Eagle Sports

Eagle Sports Tackle, Bait, Hunting and Outdoor Sporting Goods For Everybody and Their Mother. And, we ship! Check our website to order online. Just give us a call.

Eagle Sports is a small town, family-owed business, in operation for over 43 years. Open 362 days a year, we have an extensive fishing tackle and equipment selection - year round - for every species in our area, including trout. We also have the best live bait in town, hunting supplies and ammo, clothing and footwear for every member of the family. During the winter months, we can provide you with

skis and snowshoes, for purchase or for rent. Feel free to call to order, if you prefer. We are also happy to help you find a guide specific to the lake and type of fish you're after. We are the REAL choice for the best of everything fishing and outdoors in the Eagle River area!

06/16/2026

FISHING WITH THE GUIDES with George Langley
Week of 6/14 to 6/21

The unsettled stretch of weather we've been expecting is here, and it's going to shape your week on the water in a big way. Monday looks like the best weather window and the pre-frontal bite on Tuesday will likely be hot, before it all goes sideways for a bit. That’s ok – we keep fishing anyhow! Water temps are holding steady in the low to mid-70’s and the w**d growth is filling in nicely. While our temperatures this week may be a bit cooler than usual, the lakes are entering summer mode despite it

The walleye are where we left them last week, tucked into the developing cabbage patches in 6 to 12’ of water. Leeches or ½ crawlers on a light jig are working best right now. Simple but effective! Pay close attention to those pre-storm windows. Overcast skies, wind picking up, and a dropping barometric pressure can all get walleye fired up in a hurry. Keep small swimbaits in your box as a change-of-pace option, especially in low-light conditions or on those wind-blown w**d edges where fish tend to stack.

Crappie have moved off the beds and are settling into the outside w**d edges in 8 to 12’. Small plastics like Mini Mites worked through the top of the w**d column will work great right now. Bluegill are still very much in full spawn mode – look for them in sunny, shallow bays and gravel flats. That warm water is what you’re looking for, and a small jig or just a hook and a ½ crawler is a great choice. This is a super time for the kids fishing off the dock and can provide consistent fun. The perch are a little more “grown up” right now and are mixing deeper on the w**d edges with walleye in that 6-12 foot range. They’re hitting large minnows or leechs on a jig well.

Northern are providing fantastic action now and the overcast conditions mid-week are practically made for them. Swimbaits, Mepps spinners, and chatterbaits worked through good w**ds will work. When those skies go grey and the light drops, don't put the rod down — that's when a big spoon or a wakebait over the flats can produce some genuinely memorable strikes. Northern are ambush predators that love a low-light advantage.

As for bass, the Northern Zone smallmouth opens on Saturday. Catch-and-release has been producing some fantastic topwater action leading up to the opener. Ned Rigs have been excellent as well. Largemouth action continues to improve, and we’ve seen success with plastics in the 4 to 6-inch range.

Musky anglers, keep your evenings open. Slow-rolled bucktails and glide baits along deeper w**d edges during low-light hours are your best starting points, and the mid-week weather system could stir up some genuine topwater action after the sun dips low. As always, don't skip that figure-8 at the boatside! If you want some fun inspiration, Google “boatside musky strikes” and watch a few videos.

Keep your eyes on the water in the evenings this week — the green and brown drakes have been coming off, and that means the hex hatch is lurking right around the corner. It’s likely by the time this is published, we’re in the middle of it. When that hatch kicks in, walleye and bass both go crazy on the surface. Pay attention to what's happening at dusk and be ready to match it. Those evening hours can be magical!

The schools down south are out now, and the big-time traffic of summer is about to start for real. Take advantage of early mornings and late evenings when you’re able. A quiet morning or evening on the water can be just what a person needs right now.

Good luck and good fishin'!

Happy Friday! We are locked and loaded for the weekend with all of your live bait needs. The fishing has been great. Get...
06/12/2026

Happy Friday!
We are locked and loaded for the weekend with all of your live bait needs. The fishing has been great. Get out there and enjoy it!

Some the items that are flying out the door these days. All sizes, all colors - they're all hot right now! The Beetle Sp...
06/10/2026

Some the items that are flying out the door these days. All sizes, all colors - they're all hot right now!
The Beetle Spin and Charlie Bee are superb choices for panfish. Crush City and Keitech plastics are hard to keep on the shelf and those Lunkerhunt Spiders and good old Chatterbaits are killing it for Bass!

06/09/2026

FISHING WITH THE GUIDES with George Langley
Week of 6/7 to 6/14

Well, the warm stretch of beautiful weather we enjoyed last week is giving way to a more unsettled pattern, and honestly, that's not all bad news. We started the week cloudy and mild with some rain, and look to have another system moving through mid-week. The good news is that last week's heat did its job — water temps have stabilized in the low 70s on most area lakes, and the fish are firmly into summer patterns now. We'll take the rain. We still need it badly!

Walleye are responding well to the developing w**d growth. Work leeches on light jigs through cabbage patches in the 6 to 12' range, focusing on wind-blown edges where fish stack up. The warm mid-week window will keep midday activity solid, but as the predicted frontal system approaches Wednesday into Thursday, pay close attention. That pre-storm window has been producing aggressive walleye bites, and this week sets up for another one. If you get a calm, overcast afternoon ahead of the rain, get out there. Small swimbaits are a good change-of-pace option if jigs aren't connecting.

Crappie have largely wrapped up their spawn, and the action is shifting to the outside edges of w**d growth. Narrow-leaf cabbage in 8 to 12' of water is where you want to be, and small jigs like Mini Mites worked through the top half of the w**d column are producing well. Bluegill are spawning now and are very catchable on small jigs or a hook and worm in the warmest, sunniest shallows — sandy bays and gravel flats in just a foot or two continue to hold fish on warm afternoons. As for perch, we’ve seen some big ones caught in the last week. These guys are still mixing in along the softer w**d edges with the walleye, and respond well to a large minnow or a leech on a jig worked through the w**d edges in that 6-12’ range.

Northern are loving this new w**d growth, and the ambush bite is excellent. Swimbaits, Mepps spinners and chatterbaits worked through the healthiest green vegetation you can find are all drawing strikes. The unsettled, low-light conditions mid-week are actually ideal for northern — don't overlook a big spoon or a wakebait over the flats when the skies go gray.

Bass anglers have plenty to work with now. Largemouth that wrapped up their spawn during last week's heat are now feeding heavily, and plastics in the 4 to 6" range remain very productive. Smallmouth are still catch-and-release until the third Saturday in June, which is the 20th this year, but top-water action is heating up. Baits like Whopper Ploppers are a fun choice for that action, and setups like a Ned rig have been excellent, also. The front before the next round of rain mid-week will be a sweet spot for both species.

Musky are on the hunt, and evening presentations along deeper w**d edges are worth your time. A slow-rolled bucktail or glide bait during low-light hours is your best starting point. The approaching weather system mid-week can stir up good topwater activity in the evening hours - and there’s nothing quite like a big hit on a topwater! As w**d growth continues to fill in across the Chain, find healthy vegetation anywhere and you'll find fish nearby. As always, don’t forget that figure 8 at the boatside – that’s heart-stopper of a hit and you’ll be really mad at yourself if you forget it, and that big fish that was cruising your bait swims buy after you pull it out of the water!

The mayfly hatch is worth watching closely this week — the smaller green and brown drakes have started coming off, which means the hex hatch isn't far behind. That's a game-changer for walleye and bass alike, so pay attention to what's happening on the surface during the evenings now.

We’re still early enough in the season that boat traffic eases a bit during the week. Grab that calm while it's there and use the rain mid-week to target those pre-front windows before the weather quiets back down heading into the weekend. This is generally our last week of relative calm up here, as schools in the south start getting out now. That means a lot more people up here all week long – but that doesn’t change mornings or evenings on the water, which are great times for fishing, clearing your mind, and peace.

Good luck and good fishin'!

06/02/2026

FISHING WITH THE GUIDES with George Langley
Week of 5/31 to 6/6

Well, we've made it to June, and the weather seems to want to celebrate right along with us. What a long, mostly cold and miserable Spring we’ve suffered through! We’ve got a dry to start to the week, with highs expected in the low 80s through at least Wednesday. That's as good as it gets up here in early June, and the lakes are responding. Water temps that had been inching up over the Memorial Day weekend have climbed quickly into the upper 60’s and even low 70’s on many area lakes, and that is going to flip switches across the board for most species. Take advantage of this stretch while it's here, because showers and thunderstorms look possible Thursday through the weekend as the pattern begins to shift. That's a classic early-summer setup, and we'll take it.

Walleye have continued working those w**d edges and transitional zones in the 8 to 14’ range, and with water temps climbing through the week, you should start seeing more midday activity than you have in recent weeks. Jigs tipped with Tuffies or leeches are working well. If you’d rather cast, try a small swimbait. Early mornings and evenings are still the money windows, but don't be surprised to find fish moving during the warmest part of a calm afternoon on the clearer lakes. When the storms roll in toward the end of the week, pay attention — walleye often feed aggressively ahead of a front, and that window just before the rain can be exceptional.

Panfish are really hitting their stride now with this heat. Crappie on the Chain that were staging in protected bays and woody cover are now done with their business, and the warm, calm early-week conditions are prime for them. A slip bobber with a small minnow or waxie, fished in 4 to 8’ near submerged brush is hard to beat, but a Beetle Spin can be a fun choice if you want to cast. If you’re on a colder, deeper lake it’s worth checking the shallows, too. Bluegill are pushing into the shallowest, sun-warmed bays in earnest — look for sandy and gravelly bottom in a foot or two of water on the warmest afternoons. These fish are fun on light tackle and should be very catchable with small jigs or a plain hook and worm. Perch continue to mix in with walleye along the softer w**d edges on many lakes.

Northern are in full feeding mode per usual, and the developing w**d growth is giving them everything they need to ambush from cover. Spinnerbaits, spoons, and larger soft plastics worked through the healthiest green vegetation you can find will draw strikes. Don't sleep on topwater in the evenings during this warm stretch — a big wakebait or Whopper Plopper worked over a healthy cabbage flat at last light can be something to remember.

Bass anglers have a lot to look forward to this week. The fast warm-up pushed the Largemouth up onto their beds, and many are already done with their spawn and feeding heavily. Plastics in the 4 to 6” range or crawlers are bringing great success. Smallmouth remain catch-and-release through the early season, but as rocky structure lakes warm, fish are becoming more predictable.

For musky, summer patterns are still developing, but a smaller slow-rolled bucktail or a glide bait worked along deeper w**d edges is worth your time, especially during low-light hours. The evenings this week, with calm winds and warm air, could be excellent for a topwater bite. We’ve seen a number of fish caught in the last week, so they’re definitely on the hunt now.

Boat traffic has picked back up with this beautiful weather, so early weekday mornings remain your best bet for quiet water. Look for that weather change later in the week and use it to target the fish you’re looking for - and enjoy this beautiful summer weather we’re having – even the rain. We need it!

Good luck and good fishin'!

Frank got his "Big Boy Badge" at home today as he was able to do his whole walk without his leash. He also got his "Bad ...
05/31/2026

Frank got his "Big Boy Badge" at home today as he was able to do his whole walk without his leash.
He also got his "Bad Boy Badge" at work, as he decided to walk out the door and go visit all the people at Pine and Pour, the new coffee shop next door. A very kind soul there realized he didn't have a person with him and called me to come and get him. This is his second unaccompanied excursion across the lot (the first being prompted by the sight of a PUPPY over there - how could he resist?)
We'll call it an overall win, since he didn't get squished in the parking lot. He's got a bit to learn...
We'll be over to the coffee shop to formally introduce ourselves to the Pine and Pour people soon, so they know Frank... it's just been so busy over there (YAY!) we've been waiting for our moment.

05/29/2026

Frank wants you to know he's got all of your fun-in-the-sun needs met. And Big Mable is his favorite.
Come and get 'em while the getting is good!

05/26/2026

FISHING WITH THE GUIDES with George Langley
Week of 5/24 to 5/31

Well, Memorial Day weekend has come and gone, and now we find ourselves in that first real week of "summer" fishing. The weekend itself brought the beginning of yet another welcome warm-up, and this kind of warmth, even with clouds, is exactly what we need. If you were out over the holiday weekend, you probably found water temps climbing on your favorite lakes. That's the trend we've been waiting for. Heading into the week, we're looking at a real heat-up, and that will change those temps quickly and get us right to where we should be for this time of the year.

Walleye have continued their transition away from the shallows, and are now setting up along w**d edges and transition areas in the 8 to 14 foot range on most lakes. Early mornings and evenings remain the money windows, but as water temps climb through the week, you may find fish more active during midday hours than they've been. Jigs tipped with Tuffies are still a go-to, and Lindy rigs with a half-crawler remain reliable. If you're marking fish but not getting bites, slow down and give them time — the post-spawn funk can linger for awhile, especially on the colder, deeper lakes.

Panfish are picking up steam in a meaningful way. Crappie staging on the Chain — which had been lagging behind the smaller lakes — will now be getting serious about those protected bays and woody cover. This is prime time for them, and the window won't stay open forever. Small tube jigs or a slip bobber with a waxie fished in 4 to 8 feet near emerging vegetation and submerged brush is the setup. Bluegill are beginning to show pre-spawn behavior on the warmest lakes — watch for them in shallow, sun-warmed bays over sandy or gravelly bottom. Perch are still working the softer w**d edges and mud flats mixing in with the walleye on many lakes.

Northern are in full-on feeding mode now. Post-spawn sluggishness is well behind them, and with green w**ds developing in the warmer bays, they've got ambush cover to work with. Spinnerbaits, spoons, and larger soft plastics worked through the healthiest-looking vegetation you can find will draw strikes.

Bass should finally start showing some life. Smallies are catch-and-release through the early season, but as water temps climb through the upper 50s on their preferred rocky structure lakes, they should begin showing up more predictably. Largemouth are staging on the edges of warming bays and are starting to think seriously about beds on the most advanced lakes. Keep an eye on that water temp — 60°F is the number that usually flips the switch, and the smaller, darker lakes will hit that mark soon, if they haven’t already.

For musky, keep your eyes open, your release gear handy, and handle them with care. Summer patterns are still a way off, but a slow-rolled bucktail or a glide bait worked along deeper w**d edges can turn up a fish for the patient angler.

The boat traffic that peaked over Memorial Day weekend has thinned out - for now - as folks head back to work and school. Early weekday mornings and evenings this week will offer some of the best quiet-water conditions you'll find all summer, especially with predicted weather. Take advantage of it.

Good luck and good fishin'!

05/23/2026

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Fishing is heating up! Frank has all your needs covered. Come on in for a visit!

05/20/2026

FISHING WITH THE GUIDES with George Langley
Week of 5/17 to 5/24

We're right at that in-between stretch, past the excitement of the Opener but not yet into the summer grind - and the fishing is just starting to find its footing. Our temperatures have not helped, as they’ve been a rollercoaster. And that wind! That wind has been as much or more of an issue than the temperatures!

As of this writing, a warmup starting later in the week looks mildly promising. We need it to help push water temperatures in the right direction, as right now things have kind of stalled out. Some of the big lakes up North still have readings in the upper 40’s, the Chain has been stuck in the low-50’s, and if you’re on a small lake, you might find water in the 60’s. We’re all over the place right now! With Memorial Day weekend comes the first real wave of recreational boat traffic of the season. If you want quiet water, get out early in the week or plan for early morning or late evening time on the water.

Walleye are just starting to work away from the shallows and toward early w**d growth. The post-spawn recovery period means fish can be a little scattered and moody, but the evening and early morning bites have been worth the effort. Rocky points, gravel transitions, and those first green w**ds in 6 to 12 feet are your targets. Jigs tipped with Tuffies are producing, and Lindy rigs with a half-crawler worked slowly along the bottom remain a good call. As water temps continue to climb, start covering more water and look for walleye pushing out toward those w**d edges in earnest.

Panfish are moving in the right direction - look for warm water and you’ll fine them. Crappie are still making their way into the protected bays and are just now staging near woody cover and emerging vegetation on the smaller, warmer lakes - but as of this writing we’re not quite seeing this on the Chain. This is one of the better windows of the year for them if you can find the warmest water available - and one of the better years for those who haven’t been or can’t get out until late May.

Perch are along the softer w**d edges and shallow mud flats. Bluegill are tucked back in the warmer pockets and starting to think about beds, though spawning activity is still a way off depending on the lake. A small jig under a slip bobber with a waxie or piece of crawler is still the ticket for most of this. Take a temperature reading before you commit to a spot - a degree or two makes a real difference this time of year.

The Northern are feeding aggressively wherever you can find green w**ds. They've shaken off the post-spawn sluggishness with abandon and are definitely worth targeting if you’re looking for action. Spinnerbaits or spoons worked through the healthiest-looking vegetation you can find will do the trick.

Not much action to report with Bass. Seems they’re protesting the continued cold snaps. Smallies are catch and release until later in the season and Largemouth have been in and out of the shallows with the temperatures.

Musky season is open, and the same message stands as it has since the opener. Please give them room and time to do their reproductive job. If you do tangle with one, handle it with care and get it back quickly.

This weekend will undoubtably be a busy one at the landings and on the water, so it’s time to put those patience pants back on. We’re hoping for some sustained warmth to get water temps moving more steadily upward, and to keep improving on the already decent – albeit cold - start to the season that we’ve had. Be sure that as you enjoy the water this weekend you take a moment to remember the reason for this holiday, and to honor the men and women who gave everything so that we can be out here doing what we love.

Good luck and good fishin'!

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702 E Wall Street
Eagle River, WI
54521

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