Anglers will get a say at perch summit
Site Staff
February 6, 2014
In a discussion many anglers have been waiting for, Lake Michigan’s troubled yellow perch population will be the topic of a public forum next month.
Illinois
Duck hunters’ fiery start ended by freezer
Site Staff
February 6, 2014
A fast start to what became a truncated duck season likely will result in increased harvest numbers in the state, the state’s top waterfowl biologist predicted.
Northern Illinois Fishing Report- February 7th, 2014
Site Staff
February 6, 2014
Lake Michigan: The harbors have good ice but caution should be used if you head out. There have been very few reports of trout being caught at this time. They are there; you just really
Ponder this: Do bass remember your lures?
Site Staff
February 6, 2014
For years, bass anglers have sat in bass boats and pondered bass questions, such as: Can bass identify lures that previously led them to be hooked?
Southern Illinois Fishing Report – February 7th, 2014
Site Staff
February 6, 2014
Crab Orchard Lake: Bluegills are being caught on worms. Crappies fair on minnows. Bass action has picked up on the west side, but still slow near shorelines. Baldwin Lake: Bluegills getting better on worms. Warm-water
Central Illinois Fishing Report – February 7th, 2014
Site Staff
February 6, 2014
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 Cuffs & Collars – February 7th, 2014
Site Staff
February 6, 2014
Region I A District 7 CPO responded to a citizen complaint in reference to deer hunters using ATVs to drive and shoot deer. A deer hunting group was located gathered around an ATV and untagged
Illinois Calendar of Events – February 7th, 2014
Site Staff
February 6, 2014
Banquets/Fundraisers Feb. 8: Cold Water Creek WTU Banquet, 5 p.m., Prairie Lodge, Port Bryon. For more info call Cindy Jackson, 309-373-1154. Feb. 8: JoDaviess County Longbeards Banquet, Galena Convention Center. For more info call Carla
Senate passes farm bill
Site Staff
February 4, 2014
Most conservation groups support the pending new law
