Fishing
‘Odd’ crappies in state have cover blown
Shelbyville, Ill. — Questions about mysterious crappies in a handful of Illinois lakes began swirling in March. “Actually, a few guys caught some in the fall over at Clinton and down at Sangchris,” said Ted
Assembly passes microstamping bill; others fizzle
Albany — The state Assembly passed two anti-gun bills May 12, but the news seemed more about the gun bills that the Democrat-controlled house didn’t pass. By an 80-52 vote, the Assembly passed a controversial
Agreement keeps state parks open over holiday weekend
Albany (AP) – An agreement between Gov. David Paterson and state lawmakers kept all 178 state parks open for the Memorial Day weekend. “The Legislature has made the tough choices to my satisfaction that will
Urban Fishing Program survives budget knives
Springfield – Despite budget concerns that could have sunk one of its more popular programs,_DNR will again be offering its Urban Fishing Program. Included are free fishing clinics at more than 30 locations throughout the
Cuts will include all agencies
Springfield — What will DNR sacrifice? Hunters and anglers who in March began paying more for permits are anxiously watching the state capital as Gov. Pat Quinn determines how much each state agency will be
Mixed results from 2010 turkey season
Madison – The number of turkeys killed during the 2010 spring season varied greatly from one part of the state to another, according to reports from registration stations and from several DNR biologists. The harvest
DEC: Changes in deer regs not 2010 plan
Albany – It’s a virtual certainty there will be no major changes in New York’s deer hunting regulations and seasons this fall. While rumors swirled of potential changes, DEC officials said last month that there
Governor grants open season on feral hogs
Lansing – Licensed hunters in Michigan now can legally shoot wild feral hogs on public land – and on private property without a license – thanks to legislation signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm. The governor
Perch research could help reservoirs
Bowling Green, Ohio – The ongoing efforts to recruit new anglers are proving successful, according to the latest surveys. Ohio has a plethora of water sources offering a diverse group of fishing waters to keep
