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Welcome to Chitown Angler - Chicago Fishing & Hunting Reports
No new posts New Members welcome mat - the First Cast
Your complete resource for Chicago fishing reports and information. Chitown-Angler is excited to offer sportsmen some of the most engaging Chicago fishing reports and hunting forums in our area. We bring angling enthusiast’s a complete range of information to improve their success on the water or just to find another partner. From the expert to the beginner we can satisfy your needs. So wade in to this forum first and get your feet wet. It's a great place to start posting.

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Lake Michigan
No new posts Salmon/Trout
From the city to the stateline. Downriggers, Trolling, Tips, Tricks,Tackle, Rigging and all things Salmon and Trout.
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No new posts Bass
Smallmouth, Largemouth and Rockies. Lake Michigan angling and it's hidden treasures!
681 4095 04:51pm - May 8,08
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No new posts Perch
Yellow Bandits, hell these fish are worth there weight in gold. How, where, when... From Waukegan, Navy Pier, Portage IN
1265 8837 09:43am - May 9,08
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No new posts General Lake Michigan
Are any species that we missed?
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Clubs Forums
No new posts Salmon Unlimited Inc. Club Forum
For open club discussion, announcements, questions about becoming a member and the benefits of being a Salmon Unlimited Member.
24 173 12:49pm - May 7,08
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No new posts Salmon Unlimited Members Only
Club Business, want to see what's behind the door all it takes is becoming a Salmon Unlimited Member.
20 129 07:32pm - May 7,08
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No new posts Riverside Fishing Club
RFC is a one of the oldest multi-species angling clubs in Illinois. Members as diverse as the fish in the seas make up the backbone of club with a variety of skill levels, from beginners to seasoned Professionals.
3 27 07:19am - Apr 13,08
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No new posts Riverside Fishing Club Members Forum
For Riverside Club members to discuss club business.
14 62 08:47am - May 9,08
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Rivers
No new posts Around Chitown
On the Cal/Sag, & Little Calumet.....Carp, smallmouth and yes.....walleye
181 1008 05:56am - May 8,08
bigling97 View latest post
No new posts Kankakee
This tributary is one of our premier Illinois rivers.
693 3666 05:19pm - May 6,08
Any Luc View latest post
No new posts Fox
Wading the Fox River or from shore this tributary can't be beat.
1211 6099 07:07pm - May 8,08
Boogaloo View latest post
No new posts Illinois
Rumor has it that tributary has walleye, sauger, whites and catfish.....
345 1547 09:25am - May 6,08
fishingvman View latest post
No new posts Des Plaines
This tributary is on the rebound, this could be Illinis anglers diamond in the rough.
141 737 11:34pm - May 8,08
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No new posts Dupage
Wading or shorefishing is the only way, this is one of those quiet fisheries where a sportsman or women can have a ball.
267 1216 09:01pm - May 7,08
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No new posts Rock & Mississippi River
Information on these rivers can be hard to come by, share the wealth on this honey holes.
140 507 05:51pm - May 8,08
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No new posts Creeks, Streams, Ditches
In case we missed some, info on our local rivers and preferred out of state creeks like Trail, Little Calumet and the St Joe.
746 4689 08:58pm - May 7,08
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Lakes
No new posts Cooling Lakes
The Coolers produce some of the most exciting Illinois angling around, from trophy stripers to muskie and then some hungry cats.
516 2508 09:15am - May 2,08
Kicking Fin View latest post
No new posts Preserve Lakes
They are local and a great place to wet a line.
520 2834 04:29pm - May 7,08
reefman77 View latest post
No new posts Fox Chain
A windy city hotspot, one of our best resources for ice angling and a whole lot more. These impoundment lakes can produce some excellent big fish angling opportunities, lets hear what's going on.....
349 1871 11:37pm - May 4,08
Brandyn View latest post
No new posts Out of State
For those of you that like to travel. Need a break from Chicagoland. Are you hitting the Root or Trail? Bring us your Michigan, Indiana, Wisconsin reports.
920 5147 05:14pm - May 8,08
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No new posts I-80 North
Angling information from North of the dividing line. I-80
94 488 07:48pm - Apr 27,08
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No new posts I-80 South
Illinois angling from "Downstate"
273 1431 12:27pm - May 6,08
Gunner View latest post
No new posts Favorite Ponds
Have a favorite pond? (location/name not required!).
688 3293 11:49pm - May 5,08
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Species Specific
No new posts Catfish Corner
Some of the best catfisherman can be found in right here. They’ll give you tip on our lakes, streams and rivers. Check out our photo's in our catfish corner album Click here to check it out
708 4184 11:44pm - May 5,08
BusterA View latest post
No new posts Musky
Toothy Critters of 10,000 casts and blown out elbows. This one’s for the Musky Hunters.
580 7541 07:51am - May 9,08
Brandyn View latest post
No new posts Carp Catchers Club
Carp, it's not everyone's cup of tea, But smart anglers know carp can battle with the best of them.
101 479 06:31pm - May 2,08
mississippi punk View latest post
No new posts Walleye ~ Sauger
These fish can leave you scratching your head and reaching for the next color of jig heads in your box.
237 1960 07:44am - May 8,08
Murph810 View latest post
No new posts Bowfishing Discussion
Everything that is bowfishing.
610 4578 02:00pm - May 6,08
twade View latest post
No new posts Panfish Anyone.....
These little guys can be beasts on light tackle
71 568 08:51pm - May 8,08
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The Tackle Box
No new posts Without a Paddle - The Shore Fishermans Forum
The Chicagoland area has a ton of shore Angling possiblities to offer, Lake Michigan salmon, Wolf Lake walleye or Busse Lakes bass and bluegill. Share your tips and techniques or just post when your getting out, never know who will join you.
64 359 03:42pm - May 8,08
Marc View latest post
No new posts Trade A Trip
Want to try something new. Looking to learn about a new hunting or angling possibility - Swap A Spot - It's an excellent way to "hook up" with someone from the site.
58 230 12:24pm - May 1,08
saltman908 View latest post
No new posts Hot Rods ~ Reels and Home Grown..... Baits of Course
Tackle Talk: Rod Crafting, Rod Selection, waders, Reels, ice fishing gear and baits...
443 2914 03:15pm - May 1,08
saltman908 View latest post
No new posts Check your Fly
All things fly fishing related, if your shorefishing or going to strap on those waders here's the place to talk about it.
137 685 05:45pm - Apr 8,08
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No new posts The Swap & Dough
Item's for Trade or Sale
Please no weapons or ammunition
1321 5772 08:30am - May 9,08
muskyman View latest post
No new posts Tanks Alot
Aquarium Talk. The Regulations have changed, it's now legal to keep Gamefish at home!
101 653 03:31pm - May 8,08
IvoryLotus View latest post
No new posts Boats And Motors
Looking for a harbor? Need help finding that one part or do you just need information on downriggers and trolling. Why not start here?
658 5061 08:15am - May 9,08
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Game Bag
No new posts Water-Fowl
Illinois hunting close by just in time to hear someone say "They turned around.....they're cupping up......Take Em"!
355 2006 06:36pm - Apr 1,08
eyeman_1 View latest post
No new posts Upland Birds/Game
Our state offers some excellent Grouse, Pheasant, Quail, Wild Turkey, Chukar and Rabbit and Squirrel so share your tails on the hunt.
521 4315 07:35am - May 9,08
jkhtg View latest post
No new posts Antlers
Whether your hunting with black powder, archery or using a slug gun, this is the place to be.... tell us how you scored that rack. And we mean deer.
387 2363 10:34am - May 2,08
BigB View latest post
No new posts The Critter-Getters
Illinois hunting offers up some awesome coyote, rabbits...chucks and so much more...This is your Varmint Huntin' Forum.
50 291 08:27pm - Mar 30,08
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No new posts General Hunting Info
No need to salute, Just hunting information and reports not covered in the other hunting forums
121 820 06:11pm - Apr 2,08
Musky Mauler View latest post
No new posts Guns, Slugs, Shot, & Black Powder
If Black Powder or other firearms are your passion, then this forum is for you.
166 1099 09:25pm - May 2,08
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No new posts Sticks & Strings
Archery Forum
113 616 11:01am - Apr 24,08
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No new posts K-9
Dog Talk
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The Podium
No new posts Open to Debate
Look around it's a forums number one hot spot.....Go figure.....Anything that's not outdoor related (except for politics and religion, they just start fights).
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No new posts The Pressure Valve
It's driving you nuts, and if you don't vent soon somethings gonna blow! (except for politics and religion, they just start fights)
483 4453 09:01pm - May 3,08
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No new posts Food for thought
Post your recipes that no one can resist. From the catch of the day or anything that goes with it, we love food, tell us how to make it good.....
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No new posts Just Joking Around....LOL
Trolling for a little humor? Please just keep it clean, and remember folks they’re just jokes.
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No new posts Digital World
Camera Talk, Digital or Film, post pix, brag about your new toy. Computer talk too!
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82 500 12:44pm - Apr 23,08
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Hard Water
No new posts Ice Fishing
It's our winter getaway. This forum is the place to go to loose that cabin fever when you can't take the cold and reports for the radical fisherman that can.
Tips~n~Techniques
1671 12982 07:34am - May 7,08
Zhockey66Fish View latest post
No new posts Ice Gear ~ Gadgets & Electronics
It's the stuff we all want or already have...can someone please tell me what it is.....
169 1490 10:45am - Mar 28,08
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Community Corner
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Community Events, Kid's Programs & Derbys, Volunteer work
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