For the avid angler, the idea of sight fishing for big fish in shallow water brings up the heart rate and raises a few goose pimples on the flesh. Watching a fish approach and inhale a well-placed bait will weaken the knees of even the most experienced of us. Saltwater fly fishermen travel the world over to try their luck at stalking and hooking trophy fish in these most demanding of fishing conditions. The pursuit of bonefish and permit in the Bahamas or Florida Keys has long been a tradition among those who have the know-how and financial ability to participate.

If you would like to try your hand at some excellent fly and spin fishing in demanding shallow-water conditions, we have some good news for you. There is a great shallow saltwater fishery right here in Georgia, and the action in October is arguably as good as you will find anywhere along the east coast. We're talking about casting the flats for big redfish around the barrier islands along the southeastern portion of the state.

We were fortunate to be able to hook-up with Capt. Scott Owens of Brunswick and learn about this great fishery and experience it first hand ... Read Full Article

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