Prairie State Crappie Forecast

These are close to home, public waters that can provide a day's enjoyment while putting a

Gerald Pabst

36 Prairie State Hotspots

Wherever you live in Illinois, there's a great fishing hole nearby. Here's a full year of

Illinois Ice-Fishing Forecast 2008

Load 'em up and head 'em out for the best ice-fishing you'll find this winter in the

Lake Michigan's Super Salmonids

Our trout and salmon expert says you can expect great fishing on the big lake this year. You

36 Fantastic Illinois Fishing Trips

You need to be on high alert when it comes to fishing in our state because there could be a

Illinois' Family Fishing Getaways

If you are looking for a place to take your clan for fishing and fun this summer, head for one

Mark Fenske

The Prairie State's Hottest Crappie Waters

There are many places to catch papermouths in Illinois, but did you know there are honeyholes

Illinois' Best Bets For Ice-Fishing

This expert has drawn an analogy between pregnancy and the pitter-patter of little fins

Our Small Lakes For BIG Crappies

Most Illinois anglers head to our large reservoirs and impoundments to catch papermouths. But

Illinois Muskie Madness!

You used to have to go to the Land of Cheese for world-class muskie fishing. Not anymore,

Slammin' Lake Salmonids

Last season was a pretty good one for catching salmon and trout on the big pond, but some

Catching Crappies in the Prairie State

Springtime means it's crappie time! You can catch your share of slabs on these lakes.