As the Southern Illinois coordinator of the state Department of Natural Resources Urban Fishing program, Yehling leads about 150 programs each year with groups ranging from 10 to several thousand.

Southern Illinois Fishing covers everything related to fishing in “this truly remarkable region, where my staff and I have made our living on the water,” according to Simms. But it also ...

Southern Illinois Hunting and Fishing Days kicks off Saturday, September 28 and runs through Sunday, Sept. 39.

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is offering free fishing licenses from June 13-16 in an effort to encourage people to become anglers and to introduce children to the activity.

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.