Multi-species fisherman’s delight: the crankbait conundrum
Site Staff
February 5, 2016
Lipless or deep-diving, jointed or rattling, one things for sure in the crankbait world: color changes
Illinois
Deer harvest up, big changes looming
Site Staff
February 4, 2016
If you ask the state’s deer hunters, DNR Director Wayne Rosenthal heads into his second year on the job with a single assignment.
Illinois Cuffs & Collars – February 5th, 2016
Site Staff
February 4, 2016
Region I – Capt. Laura Petreikis During the first firearms deer season, CPO Jones cited a Tinley Park man and a La Grange man for possession of another’s deer permit. A 5-point buck was seized
Northern Illinois Fishing Report – February 5th, 2016
Site Staff
February 4, 2016
Lake Michigan: The harbors have some ice but caution should be used if you head out. Most fishermen have been fishing from the docks instead of walking out. There have been very few reports of
Southern Illinois Fishing Report – February 5th, 2016
Site Staff
February 4, 2016
Note: Flooding and high water on lakes that were producing quality fishing before Christmas have suffered from the high water. Also, many roadways were dangerous due to flooding. Take precautions. Crab Orchard Lake: Bass action
Central Illinois Fishing Report – February 5th, 2016
Site Staff
February 4, 2016
Newton Lake: Bluegills are fair to good on waxworms. Catfish are hitting waxworms in 8-12 foot of water. Crappies are fair in 8-12 feet of water. Bass have been caught on plastic worms and spinners.
Illinois Rivers Fishing Report – February 5th, 2016
Site Staff
February 4, 2016
Fox River: Water remains high. Bass, especially smallmouths, are hanging in shallow areas where there is open water. Look for them in some of the warm-water discharges found along the river. Minnows work well with
Illinois Calendar of Events – February 5th, 2016
Site Staff
February 4, 2016
Banquets/Fundraisers Feb. 6: Heart of Illinois WTU Banquet, 5 p.m., Peoria Civic Center. For more inf call Bill David, 309-389-3021. Feb. 6: Shoal Creek WTU Banquet, 5 p.m., KC Hall, Highland. For more info call
Ice formula: When should I set my hook for walleyes?
Site Staff
January 30, 2016
When fish strike, timing your hookset can determine whether or not sportfish emerge from your ice hole.
