Articles filed under Outdoors
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Hockey teams to take over Rosemont ice rink in FebruaryJan 09, 2014 4:30 am - Less than a month from now, Chicago Blackhawks alumni will lace up their skates alongside adult and youth hockey enthusiasts as Rosemont's popular outdoor ice skating ri...
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Solution to invasive species a long time comingJan 08, 2014 10:04 am - I really like the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — as entertainment, anyway. In my view, this federal agency is a treat to observe on a daily basis, especially with r...
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The pulse of the Keys becoming more faintJan 01, 2014 10:04 am - LOWER MATACUMBE KEY, Fla. — No rod and reel in my hand, just a cup of shrimp bisque and some oyster crackers. You remember those tiny little crunchers from your childhoo...
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Boat stickers could become costlier in Island LakeDec 30, 2013 12:44 pm - Boating on Island Lake’s namesake could become more expensive for local residents and visitors. Members of the village’s lake management committee on Monday discussed ra...
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Battling barracuda in Keys an angler’s delightDec 25, 2013 10:04 am - TAVERNIER, Fla. — It was the only time to sneak away for a few days of sun and scrumptious Florida stone crabs. It was a perfect time to recharge our batteries after mon...
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Lake County “Hikin’ Tykes” set for Jan. 14Dec 24, 2013 11:40 am - The “Hikin’ Tykes” program, an outdoor hike for toddlers, will be held 9:30-10:45 a.m. Jan. 14 at the Greenbelt Cultural Center near North Chicago. The event is open to ...
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Cook County 2014 picnic permits to be available onlineDec 16, 2013 1:09 pm - The Forest Preserves of Cook County will begin selling 2014 picnic permits online and in-person on Thursday, Jan. 2. New this year is an online permitting system, called...
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In defense of the mighty bluegillDec 11, 2013 10:04 am - Late last summer, I got in a good two hours on one of my favorite ponds. I was alone on this particular morning before the Rains of Ranchipur dampened my spirits and ki...
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Deadline for Wisconsin turkey, bear permits approachingDec 06, 2013 6:02 am - MADISON, Wis. — The deadline for filing applications for Wisconsin’s spring turkey and bear hunts is fast approaching. Hunters have until Dec. 10 to submit their applica...
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Deer hunter injured after falling from tree standDec 06, 2013 6:00 am - NEW ATHENS, Ill. — A 75-year-old man is recovering after falling from a deer tree stand in a remote part of southwestern Illinois. Capt. Tim Daiber of the Illinois Depar...