Buckets of blue crabs and nets full of Wild Georgia shrimp are a few examples of the bounty from our marshes and waterways. Not only do they offer some of the best views and a wonderful world of wildlife to observe, but they are spectacular for fishing too! You’ll find eco-tours, sunset dolphin cruises, and lots of charter fishing options any day of the week. Plan a guided scenic family kayak tour with Southeast Adventure Outfitters or try out Turtle Tides’ outrigger canoe for something new. With these options, not only will you be treated to a more up close and personal look at playful dolphins, grinning gators, scavenging shorebirds,and maybe the occasional otter, sea turtle, mink, or manatee, you can search for shark teeth on remote beaches and see private islands full of wildlife that are otherwise inaccessible. There are dolphin cruises offered from St. Simons Island, Jekyll, and Darien.
A big favorite for group excursions is an outing on the Lady Jane shrimp boat. This retired trawler provides demonstrations on how they haul in and sort the catch in their nets. The piers are popular spots for float-fishing, bottom fishing, and crabbing. Numerous fishing charters are available for in-shore and off-shore trips. If you need gear, be sure to stop by On the Fly Outfitters in Historic Downtown Brunswick to get set up in style. These guys really know their stuff and host fly-tying workshops too!
Just a reminder: anyone who fishes, crabs, or seines in Georgia waters and is 16 years or older must possess a fishing license. Any Georgia fishing license is valid in Glynn and the Golden Isles, allowing for both and saltwater fishing. If you’re going out on a charter, most charter licenses cover their guests, but be sure to ask whether you’ll also need to obtain a Georgia fishing license if you don’t already have one.
