Reader-submitted letters to the editor published in the Oct. 31, 2025 edition of Illinois Outdoor News.
Illinois wildlife managers have shared plans to ditch the fourth waterfowl hunting zone starting next year and return to a three-zone system.
A concern has been raised that if sonar takes hold on lakes, fishermen and fish will be negatively impacted.
Break the flock, scatter and call – that is the standard practice for most fall turkey hunters
An example of outdoor traditions being passed down is Eleven-year-old Levi Weber, who learned from his father the importance of completing chores before participating in outdoor activities.
Author's summary: Fish and fishermen may lose if sonar is used in lakes.