Wana go Fish?

03/05/2026

03/05/2026

01/31/2026

So excited to gear up for another fishing season! We had 47 kids in Nature Hooked last year. Can't wait to train another group of young anglers. We are currently taking donations for any fishing gear. Please reach out if you can support in anyway.

07/29/2025

06/20/2025

Join us at Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Parks on June 28 for a Junior Ranger Day!

Discover a variety of outdoor stations from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and uncover the marvels of nature, wildlife, and more. Complete a junior ranger booklet and receive a junior ranger badge from the park ranger.

This is a free family event outside of the Starved Rock Visitor Center.

06/16/2025

Outdoor fishing app

06/16/2025

Was blessed to be a part of Illinois Department of Natural Resources Nature Fest at William Powers wolf lake. I always enjoy helping the kids learn how to fish! It was a great turn out and we had a great time! Thank you to all those that came out to support!

06/15/2025

It’s finally here! June 13-16 is Illinois Free Fishing Days. During these four days, everyone can fish in Illinois lakes and waterways without a fishing license, salmon stamp or inland trout stamp. It's a wonderful opportunity to introduce the young people in your life to the joy of fishing and spending time on the water.

For Illinois residents, a standard yearly fishing license costs just $15 a year. License fees help the Illinois Department of Natural Resources conserve fish populations and fish habitats though critical activities like fish production, fish stocking, and habitat restoration. To learn more about licenses, visit https://dnr.illinois.gov/lpr/fishinglicensesfees.html.

We'll see you on the water!

01/28/2025

Though cold, it was therapeutic to get to my happy place. No fish but a great time was had. Fire, hot chocolate, and warm cider always helps!