Illinois Outdoors

  • Little Creeks, Giant Fish! Steelhead Alley Secrets

    March 30, 2025
    Dave Barus
    Little Creeks, Giant Fish! Steelhead Alley Secrets
    Steelhead Alley in Chautauqua County, NY offers 5 streams with tributaries off each of these for steelhead angler choices. The streams rise and fall – low water moves the fish back to the lake, rainfall brings them back in. Multiple priods of “great fishing” occur. By Forrest Fisher The southern shoreline of ...
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  • When EAGLES SOAR – they can make Long Distance Friends

    March 29, 2025
    Dave Barus
    When EAGLES SOAR - they can make Long Distance Friends
    Mature bald eagles are numerous across the USA today. There are reaosns why. Nature is as nature is, sometimes ruthless and uncaring. Volunteers and trained staff can help balance the imbalance when it happens. Read the story.  By Forrest Fisher No, not rock, paper, scissors! This was a serious story that ended well. ...
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  • “Be Bear Aware” – Pamphlet offered by National Bowhunter Education Foundation

    January 2, 2025
    Dave Barus
    “Be Bear Aware” - Pamphlet offered by National Bowhunter Education Foundation
    There is increased bear activity in many areas across the USA. Learn how to “Be aware.” Negative outcomes can result when a bear is caught off guard. Be safe, learn how to make your presence known when hiking or hunting in bear country.  By Kim Emery At the 2025 Archery Trade Association (ATA) ...
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  • Armed Protection – Made in America

    December 28, 2024
    Zach Smith
    Armed Protection - Made in America
    The character of New England’s rich tradition for all-American-made guns is distinguished by the Charter Arms Company. The “Undercover Lite” is a 12-ounce revolver model in .38 special caliber that has become a highlight for ladies that need protection. The Charter Arms Company mission: craft reliable, affordable revolvers for concealed carry customers, ...
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