A Bass Angler’s Guide to Bait Color Selection
When it comes to bass fishing, I’ve learned over the years that choosing the right bait color can make all the difference. It’s an art form that’s evolved through countless…
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Georgia Hunters Close 2024–2025 Deer Season with Impressive Harvest Numbers
The 2024–2025 deer hunting season in Georgia wrapped up with a total harvest of 273,079 deer, a slight decrease from the previous year’s record-setting 288,871. The harvest included 130,553 bucks…
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Lake Lanier Fishing Report – January 17, 2025
As of this writing, I have not seen any sign of a shad kill in the areas I have been fishing. The water temps need to drop into the low…
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Learn To Use Prescribed Fire on Your Georgia Property
Register for a Learn & Burn: Prescribed Fire Workshop Here is your chance to learn how to use prescribed fire on your land! No experience necessary. Join local experts at…
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Only One Change Proposed for Georgia’s 2025-2026 Statewide Hunting Regulations
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is inviting public input on proposed changes to hunting regulations for the 2025-2026 seasons. This process, which happens every two years, plays a…
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Episode 2: Making Outdoor Dreams Come True with Jamie Kiep of the Miracle in the Woods Foundation
In this episode of the Georgia Afield Podcast, host Brian Grossman is joined by Jamie Keep, founder of the Miracle in the Woods Foundation. This nonprofit organization is dedicated to…
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Lake Blue Ridge Fishing Report – January 3, 2025
Walleye Just because it’s freezing cold doesn’t mean you can’t catch fish. Vertical fishing is the name if the game for walleye right now. Spoons, jigs, minnows, and soft plastics…
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Carters Lake Fishing Report – January 3, 2025
Even in cold weather, fishing can be rewarding. Understanding fish behavior during the coldest times can be enjoyable. Vertical fishing is key for walleye—using spoons, jigs, minnows, and soft plastics…
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Episode 1: Podcast Reboot, Deer Season Update, and Planning Ahead
Listen Now About This Episode In this episode of the Georgia Afield Podcast, Brian Grossman and co-host Robert Nelson are back after a long break, catching up on their 2024-2025…
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Georgia Duck Hunters: Stay Informed About Avian Influenza Before Your Next Trip
Attention Waterfowl Hunters: States near Georgia are reporting a rise in Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAIV or bird flu) among waterfowl. This viral disease can affect wild and domestic birds…
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Beginner’s Guide to Bream Fishing
Bream fishing is one of the most accessible and rewarding outdoor activities for anglers of all skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting started, targeting bream—such as…
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Does the Moon Really Impact Deer Movement? Insights from the MSU Deer Lab
Deer hunters often swear by the moon’s influence on deer behavior. From moon phases to overhead and underfoot positions, theories abound about how lunar activity affects buck movement. But what…
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Best Black Friday Deals on Hunting Gear
To help you save time and money, we’ve rounded up the best Black Friday hunting deals tailored for Georgia hunters. From big-box retailers to specialty outdoor stores, here’s a list…
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Fishing | News | Trout Fishing
Partnership Will Continue to Fund Georgia Trout Stocking
Georgia DNR Press Release The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Tennessee Valley Authority celebrated their continued multi-agency agreement to provide $1 million in annual funding for three federal…
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A Guide to Georgia’s 2025 Quota Turkey Hunts
Georgia public lands offer plenty of great turkey hunting opportunities, but your best odds of success typically come in the form of the state’s quota turkey hunts. That’s because quota…
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Quick Guide to Georgia’s 2025 Spring Turkey Season
Hunters across the state are gearing up for the 2025 Georgia turkey season. Whether you’re a seasoned caller or a first-timer, here’s what you need to know for opening day….
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Hunting | Deer Hunting | News
Consider Donating Your Next Deer to Georgia’s Hunters for the Hungry
If your freezer is full of venison, but you’re not quite ready to hang up the bow or deer rifle this season, consider donating a deer to the Georgia Hunters…
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Georgia DNR Simplifies Reporting of Illegal Hunting and Fishing Activity with New Mobile App
Press Release The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GA DNR) Law Enforcement Division has announced a new partnership with the Hunt Regs App to provide an easy, free, and effective…
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Fishing | News | Trout Fishing
Georgia’s Delayed Harvest Trout Season Begins November 1
Starting November 1, make sure to visit one of Georgia’s five Delayed Harvest trout streams. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) highlights that these streams provide…
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Cellular Trail Camera Data Plans Compared: Which is Best?
* This post was originally published in January 2023. Some trail camera data plans may have changed since that time. While it’s great that you can now buy a good…
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7 Things You Can’t Do While Hunting Georgia WMAs and 3 Things You Shouldn’t
Hunting Georgia’s Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) comes with its own set of rules that every public land hunter must be aware of. While these WMAs can provide excellent deer hunting…
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Georgia Public Land Spotlight: Cohutta WMA
Cohutta WMA is a 96,503-acre public hunting area located in the Chattahoochee National Forest in northwest Georgia, spanning across parts of Murray, Fannin, and Gilmer counties. The property is owned…
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Hunting | Deer Hunting | News
Georgia’s 2024-2025 Firearms Deer Season Opens This Saturday, October 19
The wait is almost over. Georgia’s 2024-2025 firearms deer season opens Saturday, October 19 and continues into January 2025, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division…
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TideWe Hunting Rangefinder Full Review (After 2 Years of Use)
When you draw your bow on a big whitetail buck, or steady your scope on that bugling 5×5 bull elk, it’s critical to know the exact distance to the animal…
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Choosing the Right Ascender for Saddle Hunting
There’s only five pieces of gear you need to start saddle hunting: a saddle, tether rope, lineman’s rope, platform, and climbing sticks. But there are lots of accessories that can make for a…
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Deer Hunting | Hunting | News
Georgia DNR Announces WMA Closures and Deer Hunt Cancellations
Because of extensive hurricane damage and recovery, the following wildlife management areas are temporarily closed (as of October 1): Also, the bonus deer hunts on the WMAs listed below have…
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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,…
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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…
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Spypoint Flex G36 Cellular Trail Camera Test and Review
2024 UPDATE: Back in February, I finally got out to the local WMA where my Spypoint camera was located. The batteries had died weeks ago, and for the last couple…
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Why the Samick Sage Recurve is a Great Option for New Traditional Bowhunters
For years, I was drawn to traditional archery but was hesitant to take on a completely different style of bowhunting. That changed a few years back, when after hours and…
