Buck age skewed in recent harvests
Site Staff
February 19, 2015
Illinois deer hunters have killed fewer 11⁄2-year-old bucks in recent years – a fact that is likely a result of an overall decreased harvest.
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Angling for help, DNR Fisheries remains short
Site Staff
February 19, 2015
An already understaffed DNR Division of Fisheries faces the prospect of losing more bodies to retirement this year.
Northern Illinois Fishing Report- February 20th, 2015
Site Staff
February 19, 2015
Lake Michigan: Fishermen have been catching a lot of small perch through the ice near the docks in harbors. Fishing small jigging spoons tipped with spikes as well as smaller jigs with plastics have been
‘Let’s hunt twice:’ 2015 deer pins honor Mr. Cub
Site Staff
February 19, 2015
Next deer season’s mantra is still very much open for debate, but there is clearly a front runner.
Southern Illinois Fishing Report – February 20th, 2015
Site Staff
February 19, 2015
Crab Orchard Lake: Bass action has slowed. Bluegills being caught on worms. Panfish, in general, are biting good on worms under ice and in weedbeds. Newton Lake: Warm-water areas good for catfish, though those being
Central Illinois Fishing Report – February 20th, 2015
Site Staff
February 19, 2015
Powerton Lake: Channel catfish and blue catfish have been biting on baby shad and cut baits. Hybrid striped bass are being caught on minnows. Anglers are not having much luck with white bass or stripers.
Illinois Rivers Fishing Report – February 20th, 2015
Site Staff
February 19, 2015
Fox River: During the winter months, the fishing really tends to slow down on the river, however, there are still some good opportunities for quality fish. For smallmouths, now is the time to look for
Illinois Cuffs & Collars – February 20th, 2015
Site Staff
February 19, 2015
Region I – Captain Laura Petreikis CPO Jones observed vehicles parked at a Mississippi Palisades Hunting Area during the late winter antlerless firearms deer season. The CPO stopped a hunter who came out of the
Catching fish when others can't: Mastering Midwinter Mind Games
Site Staff
February 19, 2015
It’s midwinter, and we all know what that means. Fish are lethargic and you’re in a bad mood
