# Illinois Fishing News **URL:** https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/c/illinois-fishing-forum/illinois-fishing-news/161.md [Latest](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the Illinois Fishing News category](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/about-the-illinois-fishing-news-category/163)
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(Replace this first paragraph with a brief description of your new category. This guidance will appear in the category selection area, so try to keep it below 200 characters.) Use the following paragraphs for a longer d… --- ## [Illinois River Fly Fishing School opens additional course](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-river-fly-fishing-school-opens-additional-course/229088)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:11pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-river-fly-fishing-school-opens-additional-course/229088 "2013-12-10T12:11:19Z")
After overwhelming attendance at two fly fishing sessions already held this year, the experts at the Illinois River Fly Fishing School are hosting a third course March 30-31 at Tenkiller State Park. The course was first… --- ## [Governor Quinn Signs Laws to Make Waterways Safer for Illinois Families](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/governor-quinn-signs-laws-to-make-waterways-safer-for-illinois-families/229096)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:11pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/governor-quinn-signs-laws-to-make-waterways-safer-for-illinois-families/229096 "2013-12-10T12:11:19Z")
CHICAGO - Governor Pat Quinn today issued a stern warning to anyone who pilots a boat while under the influence of alcohol: if you’re drunk while operating a boat, you may lose your right to operate a car. Standing at Ch… --- ## [Barges Sunk Against Illinois River Marseilles Dam ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/barges-sunk-against-illinois-river-marseilles-dam/229087)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:11pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/barges-sunk-against-illinois-river-marseilles-dam/229087 "2013-12-10T12:11:19Z")
MARSEILLES, Ill. - The Coast Guard is investigating a marine casualty that occurred Thursday evening on the Illinois River at the Marseilles Dam. Marine investigators from Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit Chicago responde… --- ## [Southern Illinois University Wins College Fishing Central Conference Event](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/southern-illinois-university-wins-college-fishing-central-conference-event/229094)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:11pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/southern-illinois-university-wins-college-fishing-central-conference-event/229094 "2013-12-10T12:11:19Z")
BRANSON, MO- The Southern Illinois University team of Ryan Dunn, Harrisburg, and Brandon Ringer, of Carbondale, Illinois, won the National Guard FLW College Fishing Central Conference event on Table Rock Lake Sunday with… --- ## [Illinois Watercraft Registration Available by Phone or Online ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-watercraft-registration-available-by-phone-or-online/229086)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:11pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-watercraft-registration-available-by-phone-or-online/229086 "2013-12-10T12:11:19Z")
Renew Watercraft Registration by Phone or Online: Watercraft owners in Illinois are reminded that IDNR is no longer mailing watercraft registration renewal notices. Watercraft owners can renew their watercraft registrati… --- ## [Muskies to be stocked in Eagle Creek Reservoir ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/muskies-to-be-stocked-in-eagle-creek-reservoir/229091)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:11pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/muskies-to-be-stocked-in-eagle-creek-reservoir/229091 "2013-12-10T12:11:19Z")
Anglers will soon have the opportunity to pursue muskellunge at Eagle Creek Reservoir in Indianapolis. The Indiana Department of Natural Resources will introduce muskellunge, commonly called muskies, to the 1,350-acre r… --- ## [Mississippi River to Test College Anglers ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/mississippi-river-to-test-college-anglers/229097)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:11pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/mississippi-river-to-test-college-anglers/229097 "2013-12-10T12:11:19Z")
LA CROSSE, WI – Final exams are over for the year, and now the skills of college anglers will be tested on the upper Mississippi River. That test is this week at the Carhartt Bassmaster College Series Midwest Super Regio… --- ## [Illinois Conservation Police confiscate shark fin from Chicago restaurant ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-conservation-police-confiscate-shark-fin-from-chicago-restaurant/229093)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:11pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-conservation-police-confiscate-shark-fin-from-chicago-restaurant/229093 "2013-12-10T12:11:19Z")
CHICAGO - Illinois Department of Natural Resources Conservation Police have issued the first citation under a new state law that took effect January 1, 2013 banning the sale, trade or distribution of shark fins in Illino… --- ## [Illinois CPOs Remind Boaters to Wear PFDs ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-cpos-remind-boaters-to-wear-pfds/229098)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:11pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-cpos-remind-boaters-to-wear-pfds/229098 "2013-12-10T12:11:19Z")
SPRINGFIELD, IL - Illinois Conservation Police (CPOs) are gearing up to help ensure the public’s safety on Illinois waterways throughout the year as part of the observance of National Safe Boating Week, May 18-24. As in … --- ## [Vote for Your Ultimate Fishing Town](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/vote-for-your-ultimate-fishing-town/229100)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:11pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/vote-for-your-ultimate-fishing-town/229100 "2013-12-10T12:11:19Z")
Do you live in the Ultimate Fishing Town? Your community could win a $25,000 donation or one of eight regional prizes and be featured on WFN! Vote for Your Town Now Click Here --- ## [Illinois Department of Natural Resources Urges Boaters to Use Caution at Boat Ramps Due to Low Water Levels ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-department-of-natural-resources-urges-boaters-to-use-caution-at-boat-ramps-due-to-low-water-levels/229095)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:11pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-department-of-natural-resources-urges-boaters-to-use-caution-at-boat-ramps-due-to-low-water-levels/229095 "2013-12-10T12:11:19Z")
SPRINGFIELD, IL - The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is urging boaters to use extra caution at public boat launches throughout the state due to low water levels as a result of ongoing drought conditions. … --- ## [Plano/Frabill Partners With Fishing/Outdoor Radio Show to Sponsor Illinois High Schools Fishing ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/plano-frabill-partners-with-fishing-outdoor-radio-show-to-sponsor-illinois-high-schools-fishing/229089)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:11pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/plano-frabill-partners-with-fishing-outdoor-radio-show-to-sponsor-illinois-high-schools-fishing/229089 "2013-12-10T12:11:19Z")
The Fishing and Outdoor Radio Show announced that Plano/Frabill has been named a title sponsor of their Illinois High Schools Fish Here weekly radio segment. The segment, now named Plano/Frabill Illinois High Schools Fi… --- ## [Asian Carp Monitoring and Response for Illinois Waters](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/asian-carp-monitoring-and-response-for-illinois-waters/229092)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:11pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/asian-carp-monitoring-and-response-for-illinois-waters/229092 "2013-12-10T12:11:19Z")
CHICAGO - The Asian Carp Regional Coordinating Committee (ACRCC) today released its 2013 Asian Carp Monitoring and Response Plan (MRP). Outlining a revised and aggressive set of actions to track and remove Asian carp in … --- ## [Illinois Conservation Police confiscate shark fin from Chicago restaurant ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-conservation-police-confiscate-shark-fin-from-chicago-restaurant/225240)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-conservation-police-confiscate-shark-fin-from-chicago-restaurant/225240 "2013-08-09T11:10:17Z")
CHICAGO - Illinois Department of Natural Resources Conservation Police have issued the first citation under a new state law that took effect January 1, 2013 banning the sale, trade or distribution of shark fins in Illino… --- ## [Governor Quinn Signs Laws to Make Waterways Safer for Illinois Families](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/governor-quinn-signs-laws-to-make-waterways-safer-for-illinois-families/224780)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/governor-quinn-signs-laws-to-make-waterways-safer-for-illinois-families/224780 "2013-07-28T11:10:16Z")
CHICAGO - Governor Pat Quinn today issued a stern warning to anyone who pilots a boat while under the influence of alcohol: if you’re drunk while operating a boat, you may lose your right to operate a car. Standing at Ch… --- ## [Asian Carp Monitoring and Response for Illinois Waters](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/asian-carp-monitoring-and-response-for-illinois-waters/223178)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/asian-carp-monitoring-and-response-for-illinois-waters/223178 "2013-06-19T11:10:23Z")
CHICAGO - The Asian Carp Regional Coordinating Committee (ACRCC) today released its 2013 Asian Carp Monitoring and Response Plan (MRP). Outlining a revised and aggressive set of actions to track and remove Asian carp in … --- ## [Illinois Watercraft Registration Available by Phone or Online ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-watercraft-registration-available-by-phone-or-online/222919)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-watercraft-registration-available-by-phone-or-online/222919 "2013-06-14T11:10:11Z")
Renew Watercraft Registration by Phone or Online: Watercraft owners in Illinois are reminded that IDNR is no longer mailing watercraft registration renewal notices. Watercraft owners can renew their watercraft registrati… --- ## [Illinois Fishing Fair Moved due to Flooding ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-fishing-fair-moved-due-to-flooding/222729)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-fishing-fair-moved-due-to-flooding/222729 "2013-06-11T11:10:18Z")
GRAFTON, IL - The Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair held annually at Pere Marquette State Park will be held on Saturday, June 8 at the Jersey County Fairgrounds in Jerseyville due to flooding this week at Pere Marquette. T… --- ## [Illinois Fishing Fair Moved due to Flooding ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-fishing-fair-moved-due-to-flooding/222728)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-fishing-fair-moved-due-to-flooding/222728 "2013-06-11T11:10:18Z")
GRAFTON, IL - The Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair held annually at Pere Marquette State Park will be held on Saturday, June 8 at the Jersey County Fairgrounds in Jerseyville due to flooding this week at Pere Marquette. T… --- ## [Illinois CPOs Remind Boaters to Wear PFDs ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-cpos-remind-boaters-to-wear-pfds/222165)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-cpos-remind-boaters-to-wear-pfds/222165 "2013-06-01T11:10:19Z")
SPRINGFIELD, IL - Illinois Conservation Police (CPOs) are gearing up to help ensure the public’s safety on Illinois waterways throughout the year as part of the observance of National Safe Boating Week, May 18-24. As in … --- ## [Barges Sunk Against Illinois River Marseilles Dam ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/barges-sunk-against-illinois-river-marseilles-dam/220230)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/barges-sunk-against-illinois-river-marseilles-dam/220230 "2013-04-24T11:10:16Z")
MARSEILLES, Ill. - The Coast Guard is investigating a marine casualty that occurred Thursday evening on the Illinois River at the Marseilles Dam. Marine investigators from Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit Chicago responde… --- ## [Vote for Your Ultimate Fishing Town](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/vote-for-your-ultimate-fishing-town/219936)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/vote-for-your-ultimate-fishing-town/219936 "2013-04-18T11:10:17Z")
Do you live in the Ultimate Fishing Town? Your community could win a $25,000 donation or one of eight regional prizes and be featured on WFN! Vote for Your Town Now Click Here --- ## [Plano/Frabill Partners With Fishing/Outdoor Radio Show to Sponsor Illinois High Schools Fishing ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/plano-frabill-partners-with-fishing-outdoor-radio-show-to-sponsor-illinois-high-schools-fishing/215307)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/plano-frabill-partners-with-fishing-outdoor-radio-show-to-sponsor-illinois-high-schools-fishing/215307 "2013-01-13T12:10:09Z")
The Fishing and Outdoor Radio Show announced that Plano/Frabill has been named a title sponsor of their Illinois High Schools Fish Here weekly radio segment. The segment, now named Plano/Frabill Illinois High Schools Fi… --- ## [Illinois Department of Natural Resources Urges Boaters to Use Caution at Boat Ramps Due to Low Water Levels ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-department-of-natural-resources-urges-boaters-to-use-caution-at-boat-ramps-due-to-low-water-levels/208677)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-department-of-natural-resources-urges-boaters-to-use-caution-at-boat-ramps-due-to-low-water-levels/208677 "2012-08-08T11:10:07Z")
SPRINGFIELD, IL - The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is urging boaters to use extra caution at public boat launches throughout the state due to low water levels as a result of ongoing drought conditions. … --- ## [Mississippi River to Test College Anglers ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/mississippi-river-to-test-college-anglers/204825)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2012, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/mississippi-river-to-test-college-anglers/204825 "2012-05-18T11:10:17Z")
LA CROSSE, WI – Final exams are over for the year, and now the skills of college anglers will be tested on the upper Mississippi River. That test is this week at the Carhartt Bassmaster College Series Midwest Super Regio… --- ## [Illinois River Fly Fishing School opens additional course](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-river-fly-fishing-school-opens-additional-course/201432)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2012, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/illinois-river-fly-fishing-school-opens-additional-course/201432 "2012-03-18T11:10:13Z")
After overwhelming attendance at two fly fishing sessions already held this year, the experts at the Illinois River Fly Fishing School are hosting a third course March 30-31 at Tenkiller State Park. The course was first… --- ## [Southern Illinois University Wins College Fishing Central Conference Event](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/southern-illinois-university-wins-college-fishing-central-conference-event/201258)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2012, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/southern-illinois-university-wins-college-fishing-central-conference-event/201258 "2012-03-15T11:10:22Z")
BRANSON, MO- The Southern Illinois University team of Ryan Dunn, Harrisburg, and Brandon Ringer, of Carbondale, Illinois, won the National Guard FLW College Fishing Central Conference event on Table Rock Lake Sunday with… --- ## [Muskies to be stocked in Eagle Creek Reservoir ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/muskies-to-be-stocked-in-eagle-creek-reservoir/194647)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2011, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/muskies-to-be-stocked-in-eagle-creek-reservoir/194647 "2011-10-20T11:10:22Z")
Anglers will soon have the opportunity to pursue muskellunge at Eagle Creek Reservoir in Indianapolis. The Indiana Department of Natural Resources will introduce muskellunge, commonly called muskies, to the 1,350-acre r… --- ## [IHSA Bass Fishing State Finals Postponed Due To Dangerous Water Levels](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/ihsa-bass-fishing-state-finals-postponed-due-to-dangerous-water-levels/186487)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2011, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/ihsa-bass-fishing-state-finals-postponed-due-to-dangerous-water-levels/186487 "2011-04-30T11:10:14Z")
Bloomington, IL. – The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) announced on Thursday, April 28 that the 2011 IHSA Bass Fishing State Final Tournament, scheduled for Friday and Saturday, May 6-7 at Carlyle Lake in Carlyle… [Next page](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/c/illinois-fishing-forum/illinois-fishing-news/161.md?page=1)