Whether you’re chasing catfish on the Blackwater River or teaching your kid to cast for the first time, Nate’s Bait & Market has the right gear to get you started. No long drives, no confusion—just real equipment that works for our local waters.

Skip the guesswork. We stock what locals use on the Blackwater and nearby ponds—priced fairly and ready to fish.
We fish the same rivers, creeks, and ponds you do. When we suggest a hook size for bass or say minnows are biting, it’s because we’ve seen it on the Blackwater River and heard it from neighbors that morning.
You’re not buying random gear from someone who’s never seen Franklin waters—you’re talking to locals.

Grab the small things before you’re knee‑deep in water wishing you had them.
Stringers for your catch
Tackle boxes to keep it all sorted
Extra line for tangles or snaps
Nets for hauling in the big ones
Pliers, knives, and the little tools you forget
Whether you’re a weekend fisherman or just getting started, you’ll find everything you need right here under one roof—gear, bait, and good advice. Stop by today, grab your tackle, and get back to the water.