Ignorance of state’s deer tagging law is no excuse
Keri Butt
March 13, 2015
Take the time to learn the hunting regulations before taking to the field.
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Buck mount brings back memories of the successful hunt
Tyler Frantz
March 10, 2015
Observing the mount takes him back to the field where he first saw the buck.
Birder’s delight: the top 5 signs of spring
Site Staff
March 9, 2015
Forget the American robin, which increasingly winters in more northerly climes. From herons to amorous hawks, this bird activity means winter is in its final throes.
Increasing your odds of finding shed antlers
Site Staff
March 6, 2015
More and more people look for shed deer antlers every year.
Rauner’s state budget includes DNR cut
Site Staff
March 5, 2015
DNR stands to lose $6 million under Gov. Bruce Rauner’s budget proposal – a cut that could cause the agency to consider pulling back on some programs.
Rifles, silencers proposed in Legislature
Site Staff
March 5, 2015
Two separate pieces of legislation that each would change the way hunters hunt have drawn very different responses from the state’s hunting community.
Southern Illinois hunter downs ‘outfitted’ goose
Site Staff
March 5, 2015
What began as a simple snow goose hunt quickly turned into a geography lesson and a reminder of the extent that waterfowl species “get around.”
Northern Illinois Fishing Report- March 6th, 2015
Site Staff
March 5, 2015
Lake Michigan: The harbors are all ice covered, and there have been reports of keeper perch being caught. There is a lot of sorting being done, but if you stick at it you will find
Southern Illinois Fishing Report – March 6th, 2015
Site Staff
March 5, 2015
Lake of Egypt: Crappies are biting in shallows on minnows and tipped jigs. Bass biting good on spinnerbaits and jigs or soft rubbers. A few catfish are taking nightcrawlers and dough bait. Crab Orchard Lake:
