It’s no surprise to Illinois anglers that channel catfish are one of the state’s most popular species.
But take DNR’s word for it: Maintaining channel cat populations in some lakes can be challenging.
The fish in Wolf Lake that got the most attention this winter was not one of the northern pike, walleyes or largemouth bass ice anglers flock to the awkwardly-presented Cook County lake to (hopefully) catch.<br
A look at upcoming outdoors-related events from across Illinois published in the May 30, 2025, edition of Outdoor News.
Illinois cuffs and collars are field reports from Illinois CPOs. These reports are from the May 30, 2025, edition of Outdoor News.
Rob Erickson and Mark Ramono, certified wildlife experts with Scientific Wildlife Management, have been trapping and tracking coyotes since they were teenagers.
Recently, they volunteered to help the Illinois DNR.
“We need people
DNR is currently seeking campground hosts for the 2025 camping season for state parks, recreation areas and historic sites around Illinois.
The agency’s spring and summer camping season runs through Sept. 30. The fall
Our printing press had barely spit out the May 2 front page of Illinois Outdoor News that included a story about biologists unrolling nets and charging up electrofishing gear when a news tip came crashing
Participating children will find a catch-and-release bluegill pond, where young anglers can have their photograph taken with their catch. The popular One-Cast station ensures everyone wins a prize. And bow-fishing stations offer youth an opportunity
Reader-submitted letters to the editor published in the May 30, 2025, edition of Illinois Outdoor News.
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