D&S Bait and Tackle has been providing anglers on the north side of Madison, Dane County and beyond with the highest quality bait and traditional fishing tackle for over 40 years. As of March 1st, Gene and Sandy Dellinger, owners of D&S for the last 31 years, handed the reins off to SWTU’s very own Pat Hasburgh and his wife, Ashley!

Pat has been fishing his entire life, a trout angler for over 20 years, a northsider for 15 years and a SWTU Board Member much of the last decade. Have you seen the graphics on our Stream Team equipment trailer? Pat designed those. Have you ever used the SWTU MATS Map? That was his creation. Over the years he has assisted with many fundraising events and grant writing efforts, not to mention chainsawing and grilling brats on many workdays. Pat was also key to our effort in securing almost 5 miles of DNR easements in the Sawmill/Pecatonica/Gordon/Kittleson watersheds. Pat will continue his commitment to SWTU through D&S to support our club’s efforts wherever possible.

Traditional “gear” anglers need not worry, D&S will continue to carry all the highest quality bait and tackle offerings that have made it famous, but plans are in the works to add a full line of fly tying and fishing gear! D&S Bait, Tackle & Fly Shop’s trout offerings will focus on products that work on our local waters, featuring patterns tied by local tiers. The fly fishing department won’t be running at full-speed on day one, but will be a work-in-progress so stop back often to see what’s new on the shelves!

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