planning a weekend getaway or a weeklong vacation within the Corridor. We think you will discover that the Heritage Corridor has a lot to experience!

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2 Welcome to the Heritage Corridor! As the new President/CEO of the Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau and on behalf of its Board of Directors, I invite you to experience the real fun that the Heritage Corridor offers for all ages. I welcome and encourage you to discover the Corridor communities throughout Putnam, LaSalle, Grundy, Will, and Southern Cook counties. Located along the historic Illinois & Michigan Canal, the communities of the I & M National Heritage Corridor are rich in history, vibrant with festivals, loaded with shops and restaurants, and plentiful with recreation and leisure opportunities. The Heritage Corridor is truly all about real people and real fun and it is all real close! As you ll find in the following pages, the Heritage Corridor is the perfect place to get away and explore a bit for an afternoon or an entire day. Or, take advantage of all we have to offer by planning a weekend getaway or a weeklong vacation within the Corridor. We think you will discover that the Heritage Corridor has a lot to experience! I hope your experience here will make you consider the Heritage Corridor as a regular stop on your future travels. Should you have questions about the Corridor or the services we offer, please feel free to call us at 800/926-CANAL. For a listing of our newest members, the latest news, and currents festivals, give us a click at Robert L. Navarro President/CEO Heritage Corridor Convention & Visitors Bureau

3 VISITORS GUIDE Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau Offices/Visitors Centers Heritage Corridor CVB Visitors Center 175 W. Remington;, IL / Heritage Corridor CVB Visitors Center & Office 81 N. Chicago St.;, IL /926-CANAL or 815/ Heritage Corridor CVB Visitors Center Utica 801 E. US. Highway 6; Utica, IL / or 815/ Heritage Corridor CVB Visitors Center Bedford Park 7800 W. 65th St.; Bedford Park, IL / Grundy County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center Morris 909 N. Liberty St.; Morris, IL 815/ I&M Canal Visitor Center Lockport 200 W. 8th St.; Lockport, IL 815/ Visitors Center 100 W. Lafayette;, IL 815/ Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau Staff Robert L. Navarro, PH.D., President/CEO Mary Beth DeGrush, Vice President Sandor Brattstrom, Vice President June Anderson, Inside Sales Janie Lawson, Destination Sales Sandy Burns, Tourism Coordinator Mary Lou Turner, Tourism Coordinator Juliann Wilsterman, Tourism Coordinator Wesley Anderson, VG Coordinator Jacque Flanigan, Ralph Chermak, Stuart Pearson, and Jim Kracic Contributing Photographers Gammon Group Graphic Design and Production Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to verify event information at press time, however, schedule changes do occur. Please contact the phone number listed with your chosen event to verify dates, times and admission prices. The Heritage Corridor CVB is not liable for any typographical errors. Visit for a complete list of updated events. Table of Contents Arts, Culture & History 4 Dining 8 Golfing 12 Hike, Bike, Walk & Ride 14 Lodging 18 I&M Canal Map & Visitor Centers 22 Will & Grundy County Lodging 24 LaSalle County Lodging 26 Shopping 30 Sports & Recreation 34 Swim, Fish & Boat 38 Services 42 Streator Tourism Center Streator 204 S. Bloomington St.; Streator, IL 888/ or 815/ K, For visitor s information call 800/926-CANAL or visit us online at 1

4 Conveniently located at the crossroads of I-55 and I-355, is rapidly becoming a destination for world-class golfing, fabulous dining, and diverse shopping. Come visit today. Golf Club Test your skills and patience on our new 18-hole golf course. Designed by renowned architect Arthur Hills, the Golf Club was selected as one of the Top Ten You Can Play by Golf Magazine in Golf Club 2001 Rodéo Drive 630/ Fabulous Pelican Harbor Indoor-Outdoor Water Park Enjoy water play all year long at our family-friendly Pelican Harbor Aquatic Center. Lazy river, water speed slides, diving well, with a drop slide, one meter diving board, a funspray playground, zero-depth pool, sand playground, water slides and beach volleyball. Pelican Harbor 200 S. Lindsey Lane 630/ Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm Four small lakes are stocked with a variety of fish year round. There is also an area for picnicking or just relaxing in this beautiful wooded setting. Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm 425 Trout Farm Road 630/ th Green at Golf Club Great Places to Stay AmericInn Lodge & Suites 175 W Remington Blvd. 630/ rooms Hampton Inn & Suites 165 Remington Blvd., IL / rooms Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites 205 Remington Blvd. 630/ or 800/Holiday rooms La Quinta Inn 225 W. South Frontage Rd. 630/ rooms Ramada Limited 520 S. Dr. 888/ or 630/ rooms Springhill Suites by Marriott 125 Remington Blvd. 630/ rooms 2 Illinois Aviation Museum at Come experience the history of aviation, from the invention of the first airplane to the modern wonders of air travel. Opening soon.

5 For more information about the Village of, call 630/ or visit our website at Applebee s Bakers Square Bennigan s Bono s Branmor s American Grill Buffalo Wild Things Charlie s Airport Cheddar s Chili s Chinese Buffet Culvers Dean s Grill Denny s Family Square Golden Chopsticks Golden Corral IHOP Joe s Crab Shack Noodles & Company Olive Garden Panera Bread Patio Rancho Santa Fe Red Lobster TGI Fridays The East Room at Golf Club The Nest at Golf Club... and many more. Visit our website at for a complete listing, including pizza and carry out restaurants. Tom Dreesen Celebrity GOLF OUTING at the Golf Club The Tom Dreesen Celebrity Invitational will be held in August The event includes a kickoff party and a Celebrity dinner gala. The celebrities will play competitive rounds of golf on Wednesday from 8 am 5 pm. Tickets will be sold for $10 per day. Call 630/ for more info. Now Open IKEA A 300,000 square-foot facility offering the best in home interiors. Coming Soon Great Places to Shop BASS Pro Shops Outdoor World The ultimate outdoor sporting gear store, Bass Pro offers everything under the sun for outdoor enthusiasts. Opening Spring of 2007 Macy s At Macy's stores, the guest is always first. This guest-focused approach has inspired millions of shoppers to look to Macy's for fashion leadership, superb guest service and a commitment to community involvement. Promenade at Opening Spring of 2007 Performing Arts Center Concerts,Theater, Movies, Community Events. Come experience the hidden "Jewel" of. Performances all summer long. Indoor winter programs also.

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7 CHICAGO PORTAGE Chicago Portage National Historic Site 4800 S. Harlem Ave., Lyons 708/ Marker and 20 foot statue of Marquette and, who realized, in 1673, that a canal would permit continuous travel from Lake Michigan to the Illinois River. Educational tours available. Elmhurst Art Museum 150 Cottage Hill Elmhurst 630/ The museum s award winning modern structure features the Return to Route 66: Photographs from the Mother Road exhibition this summer with tours and educational programs for all ages. Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 S. 104th Avenue or Willow Springs Road, Willow Springs 708/ Forest preserve nature center designed to educate the public about the importance of wildlife and environment. Prestige Comedians, Inc N. Eastlake Ter. Suite 106 Chicago 773/ Prestige Comedians is dedicated to providing seasoned stand up comedians for corporate events. Sante Fe Prairie/Caboose River Road, Hodgkins 708/ , 708/ Historic Prairie site, restored caboose open Saturdays year round 10-2pm. Canoe access to Des Plaines River, fishing, primitive bike trail, birding, geo-cache site, tours available. Free GRUNDY COUNTY Dollinger Family Farm 7420 E. Hansel Rd., Minooka 815/ October brings pumpkins, hayrides, corn maze, farm animals, haunted barn and fun! Civil War Reenactments Oct Grampa Woo III Luxury Yacht 251/ Cruises on the Illinois River from, Morris and aboard a 115 ft. luxury yacht with full bar, climate controlled main salon and two decks. Early to mid-september and back in June. 800/ Heritage Corridor group bookings. Grundy County Corn Festival September 27th - October 1st Enjoy all of the events in Morris during this annual festival. LASALLE COUNTY Apple Tree Alpacas 3037 E 11th Rd., Utica 815/ Loveable alpacas for viewing and petting. Call for hours. Belle of the Rock 1 Dee Bennett Rd., 815/ Regularly scheduled one hour cruises on an authentic paddlewheel boat leaving from Starved Rock State Park. Fee. Breaking the Prairie Museum 901 Washington St., Mendota 815/ This agricultural museum honors farm families, their machinery and livestock. Engle Lane Theatre R.R. 2, Streator 815/ An astonishing wellequipped theatre in its 48th season. Plays and musicals running May- August. Grampa Woo III Luxury Yacht 251/ Cruises on the Illinois River from, Morris and aboard a 115 ft. luxury yacht with full bar, climate controlled main salon and two decks. Early to mid-september and back in June. 800/ Heritage Corridor group bookings. 5

8 Hegeler Carus Mansion & Foundation 1307 Seventh St., LaSalle 815/ A Victorian masterpiece on the National Register of Historic Places. Open Wed- Sun. One hour tours at 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3 pm. Hume Carnegie Museum 901 Washington St., Mendota 815/ Wild Bill Hickok, extensive photographic collection, memorabilia of yesteryear. Special exhibits. Sat & Sun 1-4. LaSalle County Historical Museum Mill & Canal St., Utica 815/ Complex has museum in 1848 warehouse on the I&M Canal, barn, blacksmith shop and school, Native American artifacts. Lincoln- Douglas Debate Memorial Washington Square Park, 815/ Memorial commemorates the location of the first Lincoln-Douglas debate on August 21, 1858 wit heroic-sized bronze statues complete with a reflecting pond outlined in limestone and fountain. Lock #14 Canal Rd., LaSalle Restored to its 1848 condition, this lock is representative of the mid 19th century canal locks. Memorial Park Jordan & Woodland St., Oglesby 815/ WWI, WWII, Korean War and Vietnam memorials, also a WWI restored cannon, Vietnam era helicopter and General Pulaski Monument. Mendota Museum & Historical Society 901 Washington St. Mendota 815/ Hume-Carnegie Museum, Union Depot Railroad Museum and Breaking the Prairie Museum. Open M, W, F M.J. Hogan Grain Elevator 124 W. William St. Seneca 815/ Started in 1861 and completed in 1862, the 75,000 bushel capacity elevator is the last remaining grain elevator along the canal. Riverboat Company Downtown on the Illinois River 815/ s only authentic historical river cruise, offering sight seeing & lunch cruises. Fully narrated, fun for everyone. Available for private groups. May-Oct. Times vary call for details. Scouting Museum 1100 Canal St., 815/ A museum to promote and preserve the colorful and proud traditions of Boy/Girl Scouting and camp fire. Reddick Mansion Association 100 W. Lafayette St., 815/ One of s greatest treasures. You are welcome to visit. Guided tours available by request. The LaSalle County Genealogy Guild 115 West Glover St., 815/ The guild has a membership of 1000 worldwide. People come from all parts of the globe to study their genealogy in the guild s library. Spirit of Peoria 100 NE Water St., Peoria 800/ Historic riverboat cruises to and from Starved Rock aboard our authentic paddle wheeler, featuring old fashioned entertainment. All inclusive. Stage First St., LaSalle 815/ Stage 212 is a community theatre which presents four live productions, fall, winter, spring and summer musicals. Streatorland Historical Society Museum 306 S. Vermillion St., Streator 815/ Displays including 19th century clothing, music room, local artifacts and many photographs depicting Streatorland history. Union Depot Railroad Museum 783 Main St., Mendota 815/ Operating model railroad, locomotive display, and railroad memorabilia. Call for hours. Weber House and Garden 1503 Baker St., Streator 815/ Tudor country cottage set in an acre English garden. Period candlelit rooms. Open year-round. PUTNAM COUNTY Putnam County Historical Society Hennepin 815/ Tours recently restored, redecorated 1844 Pulsifer House. Genealogical historical research facilities. Call for hours. WILL COUNTY Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery S. Diagonal Rd., Elwood 815/ Cemetery named after the 16th President of the United States and designed to serve approximately 750,000 Chicago metropolitan area veterans. 6

9 Aux Sable Aqueduct Tabler & Cemetery Roads, Channahon 815/ Beautifully maintained locktender s house, Lock #8 and aqueduct. Canoe launching facilities. Fishing. Barber & Oberwortmann Horticultural Center 227 N. Gougar Rd. 815/ A 12,000 sq. foot facility adjacent to the Birdhaven Greenhouse feature a multipupose room, resource center, kitchen, Gazebo Gift Shop, and covereddeck. Perfect for weddings, receptions or celebrations. Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park 201 W. Jefferson, 815/ Civic cultural arts center. Indoor theatre/ outdoor band shell set in park in an historic area. Bird Haven Greenhouse & Conservatory 225 N. Gougar Rd., 815/ Lord & Burnham designed this historic house, cacti-room, show house and outdoor gardens. Also visit adjacent Barber & Oberwortmann Agriculture Center. Hours 8-4pm. Performing Arts Center 375 West Briarcliff Road 630/ Concerts, Theater, Movies, Community Events. Come experience the hidden "Jewel" of. Performances all summer long. Indoor winter programs also. Gaylord Building Historic Site 200 W. 8th St., Lockport 815/ I&M Canal Visitors Center, history exhibit, Public Landing Restaurant, tours and events. A National Trust Historic Site, managed by the Canal Corridor Association. Open Tuesday- Sunday. Grampa Woo III Luxury Yacht 251/ Cruises on the Illinois River from, Morris and aboard a 115 ft. luxury yacht with full bar, climate controlled main salon and two decks. Early to mid-september and back in June. 800/ Heritage Corridor group bookings. Aviation Museum at 130 S. Clow International Parkway 630/ Come experience the history of aviation, from the invention of the first airplane to the wonders of modern air travel. Opening Soon. Illinois State Museum & Lockport Gallery Norton Building 201 W. 10th St., Lockport 815/ Changing exhibitions focusing on Illinois art and artifacts. Isle a la Cache Museum 501 East 135 St., Romeoville 815/ Isle a la Cache is designated to 18th century fur trade in this region. Jacob Henry Mansion 20 S. Eastern Ave., 815/ Elegant National Historic Landmark offering the perfect charm for lunch and dinner. Wedding, reception and entertainment packages available. Mystery in the Mansion dinner theatre and live theatre. Groups/tours welcome! Area Historical Museum 204 N. St., 815/ Museum celebrating the themes and experiences of the people who settled in the area, including a Route 66 Welcome Center, temporary exhibit gallery, discovery room, gift shop, café and auditorium. Mosaic Walking Tour 81 N. Chicago St., Self-guided tour of the history of depicted in murals throughout s City Center. Lewis University Phillip Lynch Theatre One University Parkway, Romeoville 815/ Twenty-seven years of quality educational theatre. Diverse selection of productions. M-F 1-4. Libra Three Productions 1416 Glenwood Ave. 815/ Libra Three Productions presents musical events in the Caterpillar Auditorium, Area Historical Museum. Gladys Fox Museum Lockport Township Park District 231 E. 9th St., Lockport 815/ Oldest limestone church in Northern Illinois. Special exhibits, hall rental, history of Dellwood Park. Old Canal Days Lockport 815/ Outside festival, arts, crafts, antique auction, free historic wagon and walking tours, carnival, beer garden, entertainment, parade Friday before event. Always third weekend in June. Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St., 815/ The Rialto Square Theatre serves and greater Will County area as a performing arts center and hosts or presents nearly two hundred events per year from concerts to Broadway plays. Siegel's Cottonwood Farm Weber Road Crest Hill 815/ /304-FARM Siegel's Cottonwood Farm home of the Pumpkinfest and Pirate Treasure 5 mile cornfield maze, see ourpumpkinfarm.com and home of Statesville award winning haunted prison and city of the dead, see statesville.org. Seigel's garden center home of the xtra sweet corn, flowers, plants, and more.. This working farm is located in Crest Hill Illinois. Slovenian Women s Union of America Heritage Museum 431 N. Chicago St., 815/ Open M-F:10am- 2pm. To reach individuals by uniting them through their common interest in Slovenian culture and heritage. Treasured Wooden Creations Peter A. Thorson~Wood Artist S McAllister Rd. Plainfield Office Phone: 815/ Cell Phone: 630/

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11 CHICAGO PORTAGE White Fence Farm Rd. Lemont 630/ GRUNDY COUNTY Cabaret by Marta 200 West Gore Road Morris 815/ Home of the famous Culinary Buffet and 5-Star Spud Bar, large and small party banquet rooms available, Chef s menu offered Chapin s Restaurant 701 N. Liberty Morris 815/ Outstanding dining Experience with a warm and inviting atmosphere Extensive wine selection and spirits, Private Parties, Catering, Take-Out, Mon Sat: 11 am-11pm/1am Seasonal and Holiday Sunday Brunch Maria s Pizza & Restaurant 1591 Division St. Morris 815/ The Olive Branch 200 Gore Rd. Morris 815/ R Place Restaurant 21 Romines Dr. Morris 815/ Rockwell Inn 2400 W. US RT. 6 Morris 815/ LASALLE COUNTY Alberto s 1409 LaSalle St. 815/ Amici Ristoranté 612 4th St. Peru 815/ Cajun Connection 897 E. US RT. 6 Utica 815/ Canal Port Bar & Grill 148 Mill St. Utica 815/ Casa Mia th Ave. Naplate 815/ Excellent dining in casual elegance. A Culinary delight feauting steak, seafood, pasta & unique specials. Cheese Shop 1219 Fulton St. 815/ Common Grounds Book Café 723 S. Clark St. Utica 815/ Country Cupboard Ice Cream Shoppe 402 S. Clark St. Utica 815/ Delaney s Family Restaurant 100 N. Lewis Avenue, Oglesby 815/ Casual dining, full menu. Lunch, dinner, buffets. Sunday brunch, breakfast anytime. Kids menu. Open 7 days. Duffy s Tavern 101 Mill St. Utica 815/ Grizzly Jack s Grand Bear Lodge IL Rt. 178 Utica 1-866/399-FUNN (3866) Hacienda Los Jardines Restaurant, LLC 711 LaSalle St. 815/

12 Triple J Ice Cream 101 Canal Ave., IL / Jacob Henry Mansion 20 S. Eastern Ave. 815/ Public Landing Restaurant 200 W. Eighth St. Lockport 815/ Uptown Grill 601 1st St., LaSalle 815/ Joes Crab Shack 246 S. Weber Rd. 630/ Hi-Way Restaurant 210 W. Norris Dr. 815/ Inn Restaurant at Town & Country Inn 2110 N. Bloomington St. Streator 815/ Jeremiah Joe Coffee 807 LaSalle St. 815/ N. Bloomington St. Streator 815/ JJ s Pub on Main 104 W. Main St. 815/ Sun-Fri 9:00-2:00 Sat 9:00 3:00 Knights of Columbus 806 W. Oakley Ave. Streator 815/ Maple Leaf Park 1318 W. US 34 Earlville 815/ Riverboat Company Downtown on the Illinois River 815/ Skoog s Bar & Grill 155 Mill Street Utica 815/ Casual dining-just minutes from I & M Canal. Classic American cuisine- Serving specials daily- Tuesday thru Sunday 11a.m. 2 p.m. Dinner 5-9 p.m. Starved Rock Lodge Restaurant Rt. 178 & 71, Utica 815/ Tone s Dog House 523 W. Main St. 815/ Tones Cones 523 W. Main St. 815/ WILL COUNTY Barber & Oberwortmann Horticultural Center 227 N. Gougar Rd. 815/ Branmor s American Grill 300 Veteran s Parkway 630/ Café Casablanca Empress Casino 2300 Empress Dr. 888/4-EMPRESS Chester Manor 116 S. Kankakee St. Wilmington 815/ Chipotle 274 S. Weber Rd. 630/ Diamands Family Restaurant 3000 Plainfield Rd. 815/ The East Room- Golf Club 2001 Rodeo Dr. 630/ Marrakech Market Buffet Empress Casino 2300 Empress Dr. 888/4-EMPRESS Merichkas 604 Theodore St. 815/ The Nest- Golf Club 2001 Rodeo Dr. 630/ Olive Garden 215 S. Weber Rd. 630/ Polk A Dot Drive IN 222 N. Front St. Braidwood 815/ Prairie Bluff Country Club Renwick Rd. 815/ Renaissance Center 214 N. St. 815/ Sandwich Shoppe 79 N. Chicago St. 815/ Steakhouse Alex Empress Casino 2300 Empress Dr. 888/4-EMPRESS Tallgrass Restaurant 1006 S. State St. Lockport 815/ Tenth Hole Pub 335 E. Boughton Rd. 630/

13 Where You Belong Enjoy an Outstanding Dining Experience in a Warm & Inviting Atmosphere STEAKS SEAFOOD PASTA CHICKEN AND MORE Comprehensive Wine & Spirit Menu (mid-week Wine and Drink Specials) Outdoor/Sidewalk Cafe & Patio Lunch, Dinner & Spirits Available Mon-Sat: 11am-11pm/1am Closed Sundays (except for private parties, holidays and catered events) 701 N. Liberty St. Morris (815) From the Heart to the Hand A Passion for Creation Hand-crafted Wines, Artisan Cheeses, Gourmet Chocolates Wine Gifts & Accessories, Gallery of Fine Art Free Tastings Open 7 days a week August Hill Winery Tasting Room 106 Mill Street, Utica Open Everyday Monday Thursday 11am to 10pm Friday & Saturday 11am to 11pm Sunday Noon to 10pm UPTOWN Casual Dining 1 Contemporary Cuisine A full menu available all day. Everyday. The most diverse menu in the area and we serve all day everyday. You will find many choices whether your plans include a 3 course dinner or a grazing of our appetizer's and salads for a lighter lunch. Please bring the whole family, the little ones will love the kids meals. Special's are prepared daily and include house made soups, desserts and sauces to accompany the seafood, pasta and other daily choices. All of our steaks are aged and cut in house assuring you the most flavorful and tender steaks available. We challenge you to find a more extensive collection of spirits in the area.we offer a wide variety of single malt scotch, small batch bourbons and premium tequila's among the over 200 items on our back bar. Our wine list has over 80 bottles to choose from including many Gold Medal winners. Private banquet facility accommodates over 100 people. Perfect for both social and corporate events. Seasonal outdoor dining on our screened in patio First Street LaSalle IL

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15 GRUNDY COUNTY Morris County Club 2615 West Rt.6, Morris 815/ Nettle Creek Country Club 5355 N. Saratoga Rd., Morris 815/ LASALLE COUNTY Dayton Ridge Golf Club 376 East 18th Rd. 815/ Deer Park Path Country Club 100 Deer Park Oglesby 815/ Pine Hills Golf Club 1667 N. 2501st Road, 815/ holes, par 72, driving range, pro shop, and restaurant. Prairie Lakes Resort 2550 N 32nd, Marseilles 815/ Senica s Oak Ridge Golf Club, Inc. 658 E. Rt. 6, LaSalle 815/ holes, par 72, driving range, pro shop, and restaurant. South Bluff Golf Course 229 N. 2550th Road Peru 815/ WILL COUNTY Big Run Golf Club W. 135th Street, Lemont 815/ holes, par 72, restaurant Golf Club 2001 Rodeo Drive, 630/ holes, par 72, driving range, pro shop, and restaurant Boughton Ridge Golf Course 335 E. Boughton Road, 630/ holes, par 32, putting green, restaurant. Cog Hill & Country Club Archer Avenue, Lemont 630/ holes, par 72, driving range, pro shop, restaurant. Gleneagles Country Club McCarthy Road, Lemont 630/ holes. Par 70, pro shop, restaurant, banquet facilities Heritage Bluffs Public Golf Course W. Bluff Road, Channahon 815/ holes, par 72, driving range, pro shop, and restaurant. Inwood Golf Course 3200 W. Jefferson Street, 815/ holes, par 71, driving range, pro shop, and restaurant. Mid-Iron Golf Club Bell Road, Lemont 630/ holes, pro in house, rental clubs Old Oak Country Club S. Parker Road, Homer Glen 708/ holes, par 71, banquet facility Prairie Bluff Public Golf Club Renwick Road, Lockport 815/ holes, par 35, pro shop Ruffled Feathers Golf & Country Club 1 Pete Dye Drive, Lemont 630/ holes, open to public Wedgewood Golf Course Route 59 & Caton Farm Road, 815/ holes, par 72, driving range, pro shop. Woodbine Golf Course W. 151st Street, Homer Glen 708/ holes, par 70, pro shop, restaurant, banquets Woodruff Golf Course 621 N. Gougar Road, 815/ holes, par 68, pro shop. 13

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17 GRUNDY COUNTY Gebhard Woods State Park 401 St., Morris 815/ Ballfield, fishing ponds, picnic shelters, hiking, biking, bird watching, ice fishing, ice skating and snowmobiling. Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area 5010 N. Jugtown Rd., Morris 815/ The largest tall grass prairie in Illinois. Hiking and cross country skiing. LASALLE COUNTY Black Sock Training Stable Inc W. 31st Rd., 815/ A variety of equestrian services for beginning to advanced riders. Personalized professional instruction and scheduled rides. Buffalo Rock State Park R.R. 1, 815/ Park has ball diamonds, picnic areas, biking, bird watching, canoeing, hiking, snowmobiling and cross country skiing. Two live American Bison at the park for viewing as well as other wildlife. Illini State Park 2660 E. 2350th Rd., Marseilles 815/ Come visit us and enjoy watching the sights and sounds of nature at its best. LaSalle Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area 2660 E. 2350th Rd., Marseilles 815/ acre lake with a rocky shoreline. Wildlife refuge, fishing, biking, bird watching, picnicking. Waterfowl refuge. Matthiessen State Park Rt. 178, Utica 815/ Five miles of hiking trails into a canyon and around a bluff. Hike along the Vermillion River. Starved Rock Stables RR1 & Rt. 71, Oglesby 815/ Guided trail rides, hayrides, bonfires and much more. All with courteous staff. April- November weather permitting. Starved Rock State Park Rt. 178, Utica 815/ Hiking trails, canoe rental, horse rental, and boat rides. Lodge, campground, guided hikes and visitors center. 13 miles of horse trails and equestrian campground. WILL COUNTY Billie Limacher Will- Bicentennial Park 201 W. Jefferson St., 815/ Civic cultural arts center. Indoor theatre/ outdoor band shell set in a park in an historic area. Park District 201 Recreation Dr., 630/ Providing over 2,100 opportunities for recreation. Relax, have fun and embrace the power of recreation. Camp Sagawau I-55 South exit on 83 to 11th St. Turn left and go a short distance to Camp entrance on left. 630/ Offers educational nature programs and features a 100,000 year old canyon to observe along with unusual and uncommon plants as well as many animals roaming and growing among the region s bedrock and dolomite limestone. 15

18 Channahon State Park 2 W. Story St., Channahon 815/ Two Illinois & Michigan Canal locks and the restored locktender s house. Picnicking, tent camping, fishing and canoeing. Des Plaines Conservation Area N. River Rd., Wilmington 815/ acres of water including a 2.5 acre lake. Camping, fishing, boating, picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, hunting. Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail Channahon State Park, Channahon 815/ mile continuous trail running from Brandon Road in Rockdale to LaSalle/Peru following the historic I&M Canal. Illinois & Michigan Canal Trail Willow Springs 8.9 mile double loop paved trail. Perfect for hiking, biking, cross country skiing or roller-blading. Lake Renwick Heron Rookery Nature Preserve Renwick Rd., Plainfield 815/ Nature preserve, bird watching, herons, rookery, park, lake, egrets, forest preserve. Messenger Woods Homer Glen 815/ One of the oldest of Will County s forest preserves where visitors can enjoy the few remaining forests in Northeastern Illinois that have not been altered by grazing, cutting, farming, or development. Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie S. State St., Wilmington 815/ The largest publicly owned open space in northeastern Illinois. Stop and visit the new Welcome Center to learn about the large scale prairie restoration project. Welcome Center hours 8-4:30 pm, M-F and most Saturdays in the summer. Three miles of primitive hiking trails. Sugar Creek Preserve Trail and Administration Center FPD of Will County W. Laraway Rd., 815/ Forest Preserve District of Will County Cherry Hill Rd., 815/ Preserves and improves public lands for the enjoyment of and use by the public. 16

19 Historic Lockport Come for a day- or a lifetime Discover the enchantment of the past in the present. Visit Lockport s historic district where you ll explore the heritage of this architecturally-rich canalside community. From the Gaylord Building, an 1838 National Trust historic site, to the Gladys Fox Museum, to the Central Block there is something for everyone. After delving into the past, encounter the excitement of the present by hiking or biking the I & M Canal Trail or playing a round of golf at the Prairie Bluff Public Golf Course. When you re ready to slow things down, shop in the many quaint stores for gifts, antiques, and collectibles. Then relax as you dine in one of the many fine restaurants tucked inside historic structures, such as the Public Landing Restaurant. Lockport is located just 35 miles southwest of Chicago and 5 miles north of. Lockport is accessible off of Interstates 55 & 80 & 355 via Routes 7 & 171. Discover the Wilmington Area Scenic parks, tranquil fishing hotspots, tallgrass prairies, a quaint yet lively downtown, and historic Route 66 are only some of the things that make Wilmington a wonderful place to live, work and play. And there is plenty of room to grow your business in Wilmington. DesPlaines Conservation Area Heidecke Lake Kankakee River Mazonia State Fish & Wildlife Area For information on business development opportunities call photo by Pam Monson Gladys Fox Museum Constructed as a church from native quarry stone in 1839, the Gladys Fox Museum has been beautifully restored and remains a historic cornerstone of Lockport. It contains both event space and exhibits with historical photographs and memorabilia of Dellwood Park and the I&M Canal. Central Square Old Public Square now houses City, Township and Park District offices. Displays of historic pictures throughout all three floors. Prairie Bluff Public Golf Club The course includes a challenging regionally acclaimed 18- hole course, a learning center, and a clubhouse with a pro shop, restaurant, and banquet hall. The Gaylord Building More than 160 years ago, the Gaylord Building played a role in the creation of the I & M Canal, the final link in America s great 19th century water highway system. Today the Gaylord Building is a gateway to the I & M Canal National Heritage Corridor. Visitors can explore the building s exhibits and enjoy a meal in its Public Landing Restaurant. (815)

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21 GRUNDY COUNTY Comfort Inn 70 W. Gore Road, Morris 815/ Holiday Inn 200 Gore Road, Morris 815/ Park Motel 1923 N. Division Street, Morris 815/ Days Inn 120 N. Lewis Avenue, Oglesby 815/ by4593 Fox River Bed and Breakfast 3367 E 2072nd Rd., 815/ Fox River Historic Bed and Breakfast. Affordable getaways near Starved Rock, Canoe the fox or just relax. Grizzly Jack s Grand Bear Lodge IL Rt. 178 Utica 866/399-FUNN (3866) Hickory Hollow Frontage Road at I-80 & I-178, Utica 815/ Inn Restaurant at Town & Country Inn 2110 N. Bloomington St. Streator 815/ La Quinta Inn 4389 Venture Drive, Peru 815/ Kishauwau on the Vermilion 901 N Road, Tonica 800/ Landers House 115 East Church Street, Utica 815/ Lord Stockings Bed & Breakfast 803 3rd Avenue, Mendota 815/ LASALLE COUNTY Brightwood Inn 2407 N. Rt. 178, Oglesby 888/ Fox River Eagle View Cabin Rental 1914 N.2959th Rd 815/ Located on scenic Fox River. Fully equipped cabin. Romantic, Private, Family Fun. Minutes from Starved Rock. Frontier Lodge & Conference Center P.O. Box 136, Utica 815/ A Wild West water park adventure! Condo sales Opening 2007 Hampton Inn 4115 Holiday Lane, 800/HAMPTON Holiday Inn Express 900 Holiday Street, Oglesby 815/ or 800/HOLIDAY Holiday Inn Express 120 W. Stevenson Road, 815/ Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center Rt. 178 & 71, Utica 815/ Super 8 Motel 1705 N. Bloomington St., Streator 815/ Town & Country Inn 2110 N. Bloomington Street, Streator 815/ Troll Hollow Campground 2265 N Road, Marseilles 815/ Marcia s Bed & Breakfast 3003 N. IL Rt. 71, 815/ html 19

22 Starved Rock Lodge Restaurant Rt. 178 & 71, Utica 815/ Starved Rock Harbor Villas & Suites 1 Dee Bennett Road, 815/ Starved Rock Inn Rt. 178 & Rt. 6, Utica 815/ The Willows 325 Clark St., Utica 815/ WILL COUNTY AmericInn Lodge & Suites 175 W. Remington Blvd., 630/ Best Western Inn & Suites 4380 Enterprise Drive, 815/ Comfort Inn North 3235 Norman Avenue, 815/ NorthCI@tharaldson.com Comfort Inn South 135 S. Larkin Avenue, 815/ or 800/ SouthCI@tharaldson.com Country Inn & Suites by Carlson 1265 Lakeview Drive, Romeoville 630/ Empress Casino Hotel 2300 Empress Drive, 888/4-EMPRESS Empress RV Resort 2300 Empress Drive, 888/4EMPRESS Fairfield Inn North 3239 Norman Avenue, 815/ NorthFF@tharaldson.com Fairfield Inn South 1501 Riverboat Center, 815/ or 800/ SouthFF@tharaldson.com Fossil Rock Recreation W. Strip Mine Rd., Wilmington 815/ or 815/ Green Fields Campground, Inc W. Schweitzer Rd., Elwood 815/ or 815/ Camping available during NASCAR and IRL races. 1.5 miles east of Chicagoland Speedway. Hampton Inn I Mall Loop Drive, 815/ Hampton Inn I Riverboat Center, 815/ Hampton Inn Suites 165 Remington Blvd., 630/ s.com Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites 205 Remington Blvd., 630/ or 800/HOLIDAY Holiday Inn Convention Center 411 S. Larkin Avenue, 815/ or 800/HOLIDAY La Quinta Inn 225 W. South Frontage Road, 630/ or 800/ Leisure Lake Resort S.W. Frontage Road, 815/ Prairie View RV Park Schweitzer Road, Elwood 815/ Ramada Limited 520 S. Drive, 888/ or 630/ Race View Farms 2618 S. Chicago Street, 815/ Ramada Limited South 1520 Commerce Lane, 815/ Springhill Suites by Marriott 125 Remington Blvd., 630/ Super Marquette Drive, Romeoville 630/ or 800/ Super 8 North 3401 Mall Loop Drive, 815/ Wingate Inn 101 McDonald Avenue, 815/

23 BE OUR GUEST... JOLIET JOLIET JOLIET BOLINGBROOK ROMEOVILLE Best Western Inn & Suites Comfort Inn North Comfort Inn South Empress Casino Fairfield Inn South Hampton Inn I Hampton Inn I Holiday Inn Express Ramada Inn Limited Super 8 North Wingate Inn AmericInn Lodge & Suites La Quinta Springhill Suites Comfort Inn Country Inn & Suites Fairfield Inn North Motel 6 South Soar Like An Eagle With Starved Rock Realty Let us help you find your dream home. Starved Rock Realty Starved Rock Realty 620 Division Street Rt. 178 Utica, IL Starved Rock Harley-Davidson/Buell 750 Centennial Drive, I-80,exit90,S.1block,LeftonEtna,1 2mileonleft Shop On-line 815/ Store Hours: M F Sat 9am 4pm 9am 7pm Sun 11am 3pm M F Sat 9am 4pm 9am 6pm Sun Closed Service Hours: Credit Cards Accepted: Visa MasterCard Discover American Express LEARNTORIDE:RIDERS EDGECOURSEOFFERED Corporate Business Retreats Banquets Weddings Entertainment Plan your next family adventure or quiet retreat with us... we have it all! Hiking Canyons/Waterfalls Great Packages Indoor Pool/Hot Tub Fireplaces Boating/Fishing Canoeing & Rafting Horseback Riding Picnic Areas Starved Rock Lodge AND CONFERENCE CENTER At Starved Rock State Park P.O. Box 570, Rt. 178 & 71 Utica, IL (800) 868-ROCK (7625) Fax: (815) Website: 21

24 ILLINOIS & MICHIGAN CANAL BUR LA SA GROVE 52 River Little Vermilion River SHERIDAN Fox MILLINGTON NEWARK 80 PERU 351 LA SALLE Lock #15 Lock #14 Little Vermilion River Aqueduct TONICA 44 18? OGLESBY Hegeler Carus Mansion Matthiessen State Park 44 Split Rock 178 I & M I&M Canal State Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau Starved Rock Lock and Dam Vermilion UTICA LaSalle County Historical Society Starved Rock State Park 71 River Trail Canal 8 Illinois Waterway Visitor Center Dee Bennett Road 23? 6 STREATOR Lock #12 6 Effigy Tumuli Naplate Buffalo Rock State Park Lock #11 LA SALLE CO. LIVINGSTON CO. GRAND RIDGE OTTAWA Scouting Toll Museum House Washington Park Fox River Aqueduct Reddick Mansion Illinois North? I&M Canal State Trail River Marseilles Lock Fox River I & M Canal Illini State Park RANSOM Marseilles Dam? MARSEILLES Lock #10 Lock #9 M.J. Hogan Grain Elevator LaSalle Lake I&M Canal North Kickapoo Creek 6 SENECA 170 LA SALLE CO. GRUNDY CO. 41 Union St. LA SALLE CO. GRUNDY CO. I & M Canal Old Illinois River Trail access point NORWAY 6? MAZON 52 KENDALL CO. GRUNDY CO. Stage Waupecan Nettle I&M Canal State MORRIS Trail Headquarters Creek Gebhard Woods SP 47 Road Creek MORRIS Historic canal towns 113 LISBON? Nettle Creek Aqueduct W.G. Stratton State Park Cemetery Road Heidecke State Fish & Wildlife Area Carbon Hill Jugtown Road Aux Lock # Locktender Hous Heidecke Lake Pine Bluff Ro Mazon River ad CO I&M Canal Trail Lock? Aqueduct Visitor information Corridor boundary 41 VISITORS CENTERS Heritage Corridor CVB 175 W. Remington, IL / Heritage Corridor CVB 81 N. Chicago St., IL /926-CANAL or 815/

25 NATIONAL HERITAGE CORRIDOR d ecke ish & Area Lock #8 YORKVILLE 47 Aux cktender's House idecke Lake Sa Sable Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area Road Lorenzo Road Hill 30 COAL CITYC DIAMOND 555? 80 Aux Sable Aqueduct 29 Aux Sable Creek Dresden Island Lock and Dam GRUNDY CO. WILL CO. 38 Creek I & M Canal McKinley Woods 80 BRAIDWOODB MINOOKA Lock #6 Lock # Des Plaines State Conservation Area OSWEGO 126 KENDALL CO. WILL CO CHANNAHON Locktender's House Channahon State Park? Des Plaines State Conservation Area WILMINGTON Kankakee Du Page River SHOREWOOD River I&M Canal State Trail Des Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie PLAINFIELD Lake Renwick Heron Rookery Nature Preserve I & M Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery Plaines Houbolt Rd. Canal? ELWOOD ROCKDALE ? JOLIET Billie Limacher Will- Bicentennial Park River 0 4 Kilometers 0 4 Miles Renwick Road Plainfield Road Du Page Brandon Road Lock and Dam 53 DU PAGE CO. WILL CO. ALT? 52 NAPERVILLE River Veterans Woods ROMEOVILLE Isle a la Cache Museum? MANHATTAN BOLINGBROOK Pilcher Park Keepataw Preserve NEW LENOX WOODRIDGE Black Partridge Woods Nature Preserve LEMONT 80 DOWNERS GROVE 171 MOKENA 9 RIVERSIDE CLARENDON LA GRANGE HILLS PARK RIVERSIDE BERWYN WESTMONT HINSDALE WESTERN BROOKFIELD SPRINGS 43 CICE LA GRANGE STICKNEY LYONS Chicago Portage FOREST WILLOWBROOK National Historic Site VIEW DARIEN WILL CO. COOK CO. 83 Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve St. James of the Sag Church and Cemetery Sag Quarries Camp Sagawau Homer Glen I&M Canal Visitor Center/ Runyon Preserve Gaylord Building Lockport Prairie LOCKPORT Nature Preserve Will Co. Historical Society Museum Lock #1? Lockport Lock and Dam Gaylord Donnelley Canal Trail Dellwood Park 7 Lock #2 7 7 Lock # Lock #4 Old Illinois State Penitentiary Iron Works Historic Site Union Station Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau Gougar Road Hickory I & M Rd. Canal Centennial Trail 135th St. Creek Des 45 Plaines? 83 6 FRANKFORT n Ave. ORLAND PARK ORLAND HILLS DU PAGE CO. COOK CO. 57 MONEE COUNTRYSIDE ? HICKORY BRIDGEVIEW HILLS WORTH PALOS PARK Lake Katherine Nature Preserve PALOS HEIGHTS TINLEY PARK MATTESON RICHTON PARK PALOS HILLS 83 COUNTRY CLUB HILLS UNIVERSITY PARK MC COOK BURR HODGKINS SUMMIT RIDGE Deep Tunnel (TARP) 171 Santa Fe Prairie BEDFORD WILLOW JUSTICE PARK SPRINGS Heritage Corridor BURBANK River I&M Canal Bicycle Trail Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center Palos & Sag Valley Forest Preserves Harlem Ave. Convention and Visitors Bureau 7 CHICAGO RIDGE ALSIP CRESTWOOD OAK FOREST PARK FOREST MIDLOTHIAN OAK LAWN MARKHAM HARVEY 6 HAZEL CREST RI HOMEWOOD THORN FLOSSMOOR OLYMPIA FIELDS CHICAGO HEIGHTS FORD 1 HEIGHTS SOUTH CHICAGO HEIGHTS STEGER ROBBINS CRETE Har Chic & Chica Midw Airpo HOMETOWN EVERG PA MERRIONETT PARK BLUE ISLAND Calumet Sag C DIXMOOR GLENWO S VIL COOK C WILL CO Heritage Corridor CVB Utica 801 E. US. Highway 6 Utica, IL / or 815/ Heritage Corridor CVB Bedford Park 7800 W. 65th St. Bedford Park, IL / Grundy County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center Morris 909 N. Liberty St. Morris, IL 815/ I&M Canal Visitor Center Lockport 200 W. 8th St. Lockport, IL 815/ Visitors Center 100 W. Lafayette, IL 815/ Streator Tourism Center Streator 204 S. Bloomington St. Streator, IL 888/ /

26 WILL COUNTY LODGING & ACCOMMODATIONS ACCOMMODATIONS CHART KEY: ER = Exercise Room O = Outdoor Pool S = Sauna I = Indoor Pool W = Whirlpool RR = Recreation Room A = Adjacent Location X = Yes WP = With Permission Number of Rooms Handicap Access Elevator Pets Allowed Comp. Breakfast Restaurant Lounge Entertainment Meeting Rooms/ Max. # Shuttle/Courtesy Van Recreation MC - MasterCard D - Discover V - Visa AE - American Express * All major credit cards AmericInn Lodge & Suites 175 W. Remington Blvd., 630/ Best Western Inn & Suites 4380 Enterprise Drive, 815/ Comfort Inn North 3235 Norman Avenue, 815/ Comfort Inn South 135 S. Larkin Avenue, 815/ or 800/ Country Inn & Suites by Carlson 1265 Lakeview Drive, Romeoville 630/ Empress Casino Hotel 2300 Empress Drive, EMPRESS Fairfield Inn North 3239 Norman Avenue, 815/ or 800/ Fairfield Inn South 1501 Riverboat Center, 815/ or 800/ Hampton Inn I Mall Loop Drive, 815/ Hampton Inn I Riverboat Center, 815/ Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites 205 Remington Blvd., 630/ or 800/HOLIDAY La Quinta Inn 225 W. South Frontage Road, 630/ Ramada Limited 520 S. Drive, 888/ or 630/ Ramada Limited South 1520 Commerce Lane, 815/ Springhill Suites by Marriott 125 Remington Blvd., 630/ Super 8 North 3401 Mall Loop Drive, 815/ X X X X X 30 ER, I, W 62 X X X 24 X ER, I, W 64 X X X X I, W 67 X X X X I, W 82 X X X A A 12 X ER, I, W 102 X X X A A X I, W 63 X X X X I, W 64 X X X 20 I, W 106 X X X A ER, I, W 89 X X X A 12 I, W 145 X X WP X X X X ER, I, RR, W, S 99 X X X X 40 ER, I, W 60 X X X 30 I, W W 70 X X X 50 I, W 82 X X X A A 20 X ER, I, W 62 X X X X 20 X I, W 64 room hotel includes indoor pool and whirlpool. Private spa & fireplace suites, free enhanced continental breakfast, exercise rooms, cable TV with HBO. * New property offering best business class rooms, two line telephones, dataports. Indoor pool and hot tub. Free continental breakfast. Fax, copier,business classrooms, 24 hour coffee. * Newly renovated, only moments away from: Empress and Harrah s Casinos, Route 66, Chicagoland Speedway and shopping. * Features 84 rooms with country style décor. All rooms offer in-room coffee, hairdryer and iron and boards, and free high speed internet. * Adjacent to casino. Features 80 rooms, 22 suites, indoor pool, whirlpool, exercise room. 80 space RV Resort located next to the hotel. * 63 rooms, friendly, quality service. Group and extended stay rates available. Indoor pool and whirlpool. * Built for the business or leisure traveler. Indoor pool/hot tub, complimentary breakfast and service so good, you ll return. * The hotel offers guests outstanding servce, laundry facility, indoor swimming pool and whirlpoool, cardiovascular fitness facility and a complimentatry deluxe breakfast bar. * The hotel offers guests outstanding servce, laundry facility, indoor swimming pool and whirlpoool, cardiovascular fitness facility and a complimentatry deluxe breakfast bar. * New full service hotel, restaurant, room service, indoor pool, fitness center, banquet (250 max.) and meeting (700 theater style max.) facilities. * Whirlpool suites, cable TV, pay per view movies, microwaves, refrigerators, laundry facilities and business services. Pets are allowed with a charge. * Indoor pool, hot tub, Jacuzzi suites, dataport, voic , business center, guest laundry, conference room, and upgrded amenities. * Close to Empress & Harrah s Casinos, Rialto Theatre, Route 66 Raceway and Tweeter Center. Ask about special rates. * All suite hotel, located at I-55 exit 267 in. Room service available. * Indoor pool, spa, Jacuzzi suites, guest laundry. * 24

27 WILL COUNTY LODGING & ACCOMMODATIONS CAMPING CHART KEY: I = Indoor Pool L = Lake F = Fishing O = Outdoor Pool R = River X = Yes A = Adjacent Location WP = With Permission Number of Rooms Handicap Access Elevator Pets Allowed Comp. Breakfast Restaurant Lounge Entertainment Meeting Rooms/ Max. # Shuttle/Courtesy Van Recreation MC - MasterCard D - Discover V - Visa AE - American Express * All major credit cards Wingate Inn 101 McDonald Avenue, 815/ X X WP X 50 ER.I RR, W Indoor pool,, hot tub, Jacuzzi suites. Free High Speed Internet. Free Business Center. Built for business.* WILL COUNTY CAMPING AREAS CAMPING CHART KEY: I = Indoor Pool L = Lake F = Fishing O = Outdoor Pool R = River X = Yes A = Adjacent Location WP = With Permission Season Number of Sites Store Electrical Hookups Water Hookups Sewer Hookups Handicap Accessible Pets Allowed Restaurant Recreation MC - MasterCard D - Discover V - Visa AE - American Express * All major credit cards Empress RV Resort 2300 Empress Drive, 888/4EMPRESS Fossil Rock Recreation Area W. Strip Mine Rd., Wilmington 815/ or 815/ Green Fields Campground, Inc W. Schweitzer Rd., Elwood 815/ Leisure Lake Resort S.W. Frontage Road, 815/ Prairie View RV Schweitzer Road, Elwood 815/ & 815/ Race View Farms 2618 S. Chicago St., 815/ /1-80 X X X X X X A 10/31 All 215 X X F Year Race 250 X X X Events All 189 X X X X X X X L,F, Year O Race 80 X Season Race 500 X Events Twelve acres. Water, electric, TV hookups, waste station, laundry, showers, individual patios. Good Sam Club. * Open year round with beach, fishing, fossil hunting, horse shoes, and playground. Water, electric, septic, and showers available. Close to NASCAR and Rt. 66 raceways. Camping for NASCAR, IRL and other events at Chicagoland speedway and Route 66 Raceway. We offer shuttle, showers, portable restrooms with sinks, water and septic service. 96 acre camp resort with fishing lake, pool and beach plus many more activities. Immediately adajacent to Chciagland Speedway and near Route 66 Raceway. We offer showers, portable potties, sinks, water, waste and trash removal. Horse drawn rides available. RV, camper and car parking during major events at Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway. GRUNDY COUNTY LODGING & ACCOMMODATIONS HOTEL CHART KEY: ER = Exercise Room O = Outdoor Pool S = Sauna I = Indoor Pool W = Whirlpool RR = Recreation Room A = Adjacent Location X = Yes WP = With Permission Number of Rooms Handicap Access Elevator Pets Allowed Comp. Breakfast Restaurant Lounge Entertainment Meeting Rooms/ Max. # Shuttle/Courtesy Van Recreation MC - MasterCard D - Discover V - Visa AE - American Express * All major credit cards Comfort Inn 70 W. Gore Road, Morris 815/ Holiday Inn 200 Gore Road, Morris 815/ Park Motel 1923 N. Division Street, Morris 815/ fax 815/ X X X I, W 120 X X WP X X X X 200 I 24 A Comfort Inn offers our guests an atmosphere that is friendly, courteous, and above all fun. Newly remodeled rooms. Indoor pool/hot tub, coffee makers, iron/board, hairdryers in all rooms. Free Continental Breakfast. Pets Allowed.* Grundy County s only full service hotel. Newly remodeled. Indoor swimming pool. Free coffee in the AM. Free cookies in the PM. * Clean & quiet. By lake, AARP discount. Parking outside room. Free HBO, ESPN, Golf Course 2 miles. * 25

28 LASALLE COUNTY LODGING & ACCOMMODATIONS HOTEL CHART KEY: ER = Exercise Room O = Outdoor Pool S = Sauna I = Indoor Pool W = Whirlpool RR = Recreation Room A = Adjacent Location x = Yes WP = With Permission Number of Rooms Handicap Access Elevator Pets Allowed Comp. Breakfast Restaurant Lounge Entertainment Meeting Rooms/ Max. # Shuttle/Courtesy Van Recreation MC - MasterCard D - Discover V - Visa AE - American Express * All major credit cards Days Inn 120 N. Lewis Avenue, Oglesby 815/ Fox River Bed and Breakfast 3367 E 2072nd Rd, IL / Fox River Eagle View Cabin Rental 1914 N.2959th Rd 815/ Frontier Lodge & Conference Center P.O. Box 136 Utica, IL / Grizzly Jack s Grand Bear Lodge 2643 N. Rt. 178, Utica 815/ Hampton Inn 4115 Holiday Lane, 815/ or 800/HAMPTON Holiday Inn Express 900 Holiday Street, Oglesby 815/ or 800/HOLIDAY Holiday Inn Express 120 W. Stevenson Road, 815/ La Quinta Inn 4389 Venture Drive, Peru 815/ Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center Rt. 178 & 71, Utica 815/ Super 8 Motel 1705 N. Bloomington Street, Streator 815/ / Town & Country Inn 2110 N. Bloomington Street, Streator 815/ x WP x A A 40 I, W 5 x 5 x x x x 500 x x x x x 188 x x x x x x x 64 x x WP x 45 ER, I, W 68 x x WP x 24 I, W 70 x x WP x 50 I, W 65 x x WP x 50 I, W, ER 94 x x x x x 200 I, S, W 38 x x x 25 ER, I 96 WP x x x x 200 ER, I, W I-39, exit 54. Spacious work area suites. Five miles from Starved Rock, free HBO, Disney, ESPN. Deluxe continental breakfast, extremely clean rooms, friendly staff. * Fox River Historic Bed and Breakfast. Affordable getaways near Starved Rock, Canoe the fox or just relax. Located on scenic Fox River! Fully equipped cabin! Romantic, Private, Family Fun! Minutes from Starved Rock! A Wild West water park adventure! Condo sales Opening Grizzly Jack s Grand Bear Lodge and vacation villas are an indoor water park resort with 88 hotel rooms & 100 vacation villas. Featuring a Grand Ball Room as banquet facility. V, MC, AE Free breakfast bar daily, free local phone calls, business center. 100% satisfaction guarantee. * Indoor pool and whirlpool, free breakfast buffet bar, in room movies. Whirlpool rooms available. * Just ten minutes from Starved Rock State Park. Indoor pool and whirlpool, complimentary breakfast bar. * Indoor pool and spa. Complimentary continental breakfast bar. Game room, gorgeous atmosphere and more. * Full service banquet and conference center facilities in a unique setting. Excellent cuisine and professional staff. 94 rooms & cabins in deluxe resort facility. Nestled in beautiful Starved Rock State Park. * Indoor heated pool, continental breakfast, hot tub suite, family suites with 3 queen beds. Children under 12 stay free. Free Contiinental Brakfast. Free Local calls. High Speed Internet. * Indoor pool and whirlpool. Deluxe complimentary continental brakfast. Family suites, whirlpoos suite, and executive suite available. Restaurant, bar and banquet facitilties on premis. Well kept, older property. Owned by the same family since * 26

29 LASALLE COUNTY BED & BREAKFASTS BED & BREAKFASTS, INNS & COTTAGES CHART KEY: O = Outdoor Pool S = Sauna I = Indoor Pool W = Whirlpool A = Adjacent Location x = Yes WP = With Permission Number of Rooms Private Baths Children Permitted Handicap Accessible Pets Allowed Smoking Comp. Breakfast Restaurant Recreation MC - MasterCard D - Discover V - Visa AE - American Express * All major credit cards Brightwood Inn 2407 N. Rt. 178, Oglesby 815/ / Kishauwau on the Vermilion 901 N Road, Tonica 800/ Landers House Country Lodging 115 East Church Street, Utica 815/ Lord Stockings Bed & Breakfast 803 3rd Avenue, Mendota 815/ Marcia s Bed & Breakfast I-80 & Rt. 71, 815/ Starved Rock Adventures Harbor Villas & Suites 1 Dee Bennett Road, 815/ Starved Rock Inn Rt. 178 & Rt. 6, Utica 815/ Starved Rock Lodge - Cabins Rt. 178 & Rt. 6, Utica 815/ /868-ROCK The Willows 5 Clark Street, Utica 815/ WP x x x A x x W 9 9 x x x x W 5 1 x 4 2 WP * x A x 6 x x x x A 8 8 x x 22 x x x x A L, W S 9 9 x x x W New country inn, luxurious rooms with Jacuzzis and fireplaces. Dining & cocktails. Near state parks. Stress free Quiet, sedate, romantic. Packages.* Sixteen housekeeping cottages. Full kitchens, twelve baths with whirlpools. Clean, comfortable, cozy. Modern and quiet. MC, V Four cottages with whirlpools, wet bars, fireplaces, loftbedrooms, skylights and private porches. Cozy rooms with private baths. Full breakfast included. deluxe suite and 4 cozy rooms. MC, V Three-story victorian home, well tended lawns, an English garden, close to Starved Rock State Park. Private cottage, farm, horses, Starved Rock Area, four rooms, private/shared bath, cozy, real and reasonable. Waterfront family villas and suites. 1-2 bedroom housekeeping units. Deluxe & unique. Open April through October. MC, V, D Eight room rustic country inn, decorated in handcrafted wood furnishings. A unique tranquil get-away. * Private cottage suite, 4 rooms, horses, farm, close to state parks, continental breakfast, quiet, secure, comfortable. Affordable luxury. Nine suites in this reproduction historic building. Fireplaces, Jacuzzis, full kitchens, and more. Downtown Utica. * LASALLE COUNTY CAMPING AREAS CAMPING CHART KEY: I = Indoor Pool L = Lake F = Fishing O = Outdoor Pool R = River X = Yes A = Adjacent Location WP = With Permission Season Number of Sites Store Electrical Hookups Water Hookups Sewer Hookups Handicap Accessible Pets Allowed Restaurant Recreation MC - MasterCard D - Discover V - Visa AE - American Express * All major credit cards Hickory Hollow Frontage Road at I-80 & I-178, Utica 815/ Troll Hollow Campground 2265 N Road, Marseilles 815/ / X X X X X O 11/1 5/ X X X WP A F, R 10/31 Sixteen acres in the country with 100 plus sites. Sewer, electric, store, laundry, showers and wash station. Scenic wooded campground. Especially catering to the needs of seasonal campers. Overnight campers also welcome. 27

30 starvedrockarea 10 THINGS TO GO, SEE, AND DO IN LASALLE COUNTY 1. Stand where Abraham Lincoln's voice was first heard. 2. Explore 18 lush canyons and sparkling waterfalls. 3. Relish a LaSalle County original a pork tenderloin sandwich. 4. Watch an American Bald Eagle soar overhead. 5. Cross-country ski at Matthiessen State Park. 6. Plunge down an indoor waterpark adventure slide. 7. Hop on a bike and ride the I & M Canal. 8. Tour a unique home and garden that has been a get-away for Hollywood celebrities. 9. Discover an Architectural Masterpiece by strolling through an ,000 sq. ft. mansion. 10. Shop a charming 19th century downtown district, view vivid outdoor murals depicting the area's colorful past. fun attractions state parks historic sites lodging hiking & biking trails For lodging information: LASALLE Features: On The House HOT Breakfast FREE High Speed Internet Access Indoor Pool & Whirlpool 10 Minutes From Casinos Special Group Rates Available 100% Satisfaction Guarantee Million Dollar Renovation I-80 completed 4th quarter 2006 I-55 completed 1st quarter 2007 The 1876 Hegeler Carus Mansion 1307 Seventh Street La Salle, IL Tours: Wednesdays - Sundays Noon, 1 pm, 2 pm, & 3 pm

31 Where Lincoln's Voice Was First Heard! Home of the famous Culinary Buffet and 5-Star Spud Bar! Large and Small Party Banquet Rooms Available Chef s menu offered 200 West Gore Road (Holiday I-80 & Rt 47) Morris 815/ / Located minutes from Starved Rock State Park, we invite you to experience our many attractions and activities. Visit "Old Town," our elite shopping and dining district featuring everything from turn-of-the-century architecture to a Cabaret Theater offering musicals, comedies, revues and children's shows. Take a pleasurable riverboat cruise on the Illinois River or enjoy the Scouting Museum. Be adventurous by skydiving, canoeing or biking the I&M Canal. Educate yourself by touring the historic Reddick Mansion or enjoying a mural tour or a tour of Washington Square, site of the first Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas debate in Explore our heritage and recreational outlets while being surrounded by the area's diverse natural beauty. Contact the Visitors Center for an "Experience " magazine or for lodging information. Visitors Center 100 W. Lafayette Street, Illinois Toll-Free 888.OTTAWA.IL 29

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33 CHICAGO PORTAGE Paper Alley 314 Canal St., Lemont 630/ Custom printed invitations and announcements for weddings, showers, births and more. Distinctive stationary items, party favors and gifts. GRUNDY COUNTY Morris Antique Emporium 112 W. Washington St., Morris 815/ Unique 125 year old building. Three plus floors, multi dealer emporium. Open 7 days a week. LASALLE COUNTY Apple Tree Alpacas 723 S. Clark St., Utica 815/ Fabulous apparel, softest yarns and roving. Call for hours. August Hill Winery 106 Mill St., Utica 815/ Offers a variety of excellent wines and gifts. Boggio s Orchard and Produce Rt. 71, Granville 815/ July- December 6am- 6 pm Fresh vegetables, bakery, fudge, jar products, u-pick, apples, pumpkins, petting zoo, corn maze, pedal cars, food stands. Book Mouse, Inc. 820 LaSalle St., 815/ Independent full service bookstore. Hardcovers, paperbacks, magazines, cards. Knowledgeable, friendly staff. Cattails Gift Shop Route 178 & Route 6, Utica 815/ Unique gifts including prints, candles, florals, jewelry and garden. Starved Rock wine and wine accessories at the cottage. Open every day except Christmas. Clark St. Studio 409 S. Clark St., Utica 815/ Offers wheel thrown pottery by resident potter. Working with terra-cotta stoneware and Raku clay bodies. Class Room 724 LaSalle St., 815/ A Teacher s store and more. Educational toys, puzzles, games, children s books and teachers aids. We make learning fun! Common Grounds Book Café 723 S. Clark St. Utica 815/ Country At Heart Antique Mall 470 Main St., Marseilles 815/ Country, Victorian oak and walnut furniture, linens, vintage clothing, jewelry, pottery, porcelain. Open T-Sat 10-5; Sun 11-4 Crafters Village th St., Peru 815/ America s largest and busiest craft mall. Danchris Nursery 1000 Berstein St. Streator 815/ Full service nursery, landscaping and garden center. Serving Central Illinois for 45 years. 31

34 Eric s Pumpkin Patch 2097 N. 15th Rd. RR.1, Streator 815/ Specializing in decorating for a Halloween & fall scene atmosphere. Flutterby Junction 2937 N. State Rt.178 Unit 1 Utica 815/ Handmade gourmet popcorn, nuts, creative gift baskets, home, garden & seasonal accents, snowmen, Bridgewater candles. Gramma s Attic Antique Mall 219 W. Main St., 815/ floors of antiques, gifts, linens, crafts, glassware, collectibles, books. Open M-Sat 10-5; Sun 12-5 Illinois River Winery 723 S. Clark St., Utica 815/ Winery, wine garden and tasting room, featuring award winning wines made in the Illinois River Valley. KF Awards 1112 E. 12th St., Streator 815/ Trophies, plaques, medals, and ribbons along with quality products completed on time at competitive prices. The Mercantile 725 LaSalle St., 815/ Unique gifts and home accessories. Including stain glass lamps, picture frames, crystal, pottery, potpourri, candles & floral arrangements Peru Mall 3940 Rt.251, Peru 815/ Bergner s, JCPenney, Sears and over 65 specialty stores, restaurants, cinemas and services. Peru Antique Mall 2702 May Rd., Peru 815/ dealers, 30,000 sq. feet, single level building displaying a wide range of quality antiques. Open daily 9:30-5:30. Quilting Family Quilt Shop 720 LaSalle St., 815/ Attractions A fine selection of quilting fabrics, books, patterns & threads offering classes and gift certificates. Quaint and Friendly! Seasons Gone By Gifts & Accents 124 Mill St., Utica 815/ Beautiful home accents and gifts, shabby chic & rustic lodge, from primitive and Americana to cottage garden. Starved Rock Harley Davidson 750 Centennial Dr., 815/ Motorcycles, clothing and collectibles. Financing of purchases and full service department. Starved Rock Lodge Gift Shop Rt.178 & 71, Utica 815/ Unique selections. Collectibles, prints, souvenirs. Find the perfect gift for anyone. Open 7 days. Tri City Frock Shoppe 559 1st St., LaSalle 815/ For the best selection of better women s clothing. Penleton, Woolrich, Tribal and much more. Full service alterations. Two Sisters Candy and Gifts 601 LaSalle St., 815/ And 107 Mill St., Utica 815/ Fresh Fudge, Chocolates, Gourmet Foods and Unique Gifts. Visit a Candy Bouquet Near You! Accept Visa and Mastercard Quilting Family Quilt Shop 720 LaSalle St., 815/ A fine selection of quality fabrics, books, patterns & threads. Classes, Gift Certificates. Quaint and Friendly. Xtreme Tee s 122 Mill St., Utica 815/ T s Tye dyes- Denim- Fleece- Polo s- ETC. Custom screen printed heat transfers, custom photo prints. WILL COUNTY Countryside Village 940 N. Division St., Braidwood 815/ Unique gifts, crafts, collectibles, Yankee candles. Wine and gourmet food department. IKEA 750 E. Boughton Rd. 630/ Swedish-based home furnishing store. Meijer 225 N. Weber Rd., 630/ This family owned retailer has everything from groceries to everyday household items. Save on gas with earned points from your grocery purchase! Paraphernalia Antiques N. Water St. Wilmington 815/ European imports, estate jewelry, general line. Three buildings with thousands of choice items. Open daily Siegel's Cottonwood Farm Weber Rd., Crest Hill 815/ /304-FARM Siegel's Cottonwood Farm home of the Pumpkinfest and Pirate Treasure 5 mile cornfield maze, see ourpumpkinfarm.com and home of Statesville award winning haunted prison and city of the dead, see statesville.org. Seigel's garden center home of the xtra sweet corn, flowers, plants, and more. On Weber south of Division. Treasured Wooden Creations Peter A. Thorson~Wood Artist S McAllister Rd., Plainfield Office Phone: 815/ Cell Phone: 630/ Westfield Shopping Center 3340 Mall Loop Dr., 815/ Westfield Shopping Centers feature four department stores and over 120 specialty shops and restaurants. 32

35 Largest Craft Mall In America Homemade Fudge Free Admission Bus Tours Welcome OPEN: Mon. - Sat. 9 am to 5 pm, Sun. Noon to 5 pm. Rental Space Available to Dealers Always something new, always something different th Street Peru, IL (Exit 75 Off I-80, East from the Peru Mall) (815) Easy Access to Chicago s points of interest including: Navy Pier Art Institute of Chicago Shedd Aquarium Museum of Science & Industry Zoos Wrigley Field Soldier Field U.S. Cellular Field NASCAR Speedways McCormick Place Chicago Loop Major shopping malls Metra Transportation Midway Airport O Hare International Airport Centrally located in the near western suburbs on LaGrange Road, one mile north of I Hotel rooms available 35 Restaurants 12 Auto dealerships 700 Retail stores nearby Flagg Creek Golf Course Voted Chicagoland s #1 nine-hole golf course, with an 11,000 s. ft. lighted practice green and 24 position driving range. For info, call For more information, call or visit 33

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37 CHICAGO PORTAGE McCook Athletic and Expostion-MAX 4750 Vernon Ave., McCook 708/ Grundy County Corn Festival September 27th - October 1st Enjoy all of the events in Morris during this annual festival. 815/ or visit Boggio s Orchard and Produce Rt. 71, Granville 815/ July- December 6am- 6 pm Fresh vegetables, bakery, fudge, jar products, u- pick, apples, pumpkins, petting zoo, corn maze, pedal cars, food stands. GRUNDY COUNTY Gebhard Woods State Park 401 St., Morris 815/ Ballfield, fishing ponds, picnic shelters, hiking, biking, bird watching, ice fishing, ice skating and snowmobiling. Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area 5010 N. Jugtown Rd., Morris 815/ The largest tall grass prairie in Illinois. Hiking and cross country skiing. LASALLE COUNTY Apple Tree Alpacas 3037 E 11th Rd., Utica 815/ Loveable alpacas for viewing and petting. Call for hours. Dollinger Family Farm/Pumpkin Farm 7420 W. Hansel Rd. Minooka Civil War Re-enactment (Oct), Antique Tractor Show (July), farm animal petting zoo, Mums, Fall Decorations Eric s Pumpkin Patch 2097 N. 15th Rd. RR.1, Streator 815/ Specializing in decorating for a Halloween & fall scene atmosphere. LaSalle Speedway 578 E. US Rt. 6, LaSalle 815/ Racetrack 773/ Box Office Mid- America s most exciting - high banked clay oval. Drivers compete in furious side by side stock car racing. LaSalle Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area 2660 E. 2350th Rd., Marseilles 815/ acre lake with a rocky shoreline. Wildlife refuge, fishing, biking, bird watching, picnicking. Waterfowl refuge. Maple Leaf Park, Inc E. US 34, Earlville 815/ Private forty-acre park serving most sports, fundraisers, corporate outings, special events, waterside banquet room. 35

38 Sandy Ford Sportsman Club 720 S. Bloomington St., Streator 815/ Private club with public events, including trap, bow and cowboy shoots, and indoor shooting competitions. NRA approved. Starved Rock Air Tours Illinois Valley Regional Airport Peru 815/ Helicopter tours of the beautiful Starved Rock Area. Breath taking views like you have never seen! WILL COUNTY Park District 201 Recreation Dr., 630/ Providing over 2,100 opportunities for recreation. Relax, have fun and embrace the power of recreation. Channahon State Park 2 W. Story St., Channahon 815/ Two Illinois & Michigan Canal locks and the restored locktender s house. Picnicking, tent camping, fishing and canoeing. Chicagoland Speedway 500 Speedway Blvd., 815/ Tickets: 815/727-RACE Chicagoland Speedway annually hosts the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series, NASCAR, Busch Series, IRL IndyCar Series, IRL Menards Infiniti Pro Series, ARCA RE/MAX Series, as well as several driving schools. Dellwood Park 18th St & Lawrence Ave., Lockport 815/ acres with playgrounds, band shell, soccer and baseball fields, indoor pool and more. Des Plaines Conservation Area N. River Rd., Wilmington 815/ acres of water including a 2.5 acre lake. Camping, fishing, boating, picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, hunting. Empress Casino 2300 Empress Dr., 888/4-EMPRESS Over 1,100 slot and video poker machines, 35 table games. Land based pavilion, hotel and RV resort. Harlow Lockwood Softball fields/inwood Sports Complex 3000 W. Jefferson St., 815/ Six softball fields, four soccer fields. Concession facilities. League and tournament play. Spectators always welcome. Haunted Trails Amusement Park 1423 N. Broadway, 815/ Family owned entertainment Center. Featuring miniature golf, rides, laser tag, go-karts, and restaurant seating for family and corporate outings. Hartman Recreation Center 511 N. Collins St., 815/ Various recreation activities for toddlers through seniors. Gymnasium open to public. Daily open gym hours. Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail Channahon State Park, Channahon 815/ mile continuous trail running from Brandon Road in Rockdale to LaSalle/Peru following the historic I&M Canal. Illinois & Michigan Canal Trail Willow Springs 8.9 mile double loop paved trail. Perfect for hiking, biking, cross country skiing or roller-blading. Inwood Ice Arena 3000 W. Jefferson St., 815/ Instructional figure skating and hockey. Open public skating. Rental skates, fitness center, exercise studio, concessions. JackHammers 1 Mayor Art Schultz Dr., 815/ Professional minor league baseball. 45 home games. Affordable family entertainment Memorial Day through Labor Day. Park District Multi-Purpose Center 3000 W. Jefferson St., 815/ Over 200 recreation activities for toddlers through seniors. Gymnasium open daily. Full service gymnastics program. Lockport Township Park District 1911 S. Lawrence Ave., Lockport 815/ Call us for more information on our variety of programs and events. Pilcher Park Nature Center 2501 Highland Park, 815/ Bring the family to explore over 300 acres of diverse woods. Inside our free log cabin nature center, discover our turtle pond, snakes and hands on exhibits. Visit our annual festivals too! Route 66 Raceway 500 Speedway Blvd., 815/ Tickets: 815/727-RACE Route 66 Raceway annually hosts the NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series, USAC Sprint and Midgets, demolition derbies, monster truck shows, Jr. Dragsters, car shows, bracket racing, outdoor music concerts and much more. Siegel's Cottonwood Farm Weber Road Crest Hill 815/ /304-FARM Siegel's Cottonwood Farm home of the Pumpkinfest and Pirate Treasure 5 mile cornfield maze, see ourpumpkinfarm.com and home of Statesville award winning haunted prison and city of the dead, see statesville.org. Seigel's garden center home of the xtra sweet corn, flowers, plants, and more. On Weber south of Division. 36

39 Spend An Hour Or A Day in Historic Downtown Morris has been called Rockwellian by the ChicagoTribune and it is less than 30 minutes from the crowded look-alike shopping centers. Visitors come from all directions to see our quaint downtown with its interesting stores,varied dining experiences, scenic I&M Canal,and two nearby state parks and tall grass prairie. Come and enjoy our authentic midwestern downtown with original architecture and welcoming stores where we smile and mean it! Come to downtown Morris for lunch, an hour of relaxed shopping, or spend the day exploring Morris and the historic I&M Canal Corridor. For more information call or visit us at 37

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41 GRUNDY COUNTY Gebhard Woods State Park 401 St., Morris 815/ Ballfield, fishing ponds, picnic shelters, hiking, biking, bird watching, ice fishing, ice skating and snowmobiling. Heidecke State Fish & Wildlife Area 5010 N. Jugtown, Morris 815/ A state hunting, fishing and wildlife refuge. Walleye, highbred and striped bass. Deer hunting also allowed. LASALLE COUNTY Ayers Landing Canoe Rentals 3494 E. 2089th Rd., Wedron 815/ Canoe trips on the beautiful lower Fox River. Call for reservations. Canoe the Vermillion 1903 E. 1251st Rd., Streator 815/ Equipment rentals and livery. Enjoy the Vermillion, Illinois and I&M Canal Waterways in the Starved Rock Area. Kayak Kings 2068 N. 3639th Rd., Serena 815/ or 866/ Kayak the scenic Fox River on comfortable, easy riding, no-eskimo roll, and inflatable, sit on top Kayaks. One and two person kayaks available. Authorized Coleman retailer. LaSalle Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area 2660 E. 2350th Rd., Marseilles 815/ acre lake with a rocky shoreline. Wildlife refuge, fishing, biking, bird watching, picnicking. Waterfowl refuge. Riverboat Company Downtown on the Illinois River 815/ s only authentic historical river cruise, offering sight seeing & lunch cruises. Fully narrated, fun for everyone. Available for private groups. May-Oct. Times vary call for details. Springbrook Marina, Inc. 623 W. River Dr., Seneca 815/ Sales, service, rentals, dealer for Silverton, Rinker, Envision boats, new and pre owned. Restaurant, bar and boutique. Sandy Ford Canoe Launch Area Leonore Rd., Streator 815/ Canoe launch site, with parking on the scenic Vermillion River. Land & water reserve. Sunrise to sunset. 39

42 Starved Rock Adventures 1 Dee Bennett Rd., 815/ Houseboat vacation, waterfront condo rentals. Rentals: jet skis, speed, pontoon and fishing boats. Starved Rock Marina Dee Bennett Rd., 815/ Sales, service, rentals, dealer for Silverton, Rinker, Stingray, Envision boats. New and pre-owned. Restaurant, bar, boutique. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Illinois Waterway Visitors Center 950 North 27th Rd., 815/ View operating lock, learn Illinois River history, and watch wildlife (bald eagles in winter). WILL COUNTY Braidwood/ Mazonia State Fish & Wildlife Area Rt. 53 & Huston Rd., Braceville 815/ Acres of grassland, brushy draws and shrubs on its 1,017 acres. Hunting, picnicking and more. Des Plaines Conservation Area N. River Rd., Wilmington 815/ acres of water including a 2.5 acre lake. Camping, fishing, boating, picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, hunting. Forest Preserve District of Will County Cherry Hill Rd., 815/ Preserves and improves public lands for the enjoyment of and use by the public. Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm 425 Trout Farm Rd., 630/ Fifteen-acre, semi wooded site including four lakes, bait shop, learning center and grass areas with public benches. Splash Station Waterpark 2780 US. Route 6 815/ Waterpark featuring Midwest s only 6 person racing slide, lazy river, tube slides and body slides. Full concession stand. Corporate outings, birthday party packages. Pelican Harbor Indoor/ Outdoor Aquatic Park 200 S. Lindsey Lane, 630/ Have a Splash tastic time at Illinois only indoor/ outdoor tandem aquatic park. Vermillion River Rafting 781 N. 2249th RD., Oglesby 815/ Experience White water rafting in North Central Illinois. Get wet and have fun! 40

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45 CHICAGO PORTAGE Argo/ Summit Chamber of Commerce 708/ Countryside Chamber of Commerce 708/ Eagle Promotions S. 82nd Ave, Orland Park 708/ Imprinted promotional products service. Justice Chamber of Commerce 708/ LaGrange Business Association 106 Calendar Ct., LaGrange Lemont Area Chamber of Commerce 630/ Prestige Comedians, Inc N. Eastlake Ter. Suite 106 Chicago 773/ Prestige Comedians is dedicated to providing seasoned stand up comedians for corporate events. GRUNDY COUNTY Grundy County Chamber of Commerce & Industry 815/ Pete Muffler Advertising 113 W. North St., Morris 815/ Rep. of Kaeser and Blair Inc. Featuring gifts for everyone. Prices are very competitive. LASALLE COUNTY Adventure Advertising & Printing 300 W. St., 815/ A full service communications firm, offering printing, silk-screening, embroidery, signs and banners. Century 21 Grieves Real Estate & Grieves Construction 123 W. Michigan St., 815/ / Real Estate specializing in residential, commercial, investment farms, relocation. Open 8-6 pm. Century 21 Grieves Real Estate & Grieves Construction 1222 Shooting Park Rd Peru 815/ / General Contract and project management, new home construction, commercial building construction. 100% financing available. Century 21 Windsor Realty 2715 Columbus St., 815/ Specializing in relocation, residential, commercial, farms and vacant land. Haeberle & Associates 130 W. Lafayette, 815/ Locally owned since 1947, specializing in residential and commercial investments. 100% financing available. LaSalle State Bank/Community Bank of Utica Utica Address: 100 Mill Street, Utica Main office Address: 654 First Street, LaSalle 815/ Full service bank, ATM and night time depository Mendota Area Chamber of Commerce 815/ Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry 815/ Sole Balance 109 Armory Ct., Streator 815/ Kristine Sass- Nationally certified massage therapist, advanced geriatric massage, repetitive use injury therapy, hot stones & aromatherapy. By appointment only. Starved Rock Pet Resort 1850 E. 1325th Rd Streator 815/ Pet boarding that lives up to the standards implied by the word resort. When we take care of your pet, it s like one of the family. Starved Rock Realty 620 Division, Utica 815/ Unique properties including vacation homes, waterfronts, commercial sites, investments and single family homes. Streator Area Chamber of Commerce 815/ Streator Public Library 130 S. Park St., Streator 815/ Built in 1901 with a contribution from Andrew Carnegie, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. WILL COUNTY Ad Happy 1104 W. Jefferson, 815/ Advertising on different promotional products. Chamber of Commerce 630/ Illinois River Area Chamber of Commerce 815/ Illinois Valley Area Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development 815/ Regional Airport 4000 W. Jefferson, 815/ Aircraft rental, pilot instruction and air charter services. Junior College 1215 Houbolt Rd., 815/ America s oldest Community college. Offers pre-baccalaureate, occupational and adult education programs. Region Chamber of Commerce & Industry 815/ / Will County Center for Economic Development & Will County Chamber of Commerce 815/ Lewis University One University Parkway, Romeoville 815/ Plan your meeting or social event at Lewis University campuses located in Romeoville, Oak Brook, Tinley Park, Hickory Hills and Shorewood ( Fall 205). Lockport Chamber of Commerce 815/ Plainfield Chamber of Commerce 815/ Romeoville Chamber of Commerce 815/ Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry 815/ University of St. Francis 500 Wilcox St., 815/ Undergraduate and graduate programs. Serves 4300 students nationwide. Wermer, Rogers, Doran & Ruzon 755 Essington Rd., 815/ Certified Public Accountants offering audit, tax, litigation services, financial planning, and bookkeeping. West Suburban Chamber of Commerce 708/ Wilmington Chamber of Commerce 815/ ofcommerce.org 43

46 ADDITIONAL MEMBERS Fox Valley Winery 5600 Rt. 34, Oswego 630/ Family owned and operated Illinois winery producing award winning hand crafted wines. Illinois Lincoln Highway Coalition 200 S. State St., Belvidere 866/ Designated a National Scenic Byway in 2000, the Illinois portion of the Lincoln Highway offers week long family vacations. Prairie Promotions/ Prairie Folklore Theatre PO Box 10800, Peoria 309/ A Marketing group dedicated to promoting tourism and production that entertains audiences with rich layers of history through song, story and music. Route 66 Association 2743 Veterans Parkway, Springfield Not for profit volunteer group organized to promote, educate and enjoy the past and present of historic Route 66 in Illinois.

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