The Bay Store

07/16/2026

Stocked and loaded! We have just received another order of the hottest bait of the year! Stop by and get your Urchin Baits while they are in stock! They have been selling as fast as we can get them. So don’t wait and miss out!

07/16/2026

Let’s Clear the Air! 📢
It has come to our attention that the local rumor mill has been working overtime lately.

We’ve heard some pretty wild whispers floating around about our store—specifically that we are up for sale, that we don’t have a lease, and a few other creative stories.

We love a good plot twist, but we prefer to stick to the facts. We want to set the record straight once and for all:
• Are we for sale? ❌ Absolutely not. We are not going anywhere, and we have no plans to sell.
• Do we have a lease? Yes, we do. We have a solid lease firmly in place. While the specifics of our lease and business are respectfully private and not anyone else's concern, you can rest assured that our doors are staying open and continues to be owned and run by locals, Chris and Jamie.

07/14/2026

New product alert!
More urchin baits are in stock! Get them while you can.

While you’re here check out the new Yamamoto Fuzzy Senko! Another hot bait that has been catching them!

07/07/2026

🚨We just restocked on another product line of the popular urchin-type baits in 3 fresh color options!

The bass are absolutely loving these right now—we’ve been catching fish on them all week. The action on these lures is unreal, but they sell out fast every time we get them. Swing by the shop to grab yours before they're gone again! 🎣💥

07/01/2026

Stop by The Bay Store and grab this Sea Star Urchin while supplies last.
They have been hard to get but we finally had some arrive and they are flying off the shelf.

The bass love them and can’t resist, and Chris tested this theory with successful results.

06/13/2026

We would like to congratulate the BFA Comets, on winning the Division 1 Softball Championship yesterday.
Congratulations Comets on an amazing season! 💚 💛 🥎

Also, congratulations to the MVU Thunderbirds, on winning the Division 2 Softball Championship today.
Congratulations Thunderbirds on an amazing season! 💙 🤍 🥎

Photo credit: St.Albans Messenger

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day everyone! 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We are incredibly grateful for their service.

As we kick off the season, today also marks the start of our Summer Hours!

☀️ Starting today, our new schedule will be:

Store Hours:
• 6:00 AM– 10:00 PM (Daily)

Ice Cream Shop Hours:
• 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Daily)

We hope you all have a safe, meaningful, and wonderful holiday with your loved ones.

05/22/2026

05/22/2026

☀️ SUN'S OUT, CUPS OUT! ☀️
Want to add a little magic to your next lakeside treat? Check out our brand new Color-Changing Cups! 🪄✨

Watch them instantly transform when filled with your favorite cold treats.

🍦 How to get yours: Just ask to upgrade your next ice cream order to a color-changing cup! Keep the cup, change the colors, and enjoy the best view in St. Albans.

Drop by The Bay Store, grab an ice cream, and see the magic for yourself! Which color are you picking first? 🟢 🟠 🔵

05/17/2026

🎉 We are happy to announce that we are OPEN tomorrow at 12:00 PM! 🍦✨

With the warmer weather finally here, we are ⏰ Open daily @ 12:00 PM

Bring the whole family, check out our menu, and let’s make this a sweet start to the warmer weather! 🍧☀️