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

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.

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

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

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

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

Green Bay is an exceptional place to try for muskies with a little planning and putting in the time on the water

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

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

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

Shallow, deep, dark, clear, small or large size doesn’t matter in the Northwoods of Wisconsin.

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

A reliable trolling motor is one of the most essential pieces of gear for musky anglers.

To better understand how musky reel gear ratios will affect your actual on the water fishing let’s first break down what the gear ratios of a reel mean.