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Welcome to the fishing section of Get Outdoors South! Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just starting out, we’re here to provide you with all the information you need to make the most of your fishing trips. From tips on choosing the right equipment to tips and techniques from seasoned professionals, our goal is to help you catch more fish and have more fun on the water.
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Piscifun Carbon X Spinning Reel Review: Lightweight Performance Under $100
Finding a high-quality spinning reel that won’t break the bank can be a challenge for anglers on a budget. Piscifun aims to deliver performance features and quality components at reasonable…
Choosing the Best Summer Bass Lures for Hot Weather Fishing
Summer bass fishing can be both rewarding and challenging. With bass in various stages of their seasonal behavior and often seeking refuge from the heat, choosing the right lure for…
A Bass Angler’s Guide to Bait Color Selection
Choosing the right bait color can make all the difference in your bass fishing success. In this article, we dive deep into the art of selecting the perfect bait color,…
Choosing the Best Hooks for Trotlines: A Complete Guide
Planning a big fish fry? There’s no better way to fill the fryer with delicious catfish fillets than with a good, old fashioned trotline. To ensure there’s plenty of fried…
The 5 Best Lures for Shoal Bass Fishing
Shoal bass, a popular game fish native to the Southeast., are known for their aggressive nature and strong fighting ability. That, combined with the picturesque habitat in which they are…
Bullhead Catfish Fishing in Georgia: An Angler’s Guide
Bullhead catfish are a common species of freshwater fish found throughout Georgia’s streams, rivers, and lakes. Often caught incidentally by those targeting channel catfish, bullheads are a hardy and tasty…
Discovering Georgia’s 10 Black Bass Species
Georgia is a haven for anglers, especially those who love to target bass. The state is home to a diverse range of black bass species, each with its own unique…
Complete Guide to Satilla River Fishing
Georgia’s Satilla River is a hidden gem in the Peach State, offering a variety of fishing opportunities for both novice and experienced anglers. With its serene beauty and rich biodiversity,…
Catching Georgia’s Giant Blue Catfish
When it comes to freshwater fishing in Georgia, nothing compares in size and fight to the blue catfish (Ictalurus furcatus). Native to the Coosa river in the northwest corner of…
Understanding the Catfish Spawn: Timing and Fishing Tips
The catfish spawn is an important event in the life cycle of catfish and presents an excellent opportunity for anglers to target these delicious game fish. During this period, catfish…
Complete Guide to Catching Georgia’s Flathead Catfish
Georgia is a haven for anglers who love chasing after flathead catfish. These robust fish can be found in several of the state’s rivers and reservoirs, offering thrilling challenges for…
Redbreast Fishing in Georgia: Top Destinations and Techniques
Redbreast sunfish, also known as redbreast or Lepomis auritus, are popular gamefish among anglers in Georgia, especially those who are fond of traditional fishing in the many rivers, streams, and…
Georgia Shoal Bass Fishing: The Complete Guide
Shoal bass fishing is a popular pastime among Georgia anglers. What these bass lack in size compared to their largemouth cousins, they make up for in attitude and fight. Not…
A Guide to Georgia’s 5 Popular Catfish Species
Catfish are a popular game fish and a valuable source of food for many Georgia anglers. In this article, we will explore Georgia’s 5 popular catfish species, their characteristics, habitats,…
The Best Baits for Catching Channel Catfish Day or Night
Channel catfish are one of the most sought-after game fish in the South. These bottom-dwelling game fish are known for their voracious appetite and can be caught using a variety…
Best Catfish Rigs for River Fishing
River fishing for catfish can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but to increase your chances of success, you need the right rig. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just…
A Guide to Southern Bream Species
We write a lot of content about bluegill fishing due to its popularity and unlimited opportunities in the South. And while many of those articles specifically reference bluegill, they actually…
Surf Fishing for Sharks in the South: A Complete Guide
The Atlantic Ocean offers diehard shark anglers a chance to land some phenomenal fish right from shore. The Southeast United States is filled with miles of beaches and coastline that…
Which Fish Eat Bluegill, Sunfish, and Other Bream? [Answered]
When it comes to eating freshwater fish, it’s hard to beat the mild flavor of a bluegill’s flaky, white meat. But it’s not just us humans that love to eat…
3 Best Methods for Cleaning Bluegill and Sunfish
Bluegill and sunfish are fun to catch and make great table fare. But for years I practiced strict catch-and-release whenever I targeted bream because I felt there wasn’t enough meat…
Choosing the Best Hook for Bluegill Fishing
Choosing the right hook is an important, but often overlooked aspect of bluegill fishing. It can impact your ability to set the hook, as well as how well the fish…
A Complete Guide to Shoal Bass
Shoal Bass, otherwise known as Micropterus cataractae in the scientific community, are a lesser-known bass species to many anglers and fish enthusiasts throughout the world. Those who are aware of…
Georgia’s Best Bream Fishing North to South [2023]
Georgia sportsmen and women are blessed to have a variety of great fishing opportunities across the state — from trout fishing in the North Georgia mountains, to salt water fishing…
Beginner’s Guide to Bluegill Fishing
Whether you’re brand new to fishing or hoping to shake the rust off after a long winter, bluegill are the perfect fish species to target. They have high populations, are…
The Perfect Depth for Catching Bluegill
Most of the time, bluegill are pretty easy to catch. It’s what I love most about fishing for them. But every once in a while, even the bluegill won’t cooperate,…
Where to Fish for Smallmouth Bass in Georgia
Aggressive strikes and acrobatic fights separate smallmouth bass from many other freshwater species. These beautiful fish are found all over the United States in various bodies of water including parts…
The Absolute Best Times to Catch Bluegill
I’m guessing that given the choice, most of us would spend a little more time fishing and a little less time working. But until I hit the winning lottery numbers,…
Are Bluegill Good to Eat? [Answered]
There’s nothing quite like a day of catching big bluegill from your favorite fishing hole. And while I practice catch and release most days, every once in a while I…
The Best Bait for Bluegill: Live and Artificial
While I love catching big bass and catfish as much as anyone, it’s hard to beat a great day of bluegill fishing when the action is hot. Fortunately, bluegill fishing…