6 Ways to Experience the Fall Colors from the Water, No Matter Your Skill Level
Just because the summer is over doesn’t mean paddling has to be! In fact, the fall might just be the…
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Category: Nature
The Number One Way to View the Fall Foliage in Rockford
Fall is the perfect time to get on the water and explore the beautiful colors! From rivers to ponds, being on the water is the number one way to view the beautiful fall foliage in the Rockford region…
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Apple Pick and Donut Eat Your Way Through the Rockford Region This Fall
When we think about fall we think cozy sweaters, hot lattes, pretty leaves, apple cider and more. Well come to find out, we perfectly described the Rockford region! If you haven’t yet, you will fall in love with the 8-1-5 this autumn…
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Get Your “Cozy Vibes” on in the Rockford Region This Fall
Fall is almost officially here! And during the fall months we all crave cozy vibes like big comfy…
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Why You NEED to Bring the Fam to Rock Cut State Park
As a college student, trips home are always the best. I get to see my family again, relax, and I’m back in the 815. I recently got to come home for Easter weekend, and one of my favorite people to hang out with (my mom) and I decided to check out Rock Cut State Park. Neither of us had been there despite being lifelong citizens of the Rockford area, and let me tell you, we have been missing out…
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Illinois Road Trip Round-Up: Top Public Gardens
We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but as we hit the unofficial start of summer, we’re ready to enjoy our state safely. Check-in every Tuesday for an Illinois Road Trip Round-Up on themed topics showcasing sixteen destinations across Illinois. This week, we’re touring some of the state's top public gardens! So pack up the family, bring your masks, and get ready for a road trip…
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Illinois Road Trip Round-Up: Top Hiking & Biking Trails
We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but as we hit the unofficial start of summer, we’re ready to enjoy our state safely. Check-in every Tuesday for an Illinois Road Trip Round-Up on themed topics showcasing sixteen destinations across Illinois. This week, we’re bringing you the state’s top hiking and biking trails! So pack up the family, bring your masks, and get ready for a road trip…
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Spring's Treasure Hunt
The forest preserves are filled with fascinating sights, sounds and scents as spring emerges. Woodland wildflowers are beginning to bloom, hundreds of bird species are migrating through and nesting, frogs are calling, streams are babbling and insects return. What can you discover in your 43 Forest Preserves of Winnebago County…
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Sit Outside For Summertime
Now that summer is in full swing, everyone in Rockford is itching to get outside and enjoy the warm…
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Christmas in July
It’s nearing the middle of July and that means TWO things … (1) There are LESS than 5 months until…
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