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Mike Riggle sets example for legislators, DNR by putting resource first
Riggle calls for a Nov. 30 emergency closure to 2018 Zone A ruffed grouse season.

DNR releases proposal to restrict doe harvest in five counties during archery season
The DNR estimates the new restriction will reduce doe harvest by 25 to 30 percent.

Hearing unusual wetlands sounds? Maybe it’s a hidden bittern
These common though elusive wading birds intrigue birders and lakeshore owners around the country during the heart of summer.

During tough fishing bite, stay determined, persistent
The smart, successful pro anglers know you don’t automatically default to a finesse presentation when a negative bite occurs.

Patience, persistence and other life lessons learned picking berries
Writer’s brood learns their lessons well.

How paddlers, anglers can coexist on same waterway
Users of a shared stream need to have understanding, consideration and good manners to ensure that everyone has a good day on the water.

Another state record fish for Illinois?
Whitefish will be the fourth state record fish caught in 2018.

Water levels and the adverse effect on fishing
We have had a very wet spring and start to our summer. This, in turn, caused many lakes and rivers to overflow. In neighboring states this trend has continued throughout the summer and has caused

Ohioan Budzik appointed to important federal panel
Will advise Trump administration on outdoor issues.