Local outdoor authorities are reminding boaters and fishermen of a portion of Clinton Lake that is annually closed off until the end of March.

Department of Natural Resources Conservation Police Office Noah Workman indicates the Lake, from the Route 48 bridge and DeWitt bridge, is closed off until the end of March. He reminds this is something that happens every year because that area of the lake is a refuge area for fish.

According to Officer Workman, this change is not new to the Lake, but they continue to encounter frequent visitors to the park who should know better, disregarding the notices about fishing in that restricted area.

Officer Workman reminds that the area of the lake re-opens on April 1. Visit dnr.illinois.gov for more on fishing in Illinois.