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Open IDNR hunting and fishing areas

Open IDNR hunting and fishing areas

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Started by Kim Devalk 6 years, 3 months ago
Illinois closed all state parks including hunting area and boat ramps. Turkey hunters already paid for their permits and now IDNR will not allow them to use them nor refund any of the money. Hunters and Anglers have always maintained social distancing and should not be restricted from using what they have already paid for.

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April 4, 2020

I am honestly overwhelmed by the momentum this has gained lately. This movement belongs entirely to the people who took the time to speak up for fairness. It is humbling to see so many of you standing together on this.

16 Comments

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Robert Wiemken
6 years ago Featured

People need things to do besides stay in there house. I’ve been fishing 5 times. Alone, with my dog.

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Michael Flickinger
6 years ago Featured

Open space is not a threat. Hunting and fishing is the original social distancing technique.

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Kevin kraut
6 years ago Featured

Fishing while practicing social distancing is in the approved essential activity list. Mental health us just as important as physical health in this current state if the world. Fishing and hiking are great ways to remain relaxed and improve overall mental health

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Dana Potter
6 years ago Featured

From southern Illinois. Our small state lakes all shut down. Lucky to see handful people on the entire lake.

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Rebecca Lanting
6 years ago Featured

I love fishing sometimes it feels like it's my therapy. We can maintain common distancing practices. This is so not fair for those of us that have supported the idnr though purchases of legal licensing and who need these resources also to feed their families. I ask to have the parks back open

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Kim Devalk · petition starter
6 years ago Featured

State parks are owned by the people of the state and paid for buy outdoor men & women. IDNR you need to honor the permits paid for.

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Gary Bartlow
6 years ago

Closing state land is ridiculous.

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Evan Didway
6 years ago

Get rid of this crook. He’s stealing our rights. JB Prickster we hate you!

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