Musky Shop Blog

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

We hope you're enjoying a fantastic summer and finding plenty of time to cast your lines.

This creamy, smoky, and herb-filled dip is a classic for a reason. Serve it with crackers, pita chips, rye toast, or fresh vegetable sticks.

Whether you need lures, reels, rods, baits, or parts, Musky Shop is working to keep you stocked up with everything you need for a successful 2025 musky fishing season.

This month, we lean into a tried-and-true lake that is perfect for all levels of anglers

For any musky anglers, MuskyShop.com is more than just a retail destination; it's a hub for invaluable information, tips, and insights into the world of musky fishing.

When it comes to catching early summer muskies, success comes from using trophy-catching lures that keep muskies engaged.

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

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

We hope everyone is having a great fishing season so far!

Cajun Style Walleye Fishsticks

Tannic lakes, like those scattered across the Northwoods of Wisconsin, get their dark, coffee-colored water from natural organic matter

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

The lakes, rivers, and wetlands of northern Wisconsin support a unique variety of submerged vegetation.

2025 Notable Musky Season Tournament Schedule

Musky Fishing Seasons Across North America 2025

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

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

Butter Broiled Trout

Spring musky fishing is all about adapting to cooler water and changing conditions with smaller, versatile baits.

Winter is finally behind us, and it's time to hit the waters for some fishing in the Minocqua area.

Musky fishing demands gear that can take a beating and keep casting — over and over again.

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

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