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Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early January 2024
Fishing has been good. Walleye’s have been primarily in green weeds – wood and rocks are ok.
Warmer Weather Hurts Snowmobiling But What About Ice Fishing?
Many of the lakes of Vilas and Oneida County have between 4-10″ of ice that is still great for ice fishing.
Tennessee Musky Winter Musky Tactics
As temperatures continue to cool during January and February Tennessee muskies make moves towards deeper structure and cover.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late December
Ice fishing has been very good with a lot of fish beging caught here in the Northwoods of Wisconsin.
Musky Shop Northwoods Lake of the Month: Boom Lake
It’s time again for another Lake of the Month here in Northern Wisconsin and any “to fish” list wouldn’t be complete during ice season without a line for Boom Lake in Rhinelander.
Ice Fishing Safety Tips for Northward Travelers
Though we never want to be a downer at the Musky Shop, we do want to raise awareness for those planning to ice fish this season and promote safety for those traveling to the Northwoods to ice fish for the first time.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early December
We are kind of in that in-between stage as the big lakes just froze up 4 days ago.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late November
We have had some great reports from customers and from our guide staff of some very nice muskies.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early November
There's nothing like catching a huge Musky in late fall and we hope many of you will find time to enjoy God's creation and catch some monster fish.
November Patterns Find Slow Muskies in Slow Water
November muskies can sometimes feel like the hardest to find and least likely to eat, but starting out each trip in the right direction might help you make shorter work of getting those buggers to eat.
Musky Shop Northwoods Lake of the Month: Star Lake
Star Lake in Vilas County is an interesting horseshoe-shaped lake that lies about 30 minutes northeast of Minocqua.
Musky Shop Northwood's Fishing Report: Early October
Fishing in Oneida and Vilas counties remains pretty strong.
Musky Shop Northwood's Fishing Report: Late September
Currently, here in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, we are experiencing some warmer air temps in the mid to upper 70's.
Why are muskies the fish of 10,000 casts? Study explains
Researchers got into the minds of muskies to learn what personality traits make the fish more likely to strike. In the process, they learned valuable lessons that could help conserve the important aquatic predators.
Weedless Lures to Attract Shallow Fall Muskies
Sometimes, it’s not about finding the perfect weedless bait but adjusting the presentation you already have.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Early September
Fall has arrived and for many fall is a favorite time of year.
Covering New Large Lakes to Catch a Monster Musky
So here are some helpful hints to break down large bodies of water, so you know where to start before your lures ever hit the water.
Musky Shop Northwoods Fishing Report: Late August
The Northwoods of Wisconsin has been an outstanding place to be as summers in the Minocqua area are awesome.
How to Nail Down Late Summer Muskies!
So, if you’re heading out to fish the remaining few weeks of Summer, Musky Shop can help you out with some selections that definitely cater to the Late Summer Bite.
Musky Shop Northwoods Lake of the Month: Pelican Lake
Named after the local population of American White Pelicans, Pelican Lake is an enchanting and abundant place for not only muskies, but pike, walleye, and panfish, if you have a stable watercraft and a lot of time on your hands.
Best Illinois Fishing Spots For Muskie
Think Illinois isn't a prime spot for fishing muskie? Think again!