Some good news, for a change, on the CWD front
Headline:
Summary: Study says human genetics can thwart disease
Headline:
Summary: Study says human genetics can thwart disease
Keynote speaker is from New York Botanical Garden
A new generation of hunting and fishing gals are casting and blasting their way into success afield as well as outdoor media, seminars, and promotions.
Banquets/Fundraisers March 20: NWTF Cook County Turkey Baggers Banquet, 6 p.m., Chicago South Elks Lodge #1596. For more info call Carleton Rendel, 708-349-8862. March 20: Illinois Valley WTU Banquet, 5 p.m., Wise Guys Bar & Grill. For more info call Bob Stevens, 815-646-4146. March 21: Elkhorn Creek Rack-a-Holics WTU Banquet, 5 p.m., Knights of Columbus
Region I – Captain Laura Petreikis CPO Hoogerwerf spoke with a concerned citizen regarding the encroachment of an active bald eagle nest. Trees along a seasonal waterway are being cleared in the vicinity of the nest. The owner of the property has been identified and will be instructed to contact the local USFWS officer to
Lake Taylorville: Crappie bite picking up on minnows. Bass slow. Water conditions are murky. Newton Lake: Bass good. Water clarity very murky. Some white bass were also reported prior to the rains. Crappies a big question mark after a poor fall and few reports this spring so far. Catfish good. Lake Bloomington: Bluegills are biting
Devils’ Kitchen: Bass have been good on spinners and plastics. A few catfish caught on nightcrawlers. Crab Orchard Lake: Anglers are reporting that crappies are being found at depths ranging from about 6 to 10 feet. Most are in heavy cover near points. The best baits have been minnows and jigs. Bright colors seem to
Braidwood: This cooling lake offers anglers an opportunity to get out in the early spring when most other lakes are frozen or are just too cold and not producing fish. The lake is open and the shore fishermen are seeing quite a few catfish and bluegills. Fish are being caught on ice jigs under a