Just Fishing and Stuff
Some days are like that. Nothing all that inspiring except that it's been beautiful outside. No expectations when walking out the door, just hopes to make a few casts in…
A Simple Afternoon of Fishing
The last I heard, here in the Chicago area this was the mildest winter in 75 years. You would think this would be an ideal setup for the creek fishing…
Attack of the Killer Gnats
Yes, I know they're midges. If I would have used that word instead, everyone would think this had something to do with teenage girls from the early 60s named Midge…
A Walk in the Park a Source of Revenue for the IDNR – Repost
This is the third time I'm referencing this post. The first time I put it up was August of 2011. I normally wouldn't do this, but over the weekend I…
Bald Eagles in Yorkville
Photo Courtesy of Larry Granat. Bald Eagle near Yorkville, Illinois. I was out on my front porch today enjoying a leisurely smoke of a cheap cigar. I enjoy watching the…
My Stinky River – Wandering the Fox Valley
Last week I put up a simple post with a couple of suggestions for something to do over the weekend out and away from the city. It's going to be…
Northern Illinois Hunting and Fishing Days, September 24 and 25
This coming weekend, September 24 and 25, is the annual Northern Illinois Hunting and Fishing Days at Silver Springs State Park. I've been going to this event every year for…
A Walk in the Park a Source of Revenue for the IDNR
My wife and I went for our usual walk around Silver Springs State Park on Sunday. Living only a 5 minute drive away, we find ourselves there 2 to 5…
Living on the Edge of Civilization
A little after 5 o'clock and I'm leaving the office building hell that surrounds O'Hare airport for the 50 mile commute home. Luckily 98 percent of the drive is all…