But crappies do not swim alone. Lake of Egypt has long been considered one of the best bass fishing lakes in southern ...

CARBONDALE — Southern Illinois’s many waterways teem with an incredible variety of fish species, and award-winning fisherman and journalist Simms knows exactly where and how to catch them all. Simms’ ...

MARION, Ill. (WSIL) — The Southern Illinois Boat and Fishing Show is showcasing the region's connection to the art of fishing. The two-day event will be held at the Marion Pavilion on Saturday, ...

CARTERVILLE, Ill (WSIL) — From fearless leaps to crowd-pleasing splashes, man’s best friend will be the star of the show this fall at Southern Illinois Hunting & Fishing Days, hosted at John A. Logan ...

ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Mark your calendars and grab your fishing gear — the Illinois Department of Natural Resources has announced that the state’s free fishing days are coming up. The IDNR said the free ...

SPRINGFIELD — When anglers purchase an Illinois fishing license, they’re paying for more than fishing privileges for the year. They’re investing in conservation, education and economic activity all ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WMBD) — Free fishing days are coming to Illinois this month to try and influence more people to become anglers. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is lifting the ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - Illinois fishing licenses go on sale March 1 for the 2025 season, and money raised from those licenses go to support conservation efforts across the state. Illinois fishing ...