Musky Shop Blog

April 17, 2026

Hook Your Next Adventure: Discover Musky Shop Guide Service in the Heart of Wisconsin’s Northwoods

At Musky Shop Guide Service, we’re passionate about creating memorable days on the water for every kind of angler

December 22, 2025

Ultimate Guide to Ice Fishing for Crappie

Ice fishing for crappie offers thrilling action, especially when targeting suspended schools in deeper water during mid-winter.

May 09, 2025

Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early May 2025

The game fishing season opened a few days ago, and it’s off to an excellent start.

April 11, 2025

Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early April 2025

On the river, there are good numbers of small to medium size Walleyes as well as the occasional trophy mixed in.

March 28, 2025

Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late March 2025

We hope you’re enjoying great fishing weather, whether it’s late ice fishing or open water fishing in the Northwoods of Wisconsin.

March 15, 2025

Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early March 2025

Ice conditions are still excellent, with most lakes having approximately 28" or more ice.

January 24, 2025

Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late January 2025

January 20, 2025

Ice Fishing Safety: Essential Measures and Gear for a Secure Experience

January 10, 2025

Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early January 2025

August 09, 2024

Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early August 2024

We hope everyone is having a great summer fishing season.

July 26, 2024

Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late July 2024

Muskies are still scattered as some are shallow, some near the initial weed edge, and some out in the main lake basins following bait fish.

June 21, 2024

Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late June 2024

Here in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, we have been experiencing a lot of rain this summer.

April 19, 2024

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.

April 05, 2024

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.

March 25, 2024

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.

March 11, 2024

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:

March 08, 2024

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.

February 23, 2024

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.