A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today. The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru, and amazingly unique towns sprung up that maintain their authentic charm to this date.
READ ON!Freedom. The Open Road. The American Dream. All are still alive on The Mother Road. The nostalgia of diners, museums, tourist stops and neon lights are there for you to visit as you make the drive from Chicago to Santa Monica, CA. You can still get your Kicks on Route 66!
READ ON!A visit to Starved Rock State Park consists of many sights to behold, including breathtaking views of its many canyons and awe-inspiring scenes of eagles flying during the winter month.
READ ON!The Heritage Corridor is filled with events that are waiting just for you. Live music, fun festivals, learning programs, and active adventures await.
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Jump into the holiday weekend with Skydive Chicago for their Annual 4th of July Boogie event next Thursday, July 1-4, 2021. Bring your family and friends out for a thrilling experience you can’t find elsewhere.
There will be many organizers in multiple disciplines for the entire weekend, so that they can have as many people jumping. Registration is free and not required.
On Saturday, July 3rd there will be a firework show and UFO Jumps, so grab your blanket, head over to their lawn at dusk and enjoy the show! After, join them at the Tiki Bar so that you can enjoy the rest of the night. Also, there will be a 6-way Speed Star competition with belly and vertical options.
Registration is $45, $15 of it goes to covering camera slots and the rest into the prize pool. Competitors must also cover their slots for all 3 rounds of the competition and any re-jumps if necessary. You must register by 8am on Saturday, July 3rd. Those who are not skydiving that day, there will be a $5 donation per car.
It’s time to experience the rush, and try something new! For more information, visit www.hcdestinations.com/Event-Details?eventer=16180