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Sage/Redington/Rio offer 8-wt Fly Fishing Outfit for Trout Unlimited Fundraiser

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 19:00:21 -0400

Bainbridge Island, Washington - The top names in Fly Fishing have joined forces together to put togther a world-class fly fishing outfit as a fundraiser for Trout Unlimited-Alaska to help with their efforts protecting the Bristol Bay watershed.

Lake Michigan Serves Up a Great Menu

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 14:13:02 -0500

I have been lax with my dedication to Midwest ice fishing.

My preoccupation with other issues has taken precedence over this facet of sport fishing. But I managed to make up for it when I joined Babe Winkelman, Spence Petros, Mike Seeling and guide Eric Haataja on the shores of Lake Michigan.

Cabin Fever Runs Rampant Again

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 14:58:29 -0500

My wife suggested I go to the doctor and get checked out. I suggested she go shopping and keep herself occupied and stop making recommendations as to what I should be doing.

I had just finished scouring the basement shelves for the umpteenth time, hoping to find a particular spinning reel I had put away. After 20 minutes I decided it was an exercise in futility.

Sarley: Petros Offers his Expertise in Classes

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 17:52:22 -0500

Most fisherman probably have heard of Ted Takasaki.

Takasaki, a local boy who emigrated to Brainerd, Minn., is one of the all-time greats in the world of walleye fishing. He began his tournament fishing career by teaming up with John Campbell, another local. They tore up the Masters Walleye Circuit, then split up and entered the Professional Walleye Trail and the FLW Walleye Tour. Both Campbell and Takasaki are in the listings of all-time top money winners.

Hook, Line & Sinker: IHSA Fishing Tourney an Easy Hook

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 12:51:26 -0500

Feb. 14--Illinois this week became the first state in the nation to recognize fishing as an official sport at the high school level, according to organizers of the program.

The Illinois High School Association voted unanimously to sanction a state bass fishing championship in the spring of 2009. Efforts have been launched to secure sponsors, said Terry Brown of the Bloomington-based , a main advocate of the move.

Marlin World - Sportfishing Magazine Launched

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 18:45:04 -0500

It is with great pleasure and excitement that I have the opportunity to present the inaugural issue of MARLIN WORLD.

LINK TO MAGAZINE: http://viewer.zmags.com/showmag.php?mid=pgptf

1. Click anywhere on the screen to ZOOM in and read.

Outdoorsman Exchange - Trading Chases

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 13:21:04 -0500

The idea for Outdoorsman Exchange came about in an instant, but in a way it was sometime in the making – we just didn’t realize it at the time.

For years my husband, Paul, has wanted to go on an elk hunt. I’ve encouraged him many times. He and his brothers talk how they should all go elk hunting out west with their Dad before age took its toll on him. Pursuit of that dream sounded good but there was always the financial reality check that held my husband back. He couldn’t justify spending money on a guided hunting trip and felt a guided trip was the only way to go for a successful hunt. This voice inside kept telling him - we need to save money for more sensible things like kids braces, college funds, etc. Most everyone can relate to these thoughts, unless you’re an heir to a fortune.

Whitetail Properties TV and Barna Log Homes

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 15:30:23 -0500

Pittsfield, Illinois—There is something special about hunters gathering in a log cabin at the end of a hunt. Log cabins are an icon of hunting that serve to remind us of the rich traditions renewed with each season. To own a hunting "shack," that is anything but a shack, is more special when it is highly functional for the hardcore hunter.

Chicago-area Shooting Range Offers Residents a Chance to Take 'First Shots

Sat, 13 Oct 2007 12:55:18 -0400

LYONS, Ill. -- Midwest Sporting Goods in Lyons, in partnership with the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), is offering area residents two free introductions to handgun ownership, safety and shooting.

Illinois Liberalizes Crossbow Regulations

Mon, 10 Sep 2007 11:14:36 -0400

On August 21, Illinois Governor, Rod R. Blagojevich approved legislation amending the Illinois Wildlife Code to permit the use of a crossbows by hunters age 62 and over during the state's open firearms, bow, and muzzleloader seasons. Prior to this amendment, only hunters who qualified for a handicap permit could hunt with a crossbow.

Defending Champions Lambert, Metzger Headline Exciting Field at AVP Crocs Tour McDonald's Chicago Open Presented by Nautica

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 10:04:18 -0400

McPeak, Tom, Jordan and Davis among the top female players heading to shores of Lake Michigan Aug. 2-5 - finals will be shown live on NBC. Mike Lambert and Stein Metzger, winners of three tournaments already this season on the AVP Crocs Tour, will go for a fourth when they visit the beaches of Lake Michigan.

IDNR Accepting Campsite Reservations for the Upcoming 2007 Camping Season

Wed, 03 Jan 2007 15:54:16 -0500

Reservations by mail accepted beginning January 2

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Reservations for the 2007 camping season for Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) campsites, cabins, group campsites and picnic shelters may be made by mail beginning Jan. 2, 2007 and in person or over the phone beginning Feb. 1, 2007.

Four Individuals to be Inducted into Illinois Outdoor Hall of Fame

Wed, 03 Jan 2007 15:52:57 -0500

Four Individuals to be Inducted into Illinois Outdoor Hall of Fame;
Tickets Now Available for February 3rd Banquet

Annual banquet to also honor recipients of ICF Conservation Youth Achievement Scholarships

IDNR Commends USDA for Amending VHS Fish Order

Fri, 17 Nov 2006 16:03:21 -0500

Amended order now allows for interstate movement of VHS-susceptible live species of fish under certain conditions

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Acting Director Sam Flood today applauded the actions of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for reconsidering a comprehensive ban on live import/exports of certain fish species throughout the Great Lakes region to control the spread of Viral Hemorrhagic Septicemia (VHS).

Illinois Icemen Take Championship

Fri, 23 Dec 2005 01:08:22 -0500

ALEXANDRIA, MN—Illinois icemen Mike McNett and Tony Boshold claimed top honors at the fifth-annual North American Ice Fishing Championships Dec. 17-18 on Lake Mary.
Seventy-five of the planet's top ice fishing teams battled for a $20,000 first-place payout and bragging rights for the coming year.