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Monday, January 5, 2026
IDNR Revises South Zone Waterfowl Season Dates for 2026-2030

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has revised the South Zone waterfowl season dates for the 2026-2030 seasons based on input from waterfowl hunters. Under the revised plan, the…


Friday, October 24, 2025
Rep. Charlie Meier and IDNR Working to Allow Christmas Waterfowl Hunts

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) are responding following the release of 2026-2030 waterfowl season dates, which notably did not…


Thursday, October 24, 2024
Rep. Charlie Meier Reminds Constituents to Watch for Deer on Roads

HIGHLAND, IL – During the months of October through December, the number of deer incidents on our roadways skyrocket. State Representative Charlie Meier shared some tips to stay safe on…


Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Rep. Meier Reminds Communities to Apply For OSLAD Grant Before September

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) will accept applications for the next round of Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grants between July 1 through Sept. 13, closing…