May 3, 2021
Habitat Stamp sales produce significant funding that goes directly toward habitat restoration in Illinois. The benefits are far-reaching especially with wetland restoration.
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While working from home one morning, the author reaches for A Sand County Almanac, but his goal of beginning the day with inspirational reading is foiled. Read on to discover how Aldo Leopold’s words are still relevant today.
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In Illinois, a growing threat to humans and our furry adventure companions is lurking along those greening trails–several types of ticks. Here are some tips for identifying ticks and maximizing your safety outdoors.
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Keeping up with cutting-edge wildlife research, as well as changes in state and national wildlife-oriented programs and legislation, can be a daunting task. Here we briefly summarize some of the current, key work.
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What comes to mind when you hear “fur trapping?” Perhaps luxury coats and raccoon-tailed hats? However, the information from trapper harvest records allows biologists to address furbearer population conservation issues.
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A message from Chief Ann Holtrop
Welcome to the May 2021 edition of the online magazine OutdoorIllinois Journal, featuring timely, seasonally based stories about the Prairie State’s wildlife resources, with an expansion of content to include a broader range of subjects—including endangered and threatened species and Illinois’ unique, high-quality habitats and the people working to preserve, protect and manage these resources.
Apr 19, 2021
Got squirrels in the attic? Not to worry! We joined Stan McTaggart from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and Mark Romano, president of the Illinois Wildlife Control Operators for a Q&A on how Wildlife Control Operators can assist you.
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Curious about turkey vocalizations or the difference between male and female turkeys? Luke Garver from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources joins us for a Q&A on Wild Turkeys. Listen in to learn more.
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Want to attract wild turkeys to your property? Listen in to a Q&A on wild turkey habitat with Luke Garver from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
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