So I've been hunting all my life for small game, but decided to up the ante this year and bag a deer. The IDNR website is only somewhat helpful in explaining all that is required. So this is why I've come here for advice. Please answer in numbered responses (as I laid out below) for ease on my brain!

Questions:
1. For archery deer hunting (on my own property of just a few acres) is all I need a $26 Archery permit? I already have a standard hunting license.

2. Is there a difference between a "permit" and a "tag"?

3. I've heard there are "check stations" for CWD but cannot find any info online. Are they still requiring this? Deer will be taken in DuPage county. Looks like all I have to do is call the check in hotline, but I don't know...

4. Is there a lottery for these $26 permits? It says on the IDNR website I can purchase one at the local WalMart.

5. Does it make a difference whether I take a buck or a doe?

Let my know what you guys think and help me get started here, if you would! Thanks!!!