7 Tips for Planning a Great Spring Hike in the Shawnee National Forest & Illinois State Parks

7 Tips for Planning a Great Spring Hike - by Gary Marks Ah!  Can you feel it?  Spring is here. Daffodils blooming, trees budding, and the deep greens of  freshly sprouted grass brighten up the landscape. The warmer temps, demand that we venture outside of our winter caves and feel the tinge of brilliant rays of sun. Many peoples first thought is to get out and take a walk in the woods. The following 7 Tips will help you get the most out of your... Read More