Fishing Videos
Illinois Outdoor News Fishing & Hunting Report – Nov. 15, 2019
The fishing and hunting report is compiled using reports from conservation officers, hunting guides and fishing guides. North Chain: The bass will begin to feed with the dropping water temps. The fish are relating to the green weeds, and search…
Fall testing: Asian carp DNA spikes in Chicago River
Wildlife agencies are stepping up waterway testing efforts following a spike in invasive Asian carp DNA detections in the Chicago River about five miles from Lake Michigan. Read the entire story here.
Illinois Outdoor News Fishing & Hunting Report – Nov. 1, 2019
The fishing and hunting report is compiled using reports from conservation officers, hunting guides, and fishing guides. North Chain: The walleye action is hot with the cooler weather. Reports show good catches in the river channels and mouths of the…
Illinois Outdoor News Fishing & Hunting Report – Oct. 18, 2019
The fishing and hunting report is compiled using reports from conservation officers, hunting guides and fishing guides. Editor’s note: High water has continued to affect many of the state’s rivers and a few of its lakes. Reports from anglers have…
Illinois Outdoor News Fishing & Hunting Report – Oct. 4, 2019
The fishing and hunting report is compiled using reports from conservation officers, hunting guides and fishing guides. North Chain: Walleyes are good in current areas such as bottlenecks of the bridges, most being caught on fatheads or nightcrawlers. White bass…
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.
Illinois Outdoor News Fishing & Hunting Report – Sept. 6, 2019
The fishing and hunting report is compiled using reports from conservation officers, hunting guides and fishing guides. North Chain: White and yellow bass are hitting Mepps spinners, pinkie jigs or live bait. Pike are being caught around creek mouths. Muskies…
Angling Buzz: Cracking the fishing rod code [video]
Making sure you’re geared up with the right rod for the presentation can make a huge difference in how you perform on the water. The folks at Angling Buzz share a quick hack that can help less-experienced anglers find the…
Illinois Outdoor News Fishing & Hunting Report – Aug. 23, 2019
The fishing and hunting report is compiled using reports from conservation officers, hunting guides and fishing guides. North Lake Michigan: The trout and salmon bite has dropped off a bit with the fish pushing out a little deeper. The boats…
Angling Buzz: Choosing crankbait colors – day vs. night [video]
When it comes to crankbait colors, the difference between daytime and nighttime selections can be as different as, well, day and night. The folks at Angling Buzz explain. One tip: Be ready to have a plethora of colors on hand.
