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Bullfrog hunting season is upon us

One of my favorite fishing seasons is upon us. What better way to spend a hot, humid, southern Illinois evening than pursuing the Rana catesbeiana – also known as the bullfrog to us common folk.

Rabbits, Turkeys, and Dads

Helping my son and daughter achieve “firsts” as they were growing up was one of the biggest joys of parenting, and it happened regularly. But this spring I got the rare chance to help my

Bedding bass: To Catch Them Or Leave Them?

This is a bit of a controversial topic, but I am not bringing it up to cause any waves. Of course it is not like the gun control issue or the stance on many other

Why Do You Hunt?

Recently, while filling out an application, I was asked if I had received any hunting awards or recognitions. My reply was: “I guess I have never won any awards per se.” At this point in

Illinois DNR Fisheries chief announces retirement

Illinois DNR Fisheries Chief Steve Pallo sent out an e-mail announcing that he will retire, effective June 30. “Leaving the Fisheries Division is one of the most difficult decisions I have ever made,” Pallo wrote.

IL: Calendar of Events Issue: 11

Banquets/Fundraisers June 4: Kaskaskia Longbeards Banquet, American Legion. For more info call Lee Lester, 217-620-8542. July 30: DeWitt Co. Longbeards Banquet, Elks Lodge. For more info call Shawn Evans, 217-521-8148. Aug. 5: Jasper Co. Wild

IL: Latest carp monitoring plan unveiled in Illinois

Chicago – Another year, another carp plan in Illinois. This time new technology is playing a role in monitoring the pesky carp. Outlining actions to track and remove Asian carp in the Upper Illinois River

IL: Cuffs and Collars Issue: 11

Region I A District 7 CPO worked a water patrol in Henderson County. The patrol was focusing on small bodies of water in conjunction with operation Warm Weather/Cold Water. The officer encountered a father and

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