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Local bait shops are a tried-and-true source of fishing insight. Good ones carry an established reputation along with hooks and sinkers. Bait shop owners (and your fellow customers) often know the water nearby. They can refer to the handy map taped to the wall, or even mark the copy they sell you. They stock lures and livebait that works in local waters, as well as advice on how to use them.

The bait shop is a business, and that business isn’t Free Advice. They need to sell items to keep the doors open, so I’ll often buy something (even if it’s just a candy bar) to get people talking. Another tip: Study the fish pictures tacked to the walls. Just knowing what fish are out there helps you plan your approach. Now, if all the fish pictures look as old as your grade school class photo, that’s telling you something else.