by Cheryl | May 26, 2021 | destinations we EXPLORE, places we EAT, places we PLAY
It’s road trip time! For the ultimate classic American road trip head down Route 66. Did you know that Route 66 starts in Chicago? My family and I drove through Route 66 in Illinois during Spring Break and had a blast. We found tons of roadside attractions (many...
by Cheryl | May 23, 2021 | destinations we EXPLORE, places we EAT, places we PLAY
Ready to get your Kicks on Route 66 in Joliet? Not only does the town offer a rich history of Route 66 but we also found a couple of new spots to hike. Here’s what you can do with the family in Joliet. Get hiking with the family in Joliet Pilcher Park For...
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 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...
