I hate to say it but if you didn't but in for Shotgun tags for the first drawing you aren't going to have many options for Northern Illinois. Most public land spots are taken in Northern Illinois for Gun after the first drawing. Even if you get in for the first drawing most are pretty tough to get. There might be a few limited permits left but you are going to have some slim picks.

There are a few spots to bow hunt around northern Illinios. Its going to be tough to hang cameras though, a lot seem to "walk away". There are a lot of people that use the woods for other things and some aren't honest. A few times I've come across kids sneaking on and playing paintball so you never know who is going to be there.

If you give a few counties there are a few people on here that might be able to hunt. There are some good spots that you can get a deer, you just have to be ready to put in the time.