In this episode the IL Learn to Hunt crew go over what turkey hunting gear they have used over the years. What gear they continue to use and what gear was not necessary and left in the truck. Come hear about what gear you might want to get you started in turkey hunting! IL Learn to Hunt Links: https://linktr.ee/learntohuntil IRAP: https://dnr.illinois.gov/conservation... Trout Fishinghttps://www.ifishillinois.org/program...  ..read more

YOU STILL HAVE A CHANCE TO HUNT THIS SPRING!!! The LtH team cover six different options to hunt turkey this spring if you missed out on the fall lottery. We also go over the turkey season forecast for the season, which looks pretty good! Links mentioned: Luke's article: https://outdoor.wildlifeillinois.org/... IRAP: https://dnr.illinois.gov/conservation... IDNR Turkey page: https://dnr.illinois.gov/hunting/turk... IL Hunting Digest: https://dnr.illinois.gov/content/dam/... IL Learn to Hunt Links: https://linktr.ee/learntohuntil The University of Illinois' Illinois Lear ..read more

Our breakdown of the National Deer Association's 2024 Deer Report highlighting the harvest trends for states with the most bucks/does harvested and age classes. See what the current state of whitetail is across the country. Find the whole report here: https://deerassociation.com/2024-deer-report/ IL Learn to Hunt Links: https://linktr.ee/learntohuntil The University of Illinois' Illinois Learn to Hunt program provides FREE educational content, training webinars, and workshops to teach ADULT participants how to hunt deer, turkey, squirrels, pheasants, ducks, geese and other game. The Hunti ..read more

With deer season coming to an end soon and turkey season still several months out, the Learn to Hunt team goes over all the other outdoor activities you can try this winter. Check out squirrel hunting, perch fishing, coyote and raccoon hunting, beaver trapping, Canadian geese and snow goose hunting, and finally shed hunting this winter. Reach out if you have any questions on how to get started! Don't get cabin fever this winter! Links for IL Learn to Hunt: IL Learn to Hunt Links: https://linktr.ee/learntohuntil The University of Illinois' Illinois Learn to Hunt program provides FREE educa ..read more

In this episode the LtH staff go over some helpful deer facts that could help you while you are hunting. Curtis covers how deer use agricultural landscapes, Jason goes over how and what deer can see, then Dan covers the differences on how does and bucks use high risk food sources. All of these studies can help you in site selection and how you operate in the field.  Links for IL Learn to Hunt: IL Learn to Hunt Links: https://linktr.ee/learntohuntil The University of Illinois' Illinois Learn to Hunt program provides FREE educational content, training webinars, and workshops to teach ADULT ..read more

In this episode the LtH staff go over season reminders for Turkey, Deer, Upland, and Waterfowl. They then go over their personal experiences so far this year. Dan's wife spots a buck and makes a great shot. After Halloween success, Jason finds himself catching pufferfish during first firearms season. Curtis had a bow mishap but make up for it with a muzzleloader. Reed executes over the long holiday weekend that gave him a break from his busy school schedule. Links for IL Learn to Hunt: IL Learn to Hunt Links: https://linktr.ee/learntohuntil The University of Illinois' Illinois Learn to Hu ..read more

In this episode the LtH staff sit down with Illinois Department of Natural Resources' Hunter Heritage Program Manager Phil Borsdorf to talk about his program and deer rut hunting strategies. We talk about our favorite rut hunting strategies as well as what day we "Have To" hunt each year. Links for IL Learn to Hunt: IL Learn to Hunt Links: https://linktr.ee/learntohuntil The University of Illinois' Illinois Learn to Hunt program provides FREE educational content, training webinars, and workshops to teach ADULT participants how to hunt deer, turkey, squirrels, pheasants, ducks, geese and other ..read more

After 25 years, here is what we know about the Rompola Buck. With interviews from Chuck Nease (CSS Archery and creator of the bow Mitch used to shoot the deer), the Mitch Rompola Fan Club Facebook Page Administrators, and a new look at some disputed photos. Links for IL Learn to Hunt: IL Learn to Hunt Links: https://linktr.ee/learntohuntil The University of Illinois' Illinois Learn to Hunt program provides FREE educational content, training webinars, and workshops to teach ADULT participants how to hunt deer, turkey, squirrels, pheasants, ducks, geese and other game. The Hunting Illinois ..read more

Don't sleep on this falls hunting season because it is mid-July! In this episode, LtH sit down and go over all the things you need to do now if you want to hunt this fall. Don't procrastinate and follow the links below to find all the applications mentioned in this episode. Good luck if you apply to a lottery! IDNR Press Release about Waterfowl Blind Drawings: https://dnr.illinois.gov/press-releas... Public Duck and Goose Application Information: https://dnr.illinois.gov/hunting/wate... Free Upland Game Permit: https://dnr.illinois.gov/content/dam/... Dove Permit One Stop: https://dnr.illinois ..read more

On this Episode of Hunting Illinois, Dan and Curtis go over a bunch of upcoming events going on this summer across the state. Check it out if you are looking for something to do! Links mentioned: Deer firearm Lottery: https://dnr.illinois.gov/hunting/deer... Dove Lottery: https://dnr.illinois.gov/hunting/dove... FTA Trapper Rendezvous: https://www.furtakersofamerica.com/re... Wing Shooting Clinics: https://dnr.illinois.gov/recreation/w... Deer and Beer Fest 2023: https://deerandbeerfest.com/ Links for IL Learn to Hunt: IL Learn to Hunt Links: https://linktr.ee/learntohuntil The University ..read more