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Nachusa Grasslands — Lee County, Illinois

Posted on June 11, 2007 by Roger

This large piece of prairie is owned by The Nature Conservancy. Unlike almost every other birding spot I know about, here you’re encouraged NOT to stay on the trails. In fact, except for a short semi-mowed path that goes about … Continue reading →

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Lowden State Park, Illinois

Posted on June 11, 2007 by Roger

I crossed the Rock River in Oregon and drove back north a mile or so to Lowden State Park where the giant Indian statue is located. There isn’t a lot to the park other than the Indian, but I managed … Continue reading →

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Illinois Route 2 — Ogle County, Illinois

Posted on June 11, 2007 by Roger

I left home around 6:30 this morning in search of adventure. I headed west and soon found myself on Illinois Route 2, heading south from Rockford. This is a stretch of road where there’s enough to see to make it … Continue reading →

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White Sox vs. Astros — U.S. Cellular Field

Posted on June 9, 2007 by Roger

When I was given these tickets by a friend, I immediately thought of my friend and his wife who are White Sox fans. As it turned out, my friend was already going to this very game with his friend Larry. … Continue reading →

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Glacial Park Conservation Area — McHenry County, Illinois

Posted on June 3, 2007 by Roger

I’ve been here many times — it’s one of my favorite birding spots. I stopped on the way home from Dog n Suds to do some walking and birding. Several thunderstorms were sliding through the area, so I didn’t stay … Continue reading →

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