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

Water woes aside, captains focus on fishing

Low water and fish, not necessarily in that order, are at the top of the minds of the Lake Michigan charter boat fleet as the spring fishing season gets going.

By Javier Serna Contributing Writer

Walleye Freshwater Game Fishing Gold

The largest member of the perch family, Sander vitreus, has a dedicated angling following throughout most of the eastern United States and Canada

Water woes aside, captains focus on fishing

Low water and fish, not necessarily in that order, are at the top of the minds of the Lake Michigan charter boat fleet as the spring fishing season gets going.

By Javier Serna Contributing Writer

Carp not only invasive threat to state waters

Asian carp capture most of the headlines when it comes to aquatic invasive species in Illinois – and they haven’t even been found in Lake Michigan.

By Javier Serna Contributing Writer

The post-spawn spring walleye lull before the big bite

Some fishing finesse will keep you on the water and halt the post-spawn blues

Old-reliable river walleye tricks: blade baits and crankbaits

Mix up your spring walleye presentations by deploying the classic blade baits and cranks

New Lures for 2013

What lies beneath and up top for this fishing season

By Dan Durbin Contributing Writer

Three-way swivel rigs: a deadly approach for river walleyes SUMMARY: Use three-way swiv

Use three-way swivel-rigs as a dead-stick approach for two-line spring walleye waters.

New Lures for 2013

What lies beneath and up top for this fishing season

Walleye Freshwater Game Fishing Gold

The largest member of the perch family, Sander vitreus, has a dedicated angling following throughout most of the eastern United States and Canada

Deer and bowhunting: Treestand safety starts now

Leaving up your stands all year can lead to dangerous hunting situations.

Making homemade venison sausage: It's easy and fun

It’s hard to beat the enticing aroma of homemade venison bratwurst or venison Italian sausage sizzling on the grill

Butchering Big Game

How to cut up a big game animal. When you do your own butchering, you know that the meat has been handled with care, and you get the cuts you prefer.

Bass fishing finals rescheduled for May 31-June 1

The fifth year of the IHSA-sanctioned bass fishing state championships at Carlyle Lake had been cancelled due to high waters. The finals have been rescheduled for May 31-June 1.

Don't let bad tackle spoil your day on the lake

Lake Michigan fish can play havoc on your hooks and sinkers. Faulty tackle can cost you big fish on the big water.

Spring transition is great time for bass anglers

As water temperatures in Illinois rise, bass begin foraging for food. Choosing the right color is important when trying to lure a hungry fish.

Hunters, anglers may soon find cabins at Illinois’ largest state park

Hunters and anglers have been pining for lodging and other amenities at Pyramid State Park. A non-profit group is working to grant their wishes.

Bluegills, white bass ‘springing to action’

Most of Illinois’ waters are free of ice, creating a feeding frenzy among the state’s bluegills, crappies and bass. Weed growth are the best places to find the fish right now.

Deer hunters planning food plots should begin now by testing soil

Hunters planning food plots for deer this spring should start by having their soil tested.

Anglers looking for panfish action should hit the ice now

Ice fishing for panfish is at its peak in northern Illinois

It's alive: Illinois Conservation Congress back from the dead

As promised two years ago, DNR is reviving its Illinois Conservation Congress, scheduling a number of public meetings around the state this month and in March that will precede the actual Congress gathering set for September.

Ice still 'iffy'

Ice is dangerous and, before I get into anything else, I want to mention a couple things that you need to keep in mind. First and foremost is safety.

Ice is here!

Never too quiet, cold or lonely to fish

Angler tops Illinois' walleye record lickety-split

Illinois' state walleye record broken for second time this year

Largemouth catchability linked to parenting skill

Bedding bass: To Catch Them Or Leave Them?

Ice still 'iffy'

Never too soon: Ice Is coming!

Ice fishing jigging technique and lure action

Preparation is the key to dining on good deer

In the coming several weeks, hunters will acquire tons – literally – of good meat for the table.

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

Pecan Turkey with Maple Sauce

With maple season in full swing, now is a great time to enjoy some of that fresh, boiled sap.

Venison stew with barley

Many recipes lend themselves to substitutions… if you don’t have turkey, then chicken may be very tasty, as well. It’s no different when it comes to big game.

A Rite of Winter: Western Big-Game Hunting Deadlines

The west is home to elk, bear, antelope, mule deer and whitetails but it also has opportunities for more exotic species like ibex, oryx and javelina.

By Ron C. Hustvedt Jr. Contributing Writer

Road-Tripping for Turkeys: Plan now for spring of 2013

It’s never too early to start planning for the spring of 2013.

By Steve Piatt Editor

Trolley Rides Allow Those With Physical Limitations to Experience the Mickelson Trail near Deadwood, South Dakota

Black Hills visitors with physical limitations have an opportunity to view the Mickelson Trail on Tuesday, June 5.

South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks

CWD Proclamation Signed for North Dakota

The 2012 proclamation establishing guidelines for transporting deer, elk and moose carcasses and carcass parts into and within North Dakota is now in effect as a precaution against the possible spread of chronic wasting disease.

North Dakota Game and Fish Department

Idaho's Nonresident Deer and Elk Tag Quotas

Information for Nonresident Deer and Elk Tag Quotas for Idaho has recently been updated.

Idaho Department of Fish and Game