Southeastern Illinois Recreation

Appleknockers Festival

Flora

Last Saturday in September

Bean Days

Wayne City

Fourth Saturday in September

Bryant's Miniatures

866 County Road 300 East, Norris City

Family fun, pet the animals miniature horses, ponies, llama, camel, goats, and other barnyard animals. Santa, treats, and carriage rides if weather permitting. free.

Miniature horses, with names such as Joseph, Sweet, Cisco, Gunner, Sidekick and Hi-Ho, and their miniature wagons and buggies. There is also a Camel named Charlie, a Llama named Kramer, classic Shetland ponies, and several cats and dogs. Bryant's Miniatures are a part of many special occasions throughout the year. Each Saturday before Christmas the Bryant's hold a celebration featuring carriage rides, bonfires and lots of hot chocolate. Tours of the unique farm are also offered for youth groups.

Centennial Family Farmstead

3759 N 900 BLVD, Mount Carmel

Open: Open Aril through November

TOURS: in 2008, tours of the restored 10 ACRE Centennial Family Farmstead are available to groups by reservation. phone 1-877-LIV-FARM. (Fee $5 per adult; $3 for children). Includes 9 farm buildings with appropriate artifacts (barn, smoke house, shop, machine shed, corn crib, hen house, scales shed, out house, feed house) in addition to the restored Log Room portion of the main house, the Attic Treasures Gift Shop located in the restored hayloft of the barn, and gardens, nature preserve, and meadows.

MAZE; 2008 Sorghum sudan grass maze -"THE AMAZING BUTTERFLY" Grand opening to public on Labor Day Weekend. Open September and October by reservations only. (Cost $5 adults; $3 ages 6 - 16; ages 5 and under free)

HISTORY OF THE MAZE. Eighth year features farm related design in 5 acre field of sorghum sudan grass. Wide paths have signs posted for directions (trivia questions to determine correct pathway) and clues for scavenger hunt within the maze.. Educational and fun activities can include; picnics, wiener roasts, nature walks, adding to growing ball of twine; games; tours of grounds, nature crafts, learning experiences; etc. Previous maze designs include: tractor, windmill, scarecrow, pumpkin patch, sunflower, turkey, and spider web.

HISTORY OF THE FARMSTEAD: 80 acre farm purchased in 1902 by William and Hannah (Lipper) Schmidt, parents of Clarence and Minne Schmidt, and grandparents of current owner, Edna Anderson Sickbert, who was born and reared on the farmstead. The Schmidts settled in this German community north of Cowling, IL in southwest Wabash County. The original Log room house of cir 1865 was incorporated into the 10 room current homestead by the Schmidts. Following the death of their son and wife, Clarence and Minnie Schmidt, the log room portion was restored by Edna to the original interior log walls and now serves as a dining room and meeting area for groups.

In 1992, Edna returned back to her childhood home, renovated the homestead, and opened the Living Legacy Farmstead Bed and Breakfast facility. During 1999-2000 the entire group of farmstead buildings (barn, shop, smoke house, scales shed, chicken house, feed house, out house, machine shed and corn crib) was restored as an historical farmstead open to the public.

Modern restrooms, handicap accessibility, restoration of the barn hayloft to accommodate large group activities, the opening of the "Attic Treasures Gift Shop" in the hayloft, and building of the bunkhouse guest rooms were created.

In 1992, the farmstead was designed as an Illinois Centennial Family Farm by the state. Also in 1992, the restoration of the barn was honored as one of the winners in the national "Barn Again" contest.

This farmstead of yesteryear is a tribute to the rich farm community surrounding this hilltop location-providing a 360 degree panoramic view of the country side. Its legacy continues into the future for oncoming generations to appreciate and experience the farm life of bygone days!

Chestnut Festival

Saint Francisville

First weekend of October

Clay County Ag Fair

Flora

July 12-July 19, 2008

Edwards County Fair

Albion

July 22-28, 2008

Embarras River Bridge

N. Van Buren St., Newton

The Embarras River Bridge is located at the north end of Van Buren Street in Newton. The 1890 structure is one of the few remaining Pratt through truss bridges in the state and was added to The National Register of Historic Places in the spring of 1998 - Jasper County's first.

Hutson Memorial Village

Outer South Rose Street, Hutsonville

Cabins in the village portray life in the 1800s, including a church and country store.

Jasper County Fair

Newton

June 29th - July 5th, 2008

Jasper County Fall Festival

Downtown, Newton

Sept. 19-20, 2008

• Saturday Morning Parade
• Live Statge Entertainment
• Arts & Crafts
• Kiddie Carnival
• Great Food

Lawrence County Fair

Sumner

July 26 to Aug. 2, 2008

Lincoln Heritage Trail State Monument

Illinois Rte. 33 in Westport, Lawrenceville

The Lincoln Heritage Trail begins in the heart of the Wabash Valley in Westport Illinois, just across from Vincennes Indiana, where a monument commemorates the Lincoln family's move from Indiana to Illinois in 1830.

Little Toot Railroad

Old U.S. Rte. 50, Flora

Open: Sat. 10 am to 6 pm; Sun. Noon to 4 pm

Ride the rails and experience train travel as it was decades ago on this 15-in.-gauge crown locomotive running through Charley Brown Park. The depot is available for party rental.

Moravian Church and Cemetery

157 E. Church St., West Salem

Members of the church migrated from Salem, North Carolina, to establish a new agricultural community founded on their religion. The cemetery follows the Moravian custom of separating burial sections for married men, married women, unmarried men and unmarried women.

Old Settlers Days

Fairgrounds on US 50, Sumner

Last weekend in April (April 26th & 27th 2008)

Olney's White Squirrels

Olney

For more than 100 years, Olney area has been home to the largest known population of white squirrels. The best viewing spots are Olney City Park, Millers Grove and several residential neighborhoods with mature trees and feeding stations. Look for them in the early morning hours when they are most active.

Pork Day USA

Albion

Ruitain Club Pork Day USA will be held on July 5, 2008 on the Courtyard Square in downtown Albion. For more information call 618-445-2303

Richland County Fair

Olney

July 4-12, 2008

Shreve's Pumpkin Patch

RR#4, Box 309, Barnhill

Located 6 miles South of Fairfield and just North of the Mill Shoals exit 110 on I-64. Turn East off of Highway 45 at the Barnhill crossroads (there are blue tourists info signs telling you to turn here). From there follow the orange pumpkin patch signs to our farm.

Pumpkins, strawberries, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch - already gathered from the field, corn maze, child-sized hay bale maze, pre-picked produce, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area Crops are usually available in May, June, September, October. Open: Strawberries: 10:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M. Monday through Saturday Pumpkin Patch: 10:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. Monday through Saturday and 12:00 P.M.-6:00 P.M. on Sunday Strawberries: mid-May through Mid-June Pumpkin Patch: September 1st through October 31st. Huge selection of childrens books available in our gift shop. Payment: Cash, Check.

Starlight Festival

Rotary Park, Olney

Held on July 19th 2008 and hosted by the Rotary Clubs of Richland County. Food, disk golf, family activities, entertrainment and a lighted boat parade at dusk.

Strawberry & Arts Fest

12th & State, Lawrenceville

Lawrence County Strawberry & Art Festival will be held downtown Lawrenceville from 10-5 p.m. For more information contact Cameron Young at 606 12th Street, or call -1-888-286-9798.

Strawberryfest

Downtown, Newton

Last weekend in May

• Homemade Ice Cream
• Fresh Strawberry Shortcake
• Arts & Crafts
• Entertainment
• Great Food
• Parade

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The Castle/James Robert Williams House

Carmi

'The Castle' or The James Robert Williams House in Carmi, IL. is on the National Register of Historic Places but is NOT open to the public.

Wabash County Fair

Mount Carmel

July 19-25, 2008

Wabash Valley Wine & Art Festival

Main Street, Palestine

Wayne County Fair

Fairfield

July 12-19, 2008

WVC 2007-2008 Performing Arts Series

220 College Dr., Mount Carmel

Wabash Valley College in Mt. Carmel hosts its own Performing Arts Series each year featuring such past professional entertainers as Chinese Acrobats and the Big Band Sounds of the Glenn Miller Orchestra.

Beall Woods State Park

9285 Beall Woods Ave., Mount Carmel

Open: Open daily from sunrise to 10:00 pm. It is closed on Christmas and New Years Day as well as the third week of November and the first weekend in Decemb

16 Class C Camping Sites, Restrooms, Phone

Enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, picnicking and hunting at Beall Woods (pronounced Bell). While a working farm owned by the Beall family since the 1880s, almost half of the 635 acres consisted of forest that had never been cleared. Located on the banks of the Wabash River 6 miles south of Mt. Carmel in Wabash County, Beall Woods today is a 329-acre old-growth forest and one of few remaining virgin forests on the east side of the Mississippi River. It was dedicated in 1966 as an Illinois Nature Preserve and is also registered as a National Landmark. Don't miss the new interactive Visitor's Center with exhibits and educational displays explaining the natural history of the area. 2008 Program Schedule

There are more than 300 trees in the preserve that measure more than 120 feet tall with diameters close to three feet.

The park offers five hiking trails that provide an excellent view of the forest.

There is also a 15-acre lake that is stocked with bass, blue gill, catfish, and trout for anglers.

Other park activities include hunting in season, camping and picnicking.

Borah Lake

Olney

Located north of Olney, Borah Lake features shoreline fishing and boating.

Crawford County State Fish & Wildlife Area

Hutsonville

2 miles Southwest of Hutsonville features 1129 acres for hunting with 9 ponds available for fishing. Hiking and horseback trails run throughout the area.

East Fork Lake

N. Silver and Millers Grove Rd., Olney

This 934-acre lake located north of Olney has 33 miles of shoreline and offers fishing, water-skiing and other family activities.

Embarras River - Newton

Newton

Canoeists can enter the Embarras River one block west of Peterson Park.

Newton Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area

3490 E. 500th Ave., Newton

Boating, Hiking, 5-mile Mountain Biking trail, Cross Country Skiing, Horseback Riding, Trails, Fishing, Hunting

This 2,350-acre fish and wildlife area is home to a variety of wildlife, including the state-protected prairie chicken and river otter. The 1,775-acre lake, known for its healthy population of bass, and its shoreline are perfect for bank and boat fishing, picnicking and hiking. Besides fishing, visitors can boat or swim at the lake. There are more than 22 miles of trails that run along the lake for hiking or equestrian use as well as cross country skiing in the winter months. A five-mile mountain biking trail exists and has received many positive reviews. Hunting, wildlife observation, and picnicking are also popular activities with park visitors.

Newton Lake is a power plant lake fishable year round. Producing both numbers and large bass, the combination has made Newton Lake one of the premier bass fishing destinations in America and our guides know it better than anyone! Because it's a power plant lake, the bass get big in a hurry . An 18 inch size limit ensures plenty of lunkers. The average size bass in this lake is 3 to 5lbs, with occasional 6 to 8lbs being pretty common.

Red Hills State Park

1100 N. & 400 E., RR 2, Box 252A, Sumner

104 Sites, Electric, Water, Restrooms, Showers, Phone, Dump Station

In southeastern Illinois midway between Olney and Lawrenceville on U.S. 50, Red Hills is a carefully preserved and maintained 948-acres of high wooded hills, deep ravines, captivating meadows and year-round springs. It's the perfect setting for natural relaxation and outdoor activities. The sparkling 40-acre lake is ideal for fishing and boating. This 950-acre state park offers hiking and biking trails, camping, fishing, horseback riding, hunting and boating.

The park is an important historical crossroad, representing the western most edge of the first land in Illinois ceded by Native Americans to the United States.

Red Hills features many outdoor activities. Fishing and boating, hunting, hiking and horse trails as well as camping are available for all. A recent addition to the park is a log cabin available for visitors to rent on a nightly basis.

In addition, the park is the home to the Trace Inn Restaurant, with lunch and dinner and daily specials, Tuesday - Sunday.

Sam Dale Lake State Conservation Area

R.R. 1, Johnsonville

Boating, Camping, Hiking, Hunting, Picnicking, Swimming, and Wildlife Observation.

This wildlife area was established in 1959 with 40 acres and has grown to cover more than 1,300 acres and includes a 194-acre lake plus several ponds. The lake is surrounded by eight miles of hiking trails. There are several floating docks on the lake for fishing and boat rentals are available at the concession stand. Bass, bluegill, catfish, and crappie are the lake's most popular fish. Ice fishing is available during the winter months.

Sam Parr State Fish & Wildlife Area

13225 E. Illinois Hwy. 33, Newton

Boating, Camping (30 sites, Electric, Restrooms, Phone, Dump Station), Fishing, Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Picnicking

Surrounded by timberland, this 1,800-acre park is popular with hunters and fishermen. It has a 180-acre lake, 840 huntable acres, picnic areas, a 13-mile equestrian trail, a hiking trail, trailer camping and tent sites. Visitors will enjoy driving or walking through the park at dusk to view the many deer and other wildlife.

Vernor Lake

Olney

Adjacent to the Richland Country Club, on Rt. 130, Vernor offers fishing and small boating.

Wabash River - Grayville

Grayville

Boat ramp below Interstate 64 bridges; access from IL Route 1, east on 1st road north of I-64 OR from Grayville - go South on Water Street (CR2140E) to I-64 bridges.

Wabash River - Mt. Carmel

Mount Carmel

Like other southeastern counties, individuals can enjoy boating on the Wabash via a boat ramp at Market Street in Mt. Carmel.

Wabash River - Russellville

Elm St., Russelville

Boat ramp on East Elm Street.

Wabash River - St. Francisville

Saint Francisville

Visitors to Lawrence County can also enjoy an afternoon on the Wabash entering the river at St. Francisville on East Main Street. Parking is available for boat trailers.

Carmi Country Club

883 CR 1350 N, Carmi

Open: Call for tee times and available dates.

Clubhouse, cart rental

9 Holes. 5,772 yards from the tips. Located southwest edge of Carmi, off IL Route 1

Cedarbrook Golf

Hwy. 50 (RR#3 Box 335), Sumner

Open: Open March October. Call for available dates.

9 Holes, Par 3, located just west of the 4-H fairgrounds

East Fork Par 3

5636 E. Branchwood Lane, Olney

Open: Call for available dates

Par 3 Driving range and 18 Hole Miniature golf.

Fairfield Country Club

N. W. 9th St., Fairfield

Open: April to October, public play six days a week

This 18-hole course features the mature first 9-holes and the 'New-9' now open for play.

Flora Country Club

Rt. 2, Flora

9 Holes

Lawrence County Country Club

Rt. 50 East, Lawrenceville

Open: Call for tee times and available dates.

Clubhouse, cart rental

6,252 yards from the tips.

Mt. Carmel Municipal Golf Course

700 Park Road, Mount Carmel

Open: Call for tee times and available dates.

Clubhouse, cart rental

18 Holes. 6,233 yards from the tips.

Quail Creek Country Club & Resort

1010 E. Highland Ave., Robinson

Handicapped Accessible, Continental Breakfast, Non Smoking Rooms, Conference Rooms, Weekly Rates, Credit Cards

Hidden in the town of Robinson is this gem of a golf course and wonderful resort, once the home of the PGA Tournament - The Robinson Open.

Along with this classic PGA Championship golf course are 34 rustic units for rent as well as tennis, racquetball, a wonderful swimming pool and great fishing in one of our two lakes. Our clubhouse offers excellent dining and banquet facilities along with a comfortable bar area.

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Richland Country Club

5499 N. IL 130, Olney

Open: Call for tee times and available dates.

Clubhouse, cart rental, driving range

18 Holes. 6,156 yards from the tips.

Riverside Recreation

709 E. Marion St., Newton

Miniature golf and batting cages

Stone's Throw Golf Course

8817 N. 800th Ave., Newton

Open: Call for tee times and available dates

Clubhouse, cart rental, driving range

18 Holes. 6,422 yards from the tips.

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White Squirrel Mini Golf

701 N West St, Olney

A to Z Outfitters

Route 5, Box 206 , Fairfield

Enjoy the Deer Hunting Experience of a Lifetime Tracking Down White-Tail Deer on a 3,000 Acre Tract in Southern Illinois. Lodging & Food is Available on site.

Ambraw Valley Outdoors

9885 1175th Ave., Newton

Hunting preserve and Kennel

Located 2 miles northwest of Newton, guided and non-guided hunts are available during several hunting seasons. Contact: Wade Eaton/Doug Hartke

B & F Hunting Preserve

R.R. #2, Box 207, Xenia

Hunts for deer, turkey, pheasant, chucker, Hungarian partridge, quail and dove. Owns or leases over 5,000 acres of prime land. Owned & Operated by Dave Bumgarner.

Back Achers Buster Bucks

RR 3 Box 310 , Albion

Mike Metcalf, Outfitter

BACK ACHERS BUSTER BUCKS OFFERS HUNTS FOR TROPHY WHITETAIL BUCKS! This is a sleeper area with lots of Giant Trophy Whitetail Bucks. We maintain Whitetail Deer Food Plots located on property. We will cater to all or your Deer hunting needs. Lodging will be arranged for all Deer Hunters. Gun Hunts Muzzleloader Hunts Pre Rut Hunts, Main Rut Hunts, Post Rut Hunts Hunt in Wooded Areas, River Bottoms, Farmland, Hill Tops We have been providing quality Whitetail Deer hunting adventures for several years. Not only are we the farmers; but we are the caretakers of the land and all of its wildlife. Food plots and cover for our critters have been maintained since Metcalf's Back Achers was established in 1986. Covering multiple counties, you can find that trophy buck in the wooded areas surrounded by farmland, river bottoms,or even on the top of our hills. Call 618-445-2024 and tell us what you want in your Trophy Whitetail Deer Hunting adventure as you pursue that "Buster Buck"; and we will custom design a whitetail deer hunt that is everything you desire.

Beall Woods State Park

9285 Beall Woods Ave., Mount Carmel

Open: Open daily from sunrise to 10:00 pm. It is closed on Christmas and New Years Day as well as the third week of November and the first weekend in Decemb

16 Class C Camping Sites, Restrooms, Phone

Enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, picnicking and hunting at Beall Woods (pronounced Bell). While a working farm owned by the Beall family since the 1880s, almost half of the 635 acres consisted of forest that had never been cleared. Located on the banks of the Wabash River 6 miles south of Mt. Carmel in Wabash County, Beall Woods today is a 329-acre old-growth forest and one of few remaining virgin forests on the east side of the Mississippi River. It was dedicated in 1966 as an Illinois Nature Preserve and is also registered as a National Landmark. Don't miss the new interactive Visitor's Center with exhibits and educational displays explaining the natural history of the area. 2008 Program Schedule

There are more than 300 trees in the preserve that measure more than 120 feet tall with diameters close to three feet.

The park offers five hiking trails that provide an excellent view of the forest.

There is also a 15-acre lake that is stocked with bass, blue gill, catfish, and trout for anglers.

Other park activities include hunting in season, camping and picnicking.

Buckhorn Wildlife Preserve

1643 N Higgin Switch Rd, Noble

A cabin that will accommodate 6 individuals is available for hunters, business meetings, family reunions or weekend get-a-ways.

More than 700 acres of prime deer hunting.

Campbell Illinois Whitetails

1327 County Rd. 800N, Carmi

THE HUNTING LODGE: Comfortable, rustic atmosphere, with accommodations for nine with all the amenities of home. The full kitchen, dining room, and living room with a cozy fireplace, are a relaxing retreat from the day's hunt. The steam sauna and tennis court are also available to guests.

THE LODGE COMPLEX: Sleeps 22 and features a big screen TV, VCR, pool room, cooking facilities, hunting office and walk-in cooler.

Campbell Illinois Whitetails, Illinois' finest Outfitter, is a Trophy White-tailed Deer Hunting Outfitter covering 15,000 acres. Fully guided archery (compound bow and crossbow) and firearm hunts (shotgun, muzzleloader, pistol) are offered along with 2 lodges with full amenities.

Cold Creek Hunting & Fishing Lodge

Fairfield

Deer Proocessing, Lodging, Outdoor Store & Archery Range

Located East of Fairfield on Route 15 East to South Ditch Bank Road

Coon Creek Bowhunting

511 Buckeye Road (5 Miles from downtown Flora), Flora

All Hunts include lodging in a newly constructed cabin, which is equipped for 4 hunters. A full kitchen and bath is provided. Bed, bath, and kitchen linens will also be provided. Limited food service is available.

Offering prime hunting ground, all of which is privately owned. It includes timber, creek bottoms, cropland, thickets and food plots. Promising a quality hunt. Four hunters allowed per week for a 5 day hunt, insures the best possible hunting experience. All hunts are semi-guided. Hunters are responsible for all personal hunting equipment, license and permits. Hunting October 1st through January 1st, closed for gun season. Call for more information, or any special needs you might have.

Covey Ridge I & II

Rt. 1, Box 256A, , Geff

Contact: Charles R. Hazel, located 110 mi. E of St. Louis, Est 1988, 896 Acres, open to the public, Field Shoots, Birds; Dove, Quail, Pheasant, Chukar. Dogs Avail/HDW Packages 1/2 Day, 1-20 guns

Crawford County State Fish & Wildlife Area

Hutsonville

2 miles Southwest of Hutsonville features 1129 acres for hunting with 9 ponds available for fishing. Hiking and horseback trails run throughout the area.

Elm River Outfitters

430 E. 7th St., Flora

Over 1,000 acres of deer and turkey hunting in Wayne and Clay counties

Fox Creek Outfitters

5371 Fox Rd., Olney

Located in one of the country's top states for producing Trophy Whitetail Deer, along with the Eastern Wild Turkey. Situated on privately owned land, the cabin is surrounded by hardwood timber, river bottoms, and rich farm fields. Fox Creek offers guided and non-guided deer hunts each season. Several cabins are available for hunters.

Hasewinkle Outdoors

RR #1, PO Box 890 , Sumner

Located South of Sumner on 400 N, exit blacktop and go west 1/2 mile. Southeastern Illinois’ best kept secret. The Hasewinkle family would like to invite you to a hunting experience you will long remember. Hasewinkle Outdoors offers trophy Whitetail Deer and Eastern Wild Turkey hunting adventures on nearly 3000 privately owned acres in Lawrence and Richland counties. We have farmed and hunted this land for over 50 years.

Illinois Wildlife Connections

13998 N. 1425th St., Newton

All deer and turkey hunts include clean and comfortable accommodations in our new 3400 sq/ft. lodge. The lodge has 7 bedrooms, 5 showers, pool table, mud room, washer and dryer, patio, and more. Guide, stands, transportation, and meals are also included. All meals will be continental style breakfast, soup and sandwich type lunch, and an out of this world gourmet country style dinner, guaranteed to put on a few extra pounds. Airport pickup is available if needed.

More than 5,000 acres for Archery Only Whitetail Deer and Eastern Wild Turkey. A lodge with full amenities await hunters.

Lakewoods Flying Duck Sporting Clays

Route 2 Box 188B, Cisne

Open: 8:30 AM until dusk on Saturdays and Sundays, or call for appointment during the week.

Public shooting range with sporting clays & wobble trap

Lamont Outdoors

2114 1800 E., Crossville

A modern lodge offering full amenities.

Full service outfitter that provides fully guided white-tailed deer and turkey hunts in White & Wabash counties. Currently manages more than 7,000 acres of private land consisting of cropland, river bottoms, fence rows, hillsides, densely wooded areas, and food plots. The Lamont Family has farmed in White County for six generations and understands the land and whitetail patterns very well.

Newton Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area

3490 E. 500th Ave., Newton

Boating, Hiking, 5-mile Mountain Biking trail, Cross Country Skiing, Horseback Riding, Trails, Fishing, Hunting

This 2,350-acre fish and wildlife area is home to a variety of wildlife, including the state-protected prairie chicken and river otter. The 1,775-acre lake, known for its healthy population of bass, and its shoreline are perfect for bank and boat fishing, picnicking and hiking. Besides fishing, visitors can boat or swim at the lake. There are more than 22 miles of trails that run along the lake for hiking or equestrian use as well as cross country skiing in the winter months. A five-mile mountain biking trail exists and has received many positive reviews. Hunting, wildlife observation, and picnicking are also popular activities with park visitors.

Newton Lake is a power plant lake fishable year round. Producing both numbers and large bass, the combination has made Newton Lake one of the premier bass fishing destinations in America and our guides know it better than anyone! Because it's a power plant lake, the bass get big in a hurry . An 18 inch size limit ensures plenty of lunkers. The average size bass in this lake is 3 to 5lbs, with occasional 6 to 8lbs being pretty common.

Outdoor Only Illinois Bow Hunting

RR #3, Box 62a, Albion

We are proud to offer Whitetail Deer Hunting - 5 ½ day semi-guided bowhunts. Shotgun hunts also available. Our clients hunt on rested property only. We will not put hunters on property that has been hunted the week before. We believe that is why our hunters are so successful. Our land is private and 80% of it personally owned, which allows for much better control. We manage our farm and plan our food plots to hold the deer. We are looking for a few dedicated hunters to enjoy our hunts and want to come back. We are located in Southeast Illinois, bordering the Indiana line. Bottomland, CRP, fence rows with corn and soybean fields are the main habitat in our area. Edwards, Wabash, Richland and White Counties totaling over 2,500 privately owned acres.

Outdoor Sportsman's Lodge

2635 North 250th St., Newton

Offers hunting, fishing, golf and meeting packages, as well as getaway weekend packages.

Outdoor Sportsman's Lodge is conveniently located just off Newton lake with 2 cabins so you can enjoy your hunt. Some of the nations best Bass Fishing can be found as well as a hunters paradise for all game. Guided and non-guided fishing and hunting packages are available by calling. In the off-season this facility is a Bed & Breakfast.

Pine Lodge Outfitters

4830 E. Wayne Lane, Parkersburg

Two lodges available for hunters. Both sleeping 4-8 hunters and have fully equipped kitchens, multiple bathrooms, and family rooms with TVs.

Guided bow hunts with hunting grounds in Richland and Edwards counties. Lodging is included. A minimum of 4 hunters per hunt is required.

PoeBoy Outfitters

19696 Hwy 45, Louisville

Specializing in Family, Youth, and Handicapped Hunting and Fishing. 215 Acres in Clay County

Red Hills State Park

1100 N. & 400 E., RR 2, Box 252A, Sumner

104 Sites, Electric, Water, Restrooms, Showers, Phone, Dump Station

In southeastern Illinois midway between Olney and Lawrenceville on U.S. 50, Red Hills is a carefully preserved and maintained 948-acres of high wooded hills, deep ravines, captivating meadows and year-round springs. It's the perfect setting for natural relaxation and outdoor activities. The sparkling 40-acre lake is ideal for fishing and boating. This 950-acre state park offers hiking and biking trails, camping, fishing, horseback riding, hunting and boating.

The park is an important historical crossroad, representing the western most edge of the first land in Illinois ceded by Native Americans to the United States.

Red Hills features many outdoor activities. Fishing and boating, hunting, hiking and horse trails as well as camping are available for all. A recent addition to the park is a log cabin available for visitors to rent on a nightly basis.

In addition, the park is the home to the Trace Inn Restaurant, with lunch and dinner and daily specials, Tuesday - Sunday.

Ridge Outfitting

411 Douglas Drive, Olney

Hunts at Ridge Outfitting are semi-guided. A typical five-day hunt will include six days on the property. Five nights of lodging at a local motel are included. The first day will be spent meeting your guide, going over the rules, the hunting areas, boundaries of these areas, what has been seen in these areas, and setting up your stand. The other five days will be hunting days.

Sam Dale Lake State Conservation Area

R.R. 1, Johnsonville

Boating, Camping, Hiking, Hunting, Picnicking, Swimming, and Wildlife Observation.

This wildlife area was established in 1959 with 40 acres and has grown to cover more than 1,300 acres and includes a 194-acre lake plus several ponds. The lake is surrounded by eight miles of hiking trails. There are several floating docks on the lake for fishing and boat rentals are available at the concession stand. Bass, bluegill, catfish, and crappie are the lake's most popular fish. Ice fishing is available during the winter months.

Sam Parr State Fish & Wildlife Area

13225 E. Illinois Hwy. 33, Newton

Boating, Camping (30 sites, Electric, Restrooms, Phone, Dump Station), Fishing, Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Picnicking

Surrounded by timberland, this 1,800-acre park is popular with hunters and fishermen. It has a 180-acre lake, 840 huntable acres, picnic areas, a 13-mile equestrian trail, a hiking trail, trailer camping and tent sites. Visitors will enjoy driving or walking through the park at dusk to view the many deer and other wildlife.

Skillet Fork Outfitters

1104 CR 1800N, Carmi

Your comfort is our concern. That is why Skillet Fork Outfitters Inc. will be providing our hunters with a brand new 5,500 square foot lodge over looking cropland, woods, and of course the distance view of the Skillet Fork River. Home cooked evening meals will provide our hunters with the fuel they need for their next day of hunting.

More than 2,500 acres of prime woodland provide hunters the opportunity to bag a trophy Illinois White-tailed deer. A modern lodge with full amenities await hunters.

Three Rivers Resources

RR3 Box 74 A, Albion

Manages over 3,000 acres in Wabash and Edwards County. Takes only 4-6 hunters per package. All hunts are fully guided. Primarily Bow hunting but also offers shotgun and muzzleloader hunts as well.

TNT Game Preserve

Rt. 1, Box 39, Mount Erie

Contact: Rick or Dennis Taylor

600 acres, turkey and deer in season, chukar, pheasant, quail

Turkey Creek Lodge & Game Preserve -

13388 N. 875th St., Newton

Private Baths, Weekly Rates, Non-Smoking Rooms, Credit Cards

Turkey Creek Lodge was created for the sole purpose of providing a high quality and exclusive hunting experience for our clients. The concept for our family owned and operated lodge was developed when we realized that there were few options for hunters who wanted the best all around experience. Being avid hunters ourselves, the owners of Turkey Creek Lodge have hunted through many different lodges and guide services. TCL is a combination of the best aspects of each of these facilities. The result is an operation devoted to providing our customer with the best possible hunting experience. TCL can accommodate the needs of most any group or organization.

Clay County Speedway

U.S. Hwy. 45 N. at 700 N, Flora

Catch a car race on this one-third-mile, clay oval track Sat. evenings the end of April through the end of September.

Crossroads MX

3092 Mallard Ln, Mason

Crossraods MX is located in Northern Clay County near Hord & Iola. Regular events are hosted throughout warm weather, and the full schedule can be accessed at www.crossroadsmx.com.

SOIL MX Motorsports Park

Bone Gap

Southern Illinois Motocross's new dirt off-road course

Wayne County Speedway

Rt. 242, Wayne City

Catch a race on this one-eighth-mile, semi-banked dirt oval track Fri. evenings.

Arcadia Cinema

230 E. Main St., Olney

Open: Open 7 days a week

3 Screens, 600 Seats

Eagle Theater in Robinson

1802 W. Main St., Robinson

Fairview Drive-In

Rt. 33 East, Newton

Open: Fri., Sat. and Sun., April 1 to Sept. 30

One of the last remaining drive-in theaters in Illinois! First Feature starts at approximately 8:30 pm, Second Feature at approximately 11:25 pm

Showtime Cinemas of Fairfield

118 Market Ave., Fairfield

3 Screens

Showtime Cinemas of Flora

120 E North Ave., Flora

Albion City Park

Albion

Visitors to Albion can enjoy the City Park, which offers a swimming pool, playground, tennis and basketball courts, volleyball and soccer as well as shelter houses.

Bird Haven, Robert Ridgway Memorial Arboretum & Sanctuary

Olney

Located on the southern side of East Fork Lake, at Millers Grove, this site is a living tribute to Robert Ridgway, naturalist, scientist, artist and author.

A walking trail allows visitors' to view over 50 different varieties of trees, fauna and wildlife. A world-renowned man, Dr. Ridgway was an authority in the field of ornithology with the Smithsonian Institute.

Bradshaw Park

Carmi

Features tennis courts, a playground and several ball fields.

Charley Brown Park

Old US Rt. 50, Rte. 2, Flora

125 sites, RV Facilities, Showers, Electric, Water, Dump Station, Phone, Restrooms

One of Flora's most attractive assets is Charley Brown Park, located three miles west of the city on Old Route 50. It was a gift to the city several years ago by the widow of Charley Brown, a local farmer, which required only that the park be named after her husband.

The park offers 100 acres of pleasant facilities for recreation. Included are 85 camping sites with electrical and water hookups, modern washrooms and showers for a camping fee of $10 per day (travel trailers/campers) or $60 per week. Tents can be accommodated for $5 a day or $30 per week. In the park are a children's playground, a newly renovated, modern swimming pool, a small fishing lake, and a nine-hole golf course. The Little Toot railroad operation has also been brought back to the park.

Special events at the park include the annual Relay for Life event in June, the Fourth of July celebration, the county fair the third week in July, bluegrass music festivals the second weekend in July and September, and annual hunts hosted by the Coon Hunters Club.

Eckerle Park

200 State and Webb streets, Carmi

This park has a swimming pool, baseball diamonds and tennis courts.

Froeman Park

Mount Carmel

Located in the northern section of Mt. Carmel, Froeman features picnic tables, basketball courts and a lake.

Kiwanis Park

607 W. North Ave, Flora

Rocket, New Playground Equipment, Toddler Area with Sand, Picnic Tables, Tennis Courts and Skate Park.

Lakeside Park

Fairfield

Lakeside Park offers lighted tennis courts, baseball, playground, and picnic facilities.

Lanterman Park

Park Ave. and 1st St., Bridgeport

Features the original office of Dr. Schrader and Pepple School, a one-room schoolhouse, both built in the late 1800s. The park also includes a shelter house, baseball diamonds, basketball and tennis courts and a playground.

Lawrenceville City Park

Lawrenceville

The park features a swimming pool, playground, baseball diamonds, tennis and basketball courts as well as picnic shelters and a walking track.

Leo French Park

Fairfield

Situated on rolling wooded acreage it features a small lake that is home for many geese, ducks and swans that enjoy the treats brought to them by visitors. The lake is also surrounded by a paved walking path and serves as a breathtaking background for the annual candlelight Relay For Life project. During the Christmas Holiday Season Leo French Park is the location for Fairfield's Festival of Lights. To date the Festival will feature 52 (and counting) lighted displays. The park, with its well-designed sports segments and scenic lake is comparable to larger city parks and well worth the trip to see.

Millers Grove

Olney

Adjacent to Bird Haven, this park offers fishing, picnic shelters, and a playground. 618-395-7302

Mount Carmel Municipal Park

700 Park Rd., Mount Carmel

This 80-year-old park features an 18-hole championship golf course. It also has tennis courts, a swimming pool, fishing lake, picnic site and two shelter houses.

Musgrove Park

Olney

The Musgrove Park features an aquatic center complete with water slide, basketball courts, a playground and soccer fields.

Noble City Park

Noble

Features ball diamonds, picnic shelters and a playground.

Norris City Park

Illinois Rte. 1, Norris City

A fishing lake, picnic shelters and playground equipment.

Oblong Park & Lake

Rte. 33 East, Oblong

Open: April 15th to October 31

Electric, Water, Restrooms, Showers, Phone, Dump Station

Pull thru camp sites with electric and water; a dump station on the grounds; pets are allowed, but must be kept on a leash.

Showers and water are turned on from April 15th to October 31. You may camp after these dates with no water available.

Olney City Park

305 N. West St., Olney

This beautiful park, in the heart of Olney, features tennis courts, picnic shelters, a community building and ball diamonds. It is one of the best places to spot the town's unusual white squirrels.

Peterson Park

701 E. Marion St., Newton

On the northern edge of Newton, the park features tennis and basketball courts, a pool, miniature golf, covered pavilions, batting cages, volleyball, and a playground to name just a few facilities.

Robinson City Park

S. Cross St., Robinson

Swimming and wading pools, a water slide, horseshoe pits, tennis, basketball, volleyball, badminton, mini golf, playgrounds, picnic shelters, baseball diamonds, batting cages, campsites and a band shelter.

The most unique feature of this park is a wood sculpture of outdoor creatures, carved into the trunk of a tree. Carved entirely with chain saws, the tree trunk features a bear scratching his back, raccoons, birds and other animals in various poses. In addition, a swimming pool with water slide, tennis and basketball courts picnic shelters, baseball diamonds and four campsites are available.

Rotary Park

N. Silver Rd. & Millers Grove Rd., Olney

Located on the north side of East Fork Lake. NEW! Playground Equipment, VITA path (Fitness/exercise trail) and Disc Golf! (A.K.A. Frisbee Golf) Bring your own Frisbee or Discs or they can be purchased at any local Olney Bank. Fun for the entire family or the serious enthusiast! Also, our offering opportunities for you to fish, picnic and boat.

Southwest Park

Fairfield

Southwest Park is center to Fairfield's softball program. In addition to the ball diamonds the park includes a concession stand, generous parking space, and serves as home to the community's annual Fourth of July fireworks celebration.

St. Francisville Park

Saint Francisville

A playground and baseball diamonds await visitors.

Sumner City Park

Sumner

Located on the east side of Sumner, the park features a ball diamond, picnic shelter and playground.

Washington Park

N. Prairie St., Robinson

Robinson s Washington Park features rustic hiking trails, a ball field, tennis courts, Deer Run Par-3 Golf Course and picnic shelters.

West Salem City Park

West Salem

Features a playground, picnic shelters with water and electric hookups.

Wisnick Park

8th & Ash Street, Lawrenceville

A playground, BMX dirt track and baseball diamond for all to enjoy.

Beall Woods State Park

9285 Beall Woods Ave., Mount Carmel

Open: Open daily from sunrise to 10:00 pm. It is closed on Christmas and New Years Day as well as the third week of November and the first weekend in Decemb

16 Class C Camping Sites, Restrooms, Phone

Enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, picnicking and hunting at Beall Woods (pronounced Bell). While a working farm owned by the Beall family since the 1880s, almost half of the 635 acres consisted of forest that had never been cleared. Located on the banks of the Wabash River 6 miles south of Mt. Carmel in Wabash County, Beall Woods today is a 329-acre old-growth forest and one of few remaining virgin forests on the east side of the Mississippi River. It was dedicated in 1966 as an Illinois Nature Preserve and is also registered as a National Landmark. Don't miss the new interactive Visitor's Center with exhibits and educational displays explaining the natural history of the area. 2008 Program Schedule

There are more than 300 trees in the preserve that measure more than 120 feet tall with diameters close to three feet.

The park offers five hiking trails that provide an excellent view of the forest.

There is also a 15-acre lake that is stocked with bass, blue gill, catfish, and trout for anglers.

Other park activities include hunting in season, camping and picnicking.

Crawford County State Fish & Wildlife Area

Hutsonville

2 miles Southwest of Hutsonville features 1129 acres for hunting with 9 ponds available for fishing. Hiking and horseback trails run throughout the area.

Newton Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area

3490 E. 500th Ave., Newton

Boating, Hiking, 5-mile Mountain Biking trail, Cross Country Skiing, Horseback Riding, Trails, Fishing, Hunting

This 2,350-acre fish and wildlife area is home to a variety of wildlife, including the state-protected prairie chicken and river otter. The 1,775-acre lake, known for its healthy population of bass, and its shoreline are perfect for bank and boat fishing, picnicking and hiking. Besides fishing, visitors can boat or swim at the lake. There are more than 22 miles of trails that run along the lake for hiking or equestrian use as well as cross country skiing in the winter months. A five-mile mountain biking trail exists and has received many positive reviews. Hunting, wildlife observation, and picnicking are also popular activities with park visitors.

Newton Lake is a power plant lake fishable year round. Producing both numbers and large bass, the combination has made Newton Lake one of the premier bass fishing destinations in America and our guides know it better than anyone! Because it's a power plant lake, the bass get big in a hurry . An 18 inch size limit ensures plenty of lunkers. The average size bass in this lake is 3 to 5lbs, with occasional 6 to 8lbs being pretty common.

Prairie Ridge State Natural Area

5295 N. 1000th St., Newton

The Illinois Audubon Society's environmental educational area, known as the Robert Ridgway Grassland Nature Preserve, is open daily for wildlife viewing and hiking. This area has been restored to prairie and has a self guided interpretive trail and a wildlife viewing platform over looking a wetland surrounded by native prairie plants.

Located southwest of Newton, this 3,300-acre site is unique in Illinois, dedicated to conserving the rarest members of Illinois's native tall grass prairie and marsh communities. It offers one of the most spectacular viewing opportunities for grassland wildlife in Illinois. The park is home to the largest breeding population of northern harriers and short-eared owls, as well as prairie chickens.

Red Hills State Park

1100 N. & 400 E., RR 2, Box 252A, Sumner

104 Sites, Electric, Water, Restrooms, Showers, Phone, Dump Station

In southeastern Illinois midway between Olney and Lawrenceville on U.S. 50, Red Hills is a carefully preserved and maintained 948-acres of high wooded hills, deep ravines, captivating meadows and year-round springs. It's the perfect setting for natural relaxation and outdoor activities. The sparkling 40-acre lake is ideal for fishing and boating. This 950-acre state park offers hiking and biking trails, camping, fishing, horseback riding, hunting and boating.

The park is an important historical crossroad, representing the western most edge of the first land in Illinois ceded by Native Americans to the United States.

Red Hills features many outdoor activities. Fishing and boating, hunting, hiking and horse trails as well as camping are available for all. A recent addition to the park is a log cabin available for visitors to rent on a nightly basis.

In addition, the park is the home to the Trace Inn Restaurant, with lunch and dinner and daily specials, Tuesday - Sunday.

Robeson Hills Nature Preserve

Lawrenceville

The topography is rugged and challenging. Trails have been established and an interpretive pamphlet is available.

From jct. Hwys. 1 and 50 in Lawrenceville, take Hwy. 50 east 8 mi. to the Business Route 50 interchange, then turn and go south and southeast 2.1 mi., then turn and go northeast 1.6 mi. on Hwy. 33. The nature preserve is west of the road. Part is on the north side of Hwy. 50 and is accessible from the rest stop on the westbound lane of Hwy. 50

Robeson Hills is a 120-acre remnant of mesic upland forest of the Southern Upland Section of the Wabash Border Natural Division. The preserve is part of a 545 acre outdoor laboratory and environmental education site managed by Vincennes University. The area is located on Robeson Hills, a prominent topographic feature of the Wabash River bottomlands. The rugged terrain is characterized by narrow flat-topped ridges, steep slopes, and deep ravines. These features not only provide diverse habitats, but help to protect them as well. The most significant feature of the preserve is a beech-maple forest on dissected, deep loess deposits overlooking the Wabash River. Other important canopy species include ash, tulip tree, oaks, basswood, and hickories. Woodland wildflowers are abundant. Robeson Hills also has significant archeological and historical features; shell middens of an Archaic Indian culture occur on the river bluffs.

Sam Dale Lake State Conservation Area

R.R. 1, Johnsonville

Boating, Camping, Hiking, Hunting, Picnicking, Swimming, and Wildlife Observation.

This wildlife area was established in 1959 with 40 acres and has grown to cover more than 1,300 acres and includes a 194-acre lake plus several ponds. The lake is surrounded by eight miles of hiking trails. There are several floating docks on the lake for fishing and boat rentals are available at the concession stand. Bass, bluegill, catfish, and crappie are the lake's most popular fish. Ice fishing is available during the winter months.

Sam Parr State Fish & Wildlife Area

13225 E. Illinois Hwy. 33, Newton

Boating, Camping (30 sites, Electric, Restrooms, Phone, Dump Station), Fishing, Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Picnicking

Surrounded by timberland, this 1,800-acre park is popular with hunters and fishermen. It has a 180-acre lake, 840 huntable acres, picnic areas, a 13-mile equestrian trail, a hiking trail, trailer camping and tent sites. Visitors will enjoy driving or walking through the park at dusk to view the many deer and other wildlife.

Berryville Vineyards

1910 N. Prairieton Rd., Berryville

Open: Saturdays Noon to Sunset and by Appointment

Somewhere nestled between Mulberry Hill and the town of Berryville, lies a place called Berryville Vineyards. Here we harmonize with nature to cultivate premium wine grapes. Only hand selected, sun-ripened fruit from our own vineyard becomes Berryville wine. All our wines are 100% Estate Grown & Bottled, ensuring you the finest quality.

Berryville Vineyards features handcrafted fruit and grape wines from 20 varieties of grapes as well as raspberries, blackberries and gooseberries grown on site. Visitors are welcome anytime (by appointment other than Saturdays) to enjoy the peaceful nature of Berryville Vineyards. Walk through the mature oak forests, picnic in the vineyards or wade in the creek. Escape to the seclusion of the country and relax.

Fox Creek Vinyard

5502 N. Fox Rd., Olney

Open: Fri. - Sat.10 am - 6 pm; Sun. 1 pm - 6 pm; and by appointment

Savor wines made from locally grown grapes. Tastings and tours are available.

Fine Hand-Crafted Wine in the Traditional Styles of the Old Masters

Lasata Winery L.L.C.

RR 2 Box 64B Highway 33, Lawrenceville

Open: Friday - Sunday 12:00 pm-- 5:00 pm

Free wine tasting & tours. All wines produced from our vineyards. Peaceful setting & outdoor seating area one mile north of Westport on Highway 33

Lasata is an Indian word meaning a place of peace. Our winery is located in a peaceful wooded setting near Robeson Hills across the Wabash River from Vincennes, Indiana, one mile north of Westport, Illinois, on scenic highway 33. It is a wonderful place to sit and have a glass of wine and enjoy the scenery. Visit the gift shop and choose from a variety of wine related items plus customized gift baskets for any occasion. You may also call the winery to schedule your very own private tasting, or call us to schedule your next catered event. Lasata Wines L.L.C. creates a variety of wines, including a Sweet Blush, Dry White, Dry Red, and Sweet Whites all of which are available to enjoy at the winery.

Pioneer Winery

300 S. Main St., Palestine

Located in historic downtown Palestine, the family-owned Pioneer Winery features grape and fruit wines produced and bottled locally, with wine tasting and gift baskets available. Selections range from Chardonet to Moonlight on the Wabash Muscadine Wine.

White Owl Winery

122A Birds Rd., Birds

Open: Fri. - Sat. Noon to 6 PM; Sun. Noon - 5 PM (AUTUMN HOURS Tuesday - Sunday Noon to 5:00 PM)

This winery makes many varieties of grape and fruit wines including Cherry Pie, Spiced Pear, Blue Plum and Persimmon. Tours are available.