How to Stay Safe While Hiking (A Guide to Hiking Safety) It’s important to stay safe while hiking. Hiking is fun. It’s an adventure. It’s a great way to stay in shape and lead a healthy lifestyle. There is so much to see and do as a hiker. But hiking can be dangerous,...
9 Scenic Creek Hikes in Southern Illinois to Enjoy this Summer There are many great scenic creek hikes in Southern Illinois to enjoy. These kinds of hikes are great in the summer, too. You can take your shoes off and cool down a little. Sometimes, you can find a spot...
10 of the Best Sweet Shops in Southern Illinois You Must Visit You got to try these amazing, sweet shops in Southern Illinois! Whether you’re a local or someone visiting to enjoy the Shawnee National Forest and our state parks, these mom-and-pop sweet shops are to die...
10 Delicious Restaurants Near the Shawnee National Forest I’m always looking for restaurants near the Shawnee National Forest. I want something unique, different from the rest, and tasty! I don’t want the same ole fast food burger that’s 90% greasy and a heart attack...
7 Kid-Friendly Hikes in Southern Illinois Are you looking for kid-friendly hikes in Southern Illinois? State parks are scattered throughout the Southern Illinois region. The Shawnee National Forest is vast, covering nearly 300,000 acres. Signage has never been the...
Upcoming Events for the Total Solar Eclipse Weekend and Other Days For this week’s blog post, I’ve decided to share some of my last newsletter on the Total Solar Eclipse events that are occurring around southern Illinois and the Shawnee National Forest. It...
