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Musky Shop Lake of the Month: Lower Kaubashine Lake
May 22, 2023

Musky Shop Lake of the Month: Lower Kaubashine Lake

Bring your Jon boats, kayaks, canoes, and rafts to Lower Kaubashine Lake, Musky Shop’s Lake of the Month.

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Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late May
May 19, 2023

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.

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Catch 'Em with Spinners A Musky Favorite
May 15, 2023

Catch 'Em with Spinners A Musky Favorite

Bucktails or in-line spinners are a favorite among musky gurus and novices alike as they are remarkably easy to cast and retrieve.

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Delicious White Fish Fritters
May 12, 2023

Delicious White Fish Fritters

Delicious White Fish Fritters

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Fixed vs Slip Bobbers 101
May 08, 2023

Fixed vs Slip Bobbers 101

As many anglers are prepping their tackle for the season, the question of bobbers comes up for those planning to use live bait.

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Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early May
May 05, 2023

Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early May

The fishing season is finally here. Whew, what a long winter.

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Musky Pitfalls: A Short List of Dos and Don'ts
May 01, 2023

Musky Pitfalls: A Short List of Dos and Don'ts

When it comes to the dos and don’ts of musky fishing, you might be surprised at the small details that can get you caught in a firestorm

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Boating Safety Guide
April 28, 2023

Boating Safety Guide

Boating Safety for Newcomers and Pros

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Musky Shop Lake of the Month: Katherine Lake
April 24, 2023

Musky Shop Lake of the Month: Katherine Lake

Katherine Lake is a clear water gem in the Northwoods, perfect for fishing a number of species, specifically trophy class musky.

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Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late April
April 21, 2023

Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late April

If you decide to try some late season ice fishing, please use extreme caution and take all of the necessary precautions.

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2022-2023 DNR Fishing Regulation Changes
April 17, 2023

2022-2023 DNR Fishing Regulation Changes

2022-2023 DNR Fishing Regulation Changes

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How to Catch Muskie in Small Streams
April 14, 2023

How to Catch Muskie in Small Streams

Many anglers probably associate the pursuit of muskellunge with vast lakes; big, slow-flowing rivers; places fit for colossal super-predators.

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Spring-time Walleye Salad
April 10, 2023

Spring-time Walleye Salad

Serves well with crackers, on a sandwich or as an appetizer with sliced ciabatta.

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A Message of Hope for Easter Weekend
April 07, 2023

A Message of Hope for Easter Weekend

I would like to wish all of you a very Happy Easter.

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Downsizing for Spring: Musky Shop’s Favorite Contenders
April 03, 2023

Downsizing for Spring: Musky Shop’s Favorite Contenders

As spring has already sprung in many waters throughout the musky habitat range, it’s always important to highlight some great downsized lures for every occasion

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Talking Tackle Storage with Musky Shop
March 31, 2023

Talking Tackle Storage with Musky Shop

Let’s take an in-depth look at the boxes carried by Musky Shop and sort out the optimal features.

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The Muskies Most Likely To Hit A Fly? You Might Be Surprised.
March 28, 2023

The Muskies Most Likely To Hit A Fly? You Might Be Surprised.

The study’s authors wanted to get to the bottom of the musky mystery: why are these fish–sometimes true river monsters–so damned difficult to catch?

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Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late March
March 24, 2023

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.

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Musky Shop Lake of the Month: Hasbrook Lake
March 20, 2023

Musky Shop Lake of the Month: Hasbrook Lake

estled in between these two behemoths is a small, but productive water that deserves its day in the sun: Hasbrook Lake.

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Livingston Titan Junior Release Promises Exciting Season Opener
March 17, 2023

Livingston Titan Junior Release Promises Exciting Season Opener

The Livingston Titan Junior designed by Steven Paul, is a 6”, 1.5 oz lure guaranteeing the same easy dive and rise action of its predecessor.

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Traditional Polish Fish Pierogi
March 13, 2023

Traditional Polish Fish Pierogi

Traditional Polish Fish Pierogi

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Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early March
March 10, 2023

Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early March

The game fish season in northern Wisconsin has come to an end.

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Musky Fishing on the James River
March 06, 2023

Musky Fishing on the James River

To satisfy that curiosity it’s only natural that we focus our lens on the great state of Virginia and give the James River a bit of praise for its muskellunge management.

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Musky Shop Annual Customer Appreciation Sale on Saturday!!!
March 03, 2023

Musky Shop Annual Customer Appreciation Sale on Saturday!!!

Musky Shop is having it's Annual (In-Store) Customer Appreciation Sale on Saturday, March 4th.

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