trackside garage in old forge carries live bait.at least he did last year,just make sure you call him before you go.he is a repair shop and has to run for parts or cars,so he is not there all the time.128 Watson rd,315-369-0024.
Went to trackside on Friday and got a dozen medium shiners. Had to pick my jaw up off the floor when he said "ya that'll be 10 bucks". I will never go there for bait again. I dont care if those were the last 12 shiners in a 50 mile radius, that's a total rip off. Cant imagine what 3 or 4 dozen would cost... 40 - 50 bucks? Unbelievable.
Go to hometown bait and tackle in marcy. Nice guy, good bait, and you wont have to tear your arm off to pay for some minnows.