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A green oasis located in the center of town, the sanctuary is open for hiking or strolling the one-mile nature trail from sunrise to sunset.
Adventure Quest of the Quad Cities
Adventure Quest of the Quad Cities is the perfect for fun-filled outdoor adventures. This 54-acre facility is located just off 1-80 & I-88 near East Moline IL. Make your reservations today and enjoy zip lines, panning for gems, hay rack rides, and wonderful hiking trails. This facility is also available for parties and corporate team building. An elegantly decorated 8,000 square foot banquet facility with an extensive menu is available. The facility also offers interactive games, inflatables, dunk tanks, water slides, laser tag, and more. Check out these annual fall events that include Pumpkin Festival the last weekend in September and the QC Haunted Forest every Friday & Saturday in October. Call (309) 523-3619 for reservations or more information.
CITY:Port Byron
Allerton Park & Retreat Center
Allerton Park was the private estate of Robert Henry Allerton, who donated it to the University of Illinois in 1946. It features 1,500 acres of woodlands, formal gardens and more than 100 sculptures. The park is open to the public for hiking, picnicking, cross-country skiing and leisurely garden strolls.
Amboy Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary
The Amboy Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary is 272 acre of wetlands offering a rare and fragile ecosystem, which includes endangered turtles, many birds and unique plant life. It is located near the intersection of U.S. Route 52 and Mormon Road about 3 miles south of Amboy. Open to the public 7 days a week for walking and bird-watching. No dogs are allowed due to sensitive plant and wildlife.
What a way to travel - about 75 miles, from one major river to another (the Illinois and the Mississippi), all on one newly built trail. The Hennepin Parkway State Trail (a linear state park) offers surcease from the flat, treeless Illinois prairie with a lock-strewn straight course of water and a green tunnel over the old tow path of a canal that was obsolete before it was completed. Quaint towns lie nearby, camping spaces (usually primitive) abound, and history is there for the dipping of your fingers in the water. At Sheffield, a comprehensive trail museum more than fills the gaps in your experience of a very unique way to travel through the heart of America.
Anthony Acres Resort has picturesque views of Lake Sara. The resort is only five minutes from Effingham, so you can come into town and enjoy some food or shop.
Apple River Canyon State Park is in the hilly northwest corner of Illinois in Jo Daviess County near the Wisconsin border. Limestone bluffs, deep ravines, springs, streams and wildlife characterize this area. Once a part of a vast sea bottom that stretched from the Alleghenies to the Rockies, the scenic canyon area was formed by the action of the winding waters of the Apple River. The park offers hiking, day use, camping and fishing, plus Millville, a National Historic Register site.
CITY:Apple River
Apple River Canyon State Park - Thompson/Salem Units
This 1,150 acre area allows hunting, fishing; no boating/biking. See postings/fact sheets at registration. Sign in/out at lots #1 or #2. The vegetative cover at the site is a mixture of steep timbered slopes and bluffs with grassland, row crops and hay fields predominate on ridge tops. The topography can be severe especially bordering the Apple River.
Apple River Fort State Historic Site
Apple River Fort State Historic Site, located in Elizabeth, Illinois, is the site of one of the battles fought during the Black Hawk War. Black Hawk and his 200 warriors attacked the hastily erected fort on June 24, 1832. His story and that of the early settlers are told.
Find serenity at this beautiful 1700-acre wooded park situated along an old stagecoach route between Galena and Beardstown. Featuring 95-acre Argyle Lake, the park is home to countless beaver dams and more than 200 bird species and 5 miles of hiking and biking trails.
Affordable family lodging, cabins, campers and primitive camping. One cabin has kitchenette, covered shelter, air, tv/vcr, wood burning stove, electric and water shower available. One cabin has sleeping for six or more, electric, water, grill and shaded area. We have excellent walking and riding trails, 40 acres. Horses welcome. Lots of shaded areas for tent camping and fishing pond. We are minutes away from Ohio River, Tower Rock Park boat ramp, Elizabethtown boat ramp, good eating places, LakeTucumseh and Woopie Cat, Iron Furnace, Stone Face, Garden of the Gods, Rim Rock, Cave-in-Rock and lots of scenic views. Children and pets welcome.
A national symbol of faith, this 111-foot-tall cross, when illuminated at night, can be seen over an area of 7,500 square miles atop the most prominent elevation in Southern Illinois. The cross is surrounded by the Shawnee National Forest.
CITY:Alto Pass
Just minutes away from the city but a world away, Ballard Nature Center is home to dozens of species of birds and wildlife. Natural prairie, wetlands, butterfly and hummingbird gardens, ponds and creeks round out the outdoor experience.
A 32-acre park built in cooperation with Batavia Park District, the city of Batavia and the Batavia Riverwalk Committee. Park your bikes by the Depot Museum and stroll the boardwalks through the wildflower garden.
Beverly Lake Forest Preserve Trail is perfect for hiking and biking. The five mile out and back trail located near Dundee that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
CITY:Hoffman Estates
Bicentennial Riverfront Park is a five-acre community park on the south bank of the Fox River. Bicentennial Riverfront Park makes optimum use of the river, with abundant fishing, plus canoe and kayak access to the white water chute. There is also a beautiful view of the Glenn Palmer Dam as you follow the trail along the river and the picnic area, playground and river-side pavilion are popular community gathering spots in the summertime.
Bicycle/Hiking Trails - Aurora
More than 35 miles of scenic trails, from Aurora to Crystal Lake, pass through scenic landscapes. Active travelers enjoy biking, hiking, jogging and cross-country skiing. Nature-seekers enjoy bird watching and tranquil vegetation. Routes include the Fox River, Virgil Gilman and Red Oak Trails, and the Illinois Prairie Path.
Encompassing more than 3,000 acres along the Mississippi River, Big River State Forest is a remnant of woodland that once bordered the vast prairies. The 1-½ mile Lincoln Hiking Trail commemorates Abraham Lincoln's march through the area in 1832.
This forest preserve has miles of wooded trails and a quarry lake suitable for hiking and horseback. Fishing, canoeing and kayaking permitted in season.
CITY:Big Rock
The city of Paris operates this property on Twin Lakes. Wander the trails to see plants and animals that live in the woods, on marshy land and on the lake. Special nesting boxes have brough bluebirds to the meadows.
Black Hawk State Historic Site
Wonderful for families, friends for outdoor recreation. Additionally, the Watch Tower Lodge has hosted thousands of wedding receptions and offers a lovely setting in the beautiful historic park. This wooded, steeply rolling 208-acre tract, borders the Rock River in the city of Rock Island. Prehistoric Indians and 19th-Century settlers made homes here, but the area is most closely identified with the Sauk nation and its great warrior, Black Hawk. Voted one of the "7 Wonders of Illinois," this pristine park offers beautiful trails for hiking and walking only. Picnic areas are also available. While at the park be sure to visit the Watch Tower Lodge that houses a large reception area and the John Hauberg Indian Museum. The museum features Sauk and Meskwaki Native American Indian artifacts and displays depicting the four seasons and life of these tribes. A new exhibit tells the story of the Sauk and Meskwaki—how they came to live in the Quad City area, why they no longer live here, and, as the piece de resistance, a four-by-eight-foot scale model of the city of Saukenuk one of the largest Native American Indian settlements in the United States.
CITY:Rock Island
Blackwell Forest Preserve in Warrenville, Illinois, has everything an outdoors fanatic could want. Hikers, bicyclers, horseback riders and cross-country skiers can enjoy more than 6 miles of turf and limestone trails, including a convenient route to the Illinois Prairie Path. Trails around the McKee Marsh area feature two observation decks, a bird blind, and signs that describe the history and ecological significance of the marsh.
Bluffdale is an Illinois farm vacation dude ranch and bed & breakfast. Parent Magazine's "Top 10 Family Resorts in North America." Our family has been welcoming guests to our historic Illinois farm near Eldred, Illinois since 1963. Recreation activities include horseback riding, boating, fishing, swimming, hayrides, bonfires, sing-alongs and more. Bluffdale is famous for its generous home cooked meals with home baked bread, rolls and pies. Our luxury cabins, featuring a fireplace and hot tub, are ideal for romantic getaway weekend or honeymoon bed & breakfast lodging. Spring brings a wide variety of wildflowers and morel mushrooms. In fall the bluffs make a colorful drive and eagle watch from Alton to Bluffdale along the Great River Road, a National Scenic Byway. Check our website for rates and availability.
Boone County Conservation District
The Boone County Conservation District manages over 3,00 acres of prairies, woodlands and wetlands in scenic Boone County, Illinois. Minimum impact recreational opportunities, special events and educational programs are offered to the public throughout the year.
Trails for bird watchers and nature lovers; 200 acres.
Hike or bike into Buehler Preserve from Galena and experience the prairie life! Pets welcome. Fishing is allowed.
On the bluffs of the Illinois River, this small but charming park is home to an enormous outdoor sculpture. Mounds representing five earthen sculptures molded from Illinois clay, known as Effigy Tumuli, invite visitors to walk around and explore. All five subjects, including a snake, turtle, catfish, frog and insect are native to the Illinois River area. This State Park offers the ideal terrain for the beginner hiker.
The Busse Woods Trail system is located within Ned Brown Forest Preserve, a 3,700-acre property in the western suburbs. There are 11.2 miles of paved trails for cyclists, equestrians and pedestrians. The main loop is nearly 8 miles, circling some lakes and meadows, while a couple of much shorter side loops will take you to the north and south end of the forest preserve. The Busse Woods Trail connects with the Schaumburg Bikeway on the west, and on the north, Busse Woods links to the Rolling Meadows Bikeway system. Some key features of the forest preserve include fishing, boat rentals and a small herd of captive resident elk. The trails are open from sunrise to sunset.
CITY:Elk Grove
Cache River State Natural Area
Renowned for its ancient cypress-tupelo swamp, this natural area has been named one of America's 10 Most Beautiful Hidden Gems by Budget Travel. This sprawling area contains 100 threatened or endangered plant and animal species, and 11 state champion trees that have stood for centuries. Visitors enjoy birding, hunting, wildlife watching, canoeing and hiking. Bikers can access the Cache River via the Tunnel Hill State Trail.
Come out to Camp Lakewood and enjoy the views of Lake Pauline plus all the creature comforts. Camp Lakewood is an RV campground. The sites include cable, WiFi, 30/50 AMP. They also offer a one and two bedroom cabin that is fully furnished and self contained. The newest cabin sleeps five and includes Cable TV. They do offer tent sites as well for those who want to be a little closer to nature.
Forest Preserve District of Cook County's Camp Sagawau is an environmental education center established to promote the study of nature. Call for program schedule.
Camp Shaw was established in 1956 and is the best kept secret in all of beautiful Kankakee County! Camp Shaw is also a wonderful place to hold a variety of outdoor and indoor events. It provides overnight accommodation; horseback riding, guided trail rides or group lessons and weekend packages are available. It is also an outdoor, environmental science education program encouraging interest and participation in the balanced management of natural resources.
This 500-acre park offers vast formal gardens, picnic grounds, a top-ranked public golf course and two museums: Robert R. McCormick Museum and First Division Museum. Enjoy a wide variety of programs and events throughout the year, such as festivals, lectures, concerts and workshops.
The largest man-made lake in Illinois (26,000 acres), is a premier location for outdoor sports. Known to sailors, it is one of the best and most challenging for sailboats. There is also boating, fishing, hunting, bird watching, sand beaches, and camping areas. Hotels, cabins and golf courses make the area a true outdoor lover's playground.
Casper Bluff Land & Water Reserve
Experience a commanding view of the Mississippi River and the only known intact thunderbird effigy mound in Illinois. Hiking, bird watching, sightseeing, Native American archaeology and much more on 85 acres of scenic Mississippi River bluffs.
Castle Rock State Park is located three miles south of Oregon on Highway 2. The 2,000-acre park includes rock formations, ravines, and unique northern plant associations. In one valley, 27 different types of ferns have been identified. A sandstone bluff, adjacent to the river, has given the park its name. Picnic area amenities include tables, shelters, grills, toilets, drinking water and playground equipment. Six miles of marked hiking trails have been developed, and a public boat ramp/parking facility is located across from the park's main entrance.
A 10-mile trail on the west side of Cedar Lake from north to south. Encircles Little Cedar Lake.
Experience life down on the farm during guided family tours, or take a hike on the peaceful nature trail.
CITY:Palos Park
Located in the northeastern corner of Illinois in both McHenry and Lake counties, the Chain O'Lakes State Park is 60 miles northwest of Chicago. With nearly 6,500 acres of water and 488 miles of shoreline on the Chain, Chain O'Lakes State Park is the heart of a water wonderland. And, with six miles of relatively easy hiking and biking trails to navigate the scenery, Chain O' Lakes State Park has become a treasure to behold.
CITY:Spring Grove
The Chief Keokuk Campground features 70 pads with electrical hook-ups for trailers, plus 25 tent sites. There is a shower building on site. A sanitary dump station is near the camping area. The cabin is located on a slope overlooking Johnson Lake. A fire grill, table and BBQ grill are provided outside. A full-size bed, two sets of bunk beds, a table and benches are provided inside. The cabin has heat and air conditioning as well as two ceiling fans.
Ski along scenic slopes at Galena's Chestnut Mountain Resort, perched high above the Mississippi River. Rated by Ski Magazine as one of the top ski resorts in the Midwest, Chestnut Mountain goes all out with a snowboarding park and night skiing. Stay at the rustic 120-room lodge, which has three restaurants, including the fine-dining Sunset Grille. There are fun non-skiing activities in the summer as well, including boat cruises on the Mississippi Explorer and the exhilarating Alpine Slide, which speeds 2,000 feet down a hillside. Or try the new Segway Mountain Adventure Tours, a three-mile guided ride through rolling terrain.
The Chicago Botanic Garden opened a little more than 40 years ago as a beautiful place to visit, and it has matured into one of the world's great living museums and conservation science centers. Each year, nearly one million people visit the Garden's 26 gardens and four natural areas, uniquely situated on 385 acres of land on and around nine islands. Six miles of shoreline extend along 81 acres of water, including the Great Basin, North Lake, and Skokie River Corridor. The Garden also has a renowned Bonsai Collection.
The Chicago Botanic Garden Loop offers a moderate level of difficulty to those wanting to experience quiet beauty in far north Cook County. The 385-acre garden is home to 2.4 million plants and is one of the most visited gardens in the country. Hiking will take you 4.5 hours and with almost 7 miles of trails, mostly paved you will get to experience both the lagoons and the Botanic Garden.
Take in the lake as you soak in one of Chicago's most beautiful treasures. The Lakefront Trail is a runner's paradise, spanning an impressive 17-miles of natural beauty and man-made inspirations. It runs north from downtown to Foster Avenue and south to 31st beach. The trail's smooth terrain makes it easy to traverse, while its hidden secrets make it fun to explore. And when you're done with your run, bike, hike or whatever, you can cool down with spectacular lake views or breathtaking cityscapes.
The Chicago Riverwalk trail in downtown Chicago is an easy way to experience the vibrant city while exploring some of its more nature-oriented offerings. This trail is rated as easy, and will take you only 2.5 hours or 4.2 miles round-trip to complete.
Clinton Lake State Recreation Area
Enjoy 9,300 acres of great outdoor picnicking, hiking, camping, hunting, fishing, swimming, boating, water skiing. Fall foliage, winter offers ice fishing, snowmobiling on frozen lake. 308 campsites, Private marina.
The Bloomington-Normal Constitution Trail is one of Central Illinois' most unique parks. This 37-mile jogging, walking, cycling and rollerblading trail has become a hit with the community and visitors alike. The trail is broken into four segments: the north-south segment, east-west segment, the Liberty Branch and the Freedom Branch, all reaching across numerous areas in Bloomington-Normal. Parking for the trail is available at adjoining lots throughout the area. The trail is open to walkers, runners, in-line skaters, skateboarders, cyclists, wheelchair users and other non-motorized forms of transportation. During winter months, it is not cleared of snow, and is available to skiers; weather permitting.
Coral Woods - McHenry County Conservation District
This sugar maple forest provides the sweet sap necessary for annual maple sugar programs, and is also known for its magnificent display of spring wildflowers. Activities include hiking, x-country skiing, picnic shelters and scenic views.
Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge
Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge is located primarily in Williamson County, with small extensions into eastern Jackson and northeastern Union counties of southern Illinois. At almost 44,000 acres and with three lakes (Crab Orchard, Little Grassy, and Devils Kitchen,) endless opportunities abound for watching wildlife, hiking nature trails, photography, swimming, fishing from the bank or by boat, and hunting. Four seasonally operational campgrounds are open from April-October and offer full hook-up, water, electric, or non-electric sites. Refuge staff and volunteers at the visitor center welcome visitors and sightseers 7 days a week from 8am-4:30pm. Visitor activities such as guided hikes, bald eagle tours, and monthly F.U.N. programs help connect families with the diversity of flora and fauna that Southern Illinois has to offer. The Refuge provides many opportunities for wildlife-dependent outdoor recreation for the nature lover in us all.
Crazy Horse is a 55-acre campground blanketed with rolling hills, hiking trails through wooded land, and two large ponds for fishing, boating, and a swimming beach. A lodge for rest and relaxation and a playground for the little ones makes this campground a great place to get away for the season or the weekend! Check out our wide, level sites with full hook-ups as well as our primitive camping area. Call 217-886-2089 or stop by and see us. We're located 8 miles north of Jacksonville and 25 miles west of Springfield, and we're happy to show you around!!
The Dakota Nature Trail for biking, hiking, and cross-county skiing links Dakota Park with the Dorothy Wirth Nature Area. The trail surface is crushed limestone and follows a former railroad right-of-way. The trail begins on Main Street in Dakota.
Located in Palatine, IL, Deer Grove Forest Preserve has trails that offer a moderate level of difficulty. At almost 10 miles in length, the hiking trials make Deer Grove worth a visit. Split into two very individual sites connected by paved and unpaved trials, the east preserve features open wetlands surrounded by old fields and an in-progress savanna and prairie restoration. The west side is wilder, the forest denser and crisscrossed with footpaths along the rolling terrain. Quite woodlands, white-tailed deer and a completely different experience await the hiker on the west side. Both paths are equally enchanting.
Located in southeast Lake County near Vernon Hills, this crushed gravel surface trail is perfect for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and cross country skiing. The trail offers a medium level of difficulty as it winds alongside tree-laden riverbanks, through dense bottom-land woods, adjacent to ponds and over footbridges. This trail links the Half Day Forest Preserve to the Wright Woods Forest Preserve spanning nearly the entire length of Lake County.
CITY:Vernon Hills
Devil's Backbone/ Devil's Bake Oven
A ridge that runs parallel to the Mississippi River. Offers spectacular views, but with a steep ascent and descent (not an easy hike).
CITY:Grand Tower
This 810 acre lake with a maximum depth of 90 feet and a 24-mile shoreline is part of the Crab Orchard Refuge. It is stocked with rainbow and brown trout and provides largemouth bass, bluegill, sunfish, crappie, channel catfish, bullheads, and carp. Boat ramps are available. Boats have a 10-horsepower limit. Camping is available.
Dodds Park offers picnic and playground areas, flower gardens, three shelter houses, concession stand, two lighted tennis courts, volleyball and basketball courts, two lighted ball diamonds, horseshoe pits, batting cages and two shuffleboard courts.
A favorite of walkers and hikers, this park offers year-round camping and scenic hiking trails, many of them hugging Lake Shelbyville, Eagle Creek has 163 vehicular campsites, with 148 of those being Class A sites with electricity, picnic tables, and showers. There are 56 sites available by reservations made at least 2 weeks in advance by mail.
At Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa go golfing on one of four championship courses, horseback riding along hilly wooded trails, boating on the sapphire waters of Lake Galena, or soaring over the countryside in a hot air balloon with Galena on the Fly. Relax in the luxury of the resort's Stonedrift Spa with a pampering massage. Eagle Ridge offers a wide variety of lodging that ranges from traditional inn rooms to golf villas and distinctive homes.
Whether you're interested in science or just fishing in the ponds near the buffalo herd you're welcome at Fermilab. Take a self-guided tour of the laboratory, the Art Gallery and science and educational displays. View the grounds from the 15th floor observation area. Visitors may also visit the Lederman Science Center. Performing arts and lectures. Groups welcome by appointment. Public tours are offered every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. and as part of the Ask-a-Scientist event on the first Sunday of each month.
The lush vegetation of the 2,430-acre Ferne Clyffe State Park, located near the small town of Goreville, hides the fact that directly below the soil, a vast area of rock formations exists. The two main areas for rock climbing include Big Rocky Hollow and the Cedar Bluff areas. Cedar Bluff offers both traditional and sport climbing, including several short, but difficult, routes in the class 12 to 13 range that appeal to experienced climbers. Other routes include top-rope access and solid anchors that appeal to new climbers.
From kayaking and biking to scooter rentals, Fever River Outfitters has everything you need to add a little adventure to your Galena getaway. The staff here knows the area well and offers excursions that take care of every detail—whether you're kayaking to an island picnic or taking a scooter to a vineyard for an afternoon wine tasting. Want to explore on your own? Simply rent or purchase outdoor gear and set off on your own adventure along the many biking paths, waterways and winding roads of this scenic part of northwest Illinois.
Forest Park is a municipal park with the Chautauqua Auditorium, Vietnam Memorial, Family Aquatic Center, picnic areas, pavilions, baseball & softball diamonds, fishing lagoon (Crystal Lake), skateboard park, soccer fields, a youth athletic center, and more. There is an entrance to the General Dacey trail at the back of the park and the Memorial Sunken Gardens have been revitalized. The park is also home to the Festival of Lights.
500-acre Illinois nature preserve offering 7 miles of hiking trails ranging from rigorous uphill courses to flatter, less strenuous paths. The center also features a natural history museum, spacious bird watching room, nature hikes, guided walks and a nature store.
Forest Preserve District of Will County
Biking and running trails, bird watching, camping, cross-country skiing, sledding, outdoor ice skating, canoeing and rafting and fishing. The district office provides all information on preserves and issues picnic permits.
Ft. Sheridan's history is closely tied to the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. Lt. Gen. Philip Sheridan was put in charge of settling the unrest after the fire. Members of the Commercial Club which represented Chicago businessmen petitioned to establish an artillery school and military installation north of Chicago for their safety. Ft. Sheridan is now a beautiful forest preserve with rolling terrain, bluffs and ravines full of rich history. Trails wind through the preserves for outdoor enthusiasts or tour groups may take a walking or motorcoach windshield tour of the preserve.
CITY:Fort Sheridan
Prehistoric dwellers left their marks on the rock walls. Petroglyphs depict animals, humans, geometric figures, and crosses.
32 miles of biking, hiking and cross-country skiing featuring some of the most scenic trails of the Fox River. Points of interest include Carpenters Dam, Fox River Shores, Tyler Creek, Voyageur Landing, Shoemaker Nature Center and Fabyan Forest Preserve.
CITY:St. Charles
Located in Algonquin only 30 short miles west of downtown Chicago is where you will find the Fox River Trail. This medium level trail hugs the Fox River between Aurora and Algonquin. The trail travels along the routes of historic railroad lines and crosses six bridges along the way while it changes surfaces between concrete, asphalt and crushed stone on its way through charming towns such as Carpentersville, Elgin and West Dundee.
Franklin Creek State Natural Area
Developed by local volunteers, it offers scenic trails, horseback riding, fishing, and limited hunting. The site contains the historic Franklin Creek Grist Mill and a 180-acre dedicated nature preserve.
CITY:Franklin Grove
Fullersburg Woods Forest Preserve
The Fullersburg Woods Forest Preserve is an easy hike consisting of a 3.2-mile loop. The trail is good for all skill levels and offers a number of activity options. Nearly all of the hike follows Salt Creek as it winds around the bluff and past a few islands on its way to the historic watermill at the south tip of the park.
CITY:Oak Brook
Scenic biking and hiking along a six-mile trail featuring views of the Galena River and towering bluffs.
Explore the dramatic rock formations, cliffs and trails of the most visited site in the Shawnee National Forest. Millions of years in the making, the Garden of the Gods provides spectacular views unlike anywhere in the Midwest. See Camel Rock, Anvil Rock, Devil's Smoke Stack and other magnificent rock formations in this hiker's and photographer's wonderland.
CITY:Karbers Ridge
Hikers, campers, picnickers, and canoeists frequent this 30-acre site, making it one of the state's most popular state parks. Fishing, boating and bird watching are also popular activities. This picturesque park is bordered on the south by the Illinois & Michigan Canal and to the north by Nettle Creek which gently flows along the perimeter and through the park adding to its natural beauty and abundance of wildlife. Stately old trees including walnut, oak, ash, maple, sycamore, hawthorn and cottonwood provide ample shade throughout the park. In the spring, trillium, bluebell, white trout lily, violets, wild ginger, phlox, toothwort and spring beauties are just a sample of the wildflowers that can be enjoyed by park visitors.
This trail is a multi-use recreational trail -- accessed mainly by walkers, runners, and bikers. As you move along the pathways of the Dacey Trail, you will find nature at its best with many scenic views of Lake Shelbyville. A fitness area is between the Dam West Recreational area and the Dam. The trail is being added to and improved each year. You can begin the trail at Forest Park or at the Dam West Recreational Area (9th St.).
Located 4 miles north of I-80 at exit 19 and adjacent to the historic Hennepin Canal. Shady, quiet camping in the midst of nature's wonders. Spend a night in one of our four rustic cabins. Try the Yurt Accommodations. It is 20 foot diameter, and sleeps 8. It has one queen bed and 2 bunk beds with a full on bottom and twin on top Rent a canoe or kayak and relax on historic Hennepin Canal. Bring you own bicycle or simply walk to enjoy the recreational trail along the Hennepin Canal. The town of Geneseo has great Victorian homes with welcoming porches. In additional to the RV camp sites, there are 12 tent sites available. Internet services on site.
Geocaching is an outdoor treasure-hunting game in which the participants use a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver or other navigational techniques to hide and seek containers (called "geocaches" or "caches"). Several are located at the Rivers Project and interested individuals can attend this free 1 hour program on Saturdays, June through August,to learn more and get involved in geocaching.
George Rogers Clark Discovery Trail
Enjoy a scenic ride or walk along this new concrete trail inside Fort Massac State Park. Use of the bicycle and pedestian path is free, and parking is located inside Fort Massac State Park. Upon its completion, the 9 mile trail will begin at Superman Square, continue through Fort Massac State Park, and end in the city of Brookport.
Class A campground with separate tent and trailer camping for equestrians. Also, a youth group camp and primitive walk-in tent sites.
Spectacular woodlands and sheer sandstone walls create a challenge for rock climbing and rappelling, as well as hiking. Outdoor lovers will also find horseback riding, a lookout tower, cabins and a swimming pool. Dine at historic Giant City Lodge, known for its homemade fried chicken dinner. Two different locations in Giant City State Park near Carbondale give you climbing options. A trail behind the picnic shelter takes you to a set of steep bluffs known as Shelter #1 near the Makanda entrance; another climbing area of the park includes the steep sandstone cliffs in Devil's Standtable. Plan to bring all of your own equipment since no permanent anchors are allowed. Ropes are permitted in both areas. After rainstorms, the wet sandstone gets really slippery. Use caution when grabbing for ledges as copperhead snakes warm themselves on the rocks during sunny days.
Home to newly added in-line hockey rink. Sitting on 30 acres, five tennis courts, soccer field and basketball court, walking track 4 to 10 mile.
Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area
Largest tall grass prairie in Illinois. Big bluestem, Indian grass, and switchgrass thrive here, as do broad-leafed flowering plants known as forbs. Hiking and cross-country skiing.
Great River Road in Illinois National Scenic Byway
Explore the heart of America! Follow the Mississippi River as it winds its way along Illinois' western border from Galena to Cairo. Experience over 550 miles of small towns, big cities, historic sites, recreational areas, cultural attractions and museums. Follow the green and white paddle wheel signs as they guide your next adventure!
The Great River Trail is a breathtaking journey along 60 miles of the Mississippi River. The route is a mixture of paved rail-trail, small-town sidewalks, dedicated bike lanes on the street and a stretch of road shoulder along the Great River Road. The Great River Trail begins in Savanna and travels south through many small river towns with traditions still steeped in the quintessential culture of the Mississippi River.
CITY:Rock Island
This 17-mile trail replaces the abandoned main line of the Chicago Great Western Railroad. It is a flat easy ride connecting the communities of St. Charles and Sycamore.
CITY:St. Charles
This quiet and clean preserve features a 1-mile trail for hikers, bicyclists and cross-country skiers, three beautiful picnic shelters, a 3-acre pond for fishing, open playfields and a playground. The Half Day Forest Preserve is also the starting point for the Des Plains River Trail which links this preserve to the Wright Woods Forest Preserve. The entrance and parking area are located on Route 21 (Milwaukee Avenue) at the light for Woodlands Parkway, south of Route 60 (Townline Road) and just north of Route 22 (Half Day Road).
CITY:Vernon Hills
Sixteen-acre public lake located in southern Jo Daviess County. Largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish. No boating. Sign in/out at the visitor parking lot. 350 acres for public hunting.
Hennepin Canal Parkway State Park
The Hennepin Canal State Park, a 104-mile linear park, is a rustic, historic, educational, and recreational jewel spanning five counties and includes the entire width of Henry County with access points in Annawan, Atkinson, Geneseo, and Colona. It offers an up-close look at a fascinating piece of transportation history. It is popular with bicyclists who ride from town to town exploring the history, dining, lodging, and entertainment possibilities as they travel. The canal multi-purpose recreational trail is a portion of the American Discovery Trail, a 6,800-mile coast-to-coast trail devoted to non-motorized use. It is also part of the Grand Illinois Trail, a 535-mile loop through northern Illinois. The tree-lined park is a refuge with prairie restorations and wetlands slicing through corn and soybean farmland. Home to diverse flora and fauna, it has become a favorite for bird watchers and prairie enthusiasts. It offers numerous year-round opportunities to boat, hike, bike, fish, ride horseback, snowmobile, ice skate, and cross-country ski. Explore Henry County's jewel – the Hennepin Canal. In wintertime experience the longest snowmobile trail in the state -- 91 miles on the tow path. You can use the ice at your own risk, but pay heed to the locks, bridges and culverts where the ice likely is thinner than the rest of the canal. Bring your blades, skating along the canal is free! Keep in mind the rule is there must be 4" of snow and 6" of frost on canal for route to be open. Call the Visitor Center for automated message.
The Hennepin Feeder Canal Trail located just south of Rock Falls is where you will pick up this medium to difficult trail. Cyclists, hikers and anglers come to enjoy the stocked waters, the peaceful wooded banks and the abundance of bird life. As the trail heads south toward the rural countryside the path frees itself from the throngs of people allowing you to enjoy the serene environment all to yourself.
Large, wooded park offers 43 acres of timber, grassland & bottomland with picnic and playground areas, hiking trails, cross-country skiing, fishing, and a small boat launch on Yellow Creek
CITY:Pearl City
Homer Lake Forest Preserve contains 892 acres for fishing, boating, hiking picnicking, cross-country skiing and sledding. Also available is an exciting Homer Lake Interpretive Center, which hosts thousands every year through programs like "Homer Lake Take Me Fishing" and the unique Natural Playscape.
The I&M Canal Trail offers 61 miles of picturesque hiking and biking trails that follow the historic route of the I&M Canal from Channahon to LaSalle. The Trail also boasts Illinois' longest continuous snowmobile trail, and is a favored route for cross-country skiers.
Enjoy hiking, jogging, cross-country skiing, camping, snowmobiling, fishing, boating, canoeing and biking along the I&M Canal State Trail. This 61-mile recreational trail begins at Brandon Road in Rockdale and parallels the canal to LaSalle Peru.
The Illinois Prairie Path was the first successful "rail-to-trail" conversion in the United States and inspired a national rail-to-trail movement in the United States in the mid-1960s. The trail is named for its rare segments of original, thousand year-old prairies. With 62 miles of biking, hiking, jogging, equestrian, and nature trails, this is an amazing natural resource that encompasses 4 towns: Elgin, Aurora, Batavia and Geneva and 3 counties. The surface is both asphalt and crushed stone.
Independence Grove Forest Preserve
This scenic 1,114-acre preserve offers a wide range of outdoor recreation and education opportunities centered around a 115-acre lake reclaimed from a gravel quarry. Visitors can enjoy swimming, fishing and boating, a Marina with boat rentals, a native garden and nearly seven miles of trails. The 19,000-square-foot Visitor Center features exhibits and a cafe. It can be rented for weddings and other private functions.
Iris and Jack Witkowsky State Wildlife Area
A part of the Apple River Canyon State Park Complex, the Iris and Jack Witkowsky State Wildlife Area is 1,100 acres for public hunting and nature viewing. Beginning of a transcontinental bluebird trail segment. Sign in/out at lots #1 or #4.
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The Home Advocate. (Jefferson, Tex.), Vol. 1, No. 1, Ed. 1 Monday, January 25, 1869
Description: Weekly newspaper from Jefferson, Texas that includes local, state and national news along with some advertising.
Date: January 25, 1869
Creator: Patillo, F. J.
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September is Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month, and Corky's Homestyle Kitchen and Bakery has cooked up a sweet fundraiser.
Corky's will donate $1 from each sale of its Gold Cancer Awareness Ribbon cookies this month to Loma Linda Children's Hospital.
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Starting Position: Holding the TRX handles in your right hand, turn yourself to face the anchor point. Stand with one left ahead of the right and both feet facing forward. Maintain this foot position throughout the exercise. Brace your torso by contracting your core/abdominal muscles. Pull your shoulder blades down and back. Bring your right arm to chest height and straighten your elbow. Keep the wrist straight. Do not allow it to bend. The right thumb should be pointed toward the ceiling.
Gently lean backwards. Shift your body weight over your back leg. The right arm stays at chest height. Concentrate on keeping your shoulder blades pulling down and back. Do not let your right shoulder roll forward. Keep your head aligned with your spine and avoid any sagging in the low back.
Upward Phase: Exhale and slowly bend your right elbow, pulling your entire body away from your arm. Your right elbow should move towards the right ribs. Do not allow your torso to rotate or your wrist to bend. Your torso should be rigid with your head and spine aligned. Avoid any sagging or aching in your low back or hips.
Downward Phase: While maintaining your rigid torso, inhale and slowly lower your body back towards your starting position, extending (straightening) your elbow without your shoulder rolling forward. Keep your head and spine aligned together.
Exercise Variation (1): Change to a high-back row by raising the elbow to shoulder height (elbow wide) during the pull movement. This places more emphasis on the posterior deltoid and muscles in the upper back.
Exercise Variation (2) The intensity of this exercise can be increased by positioning your body further away from the anchor point of the TRX and lengthening the straps. Another option is to change the foot position so that the same side leg is forward.
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Portrait of Dr. Oscar Dunn Jones Sr.
My 1st cousin 3x removed.
His father, William Henry Jones, and my 2nd great father, Alexander Hamilton Jones, were brothers.
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Handbook 2: Administering the Church
The Aaronic Priesthood section in this new handbook will help Young Men leaders serve young men and help them understand the purpose and magnificence of the Aaronic Priesthood.
Come, Follow Me Learning Resources for Youth
Resources for teaching deacons, teachers, and priests.
Fulfilling My Duty to God
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For the Strength of Youth
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Technology Initiative Training Opportunities
The U.S. Department of Justice Office of Justice Programs Bureau of Justice Assistance manages the Information Technology Initiative. This site is an easy-to-use, free access web site designed to give practitioners a centralized place to find information sharing and technology integration resources. The web site is specifically designed to serve the justice and public safety communities. The web site offers a variety of ways to access information and aims to assist practitioners as they search to find needed information.
Justice Information Exchange Model
The Justice Information Exchange Model© (JIEM) was developed by SEARCH, through funding from the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), to help jurisdictions across the country document their business information sharing requirements. JIEM enables stakeholder subject matter experts to work together to identify information sharing requirements. It provides a structured methodology and common language promoting a standard approach to information exchange analysis, leverages best practices from other jurisdictions by allowing users to easily import and customize information exchanges commonly used by other justice jurisdictions, communicates requirements to developers using tool outputs and reports, and reduces implementation time and cost. Initially designed for the justice community, JIEM has proven effective in non-justice government information sharing projects.
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SEARCH, the National Consortium for Justice Information and Statistics, is a private, nonprofit organization that assists local, tribal, county, regional, and state justice and public safety agencies in improving the quality of justice and public safety. Its focus is on criminal history and information-sharing systems, information technology planning and implementation, communications interoperability, and cyber crime investigation. Services include expert technical assistance and training, resource development, public policy assistance, and model development.


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Centre Corne Uys returns to the Newcastle line-up for Sunday's LV= Cup clash with Sale Sharks at Kingston Park.
Corne Uys returns to the Newcastle line-up for Sunday's LV= Cup clash with Sale Sharks at Kingston Park.
The South African starts at outside centre as the Tyneside outfit aim to get off to the perfect start under new director of rugby Gary Gold.
Uys, who has been out of action with a groin injury sustained during the Falcons' Boxing Day outing at Sale, will partner James Fitzpatrick at the heart of the North East backline.
The northeasterners' make five further changes with Tongan international winger Suka Hufanga making a welcome return to action.
In the pack Grant Shiells starts at tight-head prop while Rob Vickers replaces Michael Mayhew at hooker.
Adriaan Fondse gets the nod in the engine room and features for the first time since the Falcons' last Aviva Premiership outing at home to Exeter Chiefs.
Will Welch rounds off the changes with the home-grown academy product occupying the openside flanker berth.
Falcons fans will be delighted to see Jonny Golding amongst the replacements after been sidelined all season with an Achilles injury.
Meanwhile Samoan international Taiasina Tu'ifua, Will Chudley and Tom Bedford have a place on the bench.
Gold and new defence coach Mike Ford made the trip to Lyon last week and were keen observers at the Matmut Stadium.
"Sale will be a good test for the boys as we continue our preparations for the return of the Aviva Premiership," said Gold, the former assistant coach of South Africa.
"It is important that we put in a good performance and get the victory as winning breeds confidence. You look at a number of key performance indicators and that gives you an idea of where the team are at in terms of those micro-details.
"You want to improve all of them, but if you focus on the most important ones straightaway then theory is that the scoreboard will look after itself."
Meanwhile, making his Sale debut will be flanker Hendre Fourie who joined Sharks from Leeds last summer.
"We're not expecting anything easy at Kingston Park. Falcons will all be wanting to impress their new coach Gary Gold and will probably have a very strong squad," said Sharks coach Tony Hanks.
"Those guys are playing for their careers and contracts regardless of the fact it's an LV= Cup game. Every time they go out they will be desperate to impress their new coach and that will be the case on Sunday.
"Kingston Park is a difficult place to go to. You never know what the atmosphere and the conditions there will be like so it will be tough."
The teams:
Newcastle: 15 Jimmy Gopperth (c), 14 Ryan Shortland, 13 Corne Uys, 12 James Fitzpatrick, 11 Suka Hufanga, 10 Joel Hodgson, 9 Chris Pilgrim, 8 Mark Wilson, 7 Will Welch, 6 Ally Hogg,5 Adriaan Fondse, 4 Tim Swinson, 3 James Hall, 2 Rob Vickers, 1 Grant Shiells.
Replacements: 16 Michael Mayhew, 17 Jonny Golding, 18 Ashley Wells, 19 Richard Boyle, 20 Taiasina Tu'ifua, 21 Richard Mayhew, 22 Will Chudley, 23 Tom Bedford.
Sale: 15 Joaquin Tuculet, 14 Tom Brady, 13 Johnny Leota, 12 Nick MacLeod, 11 Charlie Amesbury, 10 Rob Miller, 9 Dwayne Peel (c), 8 Mark Easter, 7 Hendre Fourie, 6 Onasa'I Auva'a, 5 Wame Lewaravu, 4 Andrei Ostrikov, 3 Vadim Cobilas, 2 Joe Ward, 1 Lee Imiolek.
Replacements: 16 Tommy Taylor, 17 Ross Harrison, 18 Tony Buckley, 19 Richie Vernon, 20 David Seymour, 21 Scott Mathie, 22 Mark Jennings, 23 Luther Burrell.
Date: Sunday, January 29
Kick-off: 15:00
Venue: Edgeley Park
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Luke Merkel Named SCC Baseball Player of the Week
Luke Merkel Named SCC Baseball Player of the Week
Shoreline Community College on Tuesday named Luke Merkel as the SCC Baseball Player of the Week for April 1-7.
Merkel, a freshman outfielder from Southridge High School in Beaverton, OR, was 9 for 23 in six games for the Dolphins with 5 runs scored and 4 RBIs. He had 1 double and 4 stolen bases in the six games and was hit by one pitch.
SCC went 2-4 on the week, sweeping the Western Washington University Club Team but then being swept themselves in a four game set to open NWAACC Northern Region play by Everett Community College, the #2 ranked school in the NWAACC.
SCC is now 12-9-1 on the year and 0-4 in the region. SCC returns to action this weekend with a four game series with Bellevue College, playing at Bellevue on Saturday and returning home to Meridian Park at 3:00pm on Sunday.
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Line Mashup
February 11 2013 11:22AM
On Friday night TSN.ca reported that Jets coach Claude Noel will be, "shuffling the deck again as they look to find a combination of forwards who can put the puck in the net and help keep it out of their own as well."
I was never a huge stats guy, but I have to say that since I have been introduced to advanced stats I have realized how they can enrich the game. I am a nube when it comes to this, however, I thought it would be interesting to look at some advanced stats along with some conventional ones to see what type of lines I would put together if I were in charge.
The Stats
The stats I decided to focus on were: Relative Corsi, Offensive Zone Starts, Hits, and Time On Ice. What I was looking for were combinations that would tilt the ice in the Jets favour and pressure the puck- which is why I included hits. I took the stats from Behind The Net and NHL.com. I also looked at what combinations coach Noel has been using this season at The Left Wing Lock.
Here is a summary of what I found:
I have to admit, I was a bit surprised that Burmistrov faired really well based on the statistics I chose. I was also surprised by Wellwood's Relative Corsi number as I've always thought of him as a waste of skin- this is why I am starting to appreciate Advanced Statistics as it makes it tougher to continue pre-conceived and possibly un-founded notions about players.
My Lines?
Based on a review of the chosen stats, here are the lines I would try:
Some notes:
- Moved Wellwood up to 2nd line RW. He has played some RW this season and having both he and Ladd on Joikenen's line would hopefully make up for Olli's poorer Relative Corsi number. My only fear with this line would be a lack of physicality and puck pressure as Ladd may not be able to do enough on his own.
- Moving Burmistrov to a top line with Kane and Little should tilt the ice in the right direction and provide plenty of physical play. Little has shown he can finish in the past and maybe this will draw some offence out of Burmistrov.
- The third line would have plenty of size, but may not be all that physical. It would be the wild card of the bunch. Antropov has played plenty of center, so moving him there isn't a stretch, but putting him an Wheeler together could be risky.
- The 4th line features a cast who spend most of their time starting in their own zone anyway.
I know there is no perfect science to this, but I definitely feel that giving Burmistrov more time wouldn't be a bad thing. Like I said, I'm new to advanced stats and could be way off base, so if you carve me in the comments if you want. I'm okay with that.
February 11 2013, 06:34PM
Either do: Ladd-Little-Wheeler Kane-Jokinen-XX Ponikarovsky-XX-XX where XX = Antropov/Burmistrov/Wellwood
Or: Ladd-Jokinen-Little Kane-Burmistrov-Wheeler Ponikarovsky-Antropov-Wellwood
or stick with: Kane-Joker-Wheeler Ladd-Burmi-Little Poni-Antro-Welly
In all honesty, Noel put there negative +/- being the culprit, yet it was a terrible Pavelec/Montoya OnIceSv% that was doing them in...
February 12 2013, 01:11PM
Not sure... their career SV% right now is a perfect match. I think start Montoya for a reason besides being better or fluke. It shows you do well and you get more icetime/games and any contest to the #1 that can put a fire under Pavs but is a good thing.
Re Burmi-Kane: I think so too. Burmi still has to develop a bit more offensive game but his possession, takeaways and dangles are impressive.


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Runners run.
The Logic of Long Distance
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Mike, you've got a way with words. Thanks for sharing. Now the image of a compound fracture and the sounds of blood-curdling screams will accompany me through my day. Dude. Yikes.
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yeah I've seen adult soccer games turn more chippy than just about any other sport. kind of silly, really. I was watching a buddy's over 30 team play a game once when a pushing shoving match broke out and some of the participants wouldn't let it go....
why so violent this morning, Mike?
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Bob's Red Mill, Garbanzo Bean Flour, Gluten Free, 22 oz (623 g) (Discontinued Item)
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- Product Code: BRM-00332
- UPC Code: 039978003324
- Package Quantity: 22 oz (623 g)
7.4 x 10.2 x 17.8 cm , 0.66 kgSwitch to Imperial units
- To Your Good Health...Bob Moore
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Garbanzo beans (chickpeas) are one of the creamiest and tastiest of beans. Flour made from this delicious bean lends a sweet, rich, slightly "beany" flavor to baked goods. Garbanzo flour is high in protein and is especially good for gluten-free baking. It can also be used to thicken soups, sauces or gravies.
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Suggested Use
Keeps best refrigerated or frozen
Whole Grain Flatbread
2 tsp Baking Powder
1 Tbsp Brown Sugar
1 cup Bob's Red Mill Garbanzo Bean Flour
1 cup Dark Rye Flour
1 cup Whole Wheat Flour
1 tsp Sea Salt
1/3 cup Olive Oil
1 cup Water
In a mixing bowl blend together the dry ingredients. Add the oil and 1 cup of water. Knead by hand, adding more water as necessary to form a sticky ball.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured work surface and continue to knead until the dough is soft and smooth. Cover and allow to rest for 5-10 minutes.
Preheat oven to 425ºF. Dust the dough lightly with flour and divide into two equal portions and roll or shape each portion into a free-form round. Place the rounds onto an ungreased baking sheet dusted with cornmeal. Place baking sheet in the upper third of the oven and bake until crusty brown, about 15 minutes. Makes about 10 servings.
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Garbanzo Beans.
Manufactured in a facility that also uses tree nuts and soy.
|Supplement Facts
|Serving Size: 1/4 cup dry (30 g)
|Servings Per Container: 20
|Amount Per Serving
|% Daily Value*
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|Saturated Fat
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|Trans Fat
|0 g
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|5 mg
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|3 g
|6 g
|Vitamin A
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|80 g
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|375 g
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Bob's Red Mill, Garbanzo Bean Flour is a Great Gluten Free Flour for Baking!
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Since I am on a gluten free diet I use this flour as one of the main ingredients in my homemade muffins. It has a good taste and it is nice to have some extra protein in my muffins.
Good gluten free
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Use 50/50 with other flours
Does what it's supposed to
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I like to use this for making frying batter for tofu and it works great.
Makes great crepes!
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Excellent quality, will purchase again.
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STARE JABLONKI, Poland- Heather Bansley and Liz Maloney of Toronto are continuing their hot play on the old continent this week as they advanced Thursday to second round play in women's action at a $600,000 Grand slam event on the FIVB World Tour stop beach volleyball circuit.
Bansley and Maloney sparkled just last week in Quebec City with a career high seventh place finish on the World Tour. With a barely a moment to catch their breath between the end of the Quebec tournament and the travel to Poland, they have reeled off five wins in six matches over the first three days of competition.
They posted two wins in qualifying including one over compatriots Annie Martin of Sherbrooke, Que., and Marie-Andrée Lessard of LaSalle, Que. In the round robin of the main draw, they upset the ninth seeds to enter today's last round robin macth at 1-1.
On Thursday they completed the round robin with a victory to finish at 2-1 to advance to the playoff round. In their first playoff, Bansley and Maloney, seeded 24th here, defeated Renata Martins Ribeiro and Priscilla Lese Lima of Brazil 21-18, 16-21, 15-8.
Their next opponent will be third seeds Chen Xue and Xi Zhang of China who have reached the podium at three of the last four World Tour stops they have entered.
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Best Hair Purchase EverI bought my GHD from Folica back in September 2010. Back then, I didn't know much about irons in general and had been using a CHI for the previous 3 years (which still works to this day as well!). I purchase a Sedu first, which I liked because I could modify the temperature settings, but it didn't give me the absolute pin straight look I wanted. So I returned it to Folica, no questions asked, read tons of reviews like this online and took my chances.
I love this straighter! I've had it since 2010 and it has never failed me yet! Unlike my CHI, there has been no wearing on the plates and it doesn't rip my hair out during use. It's definitely not a "single pass" straightener and can take a little time to get my hair to the straightness I desire but for me it's totally worth it! I have tons of frizzy hair and the GHD makes it look like I was born with beautiful smooth and shinny hair!
I went to turn it on the other day and it just beeped and beeped. I thought 5 years is a good amount of time for any product to last (especially one that I've used faithfully 3 or 4 times a week for years). Turned out it was just cold from sitting in my car in the below freezing temps and just needed to get back to room temperature. What a relief! If and when this ever dies I will definitely replace with another GHD!Jan 16, 2015Claudia / New York StateHAIR TYPEDark Brown / Dry Hair / Curly Hair / Color Treated Hair / Thick or Coarse Hair
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Finally Able To Come Close To What My Stylist DoesUsed to have an ordinary flatiron from Target, probably $30. It was okay but not great, and rarely made my hair look like it does after Nicholas styles it. I asked what flatiron he used, and he recommended GHD. So worth it!Oct 6, 2014KwHAIR TYPECurly Hair / Color Treated Hair
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The One That I Receive Just Look Like Some Returned !!I just received ghd professional 1" gold flat today! when I opened the box the flat was opened ,not fold by any wire or plastic! look cheap! I am worried about is that a real GHD flat iron! but I will keep post when I use tonight !Jun 24, 2013Rachel Y. / Atlanta
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AmazingBest flat iron EVER.
it heats up in less than 30 seconds which make it quick and easy. I have really fine, stringy hair and normally just use it to smooth out my hair after blow drying or for the morning after a wash to keep it sleek. All my friends with curly thick hair love using it when they come over too. I also love that it automatically turns off if you're not using it, so I never have to worry about accidentally leaving it on.
Definitely would recommend this!Apr 14, 2013AlexHAIR TYPEBlonde / Oily Hair / Color Treated Hair
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Love This Hair StraightenerI have used hot tools in the past and was using an Andis before I bought my GHD. I was using the Andis to curl my hair and noticed that my hair was getting super damaged and actually was burnt and smelled burnt everytime i washed my hair. NOT OKAY. That was when i decided i needed to upgrade. I did a lot of research and decided that I needed to go big or go home. I am so glad I did. This hair straightener is awesome. it is fast and effective and seems to damage my hair much less. It is great for both straightening and curling. Also, this doesn't seem like a big deal but it really is convenient....IT HEATS UP SO FAST. Like its crazy you turn it on and like 30 secs later its fully hot. If you can afford to I would definitely save up, wait until folica has a good deal and buy this one. Worth the money.Aug 20, 2012Melissa A.HAIR TYPEDark Brown / Dry Hair / Thick or Coarse Hair
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Great Except --no Way To Lower Temp...This is a great great flat iron except for one thing and I wanted to share this as to warn others and had to return mine >>> It has NO way to lower or adjust the temperature.
It sustains a very consistne heat, but much to hot for my thin, fine hair.
Othwerise I do recommend this if you use a high heat for your hair.
Have a great day girls!Aug 16, 2012JaimyHAIR TYPEBlonde / Color Treated Hair / Fine or Thin Hair
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Ghd Makes The Best Irons.I like this iron. I sometimes have to pass over the hair twice but honestly I don't know ANY iron you don't have to do that with. My hair is fine and VERY wavy/curly. I have to blow it out first using fingers and it will be sorta curly/wavy puffy before I use iron. But after use my hair is straight and smooth.Aug 6, 2012Theresa / North TexasHAIR TYPELight Brown / Curly Hair / Color Treated Hair / Fine or Thin Hair
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Superior To All Other Flat-ironsWhen turning the iron on for the first time, I automatically noticed that there is no temperature control switch, just an on/off switch. Already I was a bit apprehensive because I usually need very high heat for my thick, curly hair and low heat for my bangs (in order for them not to be stick straight and flat).
When the iron is switched on, it beeps, and the switch will light up and blink to indicate that the iron is heating up. Seconds later, it will fully heat up, and beep three times more and the light will stop blinking to indicate that it's ready for use. This iron heats up in less than 30 seconds, and is definitely faster than any other iron I've used.
I don't normally forget to turn my flat iron off after use, but it's a habit to plug in my flat iron before I'm actually going to use it to give it time to heat up. After 30 minutes of being idle, the iron will go into sleep mode and beep every 10 seconds as a reminder that it's on, and it's still plugged in. I think it's a pretty sweet feature.
My hair type:
Long (down my back), thick, curly - a mixture of loose curls and waves (not kinky), dry and fine. My hair is like a difficult child that does what they want, when they want and won't listen to authority.
With that said, I need a pretty good iron if I want my hair to be perfectly primped.
I always start with the underside of my hair first, and comb out one inch sections. With one pass of my iron my hair is fairly straight, but two passes is needed because my hair is long, and with a thin plate flat iron, little areas can get missed. It takes around 20-25 minutes to get through my hair.
It doesn't pull my hair, snag, and my hair glides smoothly through the plates without causing bends in my hair.
What stands out the most to me about this iron is that it leaves my hair soft and shiny. It doesn't feel dry or fried and brittle like other flat irons I've used. Also, when flat ironing my bangs, I always style them on low heat so they'll fall naturally, rather than looking stick straight and in the way. This iron styles my bangs perfectly!
I have to mention that I never wear my hair straight, but I have to use a flat iron when I wear my signature loose waves. My curls are tighter toward the roots and remain semi-tight a couple inches down my hair, and after that, the curls loosen up. So, I section my hair off and flat iron from my roots to about 1/3 down my hair, leaving the bottom curly. I then use a large barrel curling iron to curl my hair. It may seem like I can use any flat iron for this and get the same results, but I can definitely notice a difference in how healthy my hair appears.
Because I have very long hair, this flat iron wouldn't be the best model for me for wearing my hair straight, as the plates are so small. If I did in fact wear my hair straight, I'd opt for a model with larger plates. For what I need this flat iron for, this model works just fine.
$225 is a huge price to pay for a flat iron, and isn't in many of our budgets. But for those who are willing to pay an arm and a leg for professional hair tools, I'd definitely recommend looking into a GHD. This is my favorite flat iron by far!Jul 18, 2012Natalie / ChicagoHAIR TYPEDark Brown / Dry Hair / Curly Hair / Color Treated Hair / Thick or Coarse Hair
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Great Iron!!The GHD Gold iron is a really great iron for at home use. Im a hairstylist so I really liked the fact that the temperature is controlled and doesn't get too hot. I usually don't like irons with just an on and off switch but this one is made really well. The plates glide super smooth through your hair and creates beautiful curls! If you're looking for a super easy to use flat iron, the GHD Gold is for you!Jul 12, 2012Ayana "thehairazor" A.HAIR TYPEBlack / Chemically Treated Hair
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Victoria Day Open Thread: Is London's Max Domi a draft target?
Cam Charron
May 20 2013 01:17AM
Image via Mark Staffieri at Ice Hockey Wiki
There's going to be a lack of Toronto Maple Leafs-related news until the conclusion of the Stanley Cup playoffs. This week I'm focusing much of my time tracking zone entries for the Memorial Cup (work will be published over at Yahoo's Buzzing the Net) and only doing so because there is an absolute glut of prospects at the event.
Three of them, Seth Jones, Nathan MacKinnon and Jonathan Drouin, will be well out of reach by the time the Toronto Maple Leafs pick, which could land anywhere between 19 and 22nd, depending on how the second round of the playoffs shakes out. If New York, Ottawa, Detroit and San Jose were all to win their series… that would bump Toronto up to 19th. While that's a possibility, it won't put Toronto high enough up to put them into Drouin territory.
However, there's a familiar name at the Memorial Cup familiar to Leafs fans.
What do we think about Max Domi?
If Max had any other last name other than "Clark" "Gilmour" or "McDonald", it's safe to say that we wouldn't be pencilling his name next to the Leafs' spot on the draft board.
It's an excellent fit. Max is the son of Tie, naturally, but the younger Domi isn't a pugilist or an energy player by any means. He's a skilled forward that scored 39 goals this season and 87 points—leading his team in both categories.
There's another prospect on the London Knights to consider: Bo Horvat, who had 33 goals on the season and another 16 in the playoffs to lead the league. A lot of opinions will be formed this week about which one the Leafs should take should either fall to Toronto's spot. Horvat is 15th in CSS and Domi is 19th, which makes them about where the Leafs would be picking.
I don't have enough statistical data comparing the two, which makes me glad that the Saskatoon Blades beat Halifax last night, meaning that we're guaranteed a tiebreaker at this tournament and an extra game to compare and contrast players from different leagues. A four-or-five game tournament is too small a sample to base anything off of goals or assists or points or wins and losses, so I'm looking at zone entries as a bit of a performance indicator throughout the event.
The only conclusion I've determined so far is that "Nathan MacKinnon is pretty good". Working on others.
A name that may be familiar to Leafs fans watching the tournament is Saskatoon's Josh Nicholls, a former 7th round pick of Toronto. While Nicholls has looked adept in all three zones in both the Blades' games, the truth is that you should expect that out of an overage player. I doubt Nicholls has an NHL future, or would be a player to get crazy excited about if he were still Leafs property. They picked him in 2010, left him un-signed and now he's back in junior for the overage season and looks predictably, pretty good. But so to Brenden Walker and Michael Ferland, the Blades' other overage players.
It's difficult to project hockey player futures based on watching juniors. The best NHL players often aren't the best in junior, because they leave before they can really dominate the league. This year is a bit different at the Memorial Cup because three of the four teams have key, key players that are draft-eligible. London has Domi and Horvat and defenceman Nikita Zadorov, Halifax has MacKinnon, Drouin and goaltender Zachary Fucale, while Portland has top-ranked Seth Jones, 33rd-ranked Nicolas Petan and 36th-ranked Oliver Bjorkstrand.
Any of those forwards sound pleasant. The Leafs have a good collection of mobile defencemen in the prospect ranks, but lack a real game-breaking forward under the age of 22 in the system. I'd like to see the Leafs spend as many of their picks as possible on forwards and try and hit a home run with one of them. Leave the safe picks to other teams.
Thoughts on the tournament? On Domi? On Horvat? Open thread, we'll see a few of these in the next few weeks until we get into some draft and free agency analysis…
I too would like to see the Leafs focus on "boom or bust" forwards. Look at what happened in 2011 when the Leafs moved up to draft Biggs. He was the "safe" pick in that he'd probably bottom out as a dependable 3rd liner, but it meant missing out on (in retrospect) much better prospects. Boone Jenner, Brandon Saad and Ty Rattie for example were all drafted in the second round.
Max Domi's still my go-to-guy if he's still available (and in the second, I'd like the Leafs to look at Justin Bailey). Looking forward to the Memorial Cup analysis.
Domi came with a lot of hype and I guess that it was because London had to trade draft picks to Kingston for him, but has he been all that was advertised in his play for London? I was also wondering about Connor Brown who the Leafs picked and played for Erie this year. He appeared to have a very productive year, yet was not offered a contract by the Leafs.
May 20 2013, 02:10PM
Max Domi led the Knights in scoring this season as a 17-year old, so yeah, I'd say that's a pretty good indication that he's been very very good.
Connor Brown had a fine season, especially considering he played on a god awful Erie team (though, lining up alongside Connor McDavid certainly helped). As for a contract offer from the Leafs... why would they? He was drafted in 2012, so it's not like the Leafs are anywhere close to losing his rights, and Brown is far from ready to be an NHL player (he may never be). He's going to play in the OHL for at least another season.
I figured this was relevant: http://i.minus.com/iW7yrRMaRpfW6.gif
I'm starting to think there's no chance he'll fall to the Leafs. .
@Badger M
Simply mesmerizing.
However, even before this play, there is no chance for the leafs to pick him - I don't even understand the point of this article.
May 21 2013, 04:17PM
Winnipeg might even take a shot at him as early as 13th.


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Republished with permission from O'Reilly Media from Getting closer to the Web 2.0 address book.
Tim O'Reilly has often asked a good question: Seeing as my phone and e-mail know who I communicate with, my company directory knows who I work with and Amazon knows who has written books for my company, why can't these various things somehow combine to automatically deal with friend requests coming from social networks?
This specific problem is just one example of a wider issue. Given that so much diverse and overlapping information about each of us is spread between many applications, why are seemingly simple things based on combinations of information–like automatically reacting to known friend requests–still not possible?
Tim summarizes this by asking "Where is the Web 2.0 address book?"
The traditional reaction to Tim's need would be to begin work on the design of a new application to provide the suggested features. This might give rise to an online social address book incorporating his specific suggestions, along with anything else the application designers might dream up to provide additional functionality.
While such an application might be cool and work well in the short term, I believe that approach is doomed to failure. The main reason is that we can't anticipate the future. Baking decisions about what to support or not into applications is almost certain to leave us wanting and needing more. At that point we're beholden to application designers' willingness, priorities and ability to further adapt.
What happens when Tim comes up with another idea, or when you or I do? While an application might be designed to be open–for example, by providing an API or a plug-in system–at the end of the day it's just another application sitting in front of its collection of data. This problem is particularly severe in our specific case: Tim would ideally like the incorporation not just of his phone's data and his e-mail, but specific information from the O'Reilly org chart and from Amazon. That level of specificity–or personalization, if you prefer–is well beyond the interests of anyone writing a general phone book application.
For these reasons, among others, I believe the traditional "let's build a cool new app" reaction to Tim's dilemma is the wrong approach.
An alternate approach begins with a sharp departure from this thinking. I suggest that the Web 2.0 address book need not take the familiar shape of an application. Instead, like a physical address book, it might be mainly about the data. That is, centered in a common data store through which a variety of loosely coupled applications interact with users and with one another.
In such a world, a friend request to Tim would be added to a shared online data store. There it would be noticed by an application running on a mobile phone, a periodic script that scans Tim's inbox, or an internal O'Reilly script with access to the company's staff list. Any application recognizing the requesting user's details could add information to the request object to indicate recognition. The initiating application could detect this and act on it.
Several aspects of this idealized scenario are worth close consideration:
1. Such a system would require an underlying storage–a "data fabric" as Tim has called it–that was shared not just for reading, but also for writing. The shared writable data fabric would be open to future applications. They could contribute or consume information as they saw fit, without requiring the permission of existing applications, possibly without knowing or caring about each other's existence. Future applications would interact seamlessly with existing ones by simply following established data conventions.
2. While any application should be able to join the fun and contribute, a permissions system would be needed to protect existing information and to selectively share it among authorized applications. For example, Tim might authorize an application on his phone to add information about numbers he has dialed or e-mail addresses he has been in contact with. He could authorize another application–in our case an automatic friend request resolver–to read that information and to create more information on his behalf to indicate existing friendships.
3. This data-centric answer to the "Where is the Web 2.0 address book?" question points to a wide class of future applications that cooperate and interact not through synchronous pre-ordained API calls, but via asynchronous data protocols that follow open-ended conventions. This is in strong contrast to applications which hold information in databases with relatively inflexible structure behind APIs that strictly delimit possible interactions. Applications using a shared, writable data storage can adopt conventions and data protocols by which they cooperate to achieve joint actions. Applications that operate in this way leave the door open for new conventions, for additional unanticipated data and for future applications that adopt the existing conventions, or introduce new ones.
At Fluidinfo we're building a shared online "cloud" data system, called FluidDB, with the characteristics outlined above. FluidDB aims to usher in a new class of applications, as described above, in which data can be thought of as being social. The data allows diverse applications to interoperate and communicate asynchronously using shared conventions. [Disclosure: Tim O'Reilly is an investor in FluidInfo.]
In FluidDB, all objects may have information added to them by anyone or any application at any time–with no questions asked. Whereas a more traditional approach locks down entire database objects, FluidDB has a simple and flexible permissions system that operates at the level of the tags that comprise objects. Objects are always writable, including by future applications and by idiosyncratic applications that know, for example, how to access the O'Reilly staff list.
To put things in a more general light, Tim's "How ridiculous is this?" complaint is symptomatic of a wider problem. It highlights the awkwardness of a computational world in which applications keep their data behind UIs and APIs that are designed for specific purposes. These prevent augmentation, sharing and search, and they ultimately prove inflexible. It is ridiculous that even simple operations combining information in obvious ways are still beyond our reach.
Relief does not lie in the direction of more applications holding more data behind more APIs. It lies instead in allowing related data to coexist in the same place. Both
The Web 2.0 address book then becomes a ball of data, not an application. Something we access as we please, using a collection of tools that individually suit us, and without any application having the final word on what's possible.
Terry Jones is chief executive of Fluidinfo, the creator of FluidDB, an open, writable shared database.
See Also:
How To Build A Data Startup
The Gamification Of Education
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