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Category: Central Illinois

  • Unique Animal Adventure in Knox County, Illinois

    Unique Animal Adventure in Knox County, Illinois

    Prairie Moon Farm in Knoxville Illinois is home to some unique animals and fun farmyard games. Their main open season is fall (for the pumpkin patch) and winter(for the reindeer encounter) but they do have spring and summer events. For a more immersive experience you can stay on the farm in their Air Bnb Cottage!…

  • Family Friendly One stop: Play, Eat & Shop on Seminary St. in Galesburg, Illinois

    Family Friendly One stop: Play, Eat & Shop on Seminary St. in Galesburg, Illinois

    Great for Families When traveling with kids, I always look for one stop shops. The constant getting kids in and out of the car in or getting out of car seats can be such a time suck, and really kill the fun day mood. I was so glad to see when we got to Galesburg…

  • Beautiful Nauvoo Illinois; Admiring the Mississippi and Learning History

    Beautiful Nauvoo Illinois; Admiring the Mississippi and Learning History

    Where is Nauvoo Nauvoo, Illinois is located mid state, on the western edge of Illinois. It sits right next to the Mississippi River with the scenic Great River Road running through it. This little river town is 3 hours north of St. Louis Missouri, 2.5 hrs northwest of Springfield, Illinois, and 1 hour north of…

  • Bluebell Trails in Central Illinois

    Bluebell Trails in Central Illinois

    Want to know where to find bluebells in central Illinois? You are at the right spot! Virginia bluebells are native wildflower found throughout Illinois. They thrive in moist woodlands and river flood planes. Bluebells bloom together, before the Woodland canopy has a chance to steal the sun. Depending on the weather, this can happen anywhere…

  • Senic Bike Trails and Thrilling Pump Tracks in Shelbyville Illinois

    Senic Bike Trails and Thrilling Pump Tracks in Shelbyville Illinois

    Bike riding is one of our favorite family activities. During the spring and fall, when we can’t get too far from home, but want to do some riding, the bike trails in Shelbyville, Illinois are our favorite spot. Living out in the country, it is not safe for kids to ride bikes on the road.…

  • Exploring Ferne Clyffe State Park with Kids

    Exploring Ferne Clyffe State Park with Kids

    Our favorite Illinois hidden gem When we began our state park challenge in 2022, Ferne Clyffe State Park was an easy one to check off first. It is one of our most frequented. We have visited the state park in all seasons, and never disappoints. There are waterfalls, rock, formations, a lake and beautiful views…