How-To

How to read Alabama lake levels and dam generation schedules from Alabama Power, the Corps and TVA, and use them to find fish and stay safe below dams.

Alabama freshwater creel and size limits for 2026-27 on one page: statewide bass, crappie, bream and catfish limits plus every lake-by-lake exception.

How to choose crappie jigs for Alabama lakes: jighead weight, body size and color for clear and stained water, plus rigs, line and Alabama crappie limits.

Alabama fishing license 2026-27: who needs one, resident and nonresident prices, 65+ and bank-fishing exemptions, and where to buy. Checked Oct 2026.