If you live in the Driftless Area, you are probably well aware that Madison sits on the outskirts of its boundaries, by something like three miles. And as with the Twin Cities and Rochester in Minnesota, Madison – Wisconsin’s capital city – perches like a borderland kingdom that average folksContinue Reading
If you could change the world, what would you change?The amount of carbon we are putting in the atmosphere. What do you think is the meaning of life?To champion others. Do you prefer working alone, or do you like working with others?I like solitary work, but love working with professionals.Continue Reading
Who is your personal hero?Other than Jesus Christ? Any person who sacrificed themselves to serve someone else! Anyone who is kind to others for no reason.The person who got it done because it just had to be. Otherwise I don’t believe in any other kind of Hero. Do you haveContinue Reading
The changing fall colors on my left and on my right are the cascading hills along the Minnesota border, which is right across the Mississippi River. There is just something about the sun shining through on this moody overcast day and seeing the bright beams of light as it ripples acrossContinue Reading
On the day of my tour, I met with the Executive Director of Tinker’s Cottage, Samantha. She had a wealth of knowledge of everything Tinker. She said that if Mr. Tinker were around today, he would be on Shark Tank for all his ideas. He was a visionary, craftsman, andContinue Reading
Burpee Museum of Natural History Come explore Burpee Museum and its award-winning exhibits such as Jane: Diary of a Dinosaur, and explore the history of the young T. rex skeleton found by Burpee Museum researchers in the badlands of Montana, called one of the ten most important dinosaur discoveriesContinue Reading
By Gil Lagasca – It has been two full years since we had the pleasure to visit The Inn at Irish Hollow in Galena Illinois. However, the memories of our experience and the pleasure of meeting Tony and Bill, the owners of the Inn, have stayed with us just asContinue Reading
Mississippi Palisades State Park Untouched by glaciers that left their mark elsewhere in the state, this park is rich with rock formations carved by erosion. The Mississippi Palisades State Park is located in Savanna along the lofty, wooded palisades of the Mississippi River, the park’s inhabitants include pileated woodpeckers, migratoryContinue Reading
Named the #1 “Best Small Town for Adventure” TWO years in a row by USA Today, Savanna beckons with character and history. Whether you’re high above the Mississippi, or right down in the water you’ll find big adventure in the small town of Savanna, Illinois. Continue Reading
The Performing Arts Guild The Performing Arts Guild (PAG) has been in existence for thirty-eight years in Northern Illinois offering seasonal musicals, plays and special events relating to the creative arts. PAG’s predecessors, the Blackhawk Area Players and Mt. Morris Music Theater, had been offering productions to the community sinceContinue Reading
Taking your dog on a hike is a great way to experience the scenery and a perfect opportunity to reinforce their training. Dog-Friendly State Parks One of my favorite spots is Perrot State Park (WI). With dog-friendly trails along the Mississippi River, it’s a peaceful setting to work on leashContinue Reading
The Forest Preserves of Winnebago County is one of the best systems in Illinois with more than 10,000 acres of natural areas, recreational areas, lakes, rivers and forests to explore. From watching migratory birds being banded to boating at Rock Cut State Park, you’re sure to find all the outdoorContinue Reading
We’re not exaggerating – we have one the best park systems in Illinois. Our well-funded park district is able to maintain over a dozen locations around the city, and provide activities for all ages throughout the year. Our parks are the envy of many larger cities, and continue to improveContinue Reading
Visit Rock Falls Where city life and nature meet is where you can find Rock Falls Illinois. Look to Rock Falls for any outdoors persons dream destination. A taste of the big city, in a small town community. Rock Falls has every thing you’re looking for on your next adventureContinue Reading
Oregon and the Rock River Valley Whether you are looking to visit for an afternoon, start a business, or make Oregon your new home, there is much to discover in our backyard. The Oregon Area Chamber of Commerce encourages you to discover our abundant outdoor recreation, annual events, rich artContinue Reading
About the Region There are 285,873 people in the Rockford Region (2016), including the surrounding metro area. Located within Winnebago County, there are several unique surrounding villages and cities that form the Rockford Region, each with its own history, restaurants, and attractions! Explore and learn more about each areaContinue Reading
What made you choose this type of business?When my late wife, Adrianne, passed in 2006, Havencrest Castle became dark and quiet. She had always given wonderful events for our anniversaries, birthdays, and Christmas. I don’t have her talent for such things, but when friends encouraged me to open my homeContinue Reading
EXPLORE SAVANNASavanna is a vibrant little river town nestled between the Mississippi River and the Bluffs of the Driftless area in Northwest Illinois. Settled in 1828 by explorers from Galena, Savanna is one of the oldest towns in Illinois. Savanna began as a Steamboat stop for runs between Galena andContinue Reading
About Chestnut Mountain Resort Boasting an impressive array of amenities, accommodations, comforts and activities, Chestnut Mountain is the choice Illinois travel destination. Conveniently located near historic Galena, nestled neatly amongst the hills overlooking the Mississippi, it’s the perfect place to escape the everyday. Chestnut’s over 220 rolling acres and 475-footContinue Reading