
Illinois’ statewide fishing report on Jan. 3, 2025
Panfish dominating winter fishing scene so far in ’25. Here’s a look at the Illinois fishing report on Jan. 3, 2025.
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Panfish dominating winter fishing scene so far in ’25. Here’s a look at the Illinois fishing report on Jan. 3, 2025.

Crappies, bluegills top option as winter hits lakes. Here’s a look at the Illinois fishing report from across the state on Dec. 20, 2024.

Some muskies being caught as the bite heats up. A look at the Illinois fishing report from across the state on Dec. 6, 2024.

Crappies to open December as if it were November. A look at the Illinois fishing report on Nov. 22, 2024.

The fishing and hunting report is compiled using reports from conservation officers, hunting guides, and fishing guides. North Chain: The bass will begin to feed with the dropping water temps. The fish are relating to

Fall fishing remains hot. A look at the Illinois fishing report on Oct. 25, 2024.

Fall bass bite remains hot, walleyes begin feeding hard. A look at the Illinois fishing report on Oct. 11, 2024.

Bass begin early autumn patterns, crappies following suit. A look at the Illinois fishing report on Sept. 27, 2024, from across the state.

White bass biting in the south, walleyes best bet in north. A look at the Illinois fishing report on Sept. 13, 2024.
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