Illinois


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An Illinois fisherman got the surprise of his life when he pulled a loaded handgun from the Hennepin Canal on…»

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Here’s what Illinois’ gobbler-getters can expect as they go afield this year in the 2012 Illinois Turkey Forecast.

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Just two months after the 50-year-old state record was broken, another Illinois record walleye has been caught.

Bluegills remain active throughout the winter. A colorful ice jig and a box of waxworms are all it takes to collect a tasty dinner.  Photo by Jerry Pabst.

The following “Fishing Calendar” details some — but surely not all — of the optimal times and places to pursue the various piscatorial species.

Ray Simms, of Simms Outdoors, uses their custom-made spinnerbaits to score big bass on Lake Kinkaid.  Photo courtesy of Colby Simms.

When great bass fishing destinations are discussed, the Prairie State is almost never mentioned. Texas and Florida get the bulk…»

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A 15-year-old angler has taken down an Illinois’ gamefish record that’s stood for 50 years. Rockford, Ill., native Nick Tassoni,…»

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Firearms instructor Heath King of Bass Pro Shops’ main store in Springfield isn’t the kind of person who thinks outside…»

New gear made for women helped author Becky Lou Lacock take this tom. She hunted with Joe Coogan of Benelli. Photo courtesy of Becky Lou Lacock.

Camo cut for women was once as rare as hens’ teeth. Now options abound for women hunters. Here are one huntress’ favorites.

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You have to change your tune when hunting educated coyotes that have heard it all.

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Ever look at a pheasant’s ears? Not the feathery ears on the top of their heads, but the ears they…»