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Yahoo
24-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Illinois Deer Classic returns to the Peoria Civic Center
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Thousands of local hunters are showing off their game at the 2025 Illinois Deer Classic. The Illinois Deer Classic at the Peoria Civic Center offered hunting licenses, big buck competition registration, and safety education seminars. Fishing and trapping licenses were also available. They also offered lectures on turkey hunting, nighttime coyote hunting, and deer calling. Show producer John Bunge said it's the perfect place for hunters to connect and fine-tune their skills 'It's such a passion event towards hunting and it's a chance for guys to celebrate, guys and gals and yeah, all kinds of hunting, duck hunting, goose hunting, turkey hunting, big game stuff, South African hunting as well as white tail. We got it covered,' he said. This year had almost 200 hundred vendors in attendance and is the 4th year of the classic being held at the Peoria Civic Center. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-03-2025
- Entertainment
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Illinois Deer Classic showcases exotic animals, gear in Peoria
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Those who are outdoor-inclined can drop in on the Peoria Civic Center to see the latest in hunting gear as well as learn about exotic animals that 'you can't see everyday.' Illinois Deer Classic. beginning Friday, March 21 and ending March 23 at the Peoria Civic Center. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for kids, and those under $9 are free. The Wildlife Adventure Center will bring Chewee the Sloth and a 3-year-old Swampy, an American Alligator, to the show as well as several other animals, said Jim DeBerry. People can come see their shows which are on throughout the day. 'Here's a chance for people to see animals that you just can't see every day,' he said. John Bungee, the show producer for the event, said there are nearly 200 exhibitors and 'everything for a hunter.' 'If you are a hunter or want to be a hunter, it's great for the families too,' he said, pointing to Chewee who was perched on a faux tree and taking in the sights and sounds of a TV studio. In addition to the vendors and the animals, there are also seminars for hunters who want to hone their craft. 'It's the whole package.' DeBerry said in addition to the sloth and the alligator, there are snakes, large tortoises and wild cats at their exhibit. The idea is to promote wildlife education. Hours are 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday. On Saturday and Sunday, hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. DeBerry echoed that the classic has something for everyone, including a two-toed sloth named Chewee. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
