Eckert’s Millstadt Fun Farm: Full of Family Activities

Apple picking, carnival rides, a petting zoo, and even pig races are a few activities that you can do at Eckert’s Millstadt Fun Farm east of Belleville, Ill. Arriving at the Farm We parked in the gravel lot near the entrance road. I do this since it makes it easier to find the car when we leave. Next, we headed to the Ticket Booth. I…

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Exploring Buffalo Rock State Park and Historic Ottawa

Seeing buffalo and hiking out on a bluff that juts out towards the water was part of my time at Buffalo Rock State Park near Ottawa, Ill. After stopping here, we went into Ottawa and had lunch at a local brewery, and walked around the historic Washington Park with Abraham Lincoln connections. (This was our first stop on our trip to the Starved Rock State…

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Best Activities to Do at Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells

If you’re planning a family trip to Wisconsin Dells, Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is a great place to fit your whole vacation in one spot. The resort is famous for its huge indoor waterpark, but there’s also plenty more to do. You’ll find exciting rides, arcade games, bowling, mini-golf, go-karts, a relaxing spa, and lots of activities for both kids and adults. All You Should…

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Walk through Hemp at the Great Godfrey Maze

The Great Godfrey Maze is usually done with corn, but this year it is filled with hemp, which makes this a whole new adventure. This is due to soil nutrient deficiency and several years of corn crops that failed. Hemp thrives on low-nutrient soil and grows tall, thick, and fast. Bonuses are that it is cheaper to grow and does not require chemical treatments. The…

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