Illinois Historic Preservation Agency
10/13/2025 | Press release | Archived content
IDNR to allocate trapping permits for Sand Ridge State Forest on Oct. 25
SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Department of Natural Resources will conduct a public drawing for the allocation of trapping permits for Sand Ridge State Forest in Mason County at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25. Registration begins at 9 a.m. at the site headquarters.
Trapping will be permitted in the designated areas from the statewide opening until the statewide closing date. Two names are allowed per permit and only those names listed are allowed to trap.
All persons entering the drawing must have a current or previous year trapping license in their possession. Persons whose names are drawn must be in attendance.
Sand Ridge State Forest
is located at North County Road 2600 East, Forest City. The site has more than 7,000 acres of forest, camping, hunting and hiking trails. For additional information contact the site at 309-597-2212.
is located at North County Road 2600 East, Forest City. The site has more than 7,000 acres of forest, camping, hunting and hiking trails. For additional information contact the site at 309-597-2212.
About IDNR
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is celebrating 100 years of conservation and service to the people of Illinois throughout 2025. The department was established July 1, 1925, as the Illinois Department of Conservation, bringing under one umbrella oversight of fish and game, forestry, public works, and lakes.
Today, IDNR's work encompasses management of about 400 sites across Illinois, including state parks and historic sites; wildlife, fisheries, forestry, and natural heritage; Lake Michigan water allocation and coastal management; conservation police; mines and minerals; oil and gas; issuance of licenses, permits, and numerous grants; the World Shooting and Recreational Complex in Sparta; and the Illinois State Museum. Visit https://dnr.illinois.gov for more information.
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