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December 22, 2016

1 year after wildlife refuge takeover, quieter land battle unfolds out West

While the armed occupation of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge grabbed the world’s attention, a quieter struggle over federal lands is being waged by those trying to use elections and the levers of government. Their grandparents and great-grandparents wrested a living from the West’s rugged landscape.

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Illinois Outdoor News Calendar of Events – December 23rd, 2016

Banquets/Fundraisers Jan. 14, 2017: Mid-Illini WTU Banquet, 5 p.m., Moose Lodge, Farmington. For more info call Darel Martin, 309-369-8265. Jan. 20, 2017: Bureau Creek Gobblers NWTF Banquet, 5 p.m., Bureau County Metro Center, Princeton. For more info call Joe Sledgister, 815-866-7470. Jan. 21, 2017: Illinois Wabash Valley WTU Banquet, 5 p.m., Community Center, Robinson. For

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Illinois Outdoor News Fishing Report – December 23rd, 2016

The fishing and hunting report is compiled using reports from conservation officers, hunting guides and fishing guides. North Chain O’ Lakes: Good catches of panfish have been common with some good walleyes mixed in. Make sure you check with local bait shops for conditions before you head out. The channels have been producing good catches

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Illinois Outdoor News Cuffs & Collars Report – December 23rd, 2016

Region I – Capt. Laura Petreikis CPO Beltran observed two trucks driving through a field with the occupants wearing blaze orange and hunting attire. One of the trucks drove over to CPO Beltran and stated they were going hunting and wanted to show his license. During the license inspection it was discovered there were other

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