by Cheryl | May 20, 2021 | hikes, places we PLAY
If you’re looking for a unique hike, then make your way to Joliet Iron Works Historic Site. What was once the second-largest steel mill in the nation now functions as an informative trail through abandoned ruins. Such a contrast from the previous hike we did in...
by Cheryl | Apr 26, 2021 | hikes, places we EAT, places we PLAY
I don’t know about you, but I love trying new food…but on a budget. When I heard that Restaurant Week was coming to Lake Geneva (April 24-May 2) I thought it would be the perfect excuse for a day trip. Not only did we try a few new restaurants, but we also...
by Cheryl | Apr 22, 2021 | hikes, places we PLAY
We were in the Joliet area and couldn’t resist a chance to hike at Pilcher Park. I was on a quest for spring flowers and heard the Virginia Bluebells were abundant here. Not only did we find Bluebells but we had a fantastic hike through the woods and enjoyed a...
by Cheryl | Apr 14, 2021 | hikes, places we PLAY
Want to convince the kids to go for a hike? Tell them they’ll get to see horses! Our next hiking adventure took us to Danada Forest Preserve in Wheaton, where we found an easy hike with scenic views and of course a chance to see horses! Looking for more horsey...
by Cheryl | Apr 10, 2021 | hikes, places we PLAY
Do you love chasing waterfalls? I’ve always heard about South Elgin’s secret waterfall, Blackhawk Waterfall, (although quite honestly not so secret anymore) and since we were in the area I thought it would be the perfect time to go find it. So what’s...
by Cheryl | Mar 7, 2021 | hikes, places we PLAY
Have you ever wondered how we get maple syrup? Learn how at the Festival of the Sugar Maples in Coral Woods Conservation Area in Marengo! Coral Woods is the McHenry County’s largest sugar maple grove where trees have stood for 80-100 years. As a maple-syrup...
