your kids out of bed at 5:30 am on a Saturday morning…do you think they would be happy and excited about it? What do you think would motivate them? Chris Daniel knew EXACTLY what would get his two sons Mason and Logan out of the bed – participating in a […]

Missing that warm weather fishing? You might need to hit the water this weekend to enjoy a few projected warmer afternoons. After that looks like temps will take a dip down the Fahrenheit scale. Either way a day out on the water is better than a day at the office am I right?  NEWS TO […]

All affected by Hurricane Ian are in our thoughts as we hope for quick resolutions to displacement power outages and all other issues resulting from this type of devastation.  NEWS TO KNOW: CoastFest: This event originally scheduled for Saturday Oct. 1 has been postponed due to Hurricane Ian. At this time no future date has […]

How does a FREE FISHING DAY sound to you? On Sept. 24 2022 (tomorrow) residents do NOT need a fishing license or a trout license to fish on any public waters in the state including lakes streams ponds and public fishing areas. TOMORROW is also National Hunting and Fishing Day! National Hunting and Fishing Day […]

Mary Anne and Ronnie from South Carolina caught a ton of big crappie this week. Right now your limit is easily obtained. Dont miss this awesome bite! By Lake Oconee Fishing Guide Doug Nelms The post Lake Oconee Fishing Report September 21 2022 appeared first on Lake Oconee Fishing Guides.

ONE week from tomorrow is a day worthy of a celebration. Each day millions of Americans work to conserve and improve our natural resources—they are America’s hunters and anglers. That’s YOU! The U.S. Congress and President Nixon established National Hunting and Fishing Day in 1972 to recognize these generations of hunters and anglers for the […]

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 […]