5 reasons to use a local Kawartha Lakes bait & tackle shop
If you’re going fishing in Kawartha Lakes you only have one goal in mind—to catch a fish! Increase your chances for success by visiting the bait & tackle shop that’s closest to where you’re going to be dropping a line. Here are 5 reasons why.
1. Gain local expertise and insights about the lake
Local bait & tackle shop staff are often experienced anglers. Plus, they’re always talking to other anglers in the area. This means they have a deep knowledge of the lake you’re planning to hit, including the current hotspots where the fish are biting.
2. Get recommendations on the best bait, lures and techniques
Since the people working at a local Kawartha Lakes bait & tackle shop know which fish are currently biting they’ll also know which bait, lures and techniques are proving to be most effective.
In addition, if there’s a specific type of fish you’re targeting (i.e., common species in the Kawartha Lakes include bass, walleye, muskie, pike, and pan fish) they can recommend the right bait or tackle to attract them.
3. Receive up to date weather and water conditions
By talking to the employees at a local bait & tackle shop you can get insights into current weather and water conditions which can influence your fishing strategy. For example, if the weather has been hot lately, the fish will be running deeper where the water is colder so if you plan on trolling you’ll need to let out more line so your lure will run deeper too.
4. Pick up quality bait at a local Kawartha Lakes bait & tackle shop
If your preference is to use live bait such as minnows, purchasing it from a local bait & shop will ensure you’re getting fresh, high-quality bait that is well-suited to the Kawartha Lakes fish species you’re targeting.
5. Find a local fishing guide
Another way to increase your odds of landing the big one is to hire a local fishing guide. For suggestions, call or ask at the bait & tackle shop that’s near the lake you want to fish. Booking a local fishing guide will enhance your fishing experience because they will provide expert knowledge of the lake as well as the lures and technique you should employ.
And…you’ll be supporting a local business
The final reason to visit a local bait & tackle shop in the Kawartha Lakes is it’s a great way to support small business and the local economy.
Is there a local Kawartha Lakes bait & tackle shop near me?
There are bait & tackle shops located throughout the Kawartha Lakes region. To help you find the one that’s closest to the lake you want to fish, here’s a list:
(Lindsay)
Kawartha Lakes Bait & Tackle
10 Queen St, Lindsay, ON K9V 1T1
Phone: (705) 878-3474
(Bobcaygeon)
Smith & Son’s Bait & Tackle
3211 Hwy 36 South, Bobcaygeon, ON K0M 1A0
Phone: (705) 738-5743
Pirates Cove
579 Peterborough County Rd 36, Bobcaygeon, ON K0M 1A0
Phone: (705) 738-1352
(Bridgenorth/Ennismore)
Bridgenorth Sports & Marine
93 Garthorne Ave, Bridgenorth, ON K0L 1H0
Phone: (705) 292-9751
(Buckhorn)
Trude’s Cottage’s, Live Bait & Tackle
3359 Buckhorn Rd, Buckhorn, ON, Canada, Ontario
+1 800-214-4459
Buckhorn Bait & Tackle Shop
1908 Lakehurst Rd, Buckhorn, ON K0L 1J0 (owned by Buckhorn General Store)
705-657-3202
(Apsley)
Stone’s Live Bait
8534 ON-28, Apsley, ON K0L 1A0
Phone: (705) 656-4268
(Lakefield)
Lakeland Fishing — Bait & Tackle
4463 County Rd 29, Douro-Dummer, ON K0L 2H0
Phone: (416) 824-2262
Gerry’s Live Bait & Tackle
3347 Lakefield Rd, Lakefield, ON K0L 2H0
Phone: (705) 651-2248
(Peterborough)
Peterborough Pro Tackle
1755 Lansdowne St W, Peterborough, ON K9K 1R3
Phone: (705) 874-2264
G.E.T Fishing Bait & Tackle
1057 Hwy 7 unit 6, Peterborough, ON K9J 6X8
Phone: (705) 876-3357
(Omemee)
M&M Fishing Tackle
13-A King St E, Omemee, ON K0L 2W0
Phone: (705) 799-6597
(Norland)
Norland Convenience Bait & Tackle
3465 Monck Rd, Kawartha Lakes, ON K0M 2L0
Phone: (705) 454-1111
Need to rent a fishing boat?
Discover a boat rental spot that’s close to the lake you want to fish by reading our article “Where to rent a boat in Kawartha Lakes.”
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