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Meyers to DNR: Close Rock and Kishwaukee rivers

From press release Sheriff Richard A. Meyers has recommended to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR) the closure of the
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July 28, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Fierce Green Fire: The wolf that may not have been

Editor’s note: The following is the third in a three-part series. The first part appeared in the July 7-13, issue,
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July 28, 2010 | Also published in Fierce Green Fire | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: Lodging venture to target outdoor travelers

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Aiming to serve an increasingly popular niche—outdoor travel—a new travel company is expanding its business to include
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July 28, 2010 | Also published in On Outdoors | Comments (0)

Company offers wheelchair-accessible motorcycles

By Doug Halberstadt Sports Columnist Four years ago, I bought a motorcycle. Some might call it a “midlife crisis” or an “impulse”
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July 28, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Annual Pecatonica River Clean-Up Sunday, July 25

From press release The United Sportsmen’s Youth Foundation, along with Rock Hollow Conservation Club, will hold its annual Pecatonica River
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July 21, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

‘An Evening Among the Gardens’ July 25 at Belvidere nature center

From press release BELVIDERE, Ill.—The Boone County Conservation District (BCCDP) will hold “An Evening Among the Gardens” from 5 to 8
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July 21, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Oregon Trail Days July 16-18

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer This weekend, Oregon, Ill., will be bustling with festival-goers and Native American enchantment as the Oregon Trail
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July 14, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Dedication of Black Hawk sculpture mural July 16 in Oregon, Ill.

From press release OREGON, Ill.—Join the Oregon Area Chamber of Commerce and the Illinois Lincoln Highway Coalition for the dedication of
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July 14, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Rock River Sweep 2010 set for July 31

From press release and Web info A brand-new project is coming to your community on the banks of the Rock River
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July 14, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Canoe and Kayak Races set for July 18

From press release The Lena Community Park District and Friends of the Pecatonica River Foundation will host the Third Annual Illinois
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July 14, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Fierce Green Fire: The bear that was barely there

Editor’s note: The following is the second in a three-part series. The first part appeared in the July 7-13, issue. By
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July 14, 2010 | Also published in Fierce Green Fire | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: How-to series: How to make a gel fireplace for camping

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Every year, someone invents a way to make camping seemingly as comfortable as sleeping at home, and
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July 14, 2010 | Also published in On Outdoors | Comments (0)

Severson Dells Notes: Severson Dells Scamper set for July 24

From Severson Dells Nature Center The Severson Dells Nature Center offers runners and nature lovers a morning of fun, fitness and
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July 14, 2010 | Also published in Severson Dells Notes | Comments (0)

Waterkeeper News: New threat to Kishwaukee River from DeKalb

Editor’s note: Art Norris is the Quad Cities Waterkeeper. He looks after 150 miles of the Mississippi River and about
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July 14, 2010 | Also published in Waterkeeper News | 4 Comments

Wildflower Weekend July 16-18 at Nygren Wetland Preserve

From press release Families and adults are invited to Wildflower Weekend at the Nygren Wetland Preserve, 3190 W. Rockton Road, Rockton,
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July 14, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Deadline Aug. 1 for nature photography contest

From press release LOVES PARK, Ill.—Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful (KNIB) reminds area residents that entries for the nature photography contest will
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July 14, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Straight Shootin’: Ordinance vs. ordnance, Chicago style

By Eric R. Sonnenberg Monday, June 28, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) released their decision on McDonald v.
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July 7, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Fierce Green Fire: ‘The Land of 10,000 Tales’–part one

Editor’s note: The following is the first in a three-part series. By Jonathan Hicks Staff Writer As a graduate student studying the relationships
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July 7, 2010 | Also published in Fierce Green Fire | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: Salmon and steelhead drift fishing

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Anglers making trips north for salmon and steelhead fishing do so having the basics of drift fishing
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July 7, 2010 | Also published in On Outdoors | Comments (0)

Into The Wild: See eagles and more at Jensen Forest Preserve

As with “No Child Left Inside,” welcome to a new series of articles in partnership with Four Rivers Environmental Coalition
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July 7, 2010 | Also published in Into The Wild | Comments (0)

Rockford Park District’s City of Gardens holds Top Pot Contest

From press release The Rockford Park District’s City of Gardens is seeking nominations for its Top Pot Contest for its Rockford
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July 7, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

A Native American by any other name…

By Susan Johnson Copy Editor The residents of the Ogle County area who claim “Black Hawk” as their famous symbol know the
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June 30, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Exelon Nuclear kicks off Black Hawk fund-raising campaign

From press release OREGON, Ill.—Towering 48 feet over the Rock River majestically looking westward stands the second-largest monolith in the
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June 30, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Waterkeeper News: Mega pollution requires a Gulf of real regulation

Editor’s note: Art Norris is the Quad Cities Waterkeeper. He looks after 150 miles of the Mississippi River and about
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June 30, 2010 | Also published in Waterkeeper News | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: 20-pound Asian carp caught near Chicago, fear of species reaching Great Lakes increases

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Wildlife officials in Illinois reported last week that a 20-pound bighead Asian carp has been caught just
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June 30, 2010 | Also published in On Outdoors | Comments (0)

Fierce Green Fire: Meet the Beatles at the aquarium to see the oil spill

By Jonathan Hicks Staff Writer Much has been made of the response plan for the oil spill in the Gulf. Debated in
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June 30, 2010 | Also published in Fierce Green Fire | Comments (0)

Boone County Conservation District Trail Safety Watch Program

From press release The Boone County Conservation District is creating a Trail Safety Watch Program and is looking for volunteers to
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June 30, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Conservation Day-Camp at Nygren Wetland Preserve

From press release Local land conservation organizations will host a Conservation Day-Camp at the Nygren Wetland Preserve west of Rockton, Ill.,
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June 30, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Into The Wild: Canoeing the Sugar River

As with “No Child Left Inside,” welcome to a new series of articles in partnership with Four Rivers Environmental Coalition
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June 23, 2010 | Also published in Into The Wild | Comments (0)

Fierce Green Fire: Finding nature’s ballet in the middle of a thunderstorm

By Jonathan Hicks Staff Writer It was a dark and stormy night. Or, at least it had been. By this point, the
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June 23, 2010 | Also published in Fierce Green Fire | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: Plastic worms go dark in murky water

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer While recreational fishing is meant to come with relaxation and opportunity to take in the beauty of
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June 23, 2010 | Also published in On Outdoors | Comments (0)

Annual Dairy Breakfast June 29

From press release BELVIDERE, Ill.—The 13th Annual Boone County Farm Bureau Dairy Breakfast will be June 29, at Ward-View Farm, 1171
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June 23, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Upcoming programs at Freeport Park District

From press releases Freeport Park District has a number of classes and programs available this summer. Sign up now for: Youth Tennis
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June 23, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Environment Illinois: Clean Water Restoration Act integral to clean waterways, safe drinking water

By Bruce Ratain Field Associate, Environment Illinois From the days of Mark Twain, the mighty Mississippi River has been known the world
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June 16, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | 2 Comments

Severson Dells Notes: ‘Pack the Preserve!’ June 23-26 at Severson Dells

From Severson Dells Nature Center “Pack the Preserve!” Wednesday-Saturday, June 23-26, and celebrate Fannie B. Severson’s 369-acre donation to the Winnebago
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June 16, 2010 | Also published in Severson Dells Notes | Comments (0)

Waterkeeper News: BP oil spill, protecting rivers, and Clean Water Act

Editor’s note: Art Norris is the Quad Cities Waterkeeper. He looks after 150 miles of the Mississippi River and about
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June 16, 2010 | Also published in Waterkeeper News | Comments (0)

Council of Rockford Gardeners hosts Garden Walk 2010

From press releases, flier The Council of Rockford Gardeners will host its free Garden Walk 2010 from noon to 8 p.m.,
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June 16, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Adopt a cat from WCAS in June

From press release Alan is a 1-year-old, outgoing, friendly and affectionate lap cat who likes to give kisses and is
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June 16, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

USDA announces Tree Assistance Program sign-up

From press release SPRINGFIELD, Ill.–Orchardists and nursery tree growers can begin applying for benefits under the Tree Assistance Program announced by
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June 16, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Winnebago County Soil and Water Conservation District celebrates 70 years

From press release This past May marked the 70th anniversary of the Winnebago County Soil and Water Conservation District’s service to
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June 16, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | 1 Comment

Canoes and kayaks converge in Aurora

Hope everyone made it to the Second Annual Aurora Paddlesport Festival in Aurora, June 12 and 13. Standard canoes and
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June 16, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Straight Shootin’: Use it (responsibly) or lose it

By Eric R. Sonnenberg In the wake of the recent accidental shooting of a 5-year-old girl by her 8-year-old brother, I
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June 9, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Into The Wild: Go on a safari at Deer Run Forest Preserve

As with “No Child Left Inside,” welcome to a new series of articles in partnership with Four Rivers Environmental Coalition
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June 9, 2010 | Also published in Into The Wild | Comments (0)

On Outdoors: Area anglers slay hundreds of U.P. smallmouths

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer May was a successful month for six area fishermen during a trip to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Members of
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June 9, 2010 | Also published in On Outdoors | Comments (0)

Waterkeeper News: Mega-dairy, mega-hog plant, mega-Tyson chicken, mega pollution

Editor’s note: Art Norris is the Quad Cities Waterkeeper. He looks after 150 miles of the Mississippi River and about
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June 9, 2010 | Also published in Waterkeeper News | 1 Comment

Guest Column: John Deer: From foe to friend

By William W. O’Leary In 1999, a tall yearling buck deer tore off the top third of a fruit-laden pear tree
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June 9, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Rockford man snags sturgeon in Rock River

May 22, this sturgeon was caught by Nick Sparacino of Rockford during a camping trip at Crow Valley Campgrounds in
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June 9, 2010 | Also published in Outdoors | Comments (0)

Fierce Green Fire: Feeling something–anything–about Gulf oil spill is the key

By Jonathan Hicks Staff Writer Some topics are easy to write about, others much less so. Each of the last several weeks,
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June 2, 2010 | Also published in Fierce Green Fire | Comments (0)

Into The Wild: Atwood Park…Walden Pond or the Magic Kingdom?

As with “No Child Left Inside,” welcome to a series of articles in partnership with Four Rivers Environmental Coalition (FREC)
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June 2, 2010 | Also published in Into The Wild | 1 Comment

On Outdoors: Musky fly fishing: Art and the common man’s trophy

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Not many anglers think of going after the elusive and utterly fierce musky with flies. However, many
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June 2, 2010 | Also published in On Outdoors | Comments (0)

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