Doug is married with five daughters, three son-in-laws and nine grandchildren. He enjoys hunting, fishing and spending time with his family outside his Lake Lanier "office". Anyone who fishes with, or knows Doug can easily see his love and God-given talent for fishing. Doug's time on the circuit, traveling the United States for 10 years fishing tournaments, has helped him develop not only skills
in the sport of angling, but also in professionalism, customer service, appreciation, and wisdom of all that is involved in the sport. Since 1985, Doug has provided door to dock service for clients that stay at Legacy Lodge on Lake Lanier Islands. Doug is known as one of the most respected fishing guides on Lake Lanier! His time on the lake, (well over 300 days each year) as well as his long term-repeat customers back that reputation. His goal each day is to witness "that look" on his clients' face when they bring in their catch. The satisfaction he receives in knowing his job brings joy, and a relaxing time away from the stresses of every day life is paramount in his day. Doug places customer satisfaction at the top of his list. Come experience the difference that sets this fishing guide apart from the rest, come fishing with Doug Youngblood and Fish Lanier! Experience:
Doug started fishing on Lake Lanier when he was 13 years old. He
competed for over 10 years on the B.A.S.S. & U.S. Bass Tournament Trails, winning two National Tournaments on Lake Lanier, then
Qualifing for The Bassmasters Classic. Doug left Pro Circuit in 1998 to devote 100% of His Time to Fishing Lake Lanier, Operating
Fish Lanier Guide Service, 12 months a year due to the great year-round fishing on Lake Lanier. Not many other lakes offer the level of fishing for both Striper and Spotted Bass on the same day.
