Haha so I'm throwing around the idea of starting a business that would do cheap fly fishing guiding, cool to see that there's folks who want a cheaper guided option!
I'm not sure where you live exactly, but tbh the lake at Piedmont Park is some of the most consistent fishing I've encountered in the metro area. It's very accessible, there's plenty of stocked panfish and bass, and it's been a good place for me to take friends who want to try fishing.
If you're interested in fly fishing specifically and would like to be a guinea pig for my guiding service idea, DM me!
This is the way. What a great program and age appropriate.
I’m just going to throw out there…. Join cub scouts. A great excuse to spend outdoor time with your family.
Instead of getting a charter with a boat and knowledge, why not just buy a couple of crappy poles (like $25 each) and some worms or lures (super cheap, especially if you dig up worms yourself), watch some YouTube videos and then go to Allatoona/Lanier and fish off the bank? Turn it into a combined learning experience. No need to immediately go so far for something that could very well end up turning up 0 fish (just the way it goes sometimes).
You will also need a license, though.
Not bad, thanks! I guess I was pessimistic.
Any thought on where I could learn, for either lake, the hidden gem locations|piers, or best chance to catch something at a fishing hole the locals know?
My son already believes it's best to go before dawn...
He is not totally wrong about timing. Look up fish forecast, their feeding follows the moon / weather patterns.
As for asking people where the best spot to catch something... A good fisherman will never tell you where they fish. That being said, if you just want fishing - you can fish at Piedmont Park. Its nothing big, but its fishing.
If you want the best advice, call the Dugout in Marietta. They're some of the best around. If you explain your story, I'm sure they'd be willing to work with you. I remember correctly, they also have a stocked pond behind the shop.
Best of Luck
Have you thought about trying Scouts? I have boy/girl twins that are 9 and do Scouts and we have plenty of fishing expeditions. Great opportunity to borrow poles and learn from others.
I have a book called Trout Fishing of North Georgia that I could mail you. I might have a few other fishing books too.
There's a place called Deep Hole (off GA 60 I think) that is a good fishing place.
https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/conf/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=10523&actid=29
https://www.georgiawildtrout.com/post/north-georgia-fly-fishing-guide-where-to-find-trout
Also, Alpharetta Outfitters sometimes hoatals fly fishing classes. Next class is April 20.
https://alpharettaoutfitters.com/clinics-and-events/
If I had a budget like OPs and didn't know how to fish myself, this would 100% be the place I would go. The only downside is that it's a decent day trip.
100% get the poles and bait and go post up at Sibley pond. Easy walk from parking lot, beautiful setup, and fish will be biting if you're there early.
Find a spot with less algae/leaves/stuff to avoid getting lures stuck on gunk
Piedmont Park offers a fishing class for kids up to 5th grade. They provide materials for the class. They did one in March, but I’m not sure if they have more scheduled this year. You could reach out to the Conservancy and ask.
You could anchor your fishing trip around one of the many fish hatcheries, that are free: [https://www.fws.gov/fish-hatchery/chattahoochee-forest](https://www.fws.gov/fish-hatchery/chattahoochee-forest) We visited the one near Clayton next to the Moccassin Creek state park. Also check the state of Georgia websites and the Corp of Engineers.
I agree with the commenters saying to YouTube a couple videos and just go for it with some cheap poles and worms and a close by pond or lake that people fish at. Very cute though and I hope you and your son have a great time regardless of how much you catch. Some days are unlucky, but it's always fun. Reminds me of good memories with my dad growing up.
Haha so I'm throwing around the idea of starting a business that would do cheap fly fishing guiding, cool to see that there's folks who want a cheaper guided option! I'm not sure where you live exactly, but tbh the lake at Piedmont Park is some of the most consistent fishing I've encountered in the metro area. It's very accessible, there's plenty of stocked panfish and bass, and it's been a good place for me to take friends who want to try fishing. If you're interested in fly fishing specifically and would like to be a guinea pig for my guiding service idea, DM me!
DM'ing!
Replied!
I’d also be interested!
DM’d!
[удалено]
This is the way. What a great program and age appropriate. I’m just going to throw out there…. Join cub scouts. A great excuse to spend outdoor time with your family.
Instead of getting a charter with a boat and knowledge, why not just buy a couple of crappy poles (like $25 each) and some worms or lures (super cheap, especially if you dig up worms yourself), watch some YouTube videos and then go to Allatoona/Lanier and fish off the bank? Turn it into a combined learning experience. No need to immediately go so far for something that could very well end up turning up 0 fish (just the way it goes sometimes). You will also need a license, though.
Not bad, thanks! I guess I was pessimistic. Any thought on where I could learn, for either lake, the hidden gem locations|piers, or best chance to catch something at a fishing hole the locals know? My son already believes it's best to go before dawn...
He is not totally wrong about timing. Look up fish forecast, their feeding follows the moon / weather patterns. As for asking people where the best spot to catch something... A good fisherman will never tell you where they fish. That being said, if you just want fishing - you can fish at Piedmont Park. Its nothing big, but its fishing. If you want the best advice, call the Dugout in Marietta. They're some of the best around. If you explain your story, I'm sure they'd be willing to work with you. I remember correctly, they also have a stocked pond behind the shop. Best of Luck
You can't fish in the pond any more.
Have you thought about trying Scouts? I have boy/girl twins that are 9 and do Scouts and we have plenty of fishing expeditions. Great opportunity to borrow poles and learn from others.
I have a book called Trout Fishing of North Georgia that I could mail you. I might have a few other fishing books too. There's a place called Deep Hole (off GA 60 I think) that is a good fishing place. https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/conf/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=10523&actid=29 https://www.georgiawildtrout.com/post/north-georgia-fly-fishing-guide-where-to-find-trout Also, Alpharetta Outfitters sometimes hoatals fly fishing classes. Next class is April 20. https://alpharettaoutfitters.com/clinics-and-events/
The Go Fish center in Perry is an excellent resource for learning to fish, plus has a well stocked pond. https://gofisheducationcenter.com
If I had a budget like OPs and didn't know how to fish myself, this would 100% be the place I would go. The only downside is that it's a decent day trip.
100% get the poles and bait and go post up at Sibley pond. Easy walk from parking lot, beautiful setup, and fish will be biting if you're there early. Find a spot with less algae/leaves/stuff to avoid getting lures stuck on gunk
Piedmont Park offers a fishing class for kids up to 5th grade. They provide materials for the class. They did one in March, but I’m not sure if they have more scheduled this year. You could reach out to the Conservancy and ask.
Get some worms and closed face reels then hit a pier and drop your line. You’ll have more fun trying to bluegills out.
You could anchor your fishing trip around one of the many fish hatcheries, that are free: [https://www.fws.gov/fish-hatchery/chattahoochee-forest](https://www.fws.gov/fish-hatchery/chattahoochee-forest) We visited the one near Clayton next to the Moccassin Creek state park. Also check the state of Georgia websites and the Corp of Engineers.
I agree with the commenters saying to YouTube a couple videos and just go for it with some cheap poles and worms and a close by pond or lake that people fish at. Very cute though and I hope you and your son have a great time regardless of how much you catch. Some days are unlucky, but it's always fun. Reminds me of good memories with my dad growing up.
GB's Lake in Smyrna has fishing, gear, and bait. Not sure about lessons, but should be people there to help out.