Du Quoin City Lake, Perry County
Site Staff
September 2, 2022
And results of the 2021 surveys indicate quality fisheries continue to exist for bluegills, crappies and largemouth bass.
Illinois
Illinois Outdoor News Fishing Report – September 2, 2022
Site Staff
September 2, 2022
Crappies kick off pre-fall bite in many lakes.
Bass, weeds and … crankbaits? – video
Site Staff
August 28, 2022
When it comes to fishing for bass in weed cover, most anglers wouldn’t use crankbaits. The guys at Angling Buzz tell us why you need to use crankbaits in the weeds.
Illinois Outdoor News Cuffs & Collars – August 26, 2022
Site Staff
August 25, 2022
Northwest Zone – Captain Laura Petreikis In Bureau County, CPO Wagner, while checking fisherman along Hennepin Canal, found an individual to be in possession of short largemouth bass. Upon further investigation, the individual was found
Illinois Outdoor News Calendar – August 26, 2022
Site Staff
August 25, 2022
BANQUET/FUNDRAISER AUG. 26: Whitetails Unlimited Central Illinois Ridge Runners Banquet, 5 p.m., Round House Center, 905 Bay Street, Beardstown. Call 309-333-2644. AUG. 27: Whitetails Unlimited Banquet, 5 p.m., Effingham VFW, 916015 E 700th Ave., Watson.
Types of Optics You’ll Need On Your Next Hunt
Site Staff
August 25, 2022
Successful hunts are contingent on much more than just a firearm. No matter the game, terrain, and weather conditions, there is always a piece of equipment that can add to your hunt. No other area
Catnip: Top catfish-producing baits
Site Staff
August 21, 2022
Angling Buzz Catfish are one of the most popular fish species in the U.S. and can be found in many rivers, lakes, and reservoirs across the country. They fight hard, grow to large sizes, and
Waterfowl hunters: Don’t spread phragmites
Gretchen Steele
August 21, 2022
Phragmites australis, also known as common reed, is a non-native grass that aggressively invades wetlands. Once established, it becomes nearly impossible to eradicate. It is not your friend.
Survey: Duck numbers take a tumble
Site Staff
August 21, 2022
Total populations were estimated at 34.2 million, down by 12% from last survey, and “total duck estimate in the Traditional Survey Area was the lowest in nearly 20 years.”
