Posts by GON Staff
Lake Lanier Fishing Report – March 2023
Lanier: Level: 0.1 below 1071. Temp: 56-61 degrees. Clarity: The water clarity has been clear on the south end as usual, but with all the rain the backs of the creeks definitely have some stain. Bass: Jimbo from Jimbo’s Lake Lanier Spotted Bass Guide Service reports, “Fishing during March can provide some interesting opportunities. The…
Read MoreConservation Law Enforcement Corner – March 2023
The Conservation LE Corner is designed to highlight the efforts of Georgia DNR Law Enforcement Division (LED) officers who, among their many duties, protect Georgia’s wildlife, sportsmen and natural resources from game-law violators. The following account is provided from DNR LED. When you look at this picture above from 2020, remember that the red snapper…
Read MoreLegislative Update: Does DNR Need A Director Of Outdoor Recreation?
During what for hunters and fishermen has been a relatively uneventful session of the Georgia Legislature, along comes a proposed law that would create a new director-level position within DNR for someone with the power and duty to increase outdoor recreation in the state. House Bill 314 would establish the position of Director of Outdoor…
Read More7th Annual ‘Shoot For Seth’ Rescheduled To Feb. 25
The annual sporting clays event that benefits a scholarship fund in the memory of Seth Stapleton will take place Feb. 25 at Old Hudson Plantation near Sparta in Hancock County. The shoot was originally planned for Oct. 1 but had to be rescheduled due to Hurricane Ian. Seth was a senior football player at Morgan…
Read MorePredator Trapping Class Coming To Rome
Why trap predators, what are the ethics of trapping, what are the tools of the trade, what sets are best and how do you best design them, how do you properly handle fur—these are just some of the questions that will be answered and discussed during an eight-hour trapping course that is coming to northwest…
Read MoreGON February 2023 Issue
February 2023: Vol. 37, No. 2 It’s not here yet, but great spring weather is on the way. Now is the time to make sure your fishing gear is ready for action. Photo By Ricky Baker February Feature Articles No hindsight ip unit displayed. Prespawn Bass Time Is Coming, Get Ready Now The weather…
Read MoreConservation Law Enforcement Corner – February 2023
The Conservation LE Corner is designed to highlight the efforts of Georgia DNR Law Enforcement Division (LED) officers who, among their many duties, protect Georgia’s wildlife, sportsmen and natural resources from game-law violators. The following account is provided from DNR LED. Murray County: There isn’t a case on this incident—at least not yet. But a…
Read MoreLake Russell Fishing Report – February 2023
Russell: Level: 0.3 feet below 475. Temp: Mid 50s. Clarity: Clear on the main lake and stained in the creeks. Bass: Tournament angler Kerry Partain reports, “The fishing has been good, and you can catch some big fish right now, as well as multiple species. This time of year can be feast or famine, but…
Read MoreLake Blue Ridge Fishing Reports – February 2023
Blue Ridge: Level: 18 feet below 1686. Temp: 45-50 degrees. Clarity: Clear. Bass: Capt. Eric Crowley, of Lake And Stream Guide Service, reports, “The bass bite has been pretty steady the last few weeks with big schools of fish chasing herring. Bait selection isn’t as important as timing. When the spots are chasing bait, they will hit…
Read MoreLake Eufaula Fishing Report – February 2023
Eufaula: Level: 0.7 feet above 188. Temp: 52 degrees. Clarity: Heavy stain. Bass: Capt. Sam Williams reports, “This extreme cold weather that we have experienced since the last week of December has cooled the river lower than we have seen in a while. The cool water has driven the fish deeper late in the day and…
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