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Musky 360 Podcast Episode 294: Live from Canada Whats Happening Now
July 30, 2025

Musky 360 Podcast Episode 294: Live from Canada Whats Happening Now

Musky 360 Podcast Episode 294: Live from Canada Whats Happening Now 

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Musky Fishing on Lake Chautauqua: The Thrill of the Hunt
July 14, 2025

Musky Fishing on Lake Chautauqua: The Thrill of the Hunt

Nestled in the heart of New York, Lake Chautauqua is a premier destination for anglers seeking the ultimate freshwater challenge: musky fishing

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Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late June 2025
June 20, 2025

Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late June 2025

We hope you're all enjoying a fantastic summer and finding time to go fishing in Minocqua, Wisconsin.

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Mastering the Cast: Proper Hand Positioning: Technique for a Low-Profile Baitcasting Musky Reel
June 13, 2025

Mastering the Cast: Proper Hand Positioning: Technique for a Low-Profile Baitcasting Musky Reel

Musky fishing demands power and finesse, and using a low-profile baitcasting reel is a game-changer for handling large lures

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Muskie Feeding Habits: Insights from Recent Minnesota Research
June 12, 2025

Muskie Feeding Habits: Insights from Recent Minnesota Research

Muskies, or muskellunge, are apex predators native to Minnesota's Rainy River and Mississippi River drainages, with some populations stocked in other lakes.

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Musky Shop Northwoods Lake of the Month: Lake of the Falls
May 26, 2025

Musky Shop Northwoods Lake of the Month: Lake of the Falls

Lake of the Falls is a 297-acre pristine lake with excellent fishing potential and never-ending vistas.

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Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late May 2025
May 23, 2025

Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late May 2025

The Northern Musky season kicks off on May 24th, and we couldn’t be more excited!

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Tips for Fishing Rivers for Muskies
May 05, 2025

Tips for Fishing Rivers for Muskies

Choosing rivers over crowded lakes can lead to a more productive and peaceful fishing experience.

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Musky Shop Northwoods Lake of the Month: Escanaba Lake
April 18, 2025

Musky Shop Northwoods Lake of the Month: Escanaba Lake

Escanaba Lake can be of interest for those who are interested in trying for musky outside of the regular season

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The Blade Planer Boards: No Matter the Chop, the Blade Won’t Stop
April 14, 2025

The Blade Planer Boards: No Matter the Chop, the Blade Won’t Stop

Musky trolling is a key component of a complete and successful musky fishing game plan.

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When Muskies Mistake Toes for Tasty Treats: Two Wild Encounters
March 31, 2025

When Muskies Mistake Toes for Tasty Treats: Two Wild Encounters

Let’s dive into these curious encounters from Minnesota and Manitoba, where toes and legs became unexpected bait.

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Beyond the Catch: Mastering Musky Handling and Post-Release Care
March 24, 2025

Beyond the Catch: Mastering Musky Handling and Post-Release Care

To pull off this feat, keep the right musky release tools within arm’s reach for a quick, smooth operation.

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Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early March 2025
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.

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Make a Move to Deeper Structures and Water
March 10, 2025

Make a Move to Deeper Structures and Water

The same can be applied to a muskie’s underwater environment.

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Get on the Boards with Livingston Magnus
February 28, 2025

Get on the Boards with Livingston Magnus

Like its predecessors in the Predator Line up, the Titan and Kraken, Magnus is designed to be a “Mod Machine.” 

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Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late February 2025
February 21, 2025

Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late February 2025

We hope all of you are having a great winter so far. As we near the end of February, some of you are already open-water fishing in places throughout the country.

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The Allure of the Beaver Bait
February 10, 2025

The Allure of the Beaver Bait

Truly a lure entirely its own, the Beaver Bait leaves plenty of imagination as to its usage on the water.

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Reach for A Rabid Squirrel by Musky Mayhem
January 17, 2025

Reach for A Rabid Squirrel by Musky Mayhem

Don’t let the name scare you; the Rabid Squirrel from Musky Mayhem won’t bite you or your pocketbook, but let me assure you that it will put some muskies in your net.

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The Hayward Muskie from Jerry Vettrus
July 14, 2023

The Hayward Muskie from Jerry Vettrus

There are a great many decorative fish located there in the “Sea of Fishes” but certainly one stands out among the rest.

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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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A Christmas Message from Jim Stewart
December 23, 2022

A Christmas Message from Jim Stewart

There really is nothing like having friends and or family together and someone catches a big Musky

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