Cool new tools for the 2019-20 ice fishing campaign
Gear for the 2019-20 ice-fishing season has a heavy slant towards larger baits, continued innovations in plastics, fly fishing or in-line reels, and even more emphasis on tungsten jigs and lures.
25 holiday gift ideas for the angler in your life
From stocking stuffers to great values and accessories to gifts for the serious angler.
The early ice fishing formula for success with 'Tackle' Terry Tuma
From minnow heads to jigging spoons, new ice activates big-time piscatorial action during the short days of early winter.
Bird dog trust: Key to upland bird hunting and waterfowling success
To create more flushes and retrieves, develop the right relationship with your four-legged hunting partner.
Opening weekend gun deer kill numbers tumble
Hunters in Illinois bagged a preliminary total of 50,173 deer, down from 58,836 in 2018.
Videos
Taking advantage of Great Lakes country grouse numbers and hunting opportunities
Rumor has it that ruffed grouse numbers aren’t bad across the upland species’ range this year, and even in down years, the author still heads afield.
Deer harvest up through first three weeks
Bowhunters are quick out of the gate this season, at least through the first three weeks.
The autumn gold that stays: Tips for catching fall walleyes
From jigs to crankbaits, unleash a greatest hits of top angling tactics to convince walleyes to fall in during the great bite of autumn.
Remaining shotgun season permits now on sale over-the counter
DNR has put firearm deer permits for the upcoming season on sale over-the-counter.
State record smallmouth bass confirmed by DNR
DNR has confirmed Illinois has a new state record for smallmouth bass. Joseph Capilupo, of LaGrange, landed the 7 pound, 3 ounce smallie late Monday night while fishing the Lake Michigan Shoreline in downtown Chicago.
Coaxing the soaked wild turkeys of autumn 2019
Finding fall birds when the weather is anything but average demands a new and improved hunting strategy.
Dramatic wild bird declines make unfortunate national headlines
A study by a joint team of conservation biologists described a steady drop of nearly 3 billion North American birds since 1970, primarily as a result of human activities.
North country woodcock hunting tactics
Chasing timberdoodles offers a great way to save face in the ruffed grouse woods.
Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame announces 2020 class of inductees
Wisconsin-based Hall of Fame and Museum will induct 10 outstanding anglers and fishing educators from around the country.
Scouting waterfowl hotspots leading up to season opener
Water, water everywhere during autumn 2019 demands precision and thorough searching for locating productive duck hunting spots.
Hunting guide who used electronic bird caller pleads guilty
An agreement calls for two years' probation, a $50,000 fine and $2,500 in restitution.
Shorter days fishing tip: Use bigger baits to target larger bluegills in the school
Bigger baits will help trigger bites among the largest and most active ’gills of late summer or early fall
'Butterfly Man' helping save monarchs, swallowtails
Last year he released 1,700 monarchs and 1,300 black swallowtails into the environment.
Study: Plenty of food to support Asian Carp in Lake Michigan, Great Lakes
A study led by University of Michigan researchers found that despite a drop-off in plankton, the tiny plants and animals on which bighead and silver carp typically feed, the lake has enough dietary options to sustain individual fish that venture away from nutrient-rich shoreline areas where most would congregate.
The little-known scoop on bird poop
There’s a method to the madness of our avian friends managing the defecations of nestlings during the summer, and the clues are surprisingly obvious to a trained eye.
Finally, public will hear suggestions for two DNR gems
After a year of study, Southern Illinois University will offer its suggestions on getting the most out of hunter and angler paradise that is the 19,700-acre Pyramid State Park and the trapshooter nirvana that is the World Shooting and Recreation Complex.
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