Gobbler hunting rule: Call turkeys when it's quiet!
Site Staff
May 9, 2014
Forget about “matching the mood of the woods” and use your turkey calls loudly and often when the birds aren’t talking.
Illinois
Illinois DNR hires new deputy director
Site Staff
May 8, 2014
DNR confirmed today that Michael Howard has been hired as a deputy director of the agency.
Deer hunter involved in controversy no longer part of Illinois Whitetail Alliance
Keri Butt
May 6, 2014
Outdoor social media outlets have been set ablaze in recent days concerning a controversy involving Peoria-area outdoor writer Marc Anthony. Anthony, who is also a taxidermist, has allegedly been involved in questionable activities. Until recently,
Rite of spring fishing: Top-tier river walleye tactics
Site Staff
May 3, 2014
Fishing for walleyes demands three top presentations: crankbaits, three-way swivel rigs, and colorful crankbaits
Sugarhouse Maple Wild Game Jerky
Site Staff
May 2, 2014
Making wild game jerky is another great option for maximizing your valuable wild game harvest.
Fisherman's least favorite bird in Pennsylvania – the great blue heron
Site Staff
May 1, 2014
The great blue heron is a major predator of trout and, by far, the writer’s least favorite bird.
Illinois River Fishing Report – May 2nd, 2014
Site Staff
May 1, 2014
Illinois River: The sauger and walleye bite has been really good slow. Fish are being caught vertical jigging jigs with minnows or using a floater jig and lindy rigging minnows have been doing well. Pulling
Illinois Calendar of Events – May 2nd, 2014
Site Staff
May 1, 2014
Banquets/Fundraisers May 17: Heart of Illinois WTU Banquet, 5 p.m., Avanti’s Dome. For more info call Bill David, 309-389-3021. May 18: Sandwich Sportsmans Club Banquet, 8 a.m., at the Club. For more info call Grant
Illinois Cuffs & Collars – May 2nd, 2014
Site Staff
May 1, 2014
Region I A District 1 CPO conducted an investigation into the use of a crossbow to harvest a deer prior to the time when it was legal to do so. It was determined the subject
