I know a few guys have tried it down by Lake Wappapelo area,not sure what county it is in but it is south of Farmington Mo. on Hwy 67. close to Greenville MO.This is a Corps of Engineers Lake Developement that offers Public Hunting ground and is designated on their maps/brochure of what area's Hunters are allowed to hunt on.If your in Illinois you may need an out of state hunting license?