
DNR hires new waterfowl manager
After a full waterfowl season without a specific biologist in charge of waterfowl, DNR announced today that Randy Smith, of Havana, is the new Wetland Program Manager in the Division of Wildlife Resources.

After a full waterfowl season without a specific biologist in charge of waterfowl, DNR announced today that Randy Smith, of Havana, is the new Wetland Program Manager in the Division of Wildlife Resources.

Modern boaters will appreciate the quieter, more fuel-efficient outboard motors on the market this year. Here’s a look at some of the offerings from top manufacturers for open water 2013.

Chronic wasting disease found in a DuPage County deer represents the first CWD case there, expanding the list of Illinois counties with a positive case from 10 to 11.

DNR confirmed today that Assistant Director of DNR John Rogner is leaving the agency next month
Region I While conducting sport fishing enforcement, a CPO encountered two anglers along the Rock River in Rockton. One angler was carrying a large carp and the second angler was carrying a bucket. While speaking
Banquets/Fundraisers Jan. 19: Champaign Co. NWTF Banquet, 5 p.m., Champaign Urbana Elk, Savoy. For more info call Brad Houchens, 217-202-8312. Jan. 19: Sauk Valley WTU Banquet, 5 p.m., Moose Lodge, Sterling. For more info call

A full year after it was officially scored, the deer shot by Jason Sanders is still mistakenly referred to as “The World Record 8-point buck.”

Rather than a “fiscal cliff,” DNR late last year found itself facing a “fiscal slope” – one that took years to descend, but one that was destined to sink the agency into a deep hole

With roughly two weeks left in the archery season for deer and turkeys, bowhunters across the state are poised to match harvest totals from 2011-12.
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