Articles filed under Outdoors
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Despite rain, hundreds attend Hoffman Estates fishing derbyJun 04, 2016 1:00 am - Colorful bobbers and raindrops dotted South Ridge Lake in Hoffman Estates Saturday, during the village's annual community fishing derby. Serious rain held off for a few ...
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Jackson on fishing: Think small in the pursuit of bluegillsJun 02, 2016 10:05 am - Barry T. in Arlington Heights is a regular reader, and he often sends emails about his fish-catching prowess. And his latest missive struck a populist chord with me: "I ...
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Busse Woods fishing derby set for June 5May 30, 2016 1:00 am - Cook County Commissioner Tim Schneider's fishing derby is Sunday, June 5, at Busse Woods Grove 25 near Elk Grove Village - an annual free event that is open to all ages....
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Father's Day Fishing Derby in Schaumburg June 18May 27, 2016 1:00 am - Dads, grandpas and children are invited to join the Schaumburg Park District's annual Father's Day Fishing Derby from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 18, at Volkening Lake...
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Clinic on dog-powered sports in Hoffman EstatesMay 24, 2016 1:00 am - A pair of dog-running clubs will present a two-day "Dog Powered Sports Clinic" over Memorial Day weekend at Cabela's in Hoffman Estates. The clinic is designed to help e...
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Solstice Hop & Vine Fest in Schaumburg June 18May 24, 2016 1:00 am - Plan to toast in summer with a wide selection of wines, brews and food at the Schaumburg Park District's annual Solstice Hop & Vine Fest from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June ...
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Smooth running for Des Plaines River canoe marathonMay 22, 2016 1:00 am - Paddlers overflowed with compliments for the Des Plaines River after Sunday's 59th annual running of the Des Plaines River Canoe and Kayak Marathon. "It was gorgeous. Th...
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Schaumburg mayor leads bike to work rideMay 20, 2016 1:00 am - Schaumburg Mayor Al Larson and Schaumburg Township Elementary District 54 Board President Char Kegarise led an annual Bike to Work Week ride through the village Friday m...
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Jackson: Finding comfort in a Wisconsin streamMay 19, 2016 10:05 am - AVALANCHE, Wis. - It was like sitting on one of those uncomfortable benches in the downtown area watching humanity walk by. I had to keep reseating myself kin order not ...
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Two bicycling events in Schaumburg this weekMay 16, 2016 1:00 am - The village of Schaumburg is recognizing Bike to Work Week and inviting the public to join Mayor Al Larson on a ride to his own workplace - village hall - at 9:30 a.m. F...