He is the former general superintendent of the Cook County Forest Preserve District. The Department of Natural Resources recently honored Janura for his outstanding service. The commission, which oversees the protection of high quality natural areas, was the first of its kind in the nation and has served as a model for other states. The Illinois Conservation Foundation will hold the 3rd Annual Director's Muskie Tournament on Oct. 10-11 at Eagle Creek State Park in Findlay. The tournament will kick off on Friday, Oct. 9 with a hog roast.
Registration forms are available at the park office.
In the north zone it is Oct. 8-Dec. The bag limit is 20 geese. The season is subject to approval from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Participants in the free contest will need a fishing pole, sack lunch and an adult supervisor. While attending the DuQuoin State Fair, DuQuoin, Aug. 29 to Sept. 7, be sure to visit Outdoor World.