It's that time of year to grab your tackle box and hit your favorite Illinois fishing hole. Do you have a fishing license yet? Or do you even need one? Let's take a look and see what the Illinois ...

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources says buying a fishing license pays for more than just fishing privileges in the ...

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has set June 13-16 as Free Fishing Days throughout the state, allowing residents to fish without having to purchase licenses or stamps. Here's what to know ...

Illinois' Free fishing days for 2024 begin Friday, according to officials. The state's annual free fishing days take place June 14-17, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources said. Residents will ...

Illinois residents looking to get out on the water can do so free of charge in numerous locations this weekend, as the state’s annual Free Fishing Days will get underway on Friday. According to 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 ...

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The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) announced details for the 2024 spring trout fishing season. The Regular Season opens Saturday, April 6 at 5:00 a.m. Anglers can keep their catch, ...

The cold weather provides a whole new set of outdoor activities, and if you find yourself looking to try out ice fishing in ...

Yes, according to the Illinois DNR. However, there are a few exemptions based on age, disability or military status. Anyone declared legally disabled or blind is allowed to fish without a license, as ...