Man and kid sitting in bass fishing boat thats on a trailer

Launch time

Shoals Youth Bassmasters Wheeler Lake tourney.

Sunset on Wilson Lake Alabama

Fishing sunset

A sunset photo taken on Wilson Lake in Northwest Alabama.

Man holding a 5 pound bass fish

Pier Fishin'

A nice 5 pounder

Woman holding a 7 pound bass fish

Wilson Lake bigun'

Ms. Southern Fishing News brought this 7-pounder in on 6 pound line.

Many boats on a river

McFarland Park on Pickwick

Weigh-in in progress at a collegiate championship tourney.

Drawing of fictional zip boat

The new year models are here.

Introducing the Zip Boat with features not found on any other boat.

1928 Johnson K45 boat motor

1928 Johnson K45

The Johnson Seahorse model was introduced as a 10 H.P. screamer.

Latest Southern Fishing News Stories

Final Three Anglers Named to ACA’s Collegiate All-Academic Team

 
SAN ANTONIO, TX (May 29, 2025) – The Association of Collegiate Anglers recently contested its historic 20th National Championship tournament. On Wednesday night of Championship Week, at the ACA’s annual Angler & Sponsor Banquet, three more anglers were named to the ACA’s collegiate All-Academic Team presented by Yamaha.

Garrett Simon – Marshall University, Cody Domingos – University of Tennessee, Alex Geroulis – Indiana University

Eleven Youth Anglers Catch 96.47 Pounds On Wheeler

Fifty-three young anglers showed up ready to fish the first Shoals Youth Bassmasters tournament of the 2025 season. The young anglers showed out with the event trophy qualifiers weighing in 96.47 pounds of bass.

SFN Featured Sponsor-Slider Fishing

Charlie Brewer originated “finesse fishing. Slider’s products not only continue to produce the popular Slider Heads and finesse plastics but have added an extensive line of crappie lures and more multi-species lures. Visit sliderfishing.com and browse the product selection.

Harris & Head Win 2025 Collegiate Bass Fishing Championship

Bryce & Tripp from UNA take 2nd— Brody & Peyton with Montevallo finish in 3rd

ANDERSON, SC (May 23, 2025) – Peyton Harris & Dalton Head from the number one ranked University of Montevallo claim the National Championship title with a two-day total weight of 37.14 pounds.

Peyton Harris & Dalton Head from the number one ranked University of Montevallo. Photo provided

Tackling Invasive Eelgrass

About 12 years ago, the Tennessee Valley Authority aquatic plant management team noticed a new, unusual species spreading at Guntersville and Nickajack reservoirs. The non-native eelgrass was overtaking the native plant habitat.

2026 Alabama Bass Trail Tournament Series Dates and Locations Set

The Alabama Bass Trail Tournament Series will enter its thirteenth season next year as the state’s premier weekend tournament trail for amateur bass anglers with an 11-event schedule offering more than $750,000 in prizes and awards.

ABT photo.

44 Outdoors: A Hometown Legacy in Bass Fishing

When you think of the South and bass fishing, one place that undoubtedly comes to mind is Lake Guntersville, Alabama. Known for its picturesque landscapes and world-class fishing, Lake Guntersville is not only one of the most beautiful places in the South but also the birthplace of a family-owned business that is quickly making waves in the fishing community: 44 Outdoors.

Partner Opportunity For Fishing Industry Companies

Southern Fishing News (southernfishingnews.com) is a digital home for things fishing, with content ranging from bass fishing tips and tournament news to engaging articles, graphics, photos, videos, and more. We’re also proud advocates for youth fishing programs, boating safety, conservation efforts, clean water, and the love of bass fishing.

ABT Photos

2025 Columbia PFG High School Fishing Camp

Presented by Tackle Warehouse

The 7th Annual Columbia PFG High School Fishing Camp Presented by Tackle Warehouse will be held June 6-8, 2025 on the campus of Murray State University and MLF headquarters, with daily activities on the “South’s Great Lake,” Kentucky Lake.

Skeet Reese announces plan to retire following 2025 Bass Pro Tour season

Mitchell Forde • Bass Pro Tour

Bass Fishing Hall of Famer Skeet Reese announced Tuesday that the 2025 Bass Pro Tour season will be his last.

Ten-time tour-level winner Skeet Reese will retire at the end of the 2025 Bass Pro Tour season—photo by Phoenix Moore.