Your Twin Cities Live Bait and Fishing Tackle Shop
Your Twin Cities Live Bait and Fishing Tackle Shop
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We'd love to help you get ready for your next fishing trip! Our retail shop is conveniently located in the east metro in OAKDALE, MINNESOTA (just north of Stillwater Blvd and MN Hwy 120/Century Ave).
Blue Ribbon Bait & Tackle is family-owned, and was established in 1981. In addition to an awesome selection of fishing tackle, we also provide fresh live bait, line spooling, propane refills, and a friendly atmosphere of shared fishing knowledge.
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What Types of Tackle & Live Bait Are Sold?
What Types of Tackle & Live Bait Are Sold?
We offer a wide variety of fresh, seasonal live bait, including fatheads, crappie minnows, suckers, bullheads, shiners, crawlers, angle worms, waxworms, and leeches, perfect for fishing in Minnesota and western Wisconsin waters.
Our extensive tackle selection ensures you can easily find the gear you need to catch bass, walleye, panfish, northern pike, musky, and catfish. You’ll find Northland Mimic Minnows, Rocket Bobbers, and Rooster Tails alongside trusted brands like Keitech, Gamakatsu, Yamamoto, and Eagle Claw.
We also stock fishing rods including Elk River and St. Croix Rods, reels, combos, Power Pro fishing line, tools, tackle boxes, life jackets, hats, and t-shirts, along with snacks and drinks for your day on the water.
Professional Fishing Guide Services
Professional Fishing Guide Services
Josh Stevenson is our in-house professional fishing guide (Mighty Musky Guide Service). As a U.S. Coast Guard approved captain, Josh offers both half-day and full-day guided fishing trips for up to four anglers.
He guides on many East Metro area lakes, western Wisconsin waters, the scenic St. Croix River, the Mississippi River, and occasionally Lake Mille Lacs. He helps anglers target trophy muskies, walleyes, and more.
Propane Refill Service
Propane Refill Service
Each propane tank is weighed to ensure a 100 percent accurate fill. While 20 lb tanks are the most common, we also fill tanks for RVs, food trucks, school buses, and more. Our competitive pricing and two dedicated parking spots right by the refill station make the process fast and easy.
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Our Story: Blue Ribbon Bait & Tackle
Our Story: Blue Ribbon Bait & Tackle
Josh Stevenson is our in-house professional fishing guide (Mighty Musky Guide Service). As a U.S. Coast Guard approved captain, Josh offers both half-day and full-day guided fishing trips for up to four anglers.
He guides on many East Metro area lakes, western Wisconsin waters, the scenic St. Croix River, the Mississippi River, and occasionally Lake Mille Lacs. He helps anglers target trophy muskies, walleyes, and more.
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