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Fall Date Ideas in Bloomington, Illinois

Posted on August 28, 2023 by admin
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The leaves will change soon! That means new opportunities for date night ideas that only fall weather can bring. We’ve pulled together some of the best Bloomington-Normal, Illinois date ideas for couples to try.   Continue reading →

Posted in Food & Drink, Local Attractions, Local Events, Outdoor Recreation, Special Occasions | Tagged autumn, couples, events, fall, festivals, hiking, restaurants | 2 Replies

5 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in 2023

Posted on December 27, 2022 by admin
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Updated December 27, 2022: With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, many are looking for ideas to celebrate this day of love with family or friends. Here is a list of ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois! Continue reading →

Posted in Holidays, Special Occasions | Tagged best practices, hiking, packages, restaurants, valentines day, winter | Leave a reply

5 Great Places to See Fall Foliage in Bloomington, IL

Posted on September 17, 2019 by admin
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Warm one day, cool the next. Yep, it’s fall in the Midwest and soon the leaves will let us know there’s no turning back. It might be a harsh reality, but it’s beautiful to witness, especially in central Illinois. Come … Continue reading →

Posted in Local Attractions, Outdoor Recreation | Tagged fall, hiking | Leave a reply

10 Things to Do Outside in Bloomington-Normal This Summer

Posted on June 26, 2019 by acorn
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Do you feel it? Summer has sneaked in and brought excitement along for the ride. Children and adults alike seem to want to go outside and play! More people stroll downtown, usually taking an outdoor-indoor tact, because many of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Recreation | Tagged animals, baseball, festivals, golfing, hiking | Leave a reply

Constitution Trail in Bloomington IL Provides Nature, Recreation & History

Posted on April 30, 2018 by admin
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Nature, recreation, convenience, and history all describe the popular Constitution Trail. What began as the Illinois Central Railroad from Bloomington to LaSalle in 1853, has now become one of the most extensive urban multi-use trails in Illinois. One of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Local Attractions, Outdoor Recreation | Tagged bicycling, hiking, nature | Leave a reply

5 Reasons to Visit the Pristine Moraine View State Park in Bloomington, IL

Posted on April 16, 2018 by admin
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For outdoor enthusiasts looking for new places to visit, put Moraine View State Park at the top of your list. Named for moraines, or irregular crests formed by glaciers of the last Ice Age, the Park boasts light swells and … Continue reading →

Posted in Local Attractions, Outdoor Recreation | Tagged fishing, hiking, horseback riding, picnicking, swimming | Leave a reply

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