Shane Watson Guide Service Report (1-30-14)

Stripers and Spots on Lake Lanier Nothing much has changed on the stripers and spots on Lake Lanier. Look for the seagulls and loons diving. Cast a leadhead fluke to rolling stripers. Freelined trout & bluebacks are also working well when the fish are up …

Section of Soque River Added to National Forest

North Georgia’s Soque River, roughly 30-miles in length, is a vital tributary to the Chattahoochee River. The health of these rivers contributes to drinking water quality for millions of people downstream in Georgia, Alabama, and Florida. The cold-water Soque River (pronounced “so-KWEE”) is also home to …

Shane Watson’s Lake Lanier Fishing Report: Striper Fishing is Good

lakelanier.com is thankful for this Shane Watson Guide Service Report, dated 12-14-13. The stripers are on a typical wintertime pattern on Lake Lanier with mornings & afternoons being about the same. Look for the seagulls and loons diving. Cast a leadhead fluke to rolling stripers. …

December Specials at Georgia’s State Parks

Our friends at Georgia’s State Parks have many special events and bargains for visitors this December. Cozy campfires and peaceful beauty are just two reasons you’ll enjoy visiting Georgia’s State Parks during winter.  There are several specials to make a last-minute escape easy on your wallet.  Dates …

Lake Lanier Association Seeks Boat Show Volunteers

The Lake Lanier Association (LLA) is hosting a booth at the Atlanta Boat Show coming up January 9-12, 2014 at the Georgia World Congress Center. LLA is looking for volunteers to help us staff the booth during the show.  Show admission fees will be waived …

Hall of Fame Fishing Guide Shane Watson Signs Book Deal

Here’s some great news about Hall of Fame Fishing Guide Shane Watson. Capt. Shane Watson has announced that he has finished his autobiography and signed with a major book publisher.  Shane’s book “Homeless to Hall of Fame” will be available in hardback at most major …

SBCC Striper Tournament on Lake Lanier

Itching to go fishing?  Here’s some good news! The Striped Bass Conservation Coalition (SBCC) is sponsoring a tournament on Lake Lanier on Saturday, December 7, 2013, with lines in at 6:45 AM and lines out at 3:00 PM. You may register for the tournament online using the links below.  …

Jon Boat Fishing Tournament at Bald Ridge Marina: 12-14

Finally!  A fishing tournament that doesn’t require a $45,000 fishing boat with a $20,000 300-horsepower motor, $10,000 worth of electronics and a $50,000 truck to pull it to the lake. Kudos to the fine Americans who are organizing this fishing tournament on Lake Lanier that’s limited …