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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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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…
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…
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…
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…
Shoal Bass Species Profile
Shoal Bass (Micropterus cataractae) are a lesser-known bass species to many anglers and fish enthusiasts. Those who are aware of them and live in an area where they exist rave about…
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,…
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,…
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…