Didnt Fish this morning but heard it was packed by a couple people. As for a bait shop, normally there is, but I do believe the store next to the fish house is closed for the holidays. Not sure when they are scheduled to re open. Most people use jigs there. There are a couple chairs there that are very cheap plastic chairs. They work, but cant promise there will be any available. You can always bring your chair if one is needed. no Benches at the fish house. good Luck if you go, make sure to post your results