Keeping bait alive

[ricksimpson]

I just ordered 5000 spikes from Knutson and I am wondering what is the best way to keep them alive? I will be keeping them in the garage fridge at about 40 degrees. Will use what is left for trout in the spring and bluegills etc.

[Radneck]

The fridge is perfect for spikes.  I forgot about mine after the ice season ended last year. Found them in July when I was cleaning out the fridge.  Still alive.  I stored them in a peanut butter jar with pine bedding.  Lid on loosely.