Illinois
Bowhunter survey indicates growing bobcat population in Illinois
Site Staff
August 18, 2013
A DNR survey of bowhunters in the state reveals that the number of bobcats spotted during archery deer hunts has boomed over the past decade.
There’s more than one squirrel in the forest
Site Staff
August 16, 2013
The annual hickory nut cutting phase is on a normal schedule this year, having ramped up from a good start to a full-fledged frenzy around August 10
Illinois Fishing Reports for Rivers – August 9th, 2013
Site Staff
August 8, 2013
Illinois River: The river is running at good levels. The walleye and sauger bite has really slowed down. Pulling three-way rigs allows you to cover a variety of water and will help key in on
Illinois Cuffs & Collars – August 9th, 2013
Site Staff
August 8, 2013
Region I A District 1 CPO was conducting fishing license compliance checks on Department Lands when she observed three women fishing near a boat launch.When the CPO approached and asked if they had caught anything
Illinois Calendar of Events – August 9th, 2013
Site Staff
August 8, 2013
Banquets/Fundraisers Aug. 9: Windy City NWTF Banquet, Erie Street Cafe’, Chicago. For more info call Matthew Dunn, 773-294-6851. Aug. 10: Brown Co. Boss Gobblers NWTF Banquet, Knights of columbus Hall, Sterling. For more info call
Northern Illinois Fishing Report – August 9th, 2013
Site Staff
August 8, 2013
Chain: The fishing has really picked up for all species. The best bite has been early morning. The bass have moved up into the slop and are very active attacking scum frogs and other weedless
Crossbow hunt will look very familiar
Site Staff
August 8, 2013
Crossbows are no longer in the crosshairs. Or so it seems on the one-year anniversary of the bill signing that opened hunting to anyone who wanted to give crossbows a try.
Southern Illinois Fishing Report – August 9th, 2013
Site Staff
August 8, 2013
Crab Orchard Lake: Crappies are steady. Fish are being found at depths beginning at about eight feet. Minnows and jigs are both effective. Bluegill are being caught in good numbers on wax worms and crickets.
