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Musky Shop Northwood's Fishing Report: Late April
Here in Oneida and Vilas Counties, our game fishing season is closed until the first Saturday in May but there are plenty of Crappies, Perch, Panfish, and Bass to fish for.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early April
It's legal to fish for panfish and bass in Oneida and Vilas counties however you cannot keep bass until mid-June.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late March 2024
We have open water on most of the lakes in Oneida and Vilas county which should be close to a record for ice out.
Ice Fishing for Crappie: Tips and Techniques
Whether you’re a seasoned ice angler or a curious beginner, here are some key tips and techniques to enhance your crappie ice fishing experience:
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early March 2024
Our gamefish season has ended, so primarily you may target crappie, perch, and panfish in the Northwoods.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late February
If you are thinking about coming up, please stop by the Musky Shop. We have a full selection of ice fishing equipment as well as a great selection of bait held in cold well water.
Musky Shop Northwoods Lake of the Month: Sugarbush Chain
The small Sugar Bush Lake Chain is the answer to all your needs – right here in Vilas County.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early February
Our winter has been about as mild as any of us here in Minocqua can remember. Last winter was really long and this winter was really mild.
Bring The Kids To Milwaukee County Ponds To Learn To Ice Fish Feb. 17
Bring the kids out to one of five Milwaukee County parks for free ice fishing clinics on Saturday, Feb. 17
Musky Shop Lake of the Month: Big Arbor Vitae
Musky Shop Lake of the Month: Big Arbor Vitae
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early January 2024
Fishing has been good. Walleye’s have been primarily in green weeds – wood and rocks are ok.
Warmer Weather Hurts Snowmobiling But What About Ice Fishing?
Many of the lakes of Vilas and Oneida County have between 4-10″ of ice that is still great for ice fishing.
Musky Shop Northwood's Fishing Report: Early October
Fishing in Oneida and Vilas counties remains pretty strong.
Musky Shop Northwood's Fishing Report: Late September
Currently, here in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, we are experiencing some warmer air temps in the mid to upper 70's.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early September
Fall has arrived and for many fall is a favorite time of year.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late August
The Northwoods of Wisconsin has been an outstanding place to be as summers in the Minocqua area are awesome.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early July
Fishing in the Northwoods of Wisconsin has been fantastic. Many species are a bit scattered but with a little luck, you’re bound to find them.
Musky Shop Northwood's Fishing Report: Late June
We hope everyone is having a great summer and a great fishing season. Fishing in the Northwoods of Wisconsin has been pretty solid so far.
Musky Shop Lake of the Month: Lost Lake
Lost Lake is just a few minutes from downtown St. Germain and offers some excellent Class A musky fishing waters.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early June
We hope all of you are having a great start to the summer and catching a lot of fish.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late May
We have had a lot of reports from fishermen and our guide staff that fishing has been really good to start the season.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early May
The fishing season is finally here. Whew, what a long winter.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late March
We are in the time of year here in the Northwoods of Wisconsin when the ice fishing season is winding down, and we are all patiently waiting for open water.
Musky Shop Northwood's Fishing Report: Late February
The Wisconsin game fish season is winding down as it ends March 5th 2023. Ice fishing has been quite good despite the swings in the weather.