January 2, 2017
Deer hunter takes elk in Macoupin County — wait, an elk in Illinois?
There are no elk in Illinois, yet a hunter killed one Dec. 26 in the central part of the state. DNR is still investigating, but the agency assumes the animal escaped from a domestic elk ranch in the area. Illinois did consider re-introducing elk 2 years ago.
Deer hunter takes elk in Macoupin County — wait, an elk in Illinois? Read More »
Lake trout fishing regulations need to be revisited for the Lower Niagara River
Lake trout season opened up in the lower Niagara River and Lake Ontario on Jan. 1. The actual season runs for nine months, through Sept. 30. Then it’s shut down for three months, closed because of spawning considerations. Therein lies the problem. Fish with a closed season cannot be targeted to catch. It’s also a gray area for holding up one of these fish for a quick picture before its release.
Lake trout fishing regulations need to be revisited for the Lower Niagara River Read More »
