Illinois

Where have you gone hunting partner of the past?

The author notes the decline of a once-popular piece of hunting apparel: the Jones cap.

Bill to expand legal use for shotgun slugs in Illinois awaits Quinn's signature

Legislation that will make it legal for hunters to use shotgun slugs to take coyotes and other game other than deer has passed through the House.

Flooding spawns hope for anglers

April’s statewide flooding is unlikely to produce detrimental long-term effects on the waters of Illinois, and may actually boost the vitality of some water ecosystems.

By Nick Livers Contributing Writer

Hunters anxious while ammo supply shrinks

Like many hunters in the state, Alan Decker’s annual spring ritual includes re-stocking his gun cabinet’s supply of .22 shells.

By Ralph Loos Editor

Deer presence could be altered by common shrub

A new threat to the state’s deer herd has been highlighted, though fans of frogs and other amphibians certainly have more reason to be concerned about a fierce invader known as Rhamnus cathartica

By Ralph Loos Editor

Northern Illinois Fishing Report - May 17th, 2013

Southern Illinois Fishing Report - May 17th, 2013

Central Illinois Fishing Report - May 17th, 2013

Illinois Calendar of Events - May 17th, 2013

Illinois Cuffs & Collars - May 17th, 2013