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Welcome to the Heritage Corridor! As the new President/CEO ofthe Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau and onbehalf of its Board of Directors, I invite you to experience thereal fun that the Heritage Corridor offers for all ages.
I welcome—and encourage—you to discover the Corridor communities throughout Putnam, LaSalle, Grundy, Will, andSouthern Cook counties. Located along the historic Illinois &Michigan Canal, the communities of the I & M National HeritageCorridor are rich in history, vibrant with festivals, loaded withshops and restaurants, and plentiful with recreation and leisureopportunities. 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 theperfect place to get away and explore a bit…for an afternoon oran entire day. Or, take advantage of all we have to offer by
planning a weekend getaway or a weeklong vacation within theCorridor. We think you will discover that the Heritage Corridorhas a lot to experience!
I hope your experience here will make you consider the HeritageCorridor as a regular stop on your future travels. Should youhave questions about the Corridor or the services we offer,please feel free to call us at 800/926-CANAL. For a listing of ournewest members, the latest news, and currents festivals, give usa click at www.heritagecorridorcvb.com.
Robert L. NavarroPresident/CEOHeritage Corridor Convention & Visitors Bureau
Heritage Corridor Convention andVisitors Bureau Offices/Visitors Centers
Heritage Corridor CVB Visitors Center— Bolingbrook175 W. Remington; Bolingbrook, IL 60440815/226-1764
Heritage Corridor CVB Visitors Center & Office— Joliet81 N. Chicago St.; Joliet, IL 60432800/926-CANAL or 815/727-2323
Heritage Corridor CVB Visitors Center— Utica801 E. US. Highway 6; Utica, IL 61373800/746-0550 or 815/667-4356
Heritage Corridor CVB Visitors Center— Bedford Park7800 W. 65th St.; Bedford Park, IL 60501708/496-0193
Grundy County Chamber of Commerceand Visitor Center — Morris909 N. Liberty St.; Morris, IL815/942-0113
I&M Canal Visitor Center — Lockport200 W. 8th St.; Lockport, IL815/588-1100
Ottawa Visitors Center100 W. Lafayette; Ottawa, IL 815/434-2737
Streator Tourism Center — Streator204 S. Bloomington St.; Streator, IL888/485-9895 or 815/672-2517
Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau StaffRobert L. Navarro, PH.D., President/CEOMary Beth DeGrush, Vice President Sandor Brattstrom, Vice PresidentJune Anderson, Inside SalesJanie Lawson, Destination SalesSandy Burns, Tourism CoordinatorMary Lou Turner, Tourism CoordinatorJuliann Wilsterman, Tourism CoordinatorWesley Anderson, VG Coordinator
Jacque Flanigan, Ralph Chermak,Stuart Pearson, and Jim KracicContributing Photographers
Gammon GroupGraphic Design and Production
Disclaimer:Every effort has been made to verify event information at press time, however, schedulechanges do occur. Please contact the phone number listed with your chosen event to verifydates, times and admission prices. The HeritageCorridor CVB is not liable for any typographicalerrors. Visit www.heritagecorridorcvb.com for acomplete list of updated events.
Table of ContentsArts, 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
50K, 6-2006
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For visitor’s information call 800/926-CANALor visit us online at www.heritagecorridorcvb.com
VISITORS GUIDE 2006-2007
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Conveniently located at the crossroads of I-55 and I-355, Bolingbrookis rapidly becoming a destination for world-class golfing, fabulous dining,and diverse shopping. Come visit Bolingbrook today.
Bolingbrook Golf ClubTest your skills and patience on our new 18-hole golfcourse. Designed by renowned architect Arthur Hills, theBolingbrook Golf Club was selected as one of the “Top TenYou Can Play” by Golf Magazine in 2002.
Bolingbrook Golf Club2001 Rodéo Drive630/771-9400www.bolingbrookgolfclub.com
Fabulous Pelican HarborIndoor-Outdoor Water ParkEnjoy water play all year long at our family-friendly PelicanHarbor Aquatic Center. Lazy river, water speed slides, div-ing well, with a drop slide, one meter diving board, a fun-spray playground, zero-depth pool, sand playground, waterslides and beach volleyball.
Pelican Harbor200 S. Lindsey Lane630/759-1166
Hidden Lakes Historic Trout FarmFour small lakes are stocked with a variety of fish yearround. There is also an area for picnicking or just relaxingin this beautiful wooded setting.
Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm425 Trout Farm Road630/759-2381
AmericInn Lodge & Suites175 W Remington Blvd.630/378-5300www.americinn.com64 rooms
Hampton Inn & Suites165 Remington Blvd.Bolingbrook, IL 60440630/759-710090 rooms
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites205 Remington Blvd.630/679-1600 or 800/Holidaywww.holiday-inn.com145 rooms
La Quinta Inn225 W. South Frontage Rd.630/226-0000101 rooms
Ramada Limited520 S. Bolingbrook Dr.888/218-3065 or630/972-979760 rooms
Springhill Suites by Marriott125 Remington Blvd.630/759-0529www.springhillsuites.com82 rooms
Illinois Aviation Museum at BolingbrookCome experience the history of aviation, fromthe invention of the first airplane to the modernwonders of air travel. Opening soon.
15th Green at Bolingbrook Golf Club
Great Places to Stay
Applebee’sBakers SquareBennigan’sBono’sBranmor’s American GrillBuffalo Wild ThingsCharlie’s AirportCheddar’sChili’sChinese BuffetCulversDean’s Grill
Denny’sFamily SquareGolden ChopsticksGolden CorralIHOPJoe’s Crab ShackNoodles & CompanyOlive GardenPanera BreadPatioRancho Santa FeRed Lobster
TGI FridaysThe East Room at
Bolingbrook Golf ClubThe Nest at
Bolingbrook Golf Club. . . and many more.
Visit our website atwww.bolingbrook.comfor a complete listing,including pizza and carry out restaurants.
BASS Pro Shops Outdoor WorldThe ultimate outdoor sporting gear store, Bass Pro offers everything underthe sun for outdoor enthusiasts. Opening Spring of 2007
Macy’sAt Macy's stores, the guest is always first.This guest-focused approach hasinspired millions of shoppers to look to Macy's for fashion leadership, superbguest service and a commitment to community involvement.
Promenade at BolingbrookOpening Spring of 2007
IKEAA 300,000 square-foot facility offering the best in home interiors.
Bolingbrook Performing Arts CenterConcerts,Theater, Movies, CommunityEvents. Come experience the hidden "Jewel"of Bolingbrook. Performances all summerlong. Indoor winter programs also.www.bolingbrook.com
For more information about the Village of Bolingbrook, call 630/226-8400
or visit our website atwww.bolingbrook.com
Tom Dreesen Celebrity
The Tom Dreesen Celebrity Invitational will
be held in August 2007. 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 630/771-9400 for more info.
GOLF OUTINGat the Bolingbrook Golf Club
Coming SoonGreat Places to Shop
Now Open
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CHICAGO PORTAGEChicago Portage National Historic Site4800 S. Harlem Ave.,Lyons708/771-1330Marker and 20 foot statueof Marquette and Joliet,who realized, in 1673, that a canal would permitcontinuous travel fromLake Michigan to theIllinois River. Educationaltours available.
Elmhurst Art Museum150 Cottage HillElmhurst630/834-0202The museum’s award winning modern structure features the Return toRoute 66: Photographsfrom the Mother Roadexhibition this summerwith tours and educationalprograms for all ages.
Little Red SchoolhouseNature Center9800 S. 104th Avenue orWillow Springs Road, Willow Springs708/839-6897Forest preserve nature center designed to educatethe public about theimportance of wildlife and environment.
Prestige Comedians, Inc.7625 N. Eastlake Ter. Suite 106Chicago773/580-6769Prestige Comedians is dedicated to providing seasoned stand up comedians for corporate events.
Sante FePrairie/CabooseRiver Road, Hodgkins708/598-6139, 708/937-0009Historic Prairie site,restored caboose openSaturdays year round 10-2pm. Canoe access to Des Plaines River, fishing, primitive bike trail, birding, geo-cachesite, tours available. Free
GRUNDY COUNTYDollinger Family Farm7420 E. Hansel Rd.,Minooka815/467-4698October brings pumpkins,hayrides, corn maze, farm animals, haunted barn and fun! Civil WarReenactments Oct. 16-19.
Grampa Woo III Luxury Yacht251/421-4211www.grampawoo.comCruises on the IllinoisRiver from Joliet, Morrisand Ottawa aboard a 115 ft.luxury yacht with full bar,climate controlled mainsalon and two decks. Earlyto mid-September andback in June. 800/535-5682 HeritageCorridor group bookings.
GrundyCounty Corn Festival September 27th - October 1st Enjoy all of the events in Morris during this annual festival.
LASALLE COUNTYApple Tree Alpacas3037 E 11th Rd., Utica815/667-4228Loveable alpacas for viewing and petting. Call for hours.
Belle of the Rock1 Dee Bennett Rd., Ottawa815/434-9200Regularly scheduled one hour cruises on anauthentic paddlewheel boatleaving from Starved RockState Park. Fee.
Breakingthe Prairie Museum901 Washington St.,Mendota815/539-3373This agricultural museumhonors farm families, theirmachinery and livestock.
Engle Lane TheatreR.R. 2, Streator815/672-3584An astonishing well-equipped theatre in its48th season. Plays andmusicals running May- August.
Grampa Woo III Luxury Yacht251/421-4211www.grampawoo.comCruises on the IllinoisRiver from Joliet, Morrisand Ottawa aboard a 115ft. luxury yacht with fullbar, climate controlledmain salon and two decks.Early to mid-Septemberand back in June. 800/535-5682 HeritageCorridor group bookings.
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Hegeler CarusMansion &Foundation1307 Seventh St., LaSalle815/224-6543A Victorian masterpiece on the National Register of Historic Places. OpenWed- Sun. One hour tours at 12pm, 1pm, 2pmand 3 pm.
Hume CarnegieMuseum901 Washington St.,Mendota815/539-3373Wild Bill Hickok, extensive photographic collection, memorabilia ofyesteryear. Special exhibits.Sat & Sun 1-4.
LaSalle County Historical MuseumMill & Canal St., Utica815/667-4861Complex has museum in1848 warehouse on theI&M Canal, barn, black-smith shop and school,Native American artifacts.
Lincoln- Douglas Debate MemorialWashington Square Park,Ottawa815/434-2737Memorial commemoratesthe location of the firstLincoln-Douglas debate onAugust 21, 1858 wit heroic-sized bronze statuescomplete with a reflectingpond outlined in limestoneand fountain.
Lock #14Canal Rd., LaSalleRestored to its 1848 condition, this lock is representative of the mid19th century canal locks.
Memorial ParkJordan & Woodland St.,Oglesby815/883-8121WWI, WWII, Korean Warand Vietnam memorials,also a WWI restored can-non, Vietnam era helicop-ter and General PulaskiMonument.
Mendota Museum & Historical Society901 Washington St.Mendota815/539-3373Hume-Carnegie Museum,Union Depot RailroadMuseum and Breaking the Prairie Museum. Open M, W, F 8-11.
M.J. Hogan Grain Elevator124 W. William St.Seneca815/357-6197Started in 1861 and com-pleted in 1862, the 75,000bushel capacity elevator isthe last remaining grainelevator along the canal.
Ottawa RiverboatCompanyDowntown Ottawa on the Illinois River815/228-5772Ottawa’s only authentichistorical river cruise, offer-ing sight seeing & lunchcruises. Fully narrated, funfor everyone. Available for private groups. May-Oct. Times vary call for details.
Ottawa ScoutingMuseum1100 Canal St., Ottawa815/431-9353A museum to promote and preserve the colorfuland proud traditions ofBoy/Girl Scouting andcamp fire.
Reddick MansionAssociation100 W. Lafayette St.,Ottawa815/434-2737One of Ottawa’s greatesttreasures. You are welcometo visit. Guided toursavailable by request.
The LaSalle CountyGenealogy Guild115 West Glover St.,Ottawa815/433-5261The guild has a member-ship of 1000 worldwide.People come from all parts of the globe to studytheir genealogy in theguild’s library.
Spirit of Peoria100 NE Water St., Peoria800/676-8988Historic riverboat cruises to and from Starved Rockaboard our authentic paddle wheeler, featuringold fashioned entertain-ment. All inclusive.
Stage 212 700 First St., LaSalle815/224-3025Stage 212 is a communitytheatre which presents four live productions, fall, winter, spring andsummer musicals.
Streatorland HistoricalSociety Museum306 S. Vermillion St.,Streator815/672-2443Displays including 19thcentury clothing, musicroom, local artifacts andmany photographs depict-ing Streatorland history.
Union Depot Railroad Museum783 Main St., Mendota815/538-3800Operating model railroad,locomotive display, andrailroad memorabilia. Call for hours.
Weber House and Garden1503 Baker St., Streator815/672-8327Tudor country cottage set in anacre English garden. Periodcandlelit rooms. Open year-round.
PUTNAM COUNTYPutnam County Historical SocietyHennepin815/925-7560Tours recently restored, redecorated 1844 Pulsifer House. Genealogical historical research facilities.Call for hours.
WILL COUNTYAbraham Lincoln National Cemetery27034 S. Diagonal Rd.,Elwood815/423-9958Cemetery named after the16th President of theUnited States and designedto serve approximately750,000 Chicago metro-politan area veterans.
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Aux Sable AqueductTabler & Cemetery Roads,Channahon815/942-0796Beautifully maintainedlocktender’s house, Lock #8and aqueduct. Canoelaunching facilities.Fishing.
Barber &OberwortmannHorticultural Center227 N. Gougar Rd.Joliet815/741-7278 A 12,000 sq. foot facilityadjacent to the BirdhavenGreenhouse feature amultipupose room,resource center, kitchen,Gazebo Gift Shop, andcovereddeck. Perfect forweddings, receptions or celebrations.
Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park201 W. Jefferson, Joliet815/724-3760Civic cultural arts center.Indoor theatre/ outdoorband shell set in park in an historic area.
Bird HavenGreenhouse & Conservatory225 N. Gougar Rd., Joliet815/741-7278Lord & Burnhamdesigned this historichouse, cacti-room, showhouse and outdoor gardens.Also visit adjacent Barber& OberwortmannAgriculture Center. Hours 8-4pm.
BolingbrookPerforming Arts Center375 West Briarcliff Road Bolingbrook 630/226-8415 Concerts, Theater, Movies,Community Events. Comeexperience the hidden"Jewel" of Bolingbrook.Performances all summerlong. Indoor winter pro-grams also.
Gaylord Building Historic Site200 W. 8th St., Lockport815/588-1100I&M Canal VisitorsCenter, history exhibit,Public Landing Restaurant,tours and events. ANational Trust HistoricSite, managed by the CanalCorridor Association.Open Tuesday- Sunday.
Grampa Woo III Luxury Yacht251/421-4211www.grampawoo.comCruises on the IllinoisRiver from Joliet, Morrisand Ottawa aboard a 115
ft. luxury yacht with fullbar, climate controlledmain salon and two decks.Early to mid-Septemberand back in June. 800/535-5682 HeritageCorridor group bookings.
Aviation Museum at Bolingbrook130 S. Clow InternationalParkwayBolingbrook630/378-0479Come experience the history of aviation, fromthe invention of the firstairplane to the wonders of modern air travel.Opening Soon.
Illinois State Museum & Lockport GalleryNorton Building201 W. 10th St., Lockport815/838-7400Changing exhibitionsfocusing on Illinois art and artifacts.
Isle a la CacheMuseum501 East 135 St., Romeoville815/886-1467Isle a la Cache is designated to 18th century fur trade in this region.
Jacob Henry Mansion20 S. Eastern Ave., Joliet815/722-1420Elegant National HistoricLandmark offering the per-fect charm for lunch anddinner. Wedding, recep-tion and entertainmentpackages available.“Mystery in the Mansion” dinner theatre and live theatre. Groups/tours welcome!
Joliet Area Historical Museum204 N. Ottawa St., Joliet815/723-5201Museum celebrating thethemes and experiences of
the people who settled inthe Joliet area, including aRoute 66 Welcome Center,temporary exhibit gallery,discovery room, gift shop,café and auditorium.
Joliet Mosaic Walking Tour81 N. Chicago St., JolietSelf-guided tour of the history of Joliet depicted in murals throughoutJoliet’s City Center.
Lewis University Phillip Lynch TheatreOne University Parkway,Romeoville815/838-0500Twenty-seven years of quality educational theatre.Diverse selection of productions. M-F 1-4.
Libra ThreeProductions1416 Glenwood Ave.Joliet815/725-5140Libra Three Productionspresents musical events in the CaterpillarAuditorium, Joliet AreaHistorical Museum.
Gladys Fox MuseumLockport Township Park District231 E. 9th St., Lockport815/838-1183Oldest limestone church inNorthern Illinois. Specialexhibits, hall rental, history of Dellwood Park.
Old Canal DaysLockport815/838-4744Outside festival, arts, crafts,antique auction, free historicwagon and walking tours, car-nival, beer garden, entertain-ment, parade Friday beforeevent. Always third weekend in June.
Rialto Square Theatre102 N. Chicago St., Joliet815/726-6600The Rialto Square Theatreserves Joliet and greaterWill 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 Farm17250 Weber RoadCrest Hill815/741-2693800/304-FARMwww.cottonwoodfarms.netSiegel's Cottonwood Farmhome of the Pumpkinfestand Pirate Treasure 5 milecornfield maze, see our-pumpkinfarm.com andhome of Statesville awardwinning haunted prisonand city of the dead, seestatesville.org. Seigel's garden center home of thextra sweet corn, flowers,plants, and more.. Thisworking farm is located inCrest Hill Illinois.
Slovenian Women’sUnion of AmericaHeritage Museum431 N. Chicago St., Joliet815/727-1926www.swua.orgOpen M-F:10am- 2pm.To reach individuals byuniting them through their common interest in Slovenian culture andheritage.
Treasured WoodenCreationsPeter A. Thorson~Wood Artist16530 S McAllister Rd.PlainfieldOffice Phone: 815/230-3833Cell Phone: 630/776-9123
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CHICAGO PORTAGEWhite Fence Farm11552 Joliet Rd.Lemont630/739-1720
GRUNDY COUNTYCabaret by Marta200 West Gore Road Morris815/942-6600Home of the famousCulinary Buffet and 5-StarSpud Bar, large and smallparty banquet rooms avail-able, Chef ’s menu offered
Chapin’s Restaurant701 N. Liberty Morris815/942-1880www.chapinsrestaurant.usOutstanding diningExperience with a warmand inviting atmosphereExtensive wine selectionand spirits, Private Parties,Catering, Take-Out, Mon– Sat: 11 am-11pm/1amSeasonal and HolidaySunday Brunch
Maria’s Pizza &Restaurant1591 Division St.Morris815/942-3351
The Olive Branch200 Gore Rd.Morris815/941-7675
R Place Restaurant21 Romines Dr.Morris815/942-3690
Rockwell Inn2400 W. US RT. 6Morris815/942-6224
LASALLE COUNTYAlberto’s1409 LaSalle St.Ottawa815/434-6200
Amici Ristoranté612 4th St.Peru815/220-1800
Cajun Connection897 E. US RT. 6Utica815/667-9855
Canal Port Bar & Grill148 Mill St.Utica815/667-3010
Casa Mia219 18th Ave.Naplate815/434-0758Excellent dining in casualelegance. A Culinarydelight feauting steak,seafood, pasta & uniquespecials.
Cheese Shop1219 Fulton St.Ottawa815/433-0478
Common GroundsBook Café723 S. Clark St.Utica815/866-5167
Country Cupboard IceCream Shoppe402 S. Clark St.Utica815/667-5155
Delaney’s FamilyRestaurant100 N. Lewis Avenue,Oglesby815/883-3539Casual dining, full menu.Lunch, dinner, buffets.Sunday brunch, breakfastanytime. Kids menu. Open 7 days.
Duffy’s Tavern101 Mill St.Utica815/667-4324
Grizzly Jack’s Grand Bear LodgeIL Rt. 178Utica1-866/399-FUNN (3866)
Hacienda Los JardinesRestaurant, LLC711 LaSalle St.Ottawa815/434-2833
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Hi-Way Restaurant210 W. Norris Dr.Ottawa815/431-9431
Inn Restaurant at Town & Country Inn2110 N. Bloomington St.Streator815/672-3183
Jeremiah Joe Coffee807 LaSalle St.Ottawa815/434-35071016 N. Bloomington St.Streator815/672-0425
JJ’s Pub on Main104 W. Main St.Ottawa815/431-1816Sun-Fri 9:00-2:00Sat 9:00 – 3:00
Knights of Columbus806 W. Oakley Ave.Streator815/673-2900
Maple Leaf Park1318 W. US 34Earlville815/246-8751
Ottawa RiverboatCompanyDowntown Ottawa on theIllinois River815/228-5772
Skoog’s Bar & Grill155 Mill StreetUtica815/667-5800Casual dining-just minutesfrom I & M Canal. ClassicAmerican cuisine- Servingspecials daily- Tuesday thruSunday 11a.m. – 2 p.m. –Dinner 5-9 p.m.
Starved Rock LodgeRestaurantRt. 178 & 71, Utica815/667-4211
Tone’s Dog House523 W. Main St.Ottawa815/431-8000
Tones Cones523 W. Main St.Ottawa815/434-1488
Triple J Ice Cream101 Canal Ave.Ottawa, IL 61350
815/434-8888
Uptown Grill601 1st St., LaSalle815/224-4545
WILL COUNTYBarber &OberwortmannHorticultural Center227 N. Gougar Rd.Joliet815/741-7278
Branmor’s American Grill300 Veteran’s ParkwayBolingbrook630/226-9926
Café CasablancaEmpress Casino2300 Empress Dr.Joliet888/4-EMPRESS
Chester Manor116 S. Kankakee St.Wilmington815/476-1055
Chipotle274 S. Weber Rd.Bolingbrook630/679-6508
Diamands FamilyRestaurant3000 Plainfield Rd.Joliet815/436-1070
The East Room-Bolingbrook Golf Club2001 Rodeo Dr.Bolingbrook630/771-9400
Jacob Henry Mansion20 S. Eastern Ave.Joliet815/722-2465
Joes Crab Shack246 S. Weber Rd.Bolingbrook630/759-3044
Marrakech Market BuffetEmpress Casino2300 Empress Dr.Joliet888/4-EMPRESS
Merichkas604 Theodore St.Joliet815/723-9371
The Nest- Bolingbrook Golf Club2001 Rodeo Dr.Bolingbrook630/771-9400
Olive Garden215 S. Weber Rd.Bolingbrook 630/759-5191
Polk A Dot Drive IN222 N. Front St.Braidwood815/458-3377
Prairie Bluff Country Club19433 Renwick Rd.Joliet815/836-4653
Public LandingRestaurant200 W. Eighth St.Lockport815/838-6500
Renaissance Center214 N. Ottawa St.Joliet815/280-1444
Sandwich Shoppe79 N. Chicago St.Joliet815/723-8071
Steakhouse AlexEmpress Casino2300 Empress Dr.Joliet888/4-EMPRESS
Tallgrass Restaurant1006 S. State St.Lockport815/838-5566
Tenth Hole Pub335 E. Boughton Rd.Bolingbrook630/739-2377
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Casual Dining 1 Contemporary Cuisine
U P T O W NThe most diverse menu in the area and we serve all day everyday. You will find many choices whetheryour plans include a 3 course dinner or a grazing of our appetizer's and salads for a lighter lunch. Pleasebring 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 singlemalt 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.
Open Everyday
Monday – Thursday 11am to 10pm
Friday & Saturday 11am to 11pm
Sunday Noon to 10pm
www.uptowngri l l .com� 815-224-4545 • 601 • First Street • LaSalle • IL 61301
A full menu available all day. Everyday.
701 N. Liberty St. • Morris
(815) 942-1880www.chapinsrestaurant.us
� STEAKS � SEAFOOD � PASTA � CHICKEN � AND MORE
Comprehensive Wine & Spirit Menu(mid-week Wine and Drink Specials)
“Enjoy an OutstandingDining Experience
in a Warm & InvitingAtmosphere”
“Where You Belong”
Outdoor/Sidewalk Cafe & PatioLunch, Dinner & Spirits Available
Mon-Sat: 11am-11pm/1amClosed Sundays
(except for private parties, holidays and catered events)
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 www.augusthillwinery.com • 667-5211
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GRUNDY COUNTYMorris County Club2615 West Rt.6,Morris815/942-3440
Nettle Creek Country Club5355 N. Saratoga Rd.,Morris815/941-4300
LASALLE COUNTYDayton Ridge Golf Club376 East 18th Rd.Ottawa815/434-0145
Deer Park Path Country Club100 Deer Park Oglesby815/667-4239
Pine Hills Golf Club1667 N. 2501st Road,Ottawa815/434-398518 holes, par 72, drivingrange, pro shop, andrestaurant.
Prairie Lakes Resort2550 N 32nd,Marseilles815/434-0145www.plresort.com
Senica’s Oak Ridge Golf Club, Inc.658 E. Rt. 6, LaSalle815/223-727318 holes, par 72, drivingrange, pro shop, andrestaurant.
South Bluff Golf Course229 N. 2550th RoadPeru815/223-0603
WILL COUNTYBig Run Golf Club17211 W. 135th Street,Lemont815/ 838-10579 holes, par 72, restaurant
Bolingbrook Golf Club 2001 Rodeo Drive,Bolingbrook630/771-940018 holes, par 72, drivingrange, pro shop, andrestaurant
Boughton Ridge Golf Course335 E. Boughton Road,Bolingbrook630/739-4100 9 holes, par 32, puttinggreen, restaurant.
Cog Hill & Country Club12294 Archer Avenue,Lemont 630/257-587218 holes, par 72, drivingrange, pro shop, restaurant.
Gleneagles Country Club13070 McCarthy Road,Lemont 630/257 -546636 holes. Par 70, pro shop, restaurant, banquet facilities
Heritage Bluffs Public Golf Course24355 W. Bluff Road,Channahon815/467-788818 holes, par 72, drivingrange, pro shop, andrestaurant.
Inwood Golf Course3200 W. Jefferson Street,Joliet815/741-726518 holes, par 71, drivingrange, pro shop, andrestaurant.
Mid-Iron Golf Club12680 Bell Road, Lemont 630/257-33409 holes, pro in house,rental clubs
Old Oak Country Club14200 S. Parker Road,Homer Glen 708/301-334418 holes, par 71, banquetfacility
Prairie Bluff PublicGolf Club19433 Renwick Road,Lockport815/836-46539 holes, par 35, pro shop
Ruffled Feathers Golf& Country Club1 Pete Dye Drive, Lemont630/257-100018 holes, open to public
Wedgewood Golf CourseRoute 59 & Caton Farm Road, Joliet815/741-727018 holes, par 72, drivingrange, pro shop.
Woodbine Golf Course14240 W. 151st Street, Homer Glen708/301-125218 holes, par 70, pro shop, restaurant, banquets
Woodruff Golf Course621 N. Gougar Road,Joliet815/741-727218 holes, par 68, pro shop.
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GRUNDY COUNTYGebhard Woods State Park401 Ottawa St., Morris815/942-0796Ballfield, fishing ponds,picnic shelters, hiking, biking, bird watching, ice fishing, ice skating and snowmobiling.
Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area5010 N. Jugtown Rd.,Morris815/942-2899The largest tall grass prairie in Illinois. Hiking andcross country skiing.
LASALLE COUNTYBlack Sock Training Stable Inc.1998 W. 31st Rd., Ottawa815/434-4717A variety of equestrianservices for beginning to advanced riders.Personalized professionalinstruction and scheduled rides.
Buffalo Rock State ParkR.R. 1, Ottawa815/433-2224Park has ball diamonds,picnic areas, biking, birdwatching, canoeing, hiking,snowmobiling and crosscountry skiing. Two liveAmerican Bison at the park for viewing as well as other wildlife.
Illini State Park2660 E. 2350th Rd.,Marseilles815/795-2448Come visit us and enjoywatching the sights andsounds of nature at its best.
LaSalle Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area2660 E. 2350th Rd.,Marseilles815/357-16082058 acre lake with a rocky shoreline. Wildliferefuge, fishing, biking, bird watching, picnicking.Waterfowl refuge.
Matthiessen State ParkRt. 178, Utica815/667-4868Five miles of hiking trailsinto a canyon and around a bluff. Hike along theVermillion River.
Starved Rock StablesRR1 & Rt. 71, Oglesby815/667-3026Guided trail rides, hayrides, bonfires and much more.All with courteous staff.April- November weather permitting.
Starved Rock State ParkRt. 178, Utica815/667-4906Hiking trails, canoe rental,horse rental, and boatrides. Lodge, campground,guided hikes and visitors center. 13 miles of horse trails and equestrian campground.
WILL COUNTYBillie Limacher Will-JolietBicentennial Park201 W. Jefferson St., Joliet815/724-3760Civic cultural arts center.Indoor theatre/ outdoorband shell set in a park inan historic area.
Bolingbrook Park District201 Recreation Dr.,Bolingbrook630/739-0272Providing over 2,100 opportunities for recreation. Relax, have fun and embrace the power of recreation.
Camp SagawauI-55 South exit on 83 to11th St. Turn left and go ashort distance to Campentrance on left.630/257-2045Offers educational nature programs and features a100,000 year old canyon toobserve along with unusualand uncommon plants aswell as many animals roaming and growingamong the region’s bedrockand dolomite limestone.
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Channahon State Park2 W. Story St., Channahon815/467-4271Two Illinois & MichiganCanal locks and therestored locktender’s house.Picnicking, tent camping,fishing and canoeing.
Des Plaines Conservation Area24621 N. River Rd.,Wilmington815/423-5326200 acres of water including a 2.5 acre lake.Camping, fishing, boating,picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, hunting.
Forest Preserve District of Will County22606 Cherry Hill Rd.,Joliet815/727-8700Preserves and improvespublic lands for the enjoyment of and use by the public.
Illinois & Michigan Canal State TrailChannahon State Park,Channahon815/467-427161- mile continuous trailrunning from BrandonRoad in Rockdale toLaSalle/Peru following the historic I&M Canal.Illinois & Michigan Canal Trail Willow Springs8.9 mile double loop pavedtrail. Perfect for hiking,biking, cross country skiingor roller-blading.
Lake Renwick Heron Rookery Nature PreserveRenwick Rd., Plainfield815/727-8700Nature preserve, birdwatching, herons, rookery, park, lake, egrets, forest preserve.
Messenger WoodsHomer Glen815/727-8700One of the oldest of WillCounty’s forest preserves where visitors can enjoy thefew remaining forests inNortheastern Illinois thathave not been altered bygrazing, cutting, farming, or development.
Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie30239 S. State St.,Wilmington815/423-6370The largest publicly ownedopen space in northeasternIllinois. Stop and visit thenew Welcome Center tolearn about the large scaleprairie 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 andAdministration CenterFPD of Will County17540 W. Laraway Rd.,Joliet815/7278700
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Discover the
AreaWilmington
For information on business development opportunities call
www.wilmington-il.com815-476-2175
Scenic parks, tranquil fishing hotspots, tallgrassprairies, a quaint yet livelydowntown, and historicRoute 66 are only some of the things that makeWilmington a wonderfulplace 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
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Discover the enchantment of the past in the present. VisitLockport’s historic district where you’ll explore the heritageof this architecturally-rich canalside community. From theGaylord Building, an 1838 National Trust historic site, to the
Gladys Fox Museum, to the Central Block there is somethingfor everyone. After delving into the past, encounter the
excitement of the present by hiking or biking the I & M CanalTrail or playing a round of golf at the Prairie Bluff Public Golf
Course. When you’re ready to slow things down, shop in themany quaint stores for gifts, antiques, and collectibles. Then relax as you
dine in one of the many fine restaurants tucked inside historic structures, suchas the Public Landing Restaurant.
Lockport is located just 35 miles southwest of Chicago and 5 miles north of Joliet. Lockport is accessible off of Interstates 55 & 80 & 355 via Routes 7 & 171.
The Gaylord Building More than 160 years ago, theGaylord Building played a role inthe creation of the I & M Canal,the final link in America’s great19th century water highway sys-tem. Today the Gaylord Buildingis a gateway to the I & M CanalNational Heritage Corridor.Visitors can explore the build-ing’s exhibits and enjoy a mealin its Public Landing Restaurant.
Prairie Bluff Public Golf ClubThe course includes a challeng-ing regionally acclaimed 18-hole course, a learning center,and a clubhouse with a proshop, restaurant, and banquet hall.
Gladys Fox MuseumConstructed as a church fromnative quarry stone in 1839,the Gladys Fox Museum hasbeen beautifully restored andremains a historic cornerstoneof Lockport. It contains bothevent space and exhibits withhistorical photographs andmemorabilia of Dellwood Parkand the I&M Canal.
Central SquareOld Public Square nowhouses City, Townshipand Park District offices.Displays of historic pic-tures throughout all three floors.
(815) 838-0549 • www.lockport.org
Historic Lockport
Come for a day- or a lifetime
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GRUNDY COUNTYComfort Inn70 W. Gore Road, Morris815/942-1433www.tharaldson.com
Holiday Inn200 Gore Road, Morris815/942-6600
Park Motel1923 N. Division Street,Morris815/942-1321
LASALLE COUNTYBrightwood Inn 2407 N. Rt. 178, Oglesby888/667-4600www.starved-rock-inn.com
Days Inn120 N. Lewis Avenue,Oglesby815/883-9600www.the.daysinn.com/oglesby4593
Fox River Bed and Breakfast3367 E 2072nd Rd.,Ottawa815/431-9257http://foxriverbnb.comFox River Historic Bed andBreakfast. Affordable get-aways near Starved Rock,Canoe the fox or just relax.
Fox River Eagle View Cabin Rental1914 N.2959th RdOttawa815/434-1308Located on scenic FoxRiver. Fully equippedcabin. Romantic, Private,Family Fun. Minutes fromStarved Rock.
Frontier Lodge &Conference CenterP.O. Box 136, Utica815/667-7100www.frontierlodgeusa.comA Wild West water parkadventure! Condo salesOpening 2007
Grizzly Jack’s Grand Bear LodgeIL Rt. 178Utica866/399-FUNN (3866)
Hampton Inn4115 Holiday Lane,Ottawa800/HAMPTONwww.cdmhotels.com
Holiday Inn Express900 Holiday Street,Oglesby815/883-3535 or800/HOLIDAY
Holiday Inn Express120 W. Stevenson Road,Ottawa815/433-0029www.cdmhotels.com
Hickory HollowFrontage Road at I-80 & I-178, Utica815/667-4996
Inn Restaurant at Town & Country Inn2110 N. Bloomington St.Streator815/672-3183
La Quinta Inn4389 Venture Drive, Peru815/224-9000
Starved Rock Lodge &Conference CenterRt. 178 & 71, Utica815/667-4211www.starvedrocklodge.com
Super 8 Motel1705 N. Bloomington St.,Streator815/672-0080
Town & Country Inn2110 N. BloomingtonStreet, Streator815/672-3183www.tcinn.com
Troll HollowCampground2265 N. 2453 Road,Marseilles815/795-2537www.trollhollow.com
Kishauwau on the Vermilion901 N. 2129 Road, Tonica800/659-0627www.kishauwau.com
Landers House 115 East Church Street,Utica815/667-5170www.landershouse.com
Lord Stockings Bed & Breakfast803 3rd Avenue, Mendota815/539-7905
Marcia’s Bed &Breakfast3003 N. IL Rt. 71, Ottawa815/434-5217www.innsite.com/inns/A001790.html
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Starved Rock LodgeRestaurantRt. 178 & 71, Utica815/667-4211
Starved Rock Harbor Villas & Suites1 Dee Bennett Road,Ottawa815/434-9200www.srarock.com
Starved Rock InnRt. 178 & Rt. 6, Utica815/667-4238www.starvedrockcattails.com
The Willows325 Clark St., Utica815/667-3400
WILL COUNTY AmericInn Lodge & Suites175 W. Remington Blvd.,Bolingbrook 630/378-5300www.americinnboling-brook.com
Best Western JolietInn & Suites4380 Enterprise Drive,Joliet815/730-7500http://book.bestwestern.com
Comfort Inn North3235 Norman Avenue,Joliet815/436-5141www.tharaldson.comJolietNorthCI@tharald-son.com
Comfort Inn South135 S. Larkin Avenue,Joliet815/744-1770 or 800/228-5160www.tharaldson.comJolietSouthCI@tharald-son.com
Country Inn & Suites by Carlson1265 Lakeview Drive,Romeoville630/378-1052www.countryinns.com
Empress Casino Hotel2300 Empress Drive, Joliet888/4-EMPRESS
Empress RV Resort2300 Empress Drive, Joliet888/4EMPRESS
Fairfield Inn North3239 Norman Avenue,Joliet815/436-6577www.tharaldson.comJolietNorthFF@tharald-son.com
Fairfield Inn South1501 Riverboat Center,Joliet815/741-3499 or 800/228-2800www.tharaldson.comJolietSouthFF@tharald-son.com
Fossil Rock Recreation24615 W. Strip Mine Rd.,Wilmington815/476-6784 or 815/476-6703
Green FieldsCampground, Inc17120 W. Schweitzer Rd.,Elwood815/722-0342 or 815/722-2080www.greenfieldcamp-ground.comCamping available duringNASCAR and IRL races.1.5 miles east ofChicagoland Speedway.
Hampton Inn I-553555 Mall Loop Drive,Joliet815/439-9500www.hamptoninnjoli-eti55.com
Hampton Inn I-801521 Riverboat Center,Joliet815/725-2424www.hamptoninnjoli-eti80.com
Hampton Inn Suites165 Remington Blvd.,Bolingbrook630/759-7100www.chibb_hampton_suites.com
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites205 Remington Blvd.,Bolingbrook630/679-1600 or800/HOLIDAYwww.holiday-inn.com
Holiday InnConvention Center411 S. Larkin Avenue,Joliet815/729-2000 or800/HOLIDAY
La Quinta Inn225 W. South FrontageRoad, Bolingbrook630/226-0000 or 800/531-5900
Leisure Lake Resort21900 S.W. FrontageRoad, Joliet815/741-9405
Prairie View RV Park17750 Schweitzer Road,Elwood815/726-7060www.prairieviewrv.com
Ramada Limited520 S. Bolingbrook Drive,Bolingbrook888/218-3065 or 630/972-9797
Race View Farms2618 S. Chicago Street,Joliet815/741-3010www.raceviewfarms.com
Ramada Limited South1520 Commerce Lane,Joliet815/730-1111
Springhill Suites by Marriott125 Remington Blvd.,Bolingbrook630/759-0529www.marriott.com/chib
Super 81301 Marquette Drive,Romeoville 630/759-8880 or 800/800-8000 www.super8.com
Super 8 North3401 Mall Loop Drive,Joliet815/439-3838www.super8.com
Wingate Inn101 McDonald Avenue,Joliet815/741-2100www.wingateinns.com
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Let us help you find your dream home.
Starved Rock RealtyStarved Rock Realty620 Division Street
Rt. 178Utica, IL 61373
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Best Western Inn & Suites815-730-7500
Comfort Inn North815-436-5141
Comfort Inn South815-744-1770
Empress Casino815-744-9400
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Holiday InnExpress815-439-4200
Motel 6 South815-729-2800
JOLIET
Ramada InnLimited815-730-1111
Super 8 North815-439-3838
Wingate Inn815-741-2100
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AmericInn Lodge & Suites630-378-5300
La Quinta630-226-0000
Springhill Suites630-759-0529
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Comfort Inn630-226-1900
Country Inn & Suites630-378-1052
Starved Rock LodgeAND CONFERENCE CENTER
At Starved Rock State Park
P.O. Box 570, Rt. 178 & 71
Utica, IL 61373
(800) 868-ROCK (7625) Fax: (815) 667-4455
Website: www.starvedrocklodge.com
• Hiking
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• Great Packages
• Indoor Pool/Hot Tub
• Fireplaces
• Boating/Fishing
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• Horseback Riding
• Picnic Areas
Plan your next familyadventureor quietretreatwith us...we have it all!
Corporate Business Retreats • BanquetsWeddings • Entertainment
Credit Cards Accepted:• Visa • MasterCard • Discover • American Express
Store Hours:M – F 9am – 7pmSat 9am – 4pmSun 11am – 3pmService Hours:M – F 9am – 6pmSat 9am – 4pmSun Closed
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750 Centennial Drive, OttawaI-80, exit 90, S. 1 block, Left on Etna, 1⁄2 mile on left815/431-1900
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Heritage Corridor CVB — Utica801 E. US. Highway 6Utica, IL 61373800/746-0550 or815/667-4356
Heritage Corridor CVB— Bedford Park7800 W. 65th St.Bedford Park, IL 60501708/496-0193
Grundy County Chamber of Commerceand Visitor Center — Morris909 N. Liberty St.Morris, IL815/942-0113
I&M Canal Visitor Center — Lockport200 W. 8th St. Lockport, IL815/588-1100
Ottawa Visitors Center100 W. LafayetteOttawa, IL 815/434-2737
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AmericInn Lodge & Suites175 W. Remington Blvd., Bolingbrook630/378-5300www.americinn.com
Best Western Joliet Inn & Suites4380 Enterprise Drive, Joliet815/730-7500
Comfort Inn North3235 Norman Avenue, Joliet815/436-5141www.tharaldson.com
Comfort Inn South135 S. Larkin Avenue, Joliet815/744-1770 or 800/228-5160www.tharaldson.com
Country Inn & Suites by Carlson1265 Lakeview Drive, Romeoville630/378-1052www.countryinns.com
Empress Casino Hotel2300 Empress Drive, Joliet1-888-4-EMPRESS
Fairfield Inn North3239 Norman Avenue, Joliet815/436-6577 or 800/228-2800
Fairfield Inn South1501 Riverboat Center, Joliet815/741-3499 or 800/228-2800
Hampton Inn – Joliet I-553555 Mall Loop Drive, Joliet815/439-9500www.hamptoninnjolieti55.com
Hampton Inn – Joliet I-801521 Riverboat Center, Joliet815/725-2424www.hamptoninnjolieti80.com
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites205 Remington Blvd., Bolingbrook630/679-1600 or 800/HOLIDAYwww.holiday-inn.com
La Quinta Inn225 W. South Frontage Road, Bolingbrook630/226-0000
Ramada Limited 520 S. Bolingbrook Drive, Bolingbrook888/218-3065 or 630/972-9797
Ramada Limited South1520 Commerce Lane, Joliet815/730-1111
Springhill Suites by Marriott125 Remington Blvd., Bolingbrook630/759-0529www.springhillsuites.com
Super 8 North3401 Mall Loop Drive, Joliet815/439-3838 www.super8.com
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64 room hotel includes indoor pool and whirlpool. Privatespa & 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 andHarrah’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 highspeed internet. *
Adjacent to casino. Features 80 rooms, 22 suites, indoorpool, whirlpool, exercise room. 80 space RV Resort locatednext to the hotel. *
63 rooms, friendly, quality service. Group and extendedstay rates available. Indoor pool and whirlpool. *
Built for the business or leisure traveler. Indoor pool/hottub, complimentary breakfast and service so good, you’llreturn. *
The hotel offers guests outstanding servce, laundry facility,indoor swimming pool and whirlpoool, cardiovascular fit-ness facility and a complimentatry deluxe breakfast bar. *
The hotel offers guests outstanding servce, laundry facility,indoor swimming pool and whirlpoool, cardiovascular fit-ness facility and a complimentatry deluxe breakfast bar. *
New full service hotel, restaurant, room service, indoorpool, fitness center, banquet (250 max.) and meeting (700theater style max.) facilities. *
Whirlpool suites, cable TV, pay per view movies,microwaves, refrigerators, laundry facilities and businessservices. Pets are allowed with a charge. *
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Close to Empress & Harrah’s Casinos, Rialto Theatre,Route 66 Raceway and Tweeter Center. Ask about specialrates. *
All suite hotel, located at I-55 exit 267 in Bolingbrook.Room service available. *
Indoor pool, spa, Jacuzzi suites, guest laundry. *
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Wingate Inn101 McDonald Avenue, Joliet815/741-2100www.wingateinns.com
Indoor pool,, hot tub, Jacuzzi suites. Free High SpeedInternet. Free Business Center. Built for business.*
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Empress RV Resort2300 Empress Drive, Joliet888/4EMPRESS
Fossil Rock Recreation Area24615 W. Strip Mine Rd., Wilmington 815/476-6784 or 815/476-6703
Green Fields Campground, Inc.17120 W. Schweitzer Rd., Elwood815/722-2080www.greenfieldscampground.com
Leisure Lake Resort21900 S.W. Frontage Road, Joliet815/741-9405
Prairie View RV17750 Schweitzer Road, Elwood 815/726-1060 & 815/861-5115www.prairieviewrv.com
Race View Farms2618 S. Chicago St., Joliet815/741-3010www.raceviewfarms.com
Twelve acres. Water, electric, TV hookups, waste station,laundry, showers, individual patios. Good Sam Club. *
Open year round with beach, fishing, fossil hunting, horseshoes, and playground. Water, electric, septic, and showersavailable. Close to NASCAR and Rt. 66 raceways.
Camping for NASCAR, IRL and other events at Chicagolandspeedway 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 plusmany more activities.
Immediately adajacent to Chciagland Speedway and nearRoute 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 atChicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway.
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GRUNDY COUNTY LODGING & ACCOMMODATIONS
Comfort Inn70 W. Gore Road, Morris815/942-1433www.choicehotels.com
Holiday Inn200 Gore Road, Morris815/942-6600
Park Motel1923 N. Division Street, Morris815/942-1321 fax 815/942-1369
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Grundy County’s only full service hotel. Newly remodeled.Indoor swimming pool. Free coffee in the AM. Free cookiesin the PM. *
Clean & quiet. By lake, AARP discount. Parking outsideroom. Free HBO, ESPN, Golf Course 2 miles. *
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LASALLE COUNTY LODGING & ACCOMMODATIONS
Days Inn120 N. Lewis Avenue, Oglesby815/883-9600www.daysinn.com/oglesby04593
Fox River Bed and Breakfast3367 E 2072nd RdOttawa, IL 61350815/431-9257http://foxriverbnb.com
Fox River Eagle View Cabin Rental1914 N.2959th RdOttawa815/434-1308
Frontier Lodge & Conference CenterP.O. Box 136 Utica, IL 61373815/667-7100www.frontierlodgeusa.com
Grizzly Jack’s Grand Bear Lodge2643 N. Rt. 178, Utica815/667-3866www.grandbearlodge.com
Hampton Inn 4115 Holiday Lane, Ottawa 815/434-6040 or 800/HAMPTONwww.cdmhotels.com
Holiday Inn Express900 Holiday Street, Oglesby815/883-3535 or 800/HOLIDAY
Holiday Inn Express120 W. Stevenson Road, Ottawa815/433-0029www.cdmhotels.com
La Quinta Inn4389 Venture Drive, Peru815/224-9000
Starved Rock Lodge & Conference CenterRt. 178 & 71, Utica815/667-4211www.starvedrocklodge.com
Super 8 Motel1705 N. Bloomington Street, Streator815/672-0080815/674-6458
Town & Country Inn2110 N. Bloomington Street, Streator815/672-3183www.tcinn.com
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I-39, exit 54. Spacious work area suites. Five miles fromStarved Rock, free HBO, Disney, ESPN. Deluxe continen-tal breakfast, extremely clean rooms, friendly staff. *
Fox River Historic Bed and Breakfast. Affordable getawaysnear Starved Rock, Canoe the fox or just relax.
Located on scenic Fox River! Fully equipped cabin!Romantic, Private, Family Fun! Minutes from StarvedRock!
A Wild West water park adventure! Condo sales Opening 2007.
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 banquetfacility. 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 roommovies. Whirlpool rooms available. *
Just ten minutes from Starved Rock State Park. Indoorpool and whirlpool, complimentary breakfast bar. *
Indoor pool and spa. Complimentary continental breakfastbar. Game room, gorgeous atmosphere and more. *
Full service banquet and conference center facilities in aunique setting. Excellent cuisine and professional staff. 94 rooms & cabins in deluxe resort facility. Nestled inbeautiful Starved Rock State Park. *
Indoor heated pool, continental breakfast, hot tub suite,family suites with 3 queen beds. Children under 12 stayfree. Free Contiinental Brakfast. Free Local calls. HighSpeed Internet. *
Indoor pool and whirlpool. Deluxe complimentary continental brakfast. Family suites, whirlpoos suite, andexecutive suite available. Restaurant, bar and banquet facitilties on premis. Well kept, older property. Owned bythe same family since 1954. *
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Hickory HollowFrontage Road at I-80 & I-178, Utica815/667-4966
Troll Hollow Campground2265 N. 2453 Road, Marseilles815/795-2537 www.trollhollowcampground.com
Sixteen acres in the country with 100 plus sites. Sewer, electric, store, laundry, showers and wash station.
Scenic wooded campground. Especially catering to the needsof seasonal campers. Overnight campers also welcome.
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Brightwood Inn2407 N. Rt. 178, Oglesby815/667-0600 815/667-4600www.starved-rock-inn.com
Kishauwau on the Vermilion901 N. 2129 Road, Tonica800/659-0627www.kishauwau.com
Landers House Country Lodging115 East Church Street, Utica815/667-5170www.landershouse.com
Lord Stockings Bed & Breakfast803 3rd Avenue, Mendota815/539-7905www.GO-ILLINOIS.com
Marcia’s Bed & BreakfastI-80 & Rt. 71, Ottawa815/434-5217www.go-illinois.com
Starved Rock Adventures Harbor Villas & Suites1 Dee Bennett Road, Ottawa815/434-9200 www.srarock.com
Starved Rock InnRt. 178 & Rt. 6, Utica815/667-4238 www.starvedrockcattails.com
Starved Rock Lodge - CabinsRt. 178 & Rt. 6, Utica815/667-4211800/868-ROCK www.starvedrocklodge.com
The Willows5 Clark Street, Utica815/667-3400
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 bathswith whirlpools. Clean, comfortable, cozy. Modern and quiet.MC, V
Four cottages with whirlpools, wet bars, fireplaces, loft-bedrooms, skylights and private porches. Cozy rooms with private baths. Full breakfast included. deluxe suite and 4 cozyrooms. MC, V
Three-story victorian home, well tended lawns, an English gar-den, 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 housekeepingunits. 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 historicbuilding. Fireplaces, Jacuzzis, full kitchens, and more.Downtown Utica. *
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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 1876 16,000 sq. ft. mansion.
10. Shop a charming 19th century downtown district, view vivid outdoor murals depicting the
area's colorful past.
starvedrockarea
For lodging information:1-866-7LASALLEwww.enjoylasallecounty.com
10 THINGS TO GO, SEE, AND DO IN LASALLE COUNTY
fun attractions | state parks | historic sites | lodging | hiking & biking trails
Features: “On The House” HOT Breakfast
Million Dollar Renovation I-80 completed 4th quarter 2006I-55 completed 1st quarter 2007
• FREE High Speed Internet Access
• Indoor Pool & Whirlpool
• 10 Minutes From Casinos
• Special Group Rates Available
• 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
The 1876Hegeler Carus
Mansion
1307 Seventh StreetLa Salle, IL 61301
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Tours:Wednesdays - Sundays
Noon, 1 pm, 2 pm, & 3 pm
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Where Lincoln's Voice Was First Heard!
Located minutes from Starved Rock StatePark, we invite you to experience our manyattractions and activities. Visit "Old Town,"our elite shopping and dining district featuring everything from turn-of-the-centuryarchitecture to a Cabaret Theater offeringmusicals, comedies, revues and children'sshows. Take a pleasurable riverboat cruise onthe Illinois River or enjoy the Ottawa ScoutingMuseum. Be adventurous by skydiving, canoeing or biking the I&M Canal. Educateyourself by touring the historic ReddickMansion or enjoying a mural tour or a tour ofWashington Square, site of the first AbrahamLincoln and Stephen Douglas debate in 1858.Explore our heritage and recreational outletswhile being surrounded by the area's diversenatural beauty.
Contact the Ottawa Visitors Center for an "Experience Ottawa" magazine or for lodging information.
Ottawa Visitors Center100 W. Lafayette Street | Ottawa, Illinois 61350
Toll-Free 888.OTTAWA.ILwww.experienceottawa.com
Home of the famousCulinary Buffet and
5-Star Spud Bar!
200 West Gore Road(Holiday Inn @ I-80 & Rt 47)
Morris815/942-2414815/942-6600
Chef’s menu offered
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CHICAGO PORTAGEPaper Alley314 Canal St., Lemont630/257-7200Custom printed invitationsand announcements forweddings, showers, birthsand more. Distinctive stationary items, partyfavors and gifts.www.paperalley.com
GRUNDY COUNTYMorris AntiqueEmporium112 W. Washington St.,Morris815/941-0200Unique 125 year old building. Three plusfloors, multi dealer emporium. Open 7 days a week.
LASALLE COUNTYApple Tree Alpacas723 S. Clark St., Utica815/667-4228Fabulous apparel, softestyarns and roving. Call for hours.www.alpacanation.com
August Hill Winery106 Mill St., Utica815/667-5211Offers a variety of excellentwines and gifts.
Boggio’s Orchard and ProduceRt. 71, Granville815/339-2245July- December6am- 6 pmFresh vegetables, bakery,fudge, jar products, u-pick,apples, pumpkins, pettingzoo, corn maze, pedal cars,food stands.
Book Mouse, Inc.820 LaSalle St.,Ottawa815/433-7323Independent full servicebookstore. Hardcovers,paperbacks, magazines,cards. Knowledgeable,friendly staff.www.bookmouse.org
Cattails Gift ShopRoute 178 & Route 6,Utica815/667-4550Unique gifts includingprints, candles, florals, jewelry and garden.Starved Rock wine andwine accessories at the cottage. Open every dayexcept Christmas.
Clark St. Studio409 S. Clark St., Utica815/667-4098Offers wheel thrown pottery by resident potter.Working with terra-cottastoneware and Raku clay bodies.
Class Room724 LaSalle St., Ottawa815/433-3734A Teacher’s store and more.Educational toys, puzzles,games, children’s books and teachers aids. Wemake learning fun!
Common GroundsBook Café723 S. Clark St.Utica815/866-5167
Country At Heart Antique Mall470 Main St., Marseilles815/795-6616Country, Victorian oak andwalnut furniture, linens,vintage clothing, jewelry,pottery, porcelain. OpenT-Sat 10-5; Sun 11-4
Crafters Village1220 37th St., Peru815/224-8126America’s largest andbusiest craft mall.
DanchrisNursery1000 Berstein St.Streator815/672-8135Full service nursery, landscaping and gardencenter. Serving CentralIllinois for 45 years.
Eric’s Pumpkin Patch2097 N. 15th Rd. RR.1,Streator815/672-9111Specializing in decorating for a Halloween & fall scene atmosphere.
Flutterby Junction2937 N. State Rt.178 Unit 1Utica815/667-4477Handmade gourmet popcorn, nuts, creative giftbaskets, home, garden &seasonal accents, snowmen,Bridgewater candles.
Gramma’s Attic Antique Mall219 W. Main St., Ottawa815/434-73324 floors of antiques, gifts,linens, crafts, glassware,collectibles, books. OpenM-Sat 10-5; Sun 12-5
Illinois River Winery723 S. Clark St., Utica815/667-4012Winery, wine garden andtasting room, featuringaward winning wines madein the Illinois River Valley.
KF Awards1112 E. 12th St., Streator815/673-3734Trophies, plaques, medals, and ribbons alongwith quality products
completed on time atcompetitive prices.
The Mercantile725 LaSalle St., Ottawa815/431-1070Unique gifts and homeaccessories. Including stain glass lamps, picture frames, crystal, pottery,potpourri, candles & floral arrangements
Peru Mall3940 Rt.251, Peru815/223-7600Bergner’s, JCPenney, Sears and over 65 specialtystores, restaurants, cinemasand services.
Peru Antique Mall2702 May Rd., Peru815/224-9991250 dealers, 30,000 sq.feet, single level buildingdisplaying a wide range ofquality antiques. Opendaily 9:30-5:30.
Quilting Family Quilt Shop 720 LaSalle St., Ottawa815/434-3646 Attractions A fine selectionof quilting fabrics, books,patterns & threads offeringclasses and gift certificates.Quaint and Friendly!
Seasons Gone By Gifts & Accents124 Mill St., Utica815/667-4321Beautiful home accents andgifts, shabby chic & rusticlodge, from primitive andAmericana to cottage garden.
Starved Rock Harley Davidson750 Centennial Dr.,Ottawa815/431-1900Motorcycles, clothing and collectibles. Financing of purchases and full service department.
Starved Rock LodgeGift ShopRt.178 & 71, Utica815/667-4211Unique selections.Collectibles, prints, souvenirs. Find the perfect gift for anyone. Open 7 days.
Tri City Frock Shoppe559 1st St., LaSalle815/223-0403For the best selection ofbetter women’s clothing.Penleton, Woolrich, Tribaland much more. Full serv-ice alterations.
Two Sisters Candy and Gifts601 LaSalle St.,Ottawa815/433-4438And107 Mill St.,Utica815/667-7124www.3190.candybouquet.comFresh Fudge, Chocolates,Gourmet Foods andUnique Gifts. Visit aCandy Bouquet Near You!Accept Visa andMastercard
Quilting Family Quilt Shop720 LaSalle St.,Ottawa815/434-3646A fine selection of qualityfabrics, books, patterns &threads. Classes, GiftCertificates. Quaint andFriendly.
Xtreme Tee’s122 Mill St.,Utica815/667-7006T’s – Tye dyes- Denim-Fleece- Polo’s- ETC.Custom screen printed heattransfers, custom photoprints.
WILL COUNTYCountryside Village940 N. Division St.,Braidwood815/458-2191Unique gifts, crafts, col-lectibles, Yankee candles.Wine and gourmet fooddepartment.
IKEA750 E. Boughton Rd.Bolingbrook630/972-7900Swedish-based home furnishing store.
Meijer225 N. Weber Rd.,Bolingbrook630/679-6508This family owned retailerhas everything from gro-ceries to everyday house-hold items. Save on gaswith earned points fromyour grocery purchase!
Paraphernalia Antiques112 -114-124 N. Water St.Wilmington815/476-9841European imports, estatejewelry, general line. Threebuildings with thousandsof choice items. Open daily
Siegel's Cottonwood Farm17250 Weber Rd.,Crest Hill815/741-2693800/304-FARMwww.cottonwoodfarms.netSiegel's Cottonwood Farmhome of the Pumpkinfestand Pirate Treasure 5 milecornfield maze, see our-pumpkinfarm.com andhome of Statesville awardwinning haunted prisonand city of the dead, seestatesville.org. Seigel's garden center home of thextra sweet corn, flowers,plants, and more. OnWeber south of Division.
Treasured WoodenCreationsPeter A. Thorson~Wood Artist16530 S McAllister Rd.,PlainfieldOffice Phone: 815/230-3833Cell Phone: 630/776-9123
Westfield Shopping Center3340 Mall Loop Dr., Joliet815/439-1000Westfield ShoppingCenters feature fourdepartment stores and over120 specialty shops and restaurants.
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Homemade Fudge • FreeAdmission • Bus Tours WelcomeOPEN: Mon. - Sat. 9 am to 5 pm,
Sun. Noon to 5 pm.
Rental Space Available to DealersAlways something new,
always something different.
1220 37th StreetPeru, IL 61354
(Exit 75 Off I-80, East from the Peru Mall)
(815) 224-8126
Largest Craft MallIn America
Flagg CreekGolf Course
Voted Chicagoland’s #1nine-hole golf course, with
an 11,000 s. ft. lightedpractice green and 24
position driving range.
For info, call 708-246-3336
For more information, call708-354-7270
or visitwww.countryside-il.org
Easy Access toChicago’s points ofinterest 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
• 464 Hotel rooms available• 35 Restaurants• 12 Auto dealerships • 700 Retail stores nearby
Centrally locatedin the near westernsuburbs onLaGrange Road,one mile north of I-55
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CHICAGO PORTAGEMcCook Athletic andExpostion-MAX4750 Vernon Ave.,McCook708/246-2000
GRUNDY COUNTYGebhard Woods State Park401 Ottawa St., Morris815/942-0796Ballfield, fishing ponds,picnic shelters, hiking, biking, bird watching, icefishing, ice skating andsnowmobiling.
Grundy County Corn Festival September 27th - October 1st Enjoy all of the events in Morris during this annual festival. 815/942-2676 or visit www.cornfes-tival.org
Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area5010 N. Jugtown Rd.,Morris815/942-2899The largest tall grass prairie in Illinois. Hiking andcross country skiing.
LASALLE COUNTYApple Tree Alpacas3037 E 11th Rd., Utica815/667-4228Loveable alpacas for viewing and petting. Call for hours.
Boggio’s Orchard and ProduceRt. 71, Granville815/339-2245July- December6am- 6 pmFresh vegetables, bakery,fudge, jar products, u-pick, apples, pumpkins,petting zoo, corn maze,pedal cars, food stands.
Dollinger FamilyFarm/Pumpkin Farm7420 W. Hansel Rd.Minookawww.dollingerfarm.comCivil War Re-enactment(Oct), Antique TractorShow (July), farm animalpetting zoo, Mums, FallDecorations
Eric’s Pumpkin Patch2097 N. 15th Rd. RR.1,Streator815/672-9111Specializing in decorating for a Halloween & fall scene atmosphere.
LaSalle Speedway578 E. US Rt. 6, LaSalle815/223-6900 Racetrack773/582-3776 Box OfficeMid- America’s most exciting - high banked clay oval. Drivers competein furious side by side stock car racing.
LaSalle Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area2660 E. 2350th Rd.,Marseilles815/357-16082058 acre lake with a rocky shoreline. Wildliferefuge, fishing, biking, bird watching, picnicking.Waterfowl refuge.
Maple Leaf Park, Inc.1318 E. US 34, Earlville815/246-8751Private forty-acre park serving most sports,fundraisers, corporate outings, special events,waterside banquet room.
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Sandy Ford Sportsman Club720 S. Bloomington St.,Streator815/673-1880Private club with publicevents, including trap, bow and cowboy shoots,and indoor shooting competitions. NRA approved.
Starved Rock Air ToursIllinois Valley RegionalAirportPeru815/791-6013Helicopter tours of thebeautiful Starved RockArea. Breath taking viewslike you have never seen!
WILL COUNTYBolingbrook Park District201 Recreation Dr.,Bolingbrook630/739-0272Providing over 2,100 opportunities for recreation. Relax, have fun and embrace the power of recreation.
Channahon State Park2 W. Story St., Channahon815/467-4271Two Illinois & MichiganCanal locks and therestored locktender’s house.Picnicking, tent camping,fishing and canoeing.
Chicagoland Speedway500 Speedway Blvd., Joliet815/722-5500Tickets: 815/727-RACEChicagoland Speedwayannually hosts theNASCAR NEXTEL CupSeries, NASCAR, BuschSeries, IRL IndyCar Series,IRL Menards Infiniti ProSeries, ARCA RE/MAXSeries, as well as severaldriving schools.
Dellwood Park18th St & Lawrence Ave.,Lockport815/838-1183156 acres with playgrounds, band shell,soccer and baseball fields,indoor pool and more.
Des Plaines Conservation Area24621 N. River Rd.,Wilmington815/423-5326200 acres of water including a 2.5 acre lake.Camping, fishing, boating,picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, hunting.
Empress Casino2300 Empress Dr., Joliet888/4-EMPRESSOver 1,100 slot and video poker machines, 35 tablegames. Land based pavil-ion, hotel and RV resort.
Harlow LockwoodSoftball fields/InwoodSports Complex3000 W. Jefferson St.,Joliet815/741-7275Six softball fields, four soccer fields. Concessionfacilities. League and tournament play.Spectators always welcome.
Haunted Trails Amusement Park1423 N. Broadway, Joliet815/722-7800Family owned entertain-ment Center. Featuringminiature golf, rides, lasertag, go-karts, and restau-rant seating for family andcorporate outings.
Hartman Recreation Center511 N. Collins St., Joliet815/741-7296Various recreation activitiesfor toddlers through seniors. Gymnasium open to public. Daily open gym hours.
Illinois & Michigan Canal State TrailChannahon State Park,Channahon815/467-427161- mile continuous trailrunning from BrandonRoad in Rockdale toLaSalle/Peru following thehistoric I&M Canal.Illinois & Michigan CanalTrail Willow Springs8.9 mile double loop pavedtrail. Perfect for hiking,biking, cross country skiingor roller-blading.
Inwood Ice Arena3000 W. Jefferson St.,Joliet815/741-7275Instructional figure skatingand hockey. Open publicskating. Rental skates, fitness center, exercise stu-dio, concessions.
Joliet JackHammers1 Mayor Art Schultz Dr.,Joliet815/726-2255Professional minor leaguebaseball. 45 home games.Affordable family enter-tainment Memorial Daythrough Labor Day.
Joliet Park District Multi-Purpose Center3000 W. Jefferson St.,Joliet815/741-7275Over 200 recreation activities for toddlersthrough seniors.Gymnasium open daily.Full service gymnastics program.
Lockport Township Park District1911 S. Lawrence Ave.,Lockport815/838-1183Call us for more information on our varietyof programs and events.
Pilcher Park Nature Center2501 Highland Park, Joliet815/741-7277Bring the family to exploreover 300 acres of diversewoods. Inside our free logcabin nature center, discov-er our turtle pond, snakesand hands on exhibits.Visit our annual festivals too!
Route 66 Raceway500 Speedway Blvd., Joliet815/722-5500Tickets: 815/727-RACERoute 66 Raceway annually hosts the NHRAPOWERade Drag RacingSeries, USAC Sprint andMidgets, demolition der-bies, monster truck shows,Jr. Dragsters, car shows,bracket racing, outdoormusic concerts and much more.
Siegel's Cottonwood Farm17250 Weber RoadCrest Hill815/741-2693800/304-FARMwww.cottonwoodfarms.netSiegel's Cottonwood Farmhome of the Pumpkinfestand Pirate Treasure 5 milecornfield maze, see our-pumpkinfarm.com andhome of Statesville awardwinning haunted prisonand city of the dead, seestatesville.org. Seigel's garden center home of thextra sweet corn, flowers,plants, and more. OnWeber south of Division.
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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 thecrowded 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 originalarchitecture 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.
Forr moree informationn calll 815-941-0245orr visitt uss att www.downtownmorris.com
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GRUNDY COUNTYGebhard Woods State Park401 Ottawa St., Morris815/942-0796Ballfield, fishing ponds,picnic shelters, hiking, biking, bird watching, icefishing, ice skating andsnowmobiling.
Heidecke State Fish & Wildlife Area5010 N. Jugtown, Morris815/942-6352A state hunting, fishingand wildlife refuge.Walleye, highbred andstriped bass. Deer huntingalso allowed.
LASALLE COUNTYAyers Landing Canoe Rentals3494 E. 2089th Rd.,Wedron815/433-2233Canoe trips on the beautiful lower Fox River.Call for reservations.
Canoe the Vermillion1903 E. 1251st Rd.,Streator815/673-3218Equipment rentals and livery. Enjoy theVermillion, Illinois andI&M Canal Waterways inthe Starved Rock Area.
Kayak Kings2068 N. 3639th Rd.,Serena815/792-8430 or 866/525-2925www.kayak-kings.comKayak the scenic Fox River on comfortable, easy riding, no-Eskimo roll, and inflatable, sit ontop Kayaks. One and twoperson kayaks available.Authorized Coleman retailer.
LaSalle Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area2660 E. 2350th Rd.,Marseilles815/357-16082058 acre lake with a rocky shoreline. Wildliferefuge, fishing, biking, bird watching, picnicking.Waterfowl refuge.
Ottawa RiverboatCompanyDowntown Ottawa on the Illinois River815/228-5772Ottawa’s only authentichistorical river cruise, offer-ing sight seeing & lunchcruises. Fully narrated, funfor everyone. Available forprivate groups. May-Oct.Times vary call for details.
Springbrook Marina, Inc.623 W. River Dr., Seneca815/357-8666Sales, service, rentals, dealerfor Silverton, Rinker,Envision boats, new andpre owned. Restaurant, bar and boutique. www.starvedrockmarina.com
SandyFord Canoe Launch AreaLeonore Rd., Streator815/673-1880Canoe launch site, withparking on the scenicVermillion River. Land & water reserve.Sunrise to sunset.
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Starved RockAdventures1 Dee Bennett Rd., Ottawa815/434-9200Houseboat vacation, waterfront condo rentals.Rentals: jet skis, speed,pontoon and fishing boats.
Starved Rock MarinaDee Bennett Rd., Ottawa815/433-4218Sales, service, rentals, dealerfor Silverton, Rinker,Stingray, Envision boats.New and pre-owned.Restaurant, bar, boutique.
U.S. Army Corps of EngineersIllinois Waterway VisitorsCenter950 North 27th Rd.,Ottawa815/667-4054View operating lock, learnIllinois River history, andwatch wildlife (bald eagles in winter).
Vermillion River Rafting781 N. 2249th RD.,Oglesby815/667-5242Experience White waterrafting in North CentralIllinois. Get wet and have fun!
WILL COUNTYBraidwood/ Mazonia State Fish & Wildlife AreaRt. 53 & Huston Rd.,Braceville815/237-0063700 Acres of grassland,brushy draws and shrubson its 1,017 acres.Hunting, picnicking and more.
Des Plaines Conservation Area24621 N. River Rd.,Wilmington815/423-5326200 acres of water including a 2.5 acre lake.Camping, fishing, boating,picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, hunting.
Forest Preserve District of Will County22606 Cherry Hill Rd.,Joliet815/727-8700Preserves and improvespublic lands for the enjoyment of and use by the public.
Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm425 Trout Farm Rd.,Bolingbrook630/759-2381Fifteen-acre, semi woodedsite including four lakes,bait shop, learning centerand grass areas with public benches.
Joliet Splash Station Waterpark2780 US. Route 6815/741-7250Waterpark featuringMidwest’s only 6 personracing slide, lazy river, tubeslides and body slides. Full concession stand.Corporate outings, birthday party packages.
Pelican Harbor Indoor/Outdoor Aquatic Park200 S. Lindsey Lane,Bolingbrook630/759-1166Have a “ Splash” tastic time at Illinois only indoor/outdoor tandem aquatic park.
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CHICAGO PORTAGEArgo/ SummitChamber of Commerce708/458-3033
Countryside Chamber of Commerce708/354-7102www.countryside-il.org
Eagle Promotions15039 S. 82nd Ave,Orland Park708/226-4990 Imprinted promotionalproducts service.
Justice Chamber ofCommerce708/458-7111
LaGrange BusinessAssociation106 Calendar Ct.,LaGrangewww.lgba.com
Lemont Area Chamber of Commerce630/257-5997www.lemontchamber.com
Prestige Comedians, Inc.7625 N. Eastlake Ter. Suite 106Chicago773/580-6769Prestige Comedians is dedicated to providing seasoned stand up comedians for corporate events.
GRUNDY COUNTYGrundy CountyChamber of Commerce& Industry815/942-0113www.grundychamber.com
“Pete” MufflerAdvertising113 W. North St., Morris815/942-0660Rep. of Kaeser and BlairInc. Featuring gifts foreveryone. Prices are verycompetitive.
LASALLE COUNTYAdventure Advertising & Printing300 W. Joliet St., Ottawa815/431-1000A full service communica-tions firm, offering print-ing, silk-screening, embroi-dery, signs and banners.
Century 21 Grieves Real Estate & GrievesConstruction123 W. Michigan St.,Ottawa815/433-0764815/433-0744Real Estate specializing inresidential, commercial,investment farms, reloca-tion. Open 8-6 pm.
Century 21 Grieves Real Estate & GrievesConstruction1222 Shooting Park RdPeru815/224-2121815/224-1755General Contract and project management, newhome construction, com-mercial building construc-tion. 100% financingavailable.
Century 21 WindsorRealty2715 Columbus St.,Ottawa815/434-2122Specializing in relocation,residential, commercial,farms and vacant land.
Haeberle & Associates130 W. Lafayette, Ottawa815/434-3337Locally owned since 1947, specializing in residentialand commercial invest-ments. 100% financingavailable.
LaSalle StateBank/CommunityBank of UticaUtica Address: 100 MillStreet, UticaMain office Address: 654First Street, LaSalle815/223-8800Full service bank, ATMand night time depository
Mendota AreaChamber of Commerce815/539-6507www.mendotachamber.com
Ottawa Area Chamberof Commerce &Industry815/433-0084www.ottawachamberillinois.com
Sole Balance109 Armory Ct., Streator815/673-5797Kristine Sass- Nationallycertified massage therapist,advanced geriatric massage,repetitive use injury therapy, hot stones & aromatherapy. By appointment only.
Starved RockPet Resort1850 E. 1325th RdStreator815/673-2069Pet boarding that lives upto the standards implied bythe word “resort”. Whenwe take care of your pet,it’s like one of the family.
Starved Rock Realty620 Division, Utica815/667-9990Unique properties includ-ing vacation homes, water-fronts, commercial sites,investments and singlefamily homes.
Streator Area Chamber of Commerce815/672-2921www.streatorchamber.com
Streator Public Library130 S. Park St., Streator815/672-2729Built in 1901 with a contribution from AndrewCarnegie, listed on theNational Register ofHistoric Places.
WILL COUNTYAd Happy1104 W. Jefferson, Joliet815/729-2200Advertising on differentpromotional products.
Bolingbrook Chamber of Commerce630/226-8420www.bolingbrook.org
Illinois River AreaChamber of Commerce815/795-2323
Illinois Valley Area Chamber of Commerce& EconomicDevelopment815/223-0227www.ivaced.org
Joliet Regional Airport4000 W. Jefferson, Joliet815/741-7267 Aircraftrental, pilot instruction andair charter services.
Joliet Junior College1215 Houbolt Rd., Joliet815/729-9020 America’s oldestCommunity college. Offerspre-baccalaureate, occupa-tional and adult educationprograms.
Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce & Industry815/727-5371www.jolietchamber.com
Joliet/ Will CountyCenter for EconomicDevelopment & WillCounty Chamber of Commerce815/723-1800www.willcountyced.com
Lewis UniversityOne University Parkway,Romeoville815/838-0500Plan your meeting or socialevent at Lewis Universitycampuses located inRomeoville, Oak Brook,Tinley Park, Hickory Hillsand Shorewood ( Fall 205).www.lewisu.edu
Lockport Chamber of Commerce815/838-3357www.lockportchamber.com
Plainfield Chamber of Commerce815/436-4431www.plainfieldchamber.com
Romeoville Chamberof Commerce815/886-2076www.romeovillechamber.org
Shorewood AreaChamber of Commerce& Industry815/725-2900www.shorewoodchamber.com
University of St. Francis500 Wilcox St., Joliet815/735-7500Undergraduate and gradu-ate programs. Serves 4300students nationwide.
Wermer, Rogers, Doran & Ruzon755 Essington Rd., Joliet815/730-6250Certified PublicAccountants offering audit,tax, litigation services,financial planning, andbookkeeping. www.wrdr.com
West SuburbanChamber of Commerce708/352-0494www.westsuburban-chamber.org
Wilmington Chamberof Commerce815/476-5991www.wilmingtonchamberofcommerce.org
ADDITIONAL MEMBERSFox Valley Winery5600 Rt. 34, Oswego630/554-0404Family owned and operated Illinois winery producing award winning hand crafted wines.
Illinois Lincoln Highway Coalition200 S. State St., Belvidere866/455-4249Designated a National Scenic Byway in 2000, the Illinois portion of the Lincoln Highway offersweek long family vacations.
Prairie Promotions/ Prairie Folklore TheatrePO Box 10800, Peoria309/689-8000A Marketing group dedicated to promoting tourism andproduction that entertains audiences with rich layers ofhistory through song, story and music.
Route 66 Association2743 Veterans Parkway, Springfieldwww.il66assoc.orgNot for profit volunteer group organized to promote, educate and enjoy the past and presentof historic Route 66 in Illinois.
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