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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.
READ ON!Are you looking for a specific type of place to visit in the I&M Canal Heritage Corridor? If you're a craft beer fan, you will love the Heritage Corridor Ale Trail? Seeing a thrilling journey or just an escape, check out Adventure Outside Chicago. We've got all the info to unlock your next trip right here.
READ ON!3A Tournament Fri., Jun. 9 Game 1 at 10:00 am: Winner Schaumburg (Wintrust Field) Super-Sectional vs. Winner Decatur (Millikin U.) Super-Sectional Game 2 at 12:00 pm: Winner Crestwood (Ozinga Field) Super-Sectional vs. Winner Geneseo Super-Sectional Sat., Jun. 10 Game 3 at 9:00 am: Loser Game 1 vs. Loser Game 2 Game 4 at TBA: Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2
4A Tournament Fri., Jun. 9 Game 1 at 3:00 pm: Winner Bloomington (Illinois Wesleyan U.) Super-Sectional vs. Winner Kane County Cougars (Northwestern Medicine Field) Super-Section Game 2 at 5:00 pm: Winner Crestwood (Ozinga Field) Super-Sectional vs. Winner Schaumburg (Wintrust Field) Super-Sectional Sat., Jun. 10 Game 3 at 3:00 pm: Loser Game 1 vs. Loser Game 2 Game 4 at TBA: Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2
If you're traveling to Joliet for the tournament, take the time to check out all the events and activities this city has to offer. Learn the history of this bustling city from the museums, try your luck at one of the casinos, take a walk through the Forest Preserve and nature center, or get out with the family to explore all the activities in the downtown area. Whether you want to experience fun activities during the day or lively entertainment at night, Joliet is the perfect place to experience adventure and fun. For trip ideas, check out VisitJoliet.com
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