GLPUC Illinois Forum http://www.glpuc.org/index.php Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:42:55 -0600 10 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=16572
Due to construction, the campground is first come first serve this year. Smurfette has checked with the local ranger and although there is construction, the event will still be held. Smurfette and mncdowns plan on being at the campground on Thursday to ensure they get the sites they desire.]]> Wed, 25 Aug 2010 06:45:04 -0600 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=16572 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=15851 Comments

June 8, 2010
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources will no longer take reservations for campsites, cabins or picnic shelters through mail or on the phone.

Instead, the department says that starting July 7 reservations for 2010 can be made online for most campsites and other facilities, including 67 Illinois state parks and other state sites. Online reservations for shelters can be made online for 51 sites.

Department director Marc Miller says the new online reservation system is more convenient and visitors will "be certain there is a campsite waiting for them."

Reservations require a $5 nonrefundable fee.

http://www.reserveamerica.com

http://www.dnr.state.il.us/lands/landmgt/PARKS/


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Park Information:
http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/landmgt/parks/r1/rockcut.htm

Rock Cut is known for hiking, canoeing and fishing. Boat rentals are available.]]> Sun, 09 May 2010 08:06:43 -0600 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=15581 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=15476 I have 3 kids so planning out is not always possible.
where would you go last minute?]]> Wed, 28 Apr 2010 09:49:39 -0600 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=15476 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=15391
Mike]]> Fri, 16 Apr 2010 19:02:22 -0600 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=15391 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=15305 I would recomend this campground, volleyball , swimming pool (though not open yet) playground.all and all a great place for the price.Much more to comment on but this post is long enough, hope to see everyone soon
Jay]]> Thu, 08 Apr 2010 11:07:48 -0600 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=15305 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=15199 Liz, the kids and I are going to try out the South Kankakee Koa this weekend...got a coupon at the RV show buy 1 night get one...............dying to get out , anyone else going this weekend? The Easter bunny knows the location so no prob if you are coming with the kids !!!!! Mon, 29 Mar 2010 11:39:25 -0600 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=15199 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14972 Sat, 06 Mar 2010 08:09:30 -0700 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14972 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14629 I am attending a competition in June in Joliet. I am looking for some suggestions for campsites in the area. I will be stayin the weekend and looking for sites with power. Any suggestions would be great! Thanks in advance for your help. Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:37:50 -0700 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14629 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14548
DATE: July 23rd-25th, 2010

DIRECTIONS: Directions to Ferne Clyffe State Park
Ferne Clyffe State Park can be reached from I-57 and I-24. The park is well signed from both interstate highways. If traveling south on I-57, take the Goreville exit, #40, approximately 12 miles south of Marion, IL At exit #40 turn left (east), go 5 miles to IL Rt. 37. Turn right (south) on Rt. 37, you will see the park entrance 1 mile south of Goreville. Traveling north on I-57, take exit #40, Goreville, turn right (east), go 5 miles to IL. Rt. 37, turn right (south) on IL Rt. 37 and you will see the park entrance 1 mile south of Goreville. If traveling on I-24, take exit #7 (Goreville), turn west and go 2 miles to IL Rt. 37, turn left (south) and go ½ mile to park entrance.

CAMPGROUND INFORMATION:

OPERATED BY: Illinois Department Of Natural Resources

CONTACT:
Rt.37, P.O. Box 10
Goreville, IL 62939
618.995.2411
WEBSITE: Ferne Clyffe State Park]]> Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:30:44 -0700 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14548 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14516
The question for those of you who've attended in the past is this: What's the least crowded time of day to attend on a weekend?

Our dd has special sensory needs, and we want to make our experience at the show as easy on her as we can. We can't leave her with a sitter, so we're bringing her with our son as well. I'm guessing the best time might be somewhere in the 2pm-6pm range of time on Saturday? Or maybe the same time on Sunday?

Please let me know what you feel is probably the least noisy and crowded (I understand it will be somewhat crowded and noisy at all times, just looking for the least of both).

Me
dh
dd '96
dd '02]]> Mon, 18 Jan 2010 20:02:43 -0700 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14516 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14504
Event and campground information is included below.

Event Information:
http://www.balloon-fest.com/

Campground Information:
http://www.mvs.usace.army.mil/Carlyle/

Reservation Information:
http://www.reserveusa.com/jsp/commonpage.j...a/newindex.html]]> Mon, 18 Jan 2010 05:13:13 -0700 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14504 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14503
Starved Rock is a great park for hiking, history, and child's play. There is a nice playground within the campground and hiking trails for all levels of ability. Nearby Matthiessen State Park http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS/R1/mttindex.htm offers hikers a unique look at mother nature's ability to slice a gorge out of the landscape.

Campground Information: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS...starve/park.htm

Reservation Information: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS...tr_camprsvp.pdf

Campground Map: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS...e/srcampmap.pdf
We will be aiming for sites 115-133 and 59-67 as these are the closest to the bathrooms and playground area.

Come join this annual excursion to close out the season at Starved Rock State Park. Don't forget your costume!


Attendee List:
mcndowns - Site 124
Catworker - Site 63
EHildy - Site 121
Walt Mc G - Site 123
Gebs - Site 132
popupbound - Site 118
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Campground Information: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS/R2/KANKAKEE.HTM

Reservation Information: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS...amp_resform.pdf

Campground Map: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS...awatomi_map.pdf

Walt McG knows this park very well, I will look to him for advice as to which loop would be best for the group.

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Lake Le Aqua Na State Park is located just outside the little town of Lena, IL between Freeport and Galena. Just East of the Stagecoach Trail, the drive from Lena to Galena is simply breathtaking, but don't get too distracted by the views, it's a winding, twisting, turning journey back to the time of the great explorers.

Pedestrian and Equestrian trails wander throughout the property of this park. Additionally, there is a small beach and swimming area in the lake. Fish are plentiful in the lake, so don't forget your fishing poles.

Campground Information: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS/R1/LEAQUANA.HTM

Reservation Information: Reservations are ONLY taken for the Youth Camp and the Shelters.

RV, tent, equestrian and youth groups are all accommodated in the various campgrounds. While there are just a few secluded sites, the majority are open and spacious with adequate shade available on most.


Campground Map: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS...lan_campmap.pdf

We should be targeting sites near the shower building, preferably in the 12-34 range.
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Campground Information: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS/R1/MORRISON.HTM

Reservation Information: FIRST COME FIRST SERVED

Site Map: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS...maps/morris.gif

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Campground Information: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS/R2/ILBEACH.HTM

Reservation Information: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/Progr...ng/camprsvp.htm

Campground Map: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS...lbcampgrmap.jpg

I will defer to racedirt1 as to which sites we should aim for as he is the most knowledgeable one from the group when it comes to this campground.

Bring your dad, this is Father's Day weekend.]]> Sun, 17 Jan 2010 21:37:41 -0700 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14498 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14497
Campground Information: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS/R1/SHABBONA.HTM

Reservation Form: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS...HB/Shabcamp.pdf

Campground Map: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS...ground_map1.jpg

We will be aiming for sites 111-139 as they are the closest to the kid's fishing pond, playground and camp store.


ATTENDEES:
smurfette108
mncdowns
popupbound]]> Sun, 17 Jan 2010 21:32:00 -0700 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14497 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14496
Starved Rock is a great park for hiking, history, and child's play. There is a nice playground within the campground and hiking trails for all levels of ability. Nearby Matthiessen State Park http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS/R1/mttindex.htm offers hikers a unique look at mother nature's ability to slice a gorge out of the landscape.

Campground Information: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS...starve/park.htm

Reservations are not accepted for this outing as Starved Rock is First Come First Served until May 1st.

Campground Map: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/PARKS...e/srcampmap.pdf
We will be aiming for sites 115-133 and 59-67 as these are the closest to the bathrooms and playground area.

Come join this annual excursion to Starved Rock State Park and meet those that you've interacted with online all this time.


ATTENDEES:
Shankomp
mncdowns
2KIRKS
popupbound
Walt McG
Dustykins
racedirt1??



SATURDAY MORNING BREAKFAST:
mncdowns - cinnamon rolls



SATURDAY NIGHT POTLUCK CONTRIBUTIONS:
Dustykins/Korey99 - Beef Sandwiches
mncdowns - lumberjack beans
popupbound - pasta salad
Shankomp - broccoli & rice casserole, pink Hawaiian desert kinda thing ;-)
Chris & Basia - BBQ meatballs
2KIRKS - chips or something generic]]> Sun, 17 Jan 2010 21:25:44 -0700 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14496 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14420 Rally reservations are Open for Maumee State Park in Ohio. Check out the Rally Forum for details. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 04:16:42 -0700 http://www.glpuc.org/index.php?showtopic=14420