This is a chance for some great travel experiences, either by those from across the country wanting to see what this part of the Midwest has to offer, or by Illinoisans and those in neighboring states desiring to conserve that expensive gas by visiting sites not too far away.
Recent stories published on the group cover such topics as Lincoln's New Salem, Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, the World Recreation and Shooting Complex in Sparta, the entertainment line-up at the state fair in Springfield, the Piasa bird or the haunted ruins of the Confederate prison in Alton, haunted Chester (Popeye's hometown), the Rainbow Ranch Petting Farm in Washington County, and more.
Although not moderated, posters are asked to stay on topic.
This is a great place to read about some interesting places, even if you never get there. Where else would you read a profile of a flintknapper (a guy who chips Indian arrowheads)? Or about Illinois ghosts? Or a small town visited by Charles Dickens?
If you'd like to check it out, go to http://illinoisroadtrip.gather.com/
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But I have really enjoyed the Canadian cities and sites.