Scenic Minnesota lake at dawn
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New York Mills, MN

Your Catch.
Preserved for
Generations.

From fresh live bait to expert-guided expeditions on Minnesota's clearest waters — and the taxidermy craft that keeps your trophy alive forever.

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What We Offer

Everything You Need
On The Water

Three pillars of service, one destination. Whether you're grabbing supplies for a morning trip, booking a guided outing, or entrusting us with your most prized catch — we deliver with expertise and care.

Bait & Tackle

Fresh live bait daily — minnows, worms, crickets, and more. Complete selection of rods, reels, line, lures, and accessories from top brands for every species and technique.

  • Fresh live bait, stocked daily
  • Complete rod & reel inventory
  • Licenses, coolers, & essentials

Taxidermy

Museum-quality mounting that captures the moment. Fish, deer, birds, and more — each piece crafted with meticulous attention to detail, posed naturally for your home or office.

  • Fish, deer, & bird mounts
  • Custom plaques & cases
  • Restoration & repair

Guide Service

Licensed local guide with intimate knowledge of north-central Minnesota's best lakes. Tailored trips for walleye, northern pike, crappie, and more — all equipment provided.

  • Walleye, pike, crappie & more
  • Full equipment provided
  • Half-day & full-day trips
Angler on a Minnesota lake at sunrise
Professional taxidermy fish mount on display
Interior of bait and tackle shop with fishing gear
Guide boat on a clear Minnesota lake
Our Story

Born on the Water.
Built for Anglers.

Scott's Bait & Tackle isn't just a shop — it's a hub for anyone who lives for the pull on the line, the quiet of the lake at dawn, and the story a trophy fish tells.

Located on South Main Avenue in New York Mills, we've spent years building relationships with the anglers who trust us for fresh bait, reliable gear, and honest advice. When you walk in, you're not a transaction — you're a neighbor.

Through Finn's Best Tackle, Taxidermy, & Guide Service, we extend that same commitment: professional taxidermy that preserves your moment, and guided trips where local knowledge makes the difference between a good day and a great one.

219
S. Main Ave
56567
New York Mills
"We've been coming to Scott's for years — the bait's always fresh, the tackle selection is spot-on, and the guide trip we booked was the highlight of our fishing season. The taxidermy work on my pike is absolutely stunning."
A Loyal Customer, New York Mills
Get in Touch

Visit Us or
Give Us a Call

Stop by the shop, call ahead to check availability, or reach out by email. We're always happy to help you prepare for your next outing.

Address
219 S Main Ave
New York Mills, MN 56567-4415
Phone
(218) 639-8933
Email
scottperala@hotmail.com

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We'll get back to you as soon as possible.

Ready for Your Next
Adventure on the Water?

Whether you need bait, gear, a guided trip, or taxidermy work — we're here to make it happen.

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