History of Wisconsin Fishing Lures

Fishing lure historian, author, and collector, Chris Slusar, discusses early "Wisconsin-made" fishing lures and their makers. With its thousands of lakes, Wisconsin has long been a fisher's paradise. Learn how the mid-19th century brought about a rapid increase in the production of lures to feed the growing demand, hear stories about lure types and makers, and view creative examples. Bring along your old lures for identification and casual appraisals, as time permits.