July 11, 2013
Whitetail weights: How heavy should your hunting arrows be?
A simple bump in archery arrow weight may deliver more deer kills.
Crowding into a fishing spot: There ought to be a law!
Whether it’s muskie, bass, or walleye fishing, remember that the Golden Rule applies to angling, too
Minnesota has a trophy gray wolf population: Let's manage it that way
Summer grab bag column focuses on wolf hunting, annual Outdoor Leaders Award, plus a link to a great fly-fishing video.
Hunting Lifestyle: the Dog Days of Summer
The summer months are a tough time to be a bird dog owner.
Illinois Cuffs & Collars – July 12th, 2013
Region I A CPO conducted recreational boat details along the Illinois River from Starved Rock State Park to Marseilles Lock and Dam in an attempt to reduce boating accidents focusing on personal flotation device, lanyard wear, OUI, careless and reckless operation boating violations. A CPO conducted sport fishing checks along Illinois River in Putnam County
Illinois Fishing Reports for Rivers – July 12th, 2013
Ohio River: At Smithland Pool, the river is slightly above pool, but the creeks and rivers are clear. Catfish action is still steady on cut bait, nightcrawlers and stinkbaits. Bluegills are fair in the creeks on wax worms and crickets. Bass and crappie action have slowed. Fox River: The action has slowed with the high
Central Illinois Fishing Report – July 12th, 2013
Banner Marsh: Bass good on spinnerbaits. Bluegills fair on crickets and worms. Crappies good on minnows or jigs. A few catfish being taken on stinkbaits. Powerton: Bluegills biting on worms. Smallmouths good near points and in deeper water using crankbaits. Catfish being caught on rocks using worms. Newton Lake: Bass picking up on spinners and
Southern Illinois Fishing Report – July 12th, 2013
Devils’ Kitchen: Bass slowing in heat. Crappies biting on minnows and jigs. Bluegills hitting crickets in shallows. Crab Orchard Lake: Catfish action is still steady. Cut bait, nightcrawlers and leeches are all producing good catches. Crappie action is still good in 7-9 feet of water over structure. Jigs and minnows are both effective. Bluegills are
