Once known for its white and smallmouth bass fisheries, central Illinois’ Powerton Lake has become a catfish mecca for anglers chasing trophy channels, flatheads and blues. (August 2008) ... [+] Full Article

When coho salmon smolts were released into Lake Michigan tributaries in 1966, their fate was unknown. A year and a half later thousands returned, and Illinois’ salmon fishery was on its way. (July 2008) ... [+] Full Article

Illinois bluegill addicts don’t have to travel very far to lock horns with this little battler. We have pinpointed a few spots for you. (May 2008) ... [+] Full Article

From opening day till the first freeze, these are the best walleye waters in the Land of Lincoln. (May 2008) ... [+] Full Article

Illinois is home to some double-digit largemouths, but the big 'uns don't come along easily or frequently. (April 2008) ... [+] Full Article

For good family fun, you'll find it hard to beat these Illinois crappie waters. (April 2008) ... [+] Full Article

The opportunity to tangle with a largemouth bass is no more than an hour’s drive no matter where you live in the Prairie State. (March 2008). ... [+] Full Article

Wherever you live in Illinois, there’s a great fishing hole nearby. Here’s a full year of fishing trips sure to satisfy even the most avid angler.(February 2008). ... [+] Full Article

These are close to home, public waters that can provide a day’s enjoyment while putting a platter of crispy crappie fillets on your table.(February 2008). ... [+] Full Article

Load ‘em up and head ‘em out for the best ice-fishing you’ll find this winter in the Prairie State.(January 2008). ... [+] Full Article

Sure, it's easy to mosey on down to the pond to catch some fiddlers. But this year, why don't you do yourself a favor by trying the best channel catfishing our state has to offer on these waters? (June 2007) ... [+] Full Article

If you are looking for a place to take your clan for fishing and fun this summer, head for one of these waters. (June 2007) ... [+] Full Article

Illinois has more than 100 public hunting locations with well-managed sunflower fields or other food sources specifically targeted to attract mourning doves. ... [+] Full Article

North, Central or South: The stage is set for a phenomenal bowhunting season in the prairie state. ... [+] Full Article

Ryan Venhaus shot a 29-point monster non-typical buck that scored a whopping 224 6/8 inches. He just wishes his late father could have seen it. (August 2008) ... [+] Full Article

Forty years ago, there were no wild turkeys in Illinois. Thanks to an aggressive restocking program, the once-native birds are found in every county. (March 2008). ... [+] Full Article

Warm-weather tactics that accounted for many of those young-bird kills in the fall now need to be tweaked to suit the cold-weather conditions of midwinter.(January 2008). ... [+] Full Article

With memories that drum up flashbacks to days of skies filled with geese, the story today in southern Illinois waterfowl hunting is ducks! Lots and lots of ducks! (December 2007) ... [+] Full Article

If you find yourself with an unfilled tag and the season dwindling to a close, don't worry. Excellent deer-hunting opportunities stretch in all directions for the late season. (December 2007) ... [+] Full Article

Mother Nature threw Illinois deer hunters a curve early last season, lowering the deer harvest slightly from 2005. However, this season is on track toward another remarkable deer harvest. Here's where you'll find 'em! (November 2007) ... [+] Full Article

While hunters chase ringnecks this season amid declines in the birds' numbers, public and private initiatives promise help for the Prairie State's pheasant populations. (November 2007) ... [+] Full Article

The counties producing the most big-racked whitetails in our state have changed in recent years. Make sure you aren't hunting in the past this season. (October 2007) ... [+] Full Article

If you think hunting turkeys in the spring is a challenge, you should try the fall season! (October 2007) ... [+] Full Article

After crunching the numbers, we find that not only did our state’s archery deer hunters enjoy a good season last year, but 2007 looks like it could be even better! Here’s the scoop on where you bowhunt. (September 2007) ... [+] Full Article