Rifles take over: Illinois deer hunters are trading shotguns for centerfire rifles
Centerfire rifles went from less than 1% of Illinois’ deer harvest in 2022 to nearly 38% last year, and a new law raising rifle capacity ...
Rifles take over: Illinois deer hunters are trading shotguns for centerfire rifles
Centerfire rifles went from less than 1% of Illinois’ deer harvest in 2022 to nearly 38% last year, and a new law raising rifle capacity from one round to three takes effect Jan. 1. Here’s what to know before the firearms season opens Nov. 20.
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