Sand Dunes Bait and Tackle

08/15/2026

🦌 BIG UPDATE: Whitcomb’s Whitetails Scent Arrival Dates!

The countdown to hunting season is on! If you're planning to get those mock scrapes rolling or want to fool a mature whitetail’s nose this fall, fresh local scent is your absolute best friend.

We just got the official update from Whitcomb’s Whitetails on when this season's fresh, locally-procured scent will be landing in our freezer! ❄️

🗓 MARK YOUR CALENDARS:
• Buck Scent: Expected around September 6th (Perfect for early season mock scrapes & establishing territory!)
• Doe Scent (Estrous): Expected around October 20th (Just in time for the pre-rut and rut hype!)

👉 Why Whitcomb's?
Unlike shelf-stable scents that use preservatives and break down into ammonia over time, Whitcomb’s is 100% fresh and collected daily in the fall. It stays stored right in our freezer until you're ready to take it to the woods—giving local bucks the exact signal that a real new deer is in their area.

Because it's local, peak-fresh, and strictly limited per delivery, it’s always a highly sought-after commodity with hunters who know the difference fresh scent makes.

Keep your freezer space ready! Drop a comment or send us a message if you want us to set some aside for you when it arrives so you don't miss out. 🏹

08/14/2026

⚠️ LAST CALL FOR LEECHES! ⚠️

Hey local anglers! Just a quick heads-up on bait availability:

With the mid-summer heat in full swing and our trappers officially done harvesting for the year, our current supply of leeches is the final round for the season.

We’ve got our remaining stock prepped in portioned containers in the fridge and ready to go—so make sure to drop by and grab yours before they're all gone! Once this batch is sold out, that's it until next spring.

We’ve still got plenty of other live bait and gear ready to keep you hooked all summer long. Stop in and stock up for your next trip! 🎣☀️

08/14/2026

Stocked up for everything from panfish to monster walleye and musky! 🎣 Here is today’s live bait showcase:

🐟 Small Suckers – Great for walleye & bass
🐟 Large Suckers – Ready for pike & musky
🐟 River Mix Chubs – Tough, active river bait
🐟 Red Tail Chubs – Trophy walleye magnet
🐟 Crappie Minnows – Perfect size for panfish
🐟 Fatheads – The reliable all-around choice

Stop by the shop to grab yours while supplies last!

📍 Address: 26215 184th St, Big Lake, MN 55309
📞 Phone: (763) 263-8200
🕒 Hours:
• Mon – Fri: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
• Saturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
• Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

08/11/2026

Gear up for Minnesota deer season! 🦌🔥 We just stocked the shelf with all the latest scent & scent-elimination products from Wildlife Research Center. Check out what’s new:
Special Golden Estrus® (35th Anniversary Edition): The legendary dated-fresh doe-in-heat attractant, marked fresh for the 2026 season.
Golden Estrus® Scent Stick: Solid, weather-resistant, and mess-free application to trigger rutting bucks on bark, branches, or decoys.
Golden Rope™ Scent Rope Kit & Aerosols: Perfect for setting up mock scrapes and conditioning buck behavior in your area.
Calming Scent Spray & Calming Zone: Relaxes deer in the area to create natural, low-stress bedding or feeding scent profiles.
Scent Killer® Gold Full-Body Deodorant Spray & Autumn Formula: Essential scent elimination from head-to-toe before heading into the stand.
Stop by and grab yours before opening day! 🎯👇
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08/06/2026

The hype is real! 🔥 The G-Ratt Baits Webber is in stock at the shop, along with a variety of G-Ratt favorites ready for your tackle box.

Come check out the color selection while they last!

Designed to be different. Built to last.

08/06/2026

The ultimate live bait staple! 🪱🎣

Nothing beats fresh worms when you’re looking for guaranteed action on the water. We’re fully stocked with three classic options:

• Classic Nightcrawlers: The go-to choice for walleye rigs, catfish, and bass. Big, fat, and full of action.
• Green Nightcrawlers: Highly visible in dark or muddy water—that vibrant color drives fish crazy when normal bait gets overlooked.
• Angle Worms: Perfect size for panfish, bluegill, and trout. Outstanding activity that triggers fast strikes.

Stop in, grab a tub (or three), and make sure your tackle box is ready.

Which worm is your secret weapon? Drop a comment below! 👇

08/06/2026

From trophy hunters to daily limits, we’ve got your bait bucket covered! 🎣🔥

Whatever you’re targeting, having the right live bait makes all the difference. Here’s what’s fresh, swimming, and ready to hit the water:

• Redtail Chubs: The ultimate high-action bait for giant walleye and pike.
• Large & Small/Medium Suckers: Proven producers for muskie, big northern, and heavy catfish.
• Crappie Minnows & Fatheads: Clean, lively, and perfect for stocking up on panfish or filling the cooler.

Fresh stock moves fast. Drop by, load up your bucket, and set yourself up for a successful run on the water! 🌊🐟

Which one are you rigging up this weekend? Let us know below! 👇

08/06/2026

Pure gold in the net right here 👑

Finding a straight run of ONLY redtail chubs is rare enough, but look at the action on these—clean, healthy, and ultra-lively. Ask any serious angler, redtails are the undisputed holy grail of live bait:

• Pure Muscle: They’re tough as nails and keep swimming strong even in heavy cover.
• Relentless Action: Their aggressive movement triggers violent reaction strikes from trophy walleye, pike, and bass.
• Unmatched Quality: Getting a batch this clean—a pure, straight run with zero mixed minnows—doesn’t happen every day.

When your bait tank looks this good, you already know it’s going to be a heavy haul. Get the best bait, get the best bites. Simple as that. 🎣🔥🎯

07/30/2026

Cluck around and find out. 🐔💣 Rigged up with the Uni-Fukku tungsten urchin jigs and ready to bend some rods. Who’s throwing these this weekend?