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Fierce Green Fire: Breathing the air of adventure–part three

Editor’s note: The following is the third in a three-part series. Part one appeared in the Feb. 10-16, 2010, issue,
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March 10, 2010 | Also published in Fierce Green Fire> featured | Comments (0)

Reef ecologist to speak at Rockford College March 16

From press release Eric Conklin, a foremost reef ecologist who has done extensive research in Hawaii, will speak at Rockford College
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March 10, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors> featured | Comments (0)

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden offers programs in March

From press release Starting Plants From Seeds—Saturday, March 13, 9 a.m.-noon: Growing your own plants can be a cost-effective and fun
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March 10, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Soil Fertility Workshop at U of I Extension March 27

From press release University of Illinois Extension-Winnebago County will offer a workshop on Soil Fertility from 9 a.m. to noon,
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March 10, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Into The Wild: Rock Cut offers year-round recreational opportunities

As with “No Child Left Inside,” welcome to a new series of articles in partnership with Four Rivers Environmental Coalition
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March 3, 2010 | Also published in Into The Wild | Comments (0)

PaleoFest 2010 set for March 6-7 at Burpee Museum of Natural History

From press release Ten of the world’s best-known dinosaur hunters and paleontologists will gather at Rockford’s Burpee Museum of Natural History
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March 3, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Community Gardens: Building communities through gardening

From press release University of Illinois Extension-Winnebago County will host Mike Maddox, director of Education Rotary Gardens/UW Extension Horticulture Educator,
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February 24, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Into The Wild: Enjoy and volunteer at Nygren Wetland Preserve this spring

As with “No Child Left Inside,” welcome to a new series of articles in partnership with Four Rivers Environmental Coalition
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February 17, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: Lake in San Antonio, Texas, proving to be a bass haven

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Located in San Antonio, Texas, Calaveras Lake is a sprawling and popular fishing lake for a variety
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February 17, 2010 | Also published in On Outdoors | Comments (0)

Fierce Green Fire: Breathing the air of adventure—part two

Editor’s note: The following is the second in a three-part series. Part one appeared in the Feb. 10-16, 2010, issue. By
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February 17, 2010 | Also published in Fierce Green Fire | Comments (0)

Fierce Green Fire: Breathing the air of adventure-part one

Editor’s note: The following is the first in a three-part series. By Jonathan Hicks Staff Writer It would seem that the coming of the
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February 10, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: Outdoor expo has new home, anglers gear up for the thaw

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer The 39th Annual Boat Show has a new home. Formerly held at the MetroCentre, the event will
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February 10, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Into The Wind: Into The Wild: Discover the natural beauty of the Four Rivers Region

As with “No Child Left Inside,” welcome to a new series of articles in partnership with Four Rivers Environmental Coalition (FREC)
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February 10, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Marksmen converge for tournament at Pine Tree Pistol Club

By Doug Halberstadt Sports Columnist More than 100 of the best marksmen from throughout the Midwest converged on Rockford this past weekend. The Pine
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February 10, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: Man foils whitetail, Pheasants Forever banquet set

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Among the most frightening things to discover after being startled in the middle of the night, there
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February 3, 2010 | Also published in On Outdoors | Comments (0)

Severson Dells Notes: Winter Bird Hike, Sweetheart of Chili Feast among February events

From Severson Dells Nature Center Severson Dells Nature Center, 8786 Montague Road, Rockford, presents the following slate of events in February. υ
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February 3, 2010 | Also published in Severson Dells Notes | Comments (0)

Eagle watches over the Rock River

February 3, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: Deer hunt closes short of 200,000

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer According to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), hunters harvested 189,277 deer during all seasons. Hunting
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January 27, 2010 | Also published in On Outdoors | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: Tips for landing musky through the ice

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Catching musky through the ice can be a challenge, but it does keep game-fishing opportunities alive all
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January 20, 2010 | Also published in On Outdoors | Comments (0)

Rockford Park District news briefs

From press release Frosty and Friends Ice Skating event—Bring the family to Rockford Park District’s Carlson Ice Arena for an afternoon
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January 13, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Natural Land Institute seeks nominations for land conservation award

From press release The Natural Land Institute is seeking nominations of individuals for outstanding achievements in land conservation. Nominees with distinguished
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January 6, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Boone County Conservation District holds Floor Cloth class

From press release BELVIDERE, Ill.—The Boone County Conservation District will hold a Floor Cloth class from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Jan.16,
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January 6, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: From the field and pond

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer A snowy Aspen corridor and the reverberating trickle of a mountain stream stretched across a rugged veneer
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January 6, 2010 | Also published in On Outdoors | Comments (0)

Christmas Tree Recycling program runs Jan. 1-15

From press release LOVES PARK, Ill.—Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful (KNIB) has announced its 22nd annual Christmas Tree Recycling program is scheduled
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December 30, 2009 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: Musky Road Rules here Jan. 17

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Rockford musky anglers will get a chance to pick the brains of professionals next month when representatives
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December 30, 2009 | Also published in On Outdoors | Comments (0)

Leave No Child Inside: Half a snow day

The Four Rivers Environmental Coalition, in concert with the national Leave No Child Inside campaign, is committed to ensuring
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December 23, 2009 | Also published in No Child Left Inside | Comments (0)

Fierce Green Fire: Explore the frigid landscapes of Illinois

By Jonathan Hicks Staff Writer The windows were shut and subtly frosted with cold. It was one of those nights so dark
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December 16, 2009 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: Deer harvest falls short

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer As feared by some, the Illinois firearm deer hunting season harvest total fell short of the 100,000
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December 16, 2009 | Also published in On Outdoors | Comments (0)

Leave No Child Inside: Searching for signs

The Four Rivers Environmental Coalition, in concert with the national Leave No Child Inside campaign, is committed to ensuring the
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December 16, 2009 | Also published in No Child Left Inside | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: Where are the deer?

Some Midwestern hunters skunked in 2009 By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Many of this year’s deer hunting tales, flow much differently than those
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December 9, 2009 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Severson Dells offers luminary walk Dec. 11-12

From press release Friday and Saturday, Dec. 11-12, from 6 to 9 p.m., Severson Dells Nature Center will present “Silent Lights:
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December 2, 2009 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: Deer kill down, gun season resumes

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Although first-day deer registrations were similar to those recorded last year on opening day of the first
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December 2, 2009 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Fierce Green Fire: Emerging from hibernation with renewed vigor, sharp pencil

By Jonathan Hicks Staff Writer I am unconventional. At least that is what I would expect those around me to say. With
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December 2, 2009 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Leave No Child Inside: Parents: Time to grab your child’s hand and get outside

The Four Rivers Environmental Coalition, in concert with the national Leave No Child Inside campaign, is committed to ensuring the
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November 25, 2009 | Also published in No Child Left Inside | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: First leg of deer season closes with mild temps

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Deer hunters saw an unusual twist in weather patterns last weekend as they closed out the first
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November 25, 2009 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: Cougar sightings increase

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer The presence of cougars, or mountain lions, in the Midwest has been shrouded with as much lore
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November 18, 2009 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Leave No Child Inside: For children, nature’s lessons can come through hunter education

The Four Rivers Environmental Coalition, in concert with the national Leave No Child Inside campaign, is committed to ensuring the
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November 11, 2009 | Also published in No Child Left Inside | Comments (0)

Leave No Child Inside: Cooler days mean new array of outdoor family activities

The Four Rivers Environmental Coalition, in concert with the national Leave No Child Inside campaign, is committed to ensuring
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November 4, 2009 | Also published in No Child Left Inside | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: ‘Fish Beat’ makes home in archives

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer With the exception of some die-hard muskie anglers, who are finding rather localized success, the traditional season
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November 4, 2009 | Also published in Fish Beat | Comments (0)

Prairie Preservation Society meets Nov. 15

From press release OREGON, Ill.—A special program will be offered by the Prairie Preservation Society of Ogle County at 2 p.m.,
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November 4, 2009 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Rock River Center hiking group explores White Pines Ranch

From press release The Rock River Center Stump Jumpers hiking group explored the pastures, spring and canyon at White Pines Ranch
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November 4, 2009 | Also published in Outdoors | 1 Comment

Severson Dells Notes: Hands-on nature education at Severson Dells

Editor’s note: The following was adapted from an annual breakfast speech. By Don Miller Education Director, Severson Dells Nature Center Severson Dells Nature
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November 4, 2009 | Also published in Severson Dells Notes | Comments (0)

Fish Beat: Summer recap and the typical fall season

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer This year was an unusual one for fishing. Erratic temperature changes confused some species, which carried on
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October 28, 2009 | Also published in Fish Beat | Comments (0)

‘An Evening with Wendell Berry’ Nov. 3 in Freeport

From press release FREEPORT, Ill.—Wendell Berry, the author of more than 40 books of essays, fiction and poetry about nature and
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October 28, 2009 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

IDNR awards grants to improve snowmobile trails

By Doug Halberstadt Sports Columnist Local snowmobilers will have something to look forward to once the ground gets sufficiently covered with the
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October 28, 2009 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Guest Column: Small waterways in need of protection

By Max Muller Once again, Lake Michigan is in trouble. This time, instead of BP trying to pump more wastes
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October 28, 2009 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Leave No Child Inside: Escape into a child’s imagination outdoors

The Four Rivers Environmental Coalition, in concert with the national Leave No Child Inside campaign, is committed to ensuring the
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October 21, 2009 | Also published in No Child Left Inside | Comments (0)

Fish Beat: Reel in the best line

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer There are a variety of fishing line brands on the market. Some are multi-purpose, while others are
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October 14, 2009 | Also published in Fish Beat> Outdoors | Comments (0)

Hiking for Hounds Oct. 18

From press release Sunday, Oct. 18, take your canine companions to a fall walk in the woods at beautiful Klehm
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October 14, 2009 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Deer hunters can help feed the hungry

Illinois Sportsmen Against Hunger allows hunters to donate whole deer for processing into venison that is provided to food banks From
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October 14, 2009 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

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