Monster northern pike – on setlines [video]
Late ice is a great time to target monster northern pike, and one of the best ways to do that is with setlines. Here’s how the guys at Angling Buzz are getting it done. Video courtesy of Angling Buzz.
Late ice is a great time to target monster northern pike, and one of the best ways to do that is with setlines. Here’s how the guys at Angling Buzz are getting it done. Video courtesy of Angling Buzz.
Recipients of the “tree” awards.
Seeking comments on a pair of fisheries management plans.
Banquets/Fundraisers March 6: WTU Cold Water Creek Chapter Banquet, 4 p.m., Lavender Crest Winery, Colona. For more info call Cindy Jackson, 309-373-1154. March 13: WTU Illini Chapter Banqet, 4 p.m., Radison Hotel, Urbana. For more info call Mark Wimpy, 309-825-4868. March 19: WTU Illinois Valley Chapter Banquet, 5 p.m., The Cider Mill, Princeton. For more
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