Few Illinois anglers have ever seen a bantam sunfish, and for good reason: The tiny fish has vanished from most of the state where it once lived and is mostly known from only two localities
I am occasionally asked why I rarely write about hunting. I don’t consider myself to be an expert on the sport of hunting. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy hunting and I do love the
Each fall bowhunters spend the entire day in the tree with hopes of the buck of a lifetime. While the anticipation of that event can be exhilarating, the actual time spent in the tree can
Rotomolded coolers have exploded in popularity and offerings during the past few years, from only a couple of brands to several in today’s market. At first, these coolers were reserved for die-hard hunters and anglers,
The southern Illinois reservoir continues to produce a strong crappie fishery. DNR’s 2025 survey produced 26 crappies per hour, with more than half of the catchable fish of white and black species exceeding 10 inches.
A look at upcoming outdoor-related events from across Illinois published in the Oct. 2, 2026 edition of Outdoor News.
Illinois cuffs and collars are field reports from Conservation Police Officers. These reports are from the Oct. 2, 2026 edition of Outdoor News.
Following a successful debut, B.A.S.S. announced that the Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series will continue using the same forward-facing live sonar structure introduced in 2026.
The 2027 season will again feature a split between tournaments
Competitive anglers from Illinois took Florida by storm, finishing first and second at the 2026 Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit Championship on the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes.
In all, Illinois had three anglers on the
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