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June 23, 2011
Volume 2 Issue 23
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Situational Analysis Executive Summary
This week, we continue with another Situational Analysis summary. As previously mentioned, we will continue to share summaries from the recently completed Situational Analyses conducted by each of the professional disciplines as part of the Recovery to Practice (RTP) initiative. The RTP Situational Analysis is a holistic description that captures unique characteristics of the current status of recovery-oriented practice within each discipline and then sets forth the approach that each will use to advance recovery principles and practices within its profession.
The teams synthesized findings from their yearlong, comprehensive assessment of both qualitative and quantitative data, collected in terms of (1) definitions and understandings of recovery used in their profession (as compared to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's [SAMHSA's] Consensus Statement recovery definition); (2) evidence of recovery-oriented practices being used; (3) evidence of the concept of recovery embedded in organizational infrastructure (i.e., in formal policies and procedures); and (4) evidence of recovery-oriented content in institutional training curricula.
The Situational Analysis forms the basis for determining strengths and identifying gaps as each professional organization designs and delivers its curriculum. Factors that make up the Situational Analysis are fluid and will evolve over time, as learning and practice grow. The Situational Analysis presented here, and in later Weekly Highlights, represents the current status of each discipline and its plans for the future. Readers who would like to provide feedback on these plans to any of the professional organizations involved are invited to do so, using the email address below.
American Psychological Association
Psychologists have historically played key roles in the recovery movement, as well as in the community mental health and psychiatric rehabilitation movements that set the stage for it. Studies by psychologists such as Paul and Lentz (1977), Wing and Brown (1970), and Vaughn and Jeff (1976) also helped pave the way for the recovery movement by changing the prevailing idea that there was little hope for improvement in individuals with serious mental illness.
Among the mental health consumer/survivor leaders who ignited and have guided the movement, several have been psychologists (e.g., Bassman, Deegan, Frese). In addition, psychologists have been at the forefront of the research, practice, and policy dimensions of this movement. Their contributions include
Longitudinal outcome studies that provided the empirical support for—or confirmation of—first-person recovery narratives (e.g., Harding, Harrow)
Groundbreaking research on promoting functioning (e.g., Bell, Bellack, McGurk, Mueser, Silverstein, Spaulding)
Contributions to the definition of recovery (e.g., Anthony, Deegan)
Support of families (e.g., Johnson, Lefley, Marsh)
Addressing of stigma, discrimination, and resilience (e.g., Corrigan, Russinova, Wahl)
Addressing of shared decision-making, resilience, and the recovery journey (e.g., Deegan, Harding, Spaniol)
Development of principles for recovery-oriented practice and competencies (e.g., Anthony, Cook, Davidson, Farkas, Frese, Russinova, Shepherd, Slade)
Articulation of a vision of recovery-oriented practice that can be used to guide system transformation (e.g., Anthony, Davidson, Farkas)
Anthony's seminal 1993 article, "Recovery from mental illness: The guiding vision of the mental health service system in the 1990s," was not only prescient, for example, but helped to establish the conceptual basis for recovery to become the overarching aim of mental health care as recommended by the U.S. Surgeon General in 1999 (later to be reaffirmed and elaborated in the President's 2003 New Freedom Commission on Mental Health).
While psychologists may have been at the center of the recovery movement, the same cannot be said for recovery being at the heart of the discipline of psychology. Many factors, both historical and sociopolitical, may have contributed to the current state of affairs, but at this time there is a relatively small—if growing—number of psychologists who have embraced and attempted to further the recovery paradigm. Some of these factors include the ascendancy of a neurobiological model of mental illness in the 1980s—establishing psychopharmacological treatment as the apparent approach of choice for these disorders—and the emergence of data at the same time suggesting that psychodynamically oriented psychotherapies lacked efficacy for the population of people suffering from these disorders. By the late 1980s, these developments had already appeared to diminish interest by psychologists in this population, when a group of psychologists dedicated to the care of people with serious and persistent mental illness began to make concerted efforts to revive and expand the broader field's interest in this work (Johnson, 1990; Wohlford, Myers, & Callan, 1993). The relative lack of penetration of the concept of recovery and its implications for transforming mental health practice into the field of psychology can perhaps be read as yet more evidence of the fact that interest in this population has continued to decrease among psychologists.
The involvement of the American Psychological Association (APA) in SAMHSA's RTP Initiative represents a new opportunity to engage in system transformation. In this effort, the discipline of psychology has many strengths on which to build. These include the outstanding work of clinical, community, counseling, school, psychosocial rehabilitation, humanistic, and neuro–cognitive psychologists who have devoted their professional careers to developing and disseminating innovative approaches to care for and promote resilience and recovery.
Strengths also include an increasing number of psychologists who are in recovery and the previous and current membership of APA's Task Force on Serious Mental Illness and Severe Emotional Disturbance (SMI/SED), the body of concerned psychologists that has persistently advocated for the discipline to focus more of its energies and resources on this important cause. Kay Jamison, Elyn Saks, and Wendy Walker Davis are all in recovery from serious mental illness. They also all are, or were, APA members and served on the APA's Task Force on the SMI/SED. Keris Myrick, the first vice president of the National Alliance on Mental Illness national board of directors, is a person who has been diagnosed with schizophrenia and who has credentials in psychology. The RTP Initiative offers this task force and other like-minded psychologists the opportunity to amplify their voice and to bring the field of psychology into the center of national system transformation efforts.
Through the resulting curriculum, the APA will put forth a framework that trains psychologists in providing recovery-oriented behavioral health care. Recovery-oriented care assists individuals to achieve those optimal functional capabilities chosen by each person to enable him or her in achieving his or her full potential. In addition to being consistent with the values, principles, and knowledge of psychology, the provision of recovery-oriented care incorporates such key APA priorities as healthcare reform and the reduction of health disparities. It also is consistent with the fundamental values of psychology and national trends and expectations, thereby positioning APA and its 154,000 constituent psychologists to be responsive to the rapidly changing healthcare environment and shifting expectations for providers.
Opportune time.
The RTP Initiative comes at an opportune time for the discipline of psychology. Based in part on the work of generations of psychologists, as well as on the lives and advocacy efforts of people in recovery and their loved ones, the recovery vision has come of age and has been firmly established as the guiding vision for behavioral health care for the foreseeable future. As the APA continues to engage in the important work of healthcare reform and the elimination of health disparities, this vision of recovery will increasingly influence the practice of all psychologists participating in the provision, and study, of health care.
Our field already has many strengths in place, which we can build on as this vision takes root and permeates the broader healthcare arena. The RTP Initiative will need to make effective use of these strengths to expand the circles of psychologists who are embracing and further elaborating on the concepts of both resilience and recovery, overcoming ignorance with education, dispelling stigma and eliminating discrimination toward people with serious mental illnesses, inviting and retaining within the field psychologists with their own firsthand experiences of mental illness and recovery, and bringing the considerable talents, tools, and concepts within the profession together into a coherent and compelling vision of how psychology can enhance and improve the lives of children and youth with serious emotional disturbances and adults with serious mental illnesses.
Key foci for advocacy on behalf of this vision will be to:
Ensure that Medicaid/Medicare and private insurance cover a range of recovery-oriented psychosocial interventions and community-based supports
Make effective use of emerging technologies, not only for rural and tribal communities but also for providing ongoing support for people working on establishing and sustaining recovery (e.g., telephonic follow-up support)
Ensure that all Americans, but especially those with serious mental illnesses, have access to safe and affordable housing and meaningful employment
Decriminalize mental illness and develop alternatives to incarceration that ensure that people receive effective care rather than ineffective punishment for illness-related behaviors
Develop and apply behavioral assessment and analysis to the task of enabling people to live self-determined and meaningful lives in the community
Promote a holistic vision of wellness and well-being, including resilience in the face of adversity, that can be held up as the ultimate goal of health care for all Americans, regardless of trauma history, mental illness, culture, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, immigration status, or social class.
For more information about this Situational Analysis, please contact Andrew Austin–Dailey of the American Psychological Association at
Anthony, W.A. (1993). Recovery from mental illness: The guiding vision of the mental health service system in the 1990s.
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Journal, 16
(4), 11–23.
Johnson, D. (ed.). (1990).
Service needs of the seriously mentally ill: Training implications for psychology.
Washington, D.C.: American Psychological Association.
Paul, G.L, & Lentz, R.J. (1977).
Psychosocial treatment of chronic mental patients: Milieu versus social-learning programs.
Cambridge, Mass.: Harvard University Press.
Vaughn, C.E., & Leff, J. (1976) The influence of family life and social factors on the course of psychiatric illness: A comparison of schizophrenic and depressed neurotic patients.
British Journal of Psychiatry, 129,
Wing, J.K., & Brown, G.W. (1970).
Institutionalism and schizophrenia: A comparative study of three mental hospitals, 1960–68.
Cambridge, England: Cambridge University Press.
Wohlford, P.; Myers, H.F.; & Callan, J.E. (eds.) (1993).
Serving the seriously mentally ill: Public–academic linkages in services, research, and training.
Washington, D.C.: American Psychological Association.
Webinar Announcement
The RTP Resource Center is pleased to announce
the third Webinar in a four-step series:
Step 3 in the Recovery-Oriented Care Continuum:
Promoting Recovery Through Psychological and Social Means
Thursday, July 28, 2011
2:00–3:30 p.m. E.T.
This Webinar will describe a few approaches to promoting recovery that involve psychological and social interventions. A first speaker will update participants on the state of the art in cognitive–behavioral psychotherapeutic approaches to serious mental illnesses (schizophrenia and bipolar disorder). A second speaker will describe the key common elements of psychiatric rehabilitation approaches that involve in vivo support (supported employment, education, housing, etc.). A third speaker will describe the role of consumer-run programs and businesses as offering alternatives to traditional programs and settings (e.g., clubhouses).
To Register
Please share this announcement with friends and colleagues who may be interested in learning more about recovery-oriented practice in behavioral health services. For more information on SAMHSA's RTP project, please contact the RTP Technical Assistance Center at
, or 1.877.584.8535.
FOA: Sustainable Comprehensive Tobacco Cessation and Prevention
Clinical Program for Low Socioeconomic Status Women of Childbearing Age
The mission of the Office on Women's Health (OWH) of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is to provide leadership to promote health equity for women and girls through sex/gender–specific approaches. The Tobacco and Young, Low Socioeconomic Status (LSES) Women: Federal Collaboration to Make a Difference interagency working group (the Collaboration) was launched by HHS/OWH, the National Cancer Institute (NCI), and other HHS agencies in 2008. Because LSES women and girls of childbearing age have special burdens related to tobacco use, OWH and the Collaboration implemented a three-phase initiative, outlined below, to reduce tobacco use in this population. (See Appendix I for more information).
Phase 1:
Tobacco Clinical Collaborative Programs (TCCP) involves implementing the "Treating Tobacco Use and Dependence, Clinical Practice Guideline, 2008 Update" ("Public Health Service Guideline"), or similar tobacco-cessation programs, in selected Health Resources and Services Agency (HRSA)– and Indian Health Service (IHS)–funded clinics.
Phase 2:
Expansion planning involves using lessons learned from the TCCP to develop a toolkit of resources and to plan expansion from the TCCP to other populations of LSES women of childbearing age served through Federal healthcare dollars.
Phase 3:
Comprehensive and sustainable funded projects involves providing cooperative agreements to projects that (1) implement the Public Health Service Guideline to provide comprehensive culturally and linguistically appropriate tobacco prevention and cessation services for the targeted population, (2) show organizational and structural changes that will ensure long-term sustainability and ability to implement and to replicate the Public Health Service Guideline implementation, and (3) evaluate the impact of the Public Health Service Guideline implementation and structural changes on tobacco cessation in LSES women of childbearing age.
Through this cooperative agreement (Phase 3 of the Collaboration initiative), OWH intends to foster its mission and support the Collaboration by providing OWH fiscal year 2011–appropriated funds to entities to:
Partner with federally funded healthcare organizations and/or Medicaid-reimbursed providers ("Federal Clinical Partners") that serve LSES women of childbearing age
Provide training, materials, and technical assistance to implement a comprehensive and sustainable tobacco cessation and prevention program in the Federal Clinical Partners' organizations for LSES women of childbearing age, based on the Public Health Service Guideline
Assist the Federal Clinical Partners to implement a process model to create an organizational culture of tobacco awareness and action that results in increased quit attempts, abstinence, or cessation for LSES women of childbearing age
Contribute new information and resources that will assist other federally funded clinics to replicate this program.
Funding Opportunity Description
The purpose of this project is to implement and to evaluate the success of tobacco cessation and prevention programs in selected Federal Clinical Partners to address tobacco use among LSES women of childbearing age. The Federal Clinical Partners are HRSA or IHS federally funded healthcare clinics, or Medicaid-reimbursed providers. Successful applicants will design tobacco cessation and prevention programs to be implemented in the Federal Clinical Partners' organizations that:
Are based on the Public Health Service Guideline
Employ implementation process steps that will ensure project sustainability after the grant period ends for the Federal Clinical Partners
Ensure that a certified tobacco specialist uses the 5As (Ask, Advise, Assess, Assist, Arrange; see the Public Health Service Guideline for detailed information) with every patient
Ensure LSES women of childbearing age identified as tobacco users are offered brief intervention, counseling, follow-up, and other cessation services listed in the Public Health Service Guideline
Demonstrate increased quit attempts, abstinence, or cessation for LSES women of childbearing age using the services of the Federal Clinical Partners
Due Date for Response
Friday, July 15, 2011
For More Information
SAMHSA Consumer-Operated Services
Evidence-Based Practices KIT Now Available
The SAMHSA Consumer-Operated Services Evidence-Based Practice Knowledge Informing Transformation (KIT) is now available through the SAMHSA Web site at:
People with mental health problems as audience, family and advocates, program planners, administrators, and project managers
Population Group
People with mental health problems as population group
Provides tools for developing mental health services that are owned and operated by people who have personal experience living with a psychiatric disorder. Offers guidance grounded in evidence-based practices. CD–ROM/DVD includes 10 booklets.
Invitation to Submit Personal Stories
Personal stories are a powerful way to share information, influence others, and advance recovery-oriented practice. The RTP team would like to hear from military family members about your recovery-oriented experiences.
We're also interested in receiving your personal stories about how healthcare reform has affected your recovery journey.
We will add your stories to our library of resources that will soon become available to our ListServ subscribers.
To submit personal stories or other recovery resources, please contact
Stephanie Bernstein, MSW, at 1.877.584.8535,
or email
The RTP Resource Center Wants to Hear From
Recovery-Oriented Practitioners!
We invite practitioners to submit personal stories that describe how they became involved in recovery-oriented work and how it has changed the way they currently practice.
The RTP Resource Center Wants to Hear From You, Too!
We invite you to submit personal stories that describe recovery experiences. To submit personal stories or other recovery resources, please contact Stephanie Bernstein, MSW, at 1.877.584.8535,
or email
We welcome your views, comments, suggestions, and inquiries.
For more information on this topic or any other recovery topics,
please contact the RTP Resource Center at
1.877.584.8535 or email
The views, opinions, and content of this Weekly Highlight are those of the authors and do not necessarily
reflect the views, opinions, or policies of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.


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Thanks for the pixelovely link Bosque! It looks like a preferable alternative to posemaniacs.
Man I feel like I need some guidance on just how long I should spend on each of my speedpaints. I'm thinking of doing a few longer, more refined enviro studies instead of these short quick ones I've been posting lately so that I can (hopefully) learn how to push the quality of my enviros.
I am also seeing a distinct difference in contrast between my cintiq and my screen. Since people complain that my tones aren't always encompassing large ranges I think my Cintiq is not calibrated.
Some drawings of vegetation. This is much harder than I previously thought. I really want to get the hang of this.
Heyy! These are pretty cool. I really like the arc one in post 32. How are your value studies coming along?
Nice environments, its not something that comes naturally to me.
Thanks for dropping by my sketchbook, I'm more than happy to get crits on my work in progress. Obviously I'll have good cry afterwards but I want to take that work further so any advice is good.
Digital Illustrations
My Sketchbook
Concept Art
Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard!
Thanks for the crit on my WIP, a paintover could be helpful. I tried a couple of new comps but it still feels a bit off the mark.
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Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard!
Thanks man! I have been considering to get that book for quite a while and now I'm finally going to go do it. Transferred the money over to paypal and waiting for it. . _.Thanks for caring, No I haven't seen a doctor, the pain is there on and off, I think I'll be fine, good to see you've been working hard, as for the jungle paintings I don't have critiques however you might wanna check the chapter called "the green problem" in James Gurney's Color and Light A guide for the Realist Painter
Value studies have currently stopped. Well all studies have stopped because its exam time for my university. I'm not enrolled in an art degree, I'm in an engineering degree and I'm cramming for my engineering exams so there isn't much time to study art right now. . Once my exams are over I will try and get back on track with 3 to 4 hour hour studying (art) daily.
I hope my paintover helped.
Haven't Posted in a while. have ponies.
More ponies.
Ponies are fun. Sadly they are the crux of me.
Liking my 7th design the best so far.
My last Pony painting I swear. ._ .
But Seriously, I think I'll go back to my observation studies and perspective constructions after this.
Great environment studies! but just echoing the others about atmospheric depth I think it would be also a much faster way if you just focused on a part to detail instead of doing it overall. Keep it up!
What you mean? I though it was better to paint overall, not too sure about this focusing on one particular part business.
And about the atmospheric depth thing its something I know about, its just that im trying to be really subtle. Perhaps this is not an effective way to go about it. I should do more enviro studies to get better grasp of how much to add with it.
For now, I want to do some daily vehicle design practice. Drawing Cars was one of my main weaknesses and I want to conquer it so I'm forcing myself to draw vehicles every day in my sketchbook and do one design in photoshop to upload to every day.
here is my 1st design in photoshop
argh this one was rushed XD.
I love your enviro studies, and this may be silly but I'd love to see more of your mlp drawings set in environments :3
Thanks man!
In the future I'll probably make more. i enjoyed making them. I need to do some revision enviro studies though XD.
here is my car for today. I tried to carefully construct one like scott robertson but I screwed it up and after several frustrating attempts trashed it. Here is a quick litte sketch I did so I can still submit stuff every day. XD.
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f1 for today. I think I'll start practicing more careful car construction Like in Scott Robertsons' DVDs.
lametron 500. my original deisgn. Dont steal. >:C
Dont have much time tonight.
Did some really fast quick sketches.
Something about the juxtaposition of careful mechanical construction with ~*PONIES*~ amuses the hell out of me. =D
I really like the cars in your latest post!
Man got home and had the time to rip out some studies. I usually hate drawing digital but for some reason I want to try being another George Guo. I gave a shot and man I need some practice. o _o.
Sorry if my bad perspective offends you.
Currently all the pictures for my vehicle studies come from http://sceptre63.deviantart.com/
daily vehicle concept design practice.
Your value range is awesome :3 particularly in the enviro and car concepts.
I'm an 18 year old noob i'd really appreciate anyone checking out my sketchbook! :
thanks man. I still believe my values need to be revised though XD.
Managed to get a set of concepts done tonight.
Study set from
got distracted tonight by watching new pony episode and Nani GSL drama XD so no daily concept. :C
dont like this design much. :/
argh mised a day so I make 3 ups today.
Would much appreciate your opinions on the comic and what i can do to make it better.
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Young Eagles Flight Rally - Freeport
Ever wonder what your neighborhood looks like from the sky? Or maybe you're curious how airplanes work. If you're between the ages of 8 and 17 volunteer pilots would love to take you on a free Young Eagles flight. Parent/Guardian must fill out and sign a registration form before the flight.
CITY: Freeport
Yaeger's Farm Market
Farm products available for purchase include plants, fresh fruits and vegetables, plus a wide variety of Amish jams and jellies. A pumpkin patch and corn maze are featured in the fall.
CITY: DeKalb
Wolff's Flea Market
Come out and enjoy Wolff's Flea Market in Rosemont every Sunday from April to October in the Allstate Arena parking lot. You will find tons of great deals and rows and rows of great vendors!
CITY: Rosemont
Witches Night Out
Sharpen the point on your hat, oil the broom and fluff up the cat, leave the little goblins where they're at and come to Lebanon's scariest shopping event. Restaurants and shops will be open. A fortune teller will be strolling the street. The spooky music and historic buildings provide a haunted backdrop for some wicked good fun. It's a "ghoul's night out." Costumes are encouraged; it's quite a sight to see.
CITY: Lebanon
Wiley House Museum
The museum contains photos, paintings and artrifacts about Galva and the surrounding area.
CITY: Galva
Wildlife Prairie State Park
Wildlife Prairie State Park is home to over 150 animals that are native to Illinois, including wolves, bison, black bear, elk and cougars. Experience the Adventure Trek Tour, which includes a trip through the bison and elk pasture. Unique overnight lodging located in the park includes authentic train cabooses and a cabin nestled in the woods. The park also offers biking enthusiasts 5 miles of singletrack intermediate level terrain with good technical trails and rocky terrain it will feel like you're biking in the mountains.
CITY: Hanna City
Wildlife Prairie Park
A unique, 2,000-acre zoological park which is home to wolves, bison, waterfowl, black bear, elk, cougar, otter, and others. You will enjoy the park's spectacular natural settings, butterfly garden, wildflowers, lakes and restored prairies.
CITY: Hanna City
White Tail Crossing Cabin Village
Eighteen units are available with 1-5 bedrooms. All cabins are very nice, spacious and well-appointed with kitchens, fireplaces, front porches. There are 2 swimming pools, 2 fishing ponds, private hiking trails, 3 hole golf course and much more. Five full hookup campsites are also available. Open March to December 20th every year.
CITY: Shelbyville
Walnut Street Winery
The Walnut Street Winery plus Saunas is unlike many other wineries. We make fine wines in small batches using the best raw materials available from some of the best vineyards all over the world. Our wine garden features a bocce ball court that is 60 feet long and 13 feet wide. You can enjoy your wine out in the open air, along with a delicious Isabell's Pizza or some of the great Wisconsin cheeses that we have available. The wine garden is a unique setting for hosting wedding receptions, class reunions, office parties, Christmas parties and other group events.
CITY: Rochester
Walnut Point State Park
State park with hunting, fishing, camping, hiking and picnicking. Concession stand and boat rental available.
CITY: Oakland
Walkers Bluff Winery
Local winery with a General Store, 5 star cuisine at Legends Restaurant, wine cave, open air pavilion, gazebo and much more. Enjoy a glass of wine while listening to live entertainment. Boasts a large childrens play area, large handcarved sculptures, and even a full service gas station at the general store. You must visit to see the magnitude of this destination.
CITY: Carterville
Vernon Hills Golf Course
This golf course has been ranked as one of the top ten 9 hole golf courses in Chicagoland. Situated in Vernon Hills, this challenging 9-hole municipal course boasts small greens, rolling terrain, tight fairways and seven holes featuring water. Golfers of all skill levels will appreciate both the playability and the eye-catching views. The full-service clubhouse features a varied lunch menu, which is served all day and a full-service bar. Banquet facilities available for up to 80 people.
CITY: Vernon Hills
Vaughn Athletic Center and Indoor Water Park
The Vaughan Athletic Center is dedicated to fitness excellence with quality equipment and programs designed to offer members the best value for their fitness dollar. The newest facility in the Fox Valley Park District is the Vaughan Athletic Center located on Indian Trail near Orchard Road on the far west side of Aurora. The Vaughan Athletic Center features 225,000 square feet of athletic, fitness, and aquatic fun. The Vaughan Athletic Center is home to an aquatic center with three indoor pools. The aquatic center offers lap swimming, diving boards, warm water therapy, swim lessons, and aquatic fitness classes. In addition, there is an indoor water park featuring two water slides, a lazy river, and spray and play areas. In the Vaughan Athletic Center's 10,000-square-foot, full-service fitness center, members can use a wide variety of equipment, attend the Fox Valley area's best group exercise classes, and receive personalized, one-on-one help from certified trainers. This year-round indoor water park has tube slides, zero-depth entry and interactive water play.
CITY: Aurora
Varvil Orchard
This orchard offers in-season peaches, apples, pears and pumpkins.
CITY: Wheeler
Urbana's Market at the Square
Join thousands of residents and visitors during Market season and connect with growers at Urbana's Market at the Square. Choose locally-raised foods and treasure-hunt among the art and craft vendor booths. Gather information about local non-profits, schools and other community groups on our Community Row. Catch up with friends, take in a set from local performers, and enjoy the public square atmosphere the Market has to offer. Saturday morning at Urbana's Market at the Square is one of our city's signature institutions. It's a great way to kick off your weekend! Open May through November.
CITY: Urbana
Uptowne Suites
Located above Uptowne City Limits, theses suites offer overnight accommodations in the middle of Mt. Sterling. Each suite sleeps up to six people. Each features two bedrooms, large bathrooms and large living-kitchen areas. Suites offer their own washer and dryer, refrigerator, stove, dishes and big screen TVs with cable service. WiFi computer services are included.
CITY: Mount Sterling
University of Illinois Arboretum
The University of Illinois Arboretum is a living laboratory, including plant collections and facilities that support the teaching, research and public service programs of several units throughout campus. Central to the Arboretum was the development of the "All American Selection Trial Gardens" established by a bequest from Miles C. Hartley in the early 90s. Other highlights of the Arboretum include the Welcome Garden, Hosta Garden, Kari Walkway and native ponds plantings, the Idea Garden, sponsored by Champaign County Master Gardeners, and the Japanese Tea and Dry Gardens at the Japan House.
CITY: Urbana
Union Dairy
Old-fashioned ice cream shop featuring 51 flavors of ice cream, plus hamburgers, and Chicago style hot dogs made with fresh, local products. Also, featuring custom made ice cream cakes ,cookies and German Chocolate cake. Dine in or carry out. Credit Cards accepted.
CITY: Freeport
U.S. Cellular Field
President-elect Barack Obama is an avowed fan of the Chicago White Sox, and is often seen wearing a White Sox baseball cap. U.S. Cellular features an exploding scoreboard, an old-time facade, complete with arches and over 40,000 unobstructed-view seats.
CITY: Chicago
Tuscan Hills Winery
Tuscan Hills Winery, recently opened in 2011, is on Historic Hills Drive, directly behind the Harley Barn. This winery is located on eight picturesque acres which helps bring an Old World Tuscan feel to the heart of Effingham. The owners are focused on creating elegant, approachable, and perfectly balanced wines of the highest quality. Wine tastings, along with space available for reservations makes this a must stop for group tours. Tuscan Hills Winery wants you to "Come as our guest, but leave as our friends." We welcome you to plan your next event at Tuscan Hills Winery - whether it's a beautiful wedding in our vineyard or book the space for your next meeting.
CITY: Effingham
Tunnel Hill State Trail
Rolling agricultural fields, reclaimed strip mines, ravines, rocky streams and wooded bluffs dominate the northern half of the Tunnel Hill State Trail. With 47.8 miles (one-way) of crushed gravel surface, extended inclines and dark tunnels, this trail is a difficult one, but one not to pass up, as long as you're up for the challenge. The southern half of the trail explodes with scenery that includes bottomland woods, ponds, streams and marshes. The trail, which winds through seven towns, even touches upon a handful of ghost towns that faded into the landscape after the trains here stopped running.
CITY: Vienna
Tri-State Trolley
Galena's only ADA-compliant and climate-controlled trolley service! Daily narrated tours, May-October. Unique group tours, wedding transportation offered year-round.
CITY: Galena
TREC Recreation Trails
The TREC trail system is a public trail designed to create recreational opportunities. The trails provide a great place for visitors to exercise, whether its walking, riding bikes, or roller blading. The mission is to develop a countrywide, multi-use trail system, educate the communities on the benefits of the trails, and promote an active lifestyle by providing recreational activities.
CITY: Effingham
Train of Terror
All aboard the Train of Terror for a thrilling and chilling, four-mile ride with a variety of spooky scenes along the route. Buy tickets at the Silver Creek Depot and Freight House. Food and beverages are available. October 11, 18, and 25th. All Tickets: $8.00
CITY: Freeport
Tiffany Inn
Ideally placed in the historic Downtown Alton antique district, the Tiffany Inn is walking distance from shops, restaurants and the casino, with beautiful views of the Mississippi River and Clark Bridge. Located above the Alton Stained Glass Works shop, the inn has three elegant rooms decorated with lovely stained glass and antiques. Amenities include: private baths, air conditioning, mini refrigerators and coffeemakers.
CITY: Alton
The Stone Cottage - A Loading Dock Guest House
The Stone Cottage, located about 2 miles from the Loading Dock, is a recently remodeled and beautifully appointed home was built in 1840 and is Grafton's oldest original structure. It features a full kitchen and three bedrooms with beds to sleep eight. The charming modern decor is warm and inviting; the property is perfect for a group getaway.
CITY: Grafton
The Standish House Bed & Breakfast
The Standish House B&B is owned and operated by a direct descendent of Miles Standish and is filled with antiques and collections of Early American history. You'll enjoy canopy beds, sumptuous breakfasts and more. We're only minutes from Lake Carroll and are located on a quiet residential street in the quaint community of Lanark.
CITY: Lanark
The Riverside Cottage - A Loading Dock Guest House
Relax in this riverfront cottage located a block from Main Street in downtown Grafton. This unique, art-filled guest house is just a stone's throw from the Mississippi River. The flower-filled back deck faces the river and the historic Boatworks building, which houses the monthly Riverside Flea Market. A restful atmosphere and overstuffed comfy furniture will entice you to read by the fireplace or paint a picture at the artist's easel. A full kitchen allows for snacks of cooking in style. This cottage is designed for two. Free Wi-fi.
CITY: Grafton
The River House
Relax, reflect and unwind in this private guest house that is a turn-of-the-century cottage completely restored with modern amenities. Located high above the confluence of the Mississippi & Illinois Rivers, it offers a quiet retreat with a spectacular view, yet it is only one block from village shops, marina, restaurants, bike trails and the scenic byway.
CITY: Grafton
The Pumpkin Patch
An ideal family outing for fall! Explore two miles of trails, turns, deadends and U-turns at this newly designed six-acre corn maze (assistance available). Then stop by the Pumpkin Patch for a bite to eat at the Goblin Grill.
CITY: Caledonia
The Nest at Palisades Cabins
The Nest at Palisades Cabins offer secluded luxury cabins designed to provide charm, quiet luxury and romance. We're located on a wooded acreage high above the Mississippi River minutes from Savanna, the Palisades State Park and an easy 20 minute drive to Galena.
CITY: Savanna
The Morton Arboretum
Magnificent, 1,700-acre museum of trees and plants from around the world. Hiking trails, paved roads, restaurant, gift shop, open-air tram and handicapped accessible facilities. A perfect place to visit this fall.
CITY: Lisle
The Loft at The Whole Scoop
Looking for a relaxing vacation destination? Look no further! This beautiful family and pet-friendly loft features hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling, two bedrooms, open gathering area with full kitchen, dining area, large living area, washer and dryer, front and rear balconies with a BBQ grill and can accommodate up to 8 people! After all...who wouldn't want to stay on top of an ice cream shop?
CITY: Grafton
The LaMarsh House
Stay at one of the oldest guest houses in Grafton! This guest house boasts historic charm and modern amenities. Located in the center of downtown Grafton, it's within easy walking distance to restaurants, shops, wineries, and the riverfront.
CITY: Grafton
The Hangar 9
Known for its wide selection of craft beer and hosting exceptional music, The Hangar 9 is arguably Carbondale's best venue for nightlife. Built to resemble an airplane hangar, the building is unmistakable. Located on The Strip in Downtown Carbondale, the bar brings everything from karaoke, open-mic, and trivia to recognizable national acts to the downtown.
CITY: Carbondale
The Great Pumpkin Patch
Open from mid-September through October 31, The Great Pumpkin Patch features 300 varieties of pumpkins, squash and gourds from around the world, all grown on the farm. The beautiful grounds feature various mazes and gardens, farm animals, a u-pick pumpkin patch and the Homestead Bakery, offering fresh-baked goods. Live entertainment is presented on fall weekends.
CITY: Arthur
The Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival
The City of Highwood is honored to once again transform into Pumpkin Fest headquarters. This event orchestrates fan favorite activities including a pet costume contest, Light Up the Night Parade, 5K Pumpkin Run, Walk & Kids' Dash, onsite carving, nightly pumpkin wall lighting ceremonies, hay rides, pumpkin bowling, pony rides, petting zoo, carnival rides, kids crafts, live entertainment, pumpkin beer tasting, and seasonal food and beverage vendors galore.
CITY: Highwood
The Fish Market - A Loading Dock Guest House
This upscale cottage was designed with comfort and fun in mind. Perfect for families or singles, the Guest House sleeps up to 6 with one king size bed and four twin size bunks. A full kitchen and large living room makes for a most relaxing stay. Two televisions and wireless internet access keep you in touch. The Guest House is small-pet friendly with a fenced-in side garden.
CITY: Grafton
The Dome at the Ballpark
Seventy-mile per hour riseballs, 240-foot frozen ropes, soft hands and lightning-quick reactions all wound into seven feverish innings of gritty, gutsy, fast-paced action. Welcome to hard-hittin', fast-pitchin', affordable family fun. Welcome to National Pro Fastpitch! Come out and chear on the teams!
CITY: Rosemont
The Bishop Hill Gallery
Located at ground level below The Gallery Inn, the Bishop Hill Gallery specializes in artwork and framing. As you enter the gallery, you will notice a great selection of Abraham Lincoln and Civil War photographs and documents, as well as other artwork. You can purchase your art and have it framed by skilled crafts people in the same location.
CITY: Bishop Hill
The Birdhouse
Enjoy a retreat along the Mississippi River in Grafton in this guest house near the public boat ramp and within walking distance of shopping and restaurants. This newly renovated, two-bedroom house has a beautiful view of the river from its 35-foot elevated height. A full kitchen and large wrap-around deck are among the amenities.
CITY: Grafton
The Barn at Allen Acres Wedding and Reception Venue
The Barn at Allen Acres Wedding and Reception Venue sits on 3 and 1/2 acres just on the edge of town in Rock Falls IL. The property is surrounded by a cornfield and offers a serene tranquil destination for your wedding and reception. The property is less than a 5 minute drive to restaurants and hotels. The Dairy Barn was built in the 1920's and restored in 2011. It boasts a beautiful 26 foot vaulted ceiling in the upstairs haymow with some of its original architecture still intact. During the process of the restoration, reclaimed barn wood and reclaimed hardware were used whenever possible, maintaining the rustic feel of the Barn. We've added a 5 foot wide set of stairs leading to the upstairs space and a small deck with stairs, off of the back of the Barn, giving the bride a dramatic entrance down the aisle and to the alter. The upstairs haymow has a capacity of 150 people for a wedding ceremony. The downstairs area, where the dairy cows were kept, in the early years of the barn, also has a capacity for 150 people.
CITY: Rock Falls
The 200 Acres
Located in the heart of Illinois' Amish country, The 200 Acres is a working farm that features beautiful gardens, including a spectacular collection of more than 5,000 mums, and offers its heirloom seeds for sale. The 200 Acres is especially known for its more than 300 varieties of rare pumpkins, squash and gourds from around the globe that are grown right on the farm and displayed in its Great Pumpkin Patch from mid-September through October 31 every year. The on-site Homestead Bakery sells made-from-scratch goodies such as pies and angel food cake during spring, summer and fall.
CITY: Arthur
Teutopolis Monastery Museum
See displays of early life in this German Catholic community, founded in 1838. The first Franciscans arrived in October 1858, and the three priests and six brothers quickly set about building a parish and friary.
CITY: Teutopolis
Terror on Washington Street
Clinton's Terror on Washington Street haunted house contains intense audio and lighting which includes strobe lights, extreme low visibility, damp or wet conditions, fog and a physically demanding environment. Proceeds benefit the Clinton Chamber of Commerce. Haunt dates are October 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, 30-31.
CITY: Clinton
Tara Point Inn and Cottages
Noted in Midwest Living magazine as "a riverside retreat for the romantic," Tara Point Inn is known for its incredible accommodations and breathtaking views of the Mississippi River. Atop the palisades bluffs above Grafton, visitors can choose either the main inn or a secluded cozy cabin escape to what some call the most pleasantly memorable getaway experiences in the Midwest.
CITY: Grafton
Tanner's Orchard
Central Illinois' most unique farm market. Wagon rides, playground, corn maze, farm animals, Apple Express train. Farm market filled with unique gifts, fresh produce and specialty foods such as jams, salsas, soups, etc. The large bakery provides an assortment of fresh baked goods and a great lunch on weekdays. Lunch served on weekends in September and October from The Old Market Eatery.
CITY: Speer
Sycamore Pumpkin Fest
2014 is the 53rd Annual Sycamore Pumpkin Festival. Back in 1956, Wally Thurow, who is known as Sycamore's "Mr. Pumpkin", began what was to become the Sycamore Pumpkin Festival when he displayed a few decorated pumpkins on his front lawn to turn Halloween into a time of fun and creativity. In 1962, through the efforts of Mr. Pumpkin and the Sycamore Lions Club, the Sycamore Pumpkin Festival became an official celebration in Sycamore. The Courthouse lawn is the center of activities, including thousands of decorated pumpkins on display, there are also art and craft shows, a house walk, a pie eating contest, a carnival, a fun fair, a race and other events. The festival is concluded by a giant parade on Sunday afternoon.
CITY: Sycamore
Susie's Garden Patch
Find u-pick asparagus, strawberries, tomatoes and pumpkins. Roadside produce includes sweet corn, muskmelons, peppers and pumpkins. Susie's hosts a Strawberry Festival every June.
CITY: Garden Prairie
Super 8 Motel - Jerseyville
Get the rest you need after a long day on the road at our Super 8 Jerseyville hotel. Located on Illinois State Route 109, less than one hour from St. Louis, MO, our hotel makes it easy to enjoy small-town charms with convenient access to big-city excitement. Enjoy queen size beds, recliners in most rooms, satellite TV, free local calls, jacuzzi bathtubs in selected rooms.
CITY: Jerseyville
Super 8 Motel - Alton
Super 8 Alton hotel lets you make the most of your time on the road. Located on Illinois Highway 3 close to Route 67 and Interstates 55 and 270, our Alton, Illinois, hotel is just 30 miles from downtown St. Louis and convenient to popular area attractions, including the Meeting of the Great Rivers Scenic Byway.
CITY: Alton
Sunnyfield Greenhouse & Garden Center
Professional growers offering 1200 varieties of annuals, perennials, grasses, vegetables & vines. Heirloom tomatoes a specialty. Visit the expanded display gardens to gather ideas and shop a variety of unique gifts and planters for your garden. Landscape design and installation available. Open April 1 through October 31.
CITY: Galva
Steve's Segway Tours
Explore Chicago's lakefront, museums and Millennium Park on a three-hour Segway tour led by guides all year round.
CITY: Chicago
Starved Rock State Park Visitors Center
The Starved Rock State Park Visitors Center has several interactive displays, free videos on the park, hiking maps, and more. Trailheads Concessions & Gifts, also located here, is a great place to buy gifts, souvenirs, and snacks (fresh fudge, too)! The Visitor Center and Trailheads are open year-round.
CITY: Utica
Starved Rock State Park
Seasonal waterfalls, awe-inspiring bluffs and rugged canyons dominate the storied landscape at Starved Rock. Rich with history and beauty, Starved Rock's hiking trails meander through towering trees and scenic overlooks along the Illinois River. Outdoor activities include hiking, canoeing, paddle boat cruises, cross-country skiing, trolley rides, fishing and picnicking. Visitors can stay at the historic Starved Rock Lodge or in one of its cozy cabins.
CITY: Utica
Starved Rock Lodge
Full-service Conference Center in Starved Rock State Park. Dining room, bar, veranda, outdoor dining, indoor pool (for Lodge guests). Retreats, meetings, banquets, reunions and all-inclusive dream weddings. Lodge has 69 rooms and 21 cabin rooms in a rustic, wooded setting.
CITY: Oglesby
Stang Arts Studio & Gallery
Stang Arts Studio & Gallery features art classes for both children and adults, along with holding various events throughout the year. The artist, Jamie Stang, also specializes in "paint parties." These parties are great for a group, as they feature great food, drinks, music and art. Jamie helps visitors discover their inner-artist while relaxing in a chic studio-style atmosphere. Check out her gallery while you're there too.
CITY: Effingham
Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive
Fulton County offers unusual beauty of the colors throughout the Spoon River Valley, which inspired founders to hold the first Fall Festival and to organize the Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive. The first weekend of the Scenic Drive brought large crowds and a second consecutive weekend was held in October 1968. The Scenic Drive's Fall Festival has since been held each year during the first two full weekends of October. Fulton County's Spoon River Valley country offers much to the visitor during the Fall Festival and during other seasons of the year. While there are many attractions a visitor may find interesting, a few highlights may include the lone dam on the Spoon River at Bernadotte, a public boat dock at London Mills, the historical Ellisville Opera House, and the breathtaking scenery along the entire route of the Spoon River. Foods have become a tradition during the Fall Festival such as apple butter made before your eyes at London Mills, baked potatoes and hot cider at Farmington, chicken and noodles at Smithfield's Red Brick School, funnel cakes in Lewistown, baked goods in Duncan Mills and the famed ham in Ellisville. Visitors to the area are welcome to join us on the highways and byways of Fulton County which sport the colors of the four seasons and are open to visitors year around with routes running through London Mills, Farmington, Fairview, Ellisville, Smithfield, Cuba, Canton, Avon, Lewistown, Bernadotte, Duncan Mills, Waterford Township, Ipava and Astoria. These routes cover more than 100 miles in Fulton County.
CITY: Canton
Soldier Field
Today's Soldier Field comprises two distinct structures. There is classical stone-clad shell designed in the 1920s. Its contemporary interior is a 2003 retrofit designed specifically for the NFL's Chicago Bears. The original stadium seated 120,000. The new Soldier Field seats 61,5000 in a boldly asymmetrical steel and concrete bowl set within the confines of the original colonnades.
CITY: Chicago
Skydive Greater
A tandem Skydive with Skydive Greater is a fun safe way for you to experience the thrill of skydiving while securely attached to an experience instructor with 1,000 jumps and many years of experience.
CITY: Kankakee
Skateland of Jacksonville
Skateland of Jacksonville is the sister rink of Skateland South in Springfield, IL. Whether you are looking for a good way to celebrate a special birthday or if you are just looking to have some fun with the family, come on out to Skateland! Please contact us with any questions you may have, (217) 243-4121.
CITY: Jacksonville
SK 8 Park
Located in Read Park, this skate park offers 11,000 square feet of skateboard heaven with obstacles, ramps, rails, ledges, spines and bowls. Built specifically for skateboards and in-line roller skates (sorry, no bikes allowed), the "street course" design mimics skateable features and obstacles found throughout the community. Helmets are required and pads are recommended.
CITY: Freeport
Six Flags Great America Fright Fest
It's Thrills by Day, Chills by Night at Fright Fest Presented by Snickers®. Six Flags Great America will be totally transformed into a Halloween playground, Fridays - Sundays. Have a ghoulish good time with hair-raising shows, electrifying street entertainment and thrilling haunted houses. Plus, experience all the rides in the dark. There will also be a special trick-or-treat trail just for kids.
CITY: Gurnee
Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor
Six Flags Great America is fun for the whole family with 14 heart-pounding roller coasters, a free water park with over 30 heart pounding water slides, spectacular shows and parades, family rides and big pint-sized fun for the kids with children's areas and over 35 rides for the little ones. New for 2014 is Goliath, a triple record breaking roller coaster. It is the world's fastest wooden coaster with the tallest and steepest drop, plunging riders down 180 feet and rocketing through twists and turns at 72 miles per hour. Also enjoy Hurricane Harbor and Riptide Bay, the water park that boasts more slides and attractions. Catch a wave at the only place to surf on Lake Michigan.
CITY: Gurnee
SIU Saluki Football
Cheer on the SIU Saluki Football team at the state-of-the-art Saluki Stadium. Tailgate before the game with thousands of fans and see why everyone is proud to be a Saluki!
CITY: Carbondale
Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area
A pool of clear bubbling water which sparkles like silver on sunny days provides the basis for the name of Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area. Even on extremely cold days, this pool does not freeze, and visitors marvel at the bordering beds of watercress. Majestic oaks and prairie grasslands provide a panorama of natural beauty to park visitors. The Fox River runs through this picturesque area which is also home to several small manmade lakes. A natural prairie restoration project gives visitors a feeling of the original landscape with native wildflowers, songbirds, waterfowl and upland game. Picnicking, fishing and hiking are popular pastimes in summer, with ice fishing, sledding, ice skating and cross-country ski trails available for the winter sports lover. For relaxing, exercising or just enjoying nature, Silver Springs is the perfect get away location.
CITY: Yorkville
Silver Creek and Stephenson Railroad Antique Steam Train
All aboard, as a 36-ton, 1912 Heisler steam locomotive pulls three cabooses, including an antique red caboose reported to be the oldest in the state, for a four-mile ride through farmlands. Purchase your ticket at the Silver Creek Depot, a turn-of-the-century replica filled with railroad artifacts, and browse the Freight House Gift Shop and visit the Silvercreek Museum across the street. Open: May thru October on selected holiday and weekends; 1 am - 4 pm. Train departs on the hour.
CITY: Freeport
Silver Creek & Stephenson Railroad and Silvercreek Museum Fall Harvest Demonstrations
All aboard as a 36-ton 1912 Heisler steam locomotive pulls three cabooses for a four-mile ride through farmlands. Purchase your ticket at the Silver Creek Depot, a turn-of-the-century replica filled with railroad artifacts, and browse the Freight House Gift Shop and Silvercreek Museum. Weather permitting, there will be fall harvest demonstrations with horses and tractors. The museum will feature sauerkraut, brats, hot dogs, chili and dessert. Train: Adults: $7; Children under 12: $3; Cab Rides: $15; Museum: Adults: $3; Children under 12: Free.
CITY: Freeport
Shoal Creek Nature Preserve
This 260-acre site offers nature trails for visitors to explore wetlands, prairie openings, and sandstone bluffs and ledges. The preserve is home to more than 700 plants and 70 bird species, including bald eagles during the winter months.
CITY: Litchfield
Shawnee National Forest
The Shawnee National Forest is famed for its awesome Garden of the Gods, and is home to the Rim Rock Recreational Trail (the forest has a system of 403 miles of equestrian/hiking trails). Hikers are greeted by magnificent jutting walls of rock covered with emerald-green moss, and paths that meander through canyons under the forest canopy. Nestled between the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers, the stunning Shawnee National Forest landscape features rolling hills, lakes, creeks and rugged bluffs. If you're into climbing than a must-see is Jackson Falls, located near the town of Ozark in the Hidden Springs Ranger District in Shawnee National Forest. The climb takes place on 60 feet of sandstone cliffs and boulders that include numerous freestanding towers.
CITY: Harrisburg
Shawnee Hills Wine Trail
The Shawnee Hills Wine Trail features 12 award-winning wineries located along a 25-mile scenic drive along highway 127 and highway 51 in the Shawnee National Forest. Along the way have a picnic, go on a hike, visit a shop, and stay in a cozy B&B or cabin. Many of the wineries host special events throughout the summer and fall.
CITY: Carbondale
Sculpture on the Avenue
Come explore the sculptures that have transformed the City of Effingham's avenues into an art gallery. Over 30 sculptures created by some of the Midwest's best known and unknown sculptors bring life to the streets of Effingham as part of the annual "Sculptures on the Avenues" outdoor exhibition. Sculptures on the Avenues is a self-guided walking tour that begins at City Hall, located at 201 E. Jefferson Ave. From there, the exhibition winds in and out of Downtown Effingham. An informative guide, which facilitates a walking tour, is available at the Effingham Visitors Center or City Hall.
CITY: Effingham
Get ready to SCREAM your head off as R.I.P. Productions brings you the ultimate haunted experience! The Screamatorium is not only one of the scariest haunted houses but was ranked the #1 Haunted Attraction in the Northern Illinois area! This intense cutting-edge haunted house has been striking fear into the hearts of terrified visitors since 2008 and this year has once again risen the bar offering new scares, new scenes and unique special effects with over 10,000 square feet of pure TERROR! Open Friday to Sundays, and a few other dates in October.
CITY: Poplar Grove
Scarecrow Harvest Festival - Midway Village Museum
Enjoy the ambiance of Midway Village and the fall colors as you make and take a Scarecrow. The museum will provide the straw for free. Purchase a cloth head, hat, shirt, pants and other traditional scarecrow accessories on site or bring your old clothes from home to make as many scarecrows as you can carry. When you are here, take the time to explore the charming Victorian-era village and gardens at one of the most scenic times of the year when the leaves are in full color and the traditional harvest activities are in full swing.
CITY: Rockford
Saukie Golf Course
This golf course is a stunning example of a golf course designed from the early part of the 20th century. Saukie was built in 1927 (opened in 1928) and designed by Thomas Bendelow. This public course is considered to be an "executive length" course and is a classic example of a short course that will challenge every golfer. Tee times available 6 a.m to 6 p.m.
CITY: Rock Island
Sandburr Run Golf Resort
42 single rooms and eight double rooms with kitchenettes. We also offer a 9 hole golf course and The Sand Trap Bar & Grill.
CITY: Thomson
Saluki Stadium
We would be lying if we didn't say that Saluki Stadium is one of the best college stadiums in the Midwest. Constructed in 2010, this facility is home to the NCAA Division One SIU Football Team and can seat up to 15,000 fans. Enjoy the afternoon with sports, tailgating and more at the Saluki Stadium.
CITY: Carbondale
Rustle Hill Winery
On the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, this winery features an amphitheater bandstand for live music, great wines and beers, restaurant and cabins for rent.
CITY: Cobden
Ruebel Hotel & Restaurant
Located near the convergence of the Mississippi and Illinois rivers, Grafton, Illinois is a little town steeped in history. In the heart of that history is the Ruebel Hotel. The Ruebel was built in 1884, caught fire in 1912 and was rebuilt and completely renovated in 1997. In 2008, it was upgraded to modern standards - all rooms have new beds and are equipped with hair dryers, refrigerators and 26" flat screen TVs with satellite. To ensure your stay is a pleasant one, we've supplied free wireless internet to the lobby, saloon and all rooms. The Ruebel Hotel has a magnificently restored bar from the 1904 Worlds Fair in St. Louis. The Ruebel Saloon offers excellent food and a great variety of beer and wines.
CITY: Grafton
Rowling Ridge Guest House
Cross the creek to experience our rustic cabin in the woods. Nestled among the tree-covered bluffs is where you'll find our little piece of nature. A getaway without phones, television, cable or internet… truly a place to get away from it all. Located just 1.2 miles north of Grafton on the Illinois Route 100, the guest house features two bedrooms and comfortably accommodates four people. Kitchen includes appliances and cooking supplies. Outdoors you'll find a beautiful creek, running spring, fire pit and BBQ grill.
CITY: Grafton
Round Barn Farm and Museum
This 94-acre farm features picnic and recreational areas, antique farm equipment, a petting zoo, pony rides and barrel train rides. In fall find a pumpkin patch, haunted barn and pig races.
CITY: Manhattan
Rock Hollow Conservation Club
Discover this awesome sportsmen's club conveniently located on the Pecatonica River. The club's activities include open trap and riffle ranges, hunting, shooting classes, gun auctions, pheasant shoots, sight-in-gun days, indoor range, camping and fishing. This conservation club specializes in dog breeding, training, and bull rentals. The club also offers quality home-raised beef, pork and pheasants through the Walsh Girls Cattle Company. A clubhouse with banquet facilities is also available to the public. Gun shop available and open to the public.
CITY: Freeport
RiverView Suites
Located in a historic downtown Alton building, these suites are private, secure and first class in a quiet, relaxing atmosphere. Fully furnished one and two bedroom units. Kitchen, VCR, digital cable, washer and dryer, free local calls. Located within walking distance to local restaurants, clubs and shopping.
CITY: Alton
Riverfront Guest House
Escape to this newly built home in Grafton, Illinois. The Riverfront Guest House is 14 feet off the ground & overlooks the Mississippi River. Relax and enjoy the river traffic on the open deck or the attached 3 season room! This home offers two guestrooms, a fully equiped kitchen, 42" flat screen TV, BBQ Grill, outdoor furniture on the deck and covered parking.
CITY: Grafton
River View Guest House
The River View Guest House has it all! Enjoy the comforts of home with amenities that include a kitchenette, family room and a game area with a dart board & a Foosball table. The sofa sleeper and two guest rooms sleeps six people comfortably. This guest house offers a patio and fire pit for outdoor relaxation.
CITY: Grafton
River Port Guest House
We invite you to stay and experience one of Grafton's newest guesthouses, River Port. You can lounge on the deck furniture on the wrap around porch and enjoy a view of the river, or relax inside the house, enjoying the nautical decor, with a stress free get-away. River Port is just a walk away from the shopping, wineries, restaurants and all that Grafton has to offer!
CITY: Grafton
Richland Creek Trailhead
The Richland Creek Trailhead serves as the main trailhead for the northern end of the Jane Addmas Recreation Trail. It features parking, a large shelter house with electricity, lights and picnic tables, a restroom, water and a primitive campground area.
CITY: Orangeville
Richardson Adventure Farm & Corn Maze
Richardson Adventure Farm offers 5 mazes with 33 acres of maze fields. For example, there is the Finger Fortune Trail for a quick maze that only takes 10 minutes. On another adventure, the Quiz Maze, answer fun quiz questions to guide you through and if you have the wrong answers, you'll go the wrong way! Family fun at every turn in the World's Largest Corn Maze, pumpkin patch, & Christmas trees. Fans of the board game, Clue, will instantly recognize the similarity to our maze game, FSI Farm Scene Investigation. Also enjoy the 50' tall observation tower, a Zip Line that is 30' high and 700' long, the ZORB Ride, beautiful wooded picnic area, free campfires, 3 wooden bridges in the corn maze, pedal carts and trikes, feed the goats, corn cabin, concessions for sale and free wagon ride to the five acre maze (weekends).
CITY: Spring Grove
Richardson Adventure Farm & Corn Maze
Richardson Adventure Farm offers 5 mazes with 33 acres of maze fields. There's the Finger Fortune Trail for a quick maze that only takes 10 minutes. The Quiz Maze, answer fun questions to guide you through (if you have the wrong answers, you'll go the wrong way!) Family fun is at every turn in the World's Largest Corn Maze, pumpkin patch, & Christmas trees. Fans of the board game, Clue, will instantly recognize the similarity to our maze game, FSI Farm Scene Investigation. Also enjoy the 50' tall observation tower, a Zip Line that is 30' high and 700' long, the ZORB Ride, a beautiful wooded picnic area, free campfires, 3 wooden bridges in the corn maze, pedal carts and trikes, goats feedings, corn cabin, concessions for sale and free wagon rides to the five acre maze (weekends).
CITY: Spring Grove
Rendleman Orchards Farm Market
Tree ripened peaches & nectarines from July - August, and apples from September - December. This farm market is open 7 days a week with seasonal produce, preserves, pickles and other specialty food items and gifts.
CITY: Alto Pass
Read Park
Read Park offers many recreational opportunities and is highlighted by the Read Park Family Aquatic Center, which includes a zero depth pool, water slides and play area, and by a state of the art 11,000 square foot skate park, SK8 Park. This scenic park also features baseball and softball diamonds, tennis courts, sand volleyball courts, an outdoor lighted hockey and ice staking rink, concession stand, picnic areas, shelters, and playgrounds. The Morgan Memorial, a charming statue of two children surrounded by fountains, is a serene spot to enjoy. Park attractions are open seasonally; please call ahead to confirm availability of specific attractions and costs.
CITY: Freeport
Raue Center for the Arts
Theatergoers love that every seat is a great seat at The Raue Center for the Arts in downtown Crystal Lake. Since its restoration a decade ago, Raue Center has attracted the finest stars, Broadway shows, musicians and artists. Raue Center has become a destination in the heart of a bustling downtown area chock-full of pre- or post-show dining and shopping options.
CITY: Crystal Lake
Ram Restaurant and Brewhouse
CITY: Rosemont
Ram Restaurant & Brewery
We offer a cozy setting for dining, an impressive bar, as well as our own selection of delicious micro-brews made on-site. Our restaurant features a huge variety of menu choices. Banquet rooms available.
CITY: Schaumburg
Quarry Ridge Hunt Club
The premiere, upland-hunting experience in Northern Illinois. Quarry Ridge offers hunting (member or non-member) for rooster pheasant, dove, turkey, deer and moor. Dogs and guides can be provided if needed.
CITY: Lena
Quality Inn - Woodstock
Fifty-room hotel. Minutes from downtown Woodstock.
CITY: Woodstock


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Product DescriptionThe new BH 29" MTB line is designed for outstanding performance on all types of terrain. The evolution of the 29er continues at BH. The BH 29er MTB line has models ideally suited for all levels of rider and all types of terrain. The advantages, smoother ride, more control and increased speed, are clear and will benefit the recreational cyclist as well as the seasoned pro. Whether on the race course or the bike path our 29er bikes will give you increased comfort and control. Since its introduction, the 29" mountain bike has been evolving, the evolution continues with BH's new 29er line. Drawing from years of experience, with input from its US design team, BH has developed 3 new models: the Ultimate 29, Zenith 29 and Peak 29. Each model shares innovations developed on other BH bikes, such as the Olympic and World Championship winning Ultimate 26 and groundbreaking Ultralight. Each frame is designed to function in complete harmony with the rider, inspiring confidence in all types of terrain. Meticulous care is taken to precisely optimize the wall thickness in critical areas of the frame, whether it be carbon or alloy, for the perfect balance of trail compliance and all-out performance. Designed to tackle any trail condition and all riding styles, the geometry of our 29er line puts the rider in complete control. Short chainstays, a low bottom bracket and a more relaxed head angle make our 29ers agile enough for the most technical singletrack, yet stable enough for the fastest descents. Ample tire clearance, even with our short chainstays, allow room for a wide selection of tires.
- 100% carbon monocoque frame
- Press Fit 92 bottom bracket
- Integrated tapered carbon head tube
- 142x12 rear axle
- Direct Mount front derailleur mount
- EVO Brake Mount system
- Internal cable routing
- Ride Tuned Compliance
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