Bill passes allowing crossbows for entire archery season
Andy Palmer
June 26, 2017
Previously, crossbows were allowed for anyone 62 years of age and older, or for hunters with a handicap.
Illinois
Only one-third of Illinois waterfowl hunters are aware of duck stamp’s purpose
Ralph Loos
June 26, 2017
Illinois Natural History Survey used results of random surveys of waterfowl hunters who purchased a state waterfowl permits in the 2002-03 and 2015-16 waterfowl seasons.
Silver carp found 9 miles from Lake Michigan
Staff and News Reports
June 23, 2017
In eight consecutive years of intensive monitoring and fish sampling in the Chicago Area Waterway System, this is the second time a bighead or silver carp has been found above the electric dispersal barriers.
Illinois needs to rethink hunter safety requirements
Keri Butt
June 21, 2017
Last year, the DNR implemented changes to hunter safety requirements that I’m absolutely not okay with. In fact, in my opinion, they’re downright irresponsible and could lead to tragic consequences. Now, it appears that more
Another state record falls with hybrid striped bass catch
Ralph Loos
June 20, 2017
It’s official weight on a certified scale was 21 pounds 7.2 ounces and was taken by Robert Vericella, of Bloomington. The previous record was 20 pounds, 0.32 ounces – caught at Lake of Egypt on
Buffalo Grove lands state bass fishing title
Ralph Loos
June 16, 2017
Tyler Lubbat and Dominic Domian pulled 13 pounds and 7 ounces of bass out of Carlyle Lake for the win.
Illinois Outdoor News Calendar – June 16, 2017
Site Staff
June 15, 2017
Banquets/Fundraisers July 29: Kaskaskia Valley Son’s O’ Bucks WTU Banquet, 5 p.m., Mascoutah Sportsmen’s Club. For more info call Chuck Finlay, 618-567-1344. Aug. 5: Central Illinois Ridge Runners WTU Banquet, 5 p.m., Big Horse Vineyards,
Illinois Outdoor News Fishing Report – June 16, 2017
Site Staff
June 15, 2017
The fishing and hunting report is compiled using reports from conservation officers, hunting guides and fishing guides. North Chain: Jig and minnows or jig and leeches remain solid choices for walleyes on Marie Lake. Anglers
Illinois Outdoor News Cuffs and Collars – June 16, 2017
Site Staff
June 15, 2017
Region I – Capt. Laura Petreikis While conducting fishing compliance checks, CPO Jones watched a Chicago woman reel in a channel catfish from the Mississippi River bank. When CPO Jones asked for a fishing license,
