Illinois’ statewide fishing report on Feb. 16, 2024
Staff Report
February 16, 2024
Ice weakening in north, open water transition across state. A look at the Illinois fishing report on Feb. 16, 2024.
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Consider the World Shooting and Recreational Complex in Illinois for your 2024 solar eclipse destination
Gretchen Steele
February 12, 2024
As the celestial event of the decade approaches, anticipation is building for the 2024 solar eclipse. Skywatchers and astronomy enthusiasts worldwide are planning their journeys to witness this rare spectacle.
Among the myriad of
Winter hiking: navigating the chills with confidence
Gretchen Steele
February 12, 2024
As I write this, our part of southern Illinois is under severe winter weather: sub-zero temps and dangerous windchills. It’s weather none of us should consider hiking in; it just isn’t prudent.
But in
Behind the scenes: Illinois DNR wildlife biologist Ross Albert has a diverse background of experience
Kaleigh Gabriel
February 12, 2024
As is the case with many working in wildlife conservation, Ross Albert credits his inspiration to his early experiences.
Albert fondly recalls memories of a childhood spent in nature chasing frogs, catching snakes, practicing
Illinois joins Midwest Walleye Challenge where anglers can win prizes, help biologists better understand fisheries
Jeremiah Haas
February 11, 2024
Each year, state natural resources and fish and wildlife agencies invest significant resources to support walleye fisheries. Locally, Iowa’s Fairport Fish Hatchery staff spend several weeks collecting broodstock (adult walleyes) on the Mississippi River for
Trumpeter swans triumphing in southern Illinois thanks to recovery efforts
Gretchen Steele
February 10, 2024
The trumpeter swans continue to make a triumphant return to southern Illinois.
The latest DNR aerial survey showed the following numbers: 394 total swans counted, 139 at Burning Star Mine, 183 at Union County
Steve Sarley: Youth attendance at sports shows is vital
Steve Sarley
February 9, 2024
It’s a pretty good time of year for me. Mixing in a little ice fishing with all the outdoors shows that are happening is what I consider to be a good time. That is, even
Beavers, muskrats and otters show signs of life in fur market
Kent Weil
February 8, 2024
Early routes run by fur buyers in Illinois have shown prices to be stable on most items. A few others are doing a bit better than expected.
Early season prices started at roughly where
Ralph Loos: Brent Manning showed impressive leadership for Illinois even when ideas did not work out
Ralph Loos
February 8, 2024
It’s time again to solicit your nominations for the Illinois Outdoor News “Person of the Year.” Each year, we ask you to submit the name of someone in the state who has made a difference
