"Go Fish" gone under in wake of drought

Drought has ruined Governor Perdue’s "Go Fish Georgia" campaign. Yesterday the Professional Anglers Association canceled plans for two tournaments scheduled for Lake Lanier. Lanier’s protruding islands and treetops would have created hazards for boaters. The “Go Fish” initiative allotted $19 million to land more lucrative fishing tournaments to the state.

No Go Fish in north Georgia stream

There will be no angling at a trout stream in north Georgia. State officials have temporarily closed Dukes Creek at Smithgall Woods Conservation Center in Helen.

The triple digit temperatures and warm water, combined with angling activity, has made conditions lethal for trout in the stream. Re-opening the stream to the public is contingent on conditions.

Officials say anglers can visit nearby Waters Creek on the Chestatee Wildlife Management Area.

Anglers planning future trips to Dukes Creek should call the Conservation Area for the latest information: 706-878-3087

Georgia hooks more bass fishing

Professional bass fishing is coming to Georgia's Lake Lanier Islands. Lake Lanier will host the Governor's Go Fish Georgia Pro/Am Tournament on November 1st. Initial planning has also begun for the Go Fish Georgia Professional Anglers Association Championship. The event is expected to draw some of the top bass anglers. It will take place later in the fall or in early 2008.