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At Smity Bait and Guide Service, we provide rods, reels, tackle, life jackets, and a camera – everything you need. Families and large groups are more than welcome – we have several expert guides on staff help with big groups.
We fish primarily Vilas and Oneida Counties. During the months of May - August our guides book trips for Panfish, Bass, Walleye, Northern Pike, Musky. During the months of September - November our guides only book trips for Musky only.
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SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
Everyone’s favorite hook sharpeners, the original fluorocarbon leaders, handcrafted wooden baits, the original “Rizzo Wiz”, sweatshirts, t-shirts, toddler and baby items and so much more.
Proudly Handmade in Minocqua, WI Since 1970
THE MAN, THE MYTH, THE LEGEND - Founded by legendary Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame Guide, Russ "Smity" Smith - Smity Bait and Guide Service has been handmaking wooden baits and Musky Tackle since 1970. Russ Smith caught his first muskie on a handmade lure in 1955 at the age of 13. Liking the idea of catching fish on a lure of his own, Russ continued to make lures for himself and later friends. As it became apparent that the “Smity” was a proven muskie producer, local sport shops, gas stations and taverns began to ask for baits.
NEW ARRIVAL
THE NEW 10" SMITY JERK BAIT
Bigger is better! We've taken the beloved Smity classic jerk bait—one that's been around since the very beginning—and made it even better. This new, larger 10" jerk bait is designed for the adjustable lead weight kits (sold separately). It can be used with or without the screw-in lead weights.
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Made in the USA
Minocqua, WI
Family-Owned
and operated since 1970