Outdoors: Hunting & Fishing

Try fishing Hotwater Lakes when winter hits

There is one thing virtually every area angler believes - the Illinois winter is way too long. And...

Pheasants still popular among Illinois hunters

With all the exciting hunting opportunities that now exist within the Illinois, few provide the heart-stoppin...

Muzzleloader hunt begins soon

Nov. 30 marks the start of yet another of Illinois' many special deer seasons. This season, however...

Fall turkey harvest down again - Does it really mean anything?

It has been another disappointing season for Illinois fall firearm turkey hunters. And, some hunters...

Illinois hunters are blessed with plenty of rabbit hunting options

Illinois hunters are blessed with plenty of rabbit hunting opportunities. Though some of the better...

Stage set for big firearm deer hunt

Area deer hunters are sighting-in shotguns, gathering hunting gear and anxiously preparing for the...

Crab Orchard Lake has fabulous crappie

Every once-in-awhile, I’ll recall one of my more memorable fishing trips. And, this particular...

Mating time is here, don’t veer for deer

SPRINGFIELD – Autumn brings shorter days, cooler temperatures and a new set of driving habits...

River Rat Catfish Classic huge success, area trio captures tourney title

GRAFTON - The fourth annual River River Rat Catfish Classic attracted a good amount of competitors...

Early start to fall fishing action

Though the official arrival of autumn shows a slightly cooler change in weather trends, more anglers...

Youth to pursue deer next weekend

Illinois youths will be heading afield next weekend (Oct. 7 thru 9) for the annual Illinois Youth...

New law results in changes in Illinois bobcat hunting and trapping season

SPRINGFIELD – A new state law will allow hunters and trappers to harvest up to 350 bobcats during...

Trout sites gearing up for opener

PLAINVIEW - Site personnel at Macoupin County's Beaver Dam State Park are preparing for what will...

Celebrating the outdoor sports on National Hunting and Fishing Days

The special day honoring anglers, hunters and other folks who enjoy the outdoors is nearly upon us....

IDNR Newsbits - September 2017

Resident Archery Deer Permits : Resident combination and antlerless-only archery deer permits...

Illinois fall trout season opens Oct. 21

SPRINGFIELD – The 2017 Illinois Fall Trout Fishing Season will open on Saturday, Oct. 21...

New state law allows all hunters in Illinois to use crossbows during archery seasons

SPRINGFIELD – Hunters in Illinois may use crossbows during archery hunting seasons, including...

Fall crappie bite already underway

While most area sportsmen are busy preparing to pursue deer, waterfowl or upland game, a handful...

Prepare now for fall turkey hunt

Most any successful turkey hunter will admit that fall hunting includes a combination of outdoor...

Illinois Youth Firearm Deer Hunt is October 7-9

SPRINGFIELD – The 2017 Illinois Youth Firearm Deer Hunt is Oct. 7-9 for those hunters with...

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