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DAY TRIPS
& overnights FALL 2017

Land & Water Attractions Await In Illinois Towns

For one-of-a-kind adventures, visit Villa Kathrine is
an example of why

Litchfield, Effingham & Quincy Quincy, Ill., is said to

The towns of
Effingham, Litchfield and
Quincy across the Mississippi River into
Illinois, offer one-of-a-kind attractions.
Effingham
The gleaming Cross at the Crossroads
welcomes travelers to Effingham, Ill. The
town is located about 100 miles from St.
Louis in Central Illinois where Interstate
57 meets Interstate 70.
Effingham is well-known to travelers
for its many hotels and restaurants. It
also attracts visitors with such attractions
as the Funfest Amphitheater, MY Garage
Museum, The Effingham Performance
Center, the farm to table Firefly Grill,
Tuscan Hills Winery and Lake Sara.
The area also holds a number of
events. On Sept. 8 and 9, the Hobnob
Harvest Market will feature 100-plus
hand-picked vintage and handmade
vendors at the Effingham County Fair-
grounds in Altamont, Ill.
The annual Corvette Funfest will cel-
ebrate 50 years of the 1967 Corvette,
Sept. 14-17 at Mid America Motorworks.
It will include special displays, car shows,
a Swapfest, seminars, product demon-
strations, plus music. The World Classic
Rockers, which consists of former mem-
bers of Journey, Santana, Kansas, Step-
penwolf and Lynyrd Skynyrd, will head-
line the Saturday concert at 8 p.m. For
tickets to the concert, visit the website,
effinghammusicfest.com.
For well-known entertainment, check
out the Effingham Performance Center.
A few of the upcoming shows feature
Gary Allan, Family Force 5, Sammy Ker-
shaw, Scotty McCreery and others.
Lake Sara, located approximately 5
miles southwest of Effingham, is com-
prised of 614 acres with 38 miles of
shoreline. Come for boating, fishing, ski-
ing, swimming, picnicking, camping and
vacation rentals.
Litchfield
Litchfield, Ill., a land-and-water rec-
reational center, is located 60 miles
from the Gateway Arch on Interstate 55
and Route 60. The town has long been
known for its rich Route 66 history, as
well as its 1,400-acre public recreational
Lake Lou Yaeger.
In 2013, a History Museum and Route
66 Welcome Center opened to reflect the
Route 66 era. The historically preserved
downtown features many points of in-
terest. Jubelts Bakery & Restaurant has
been serving hungry travelers since 1922
and the Ariston Caf is one of the oldest
restaurants along Route 66. Visitors also
will find 250-plus national brand hotel
rooms, dining options, golf courses and
wineries, antique shopping and more.
Take in a movie at the Litchfield Sky-
have some of the best
architecture outside of
Chicago.
| photo courtesy
Quincy Area CVB
view Drive-In, the oldest continuously
operated drive-in on Route 66. It is open
through October.
Five miles west of Route 66 is Lake
Lou Yaeger. The lake features picnic ar-
eas, hiking trails, campgrounds, horse
trails, swimming, two marinas and more.
On Oct. 7 and 8, the lake will be the site
of the 5th Annual West Fork Encamp-
ment, a historical reenactment of life in
the 1800s.
In Litchfield, check out the Litchfield
Pickers Market, an open air market, on
Sept. 10 and Oct. 8.
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2017 EVENTS IN
WASHINGTON, MO
August 26 - Foodstock VI
September 9 - Jaycees Brewfest
22 - Chili Cook-off
23-24 - Fall Festival
28 - Sunset on the Riverfront
October 24 - Soup Day
28 - Pumpkin Palooza
November 10 - Murder Mystery Night
17-19 - Holiday Open House
24 - Plaid Friday
24 - Holiday Parade of Lights
25 - Small Business Saturday
26 - Olde Fashioned Christmas
December 1 - Santa on Amtrak
2, 9, 16 - Santa at the Market
6 - Kids Shopping Downtown
10 - Holiday House Tour
Haunted History Tours
September - November
haunted@downtownwashmo.org
Kirkwood to
Washington
Twice Everyday
For more information:
1-888-7WASHMO
www.washmo.org
636-239-1743
events@downtownwashmo.org
Take I-44 West to Exit 251
Then North on Highway 100
Quincy{Off the Record}
the famous & infamous 13
astounding & amazing
self-guided driving tour
of places associated
with some of the Quincy areas
intriguing former residents
+4 more Driving Tours available
Just 2 hours north of STL on the Great River Road
Ellington
Elk Being Restored To Southeastern Missouri
by Marty Harris
The sound of elk bu-
gling can once again
be heard in Missouri
Ozark Country
around Ellington,
thanks to a restora-
tion program by the Missouri Depart-
ment of Conservation.
Due to the old story of settlement and
over-hunting, Missouri lost its last elk in
the late 1800s, said David Hasenbeck, elk
program manager, Wildlife Division of
the Missouri Department Conservation.
Efforts to reintroduce elk to Missouri
began in 2011 by bringing from Ken-
tucky 35 mostly females and youngsters
to the Peck Ranch Conservation Area in
the southeast portion of the state. The
area consists of 23,763 acres of rugged,
forested hills and hollows in Shannon
County. More elk were introduced to the
area in 2012 and 2013, bringing the total
to about 107, Hasenbeck said.
Were now up to about 140 adults,
not counting this springs calf crop, he
added. We had a good spring calving
season. It looks like the herd has grown
about 10 percent annually.
Peck Ranch Conservation Area is
part of the 346-square-mile elk restora-
tion zone which extends into portions of
Reynolds, Carter and Shannon counties.
It also includes the Current River Con-
servation Area.
Although most of the animals are still
in the Peck Ranch area, they can also
be seen west of Ellington and all along
the Current River, Hasenbeck said, not-
ing that as the herd expands, so will its
range.
Hasenbeck said it is important to re-
turn elk to the state.
Missouri Conservation Departments
bizarre
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A bull elk and cow are a familiar sight at Peck Ranch Conservation Area, 25 miles west of
Ellington. | photo Missouri Department of Conservation
mandate is to manage and restore the This (elk viewing) is one more thing
forest, fish and wildlife in Missouri, he that folks can enjoy when in the Ozarks,
said. Hasenbeck said. Elk adds one more
When thats feasible, thats what we piece of value to that country.
will try to do, he said. He said other res- To see the elk, the Missouri Depart-
toration efforts are also ongoing for the ment of Conservation offers elk self-
prairie chicken and burying beetle. guided driving tours at Peck Ranch and
Hasenbeck said other states are also Current River conservation areas. Both
seeing success in restoring their elk pop- tours have signage to help direct tourists.
ulation. Elk once roamed throughout The Current River Conservation Area
North America. driving tour runs from Highway 106 to
Most of the states surrounding Mis- South Road out of Ellington. The Peck
souri have resident elk now, said Hasen- Ranch tour begins at the office. The con-
beck, noting that 10 different eastern servation areas are open sunrise to sun-
states are in the process of restoring elk.
Wildlife in general is important to
set, seven days a week.
Elk hunting is not currently allowed.
Missouri citizens, Hasenbeck said. Its As our population expands, were
always a favorite pastime. going to look into offering a managed
In Current River country, citizens en- hunting of elk, Hasenbeck said.
joy hiking, wildlife viewing and paddling For more information, call 855-263-
an Ozark stream. 2355 or visit mdc.mo.gov.
Walk Through German History
Learn about early Lutherans in Perry County
One of the oldest Louis. The area was settled by Lutheran
communities in immigrants in the early 1800s. It includes
Missouri can the towns of Perryville and Frohna.
be found down Frohna is home to the Saxon Lutheran
Interstate 55 in Memorial, an outdoor history museum
Perry County about 80 miles from St. set in a log cabin village on 30 acres. The
museum highlights the pioneering spirit
of the early immigrants from Germany
who settled Perry County. On the
National Register of Historic Places, the
museum consists of 15 buildings, seven
of which are log cabins dating from 1820
to 1840.
Take a walk in the history book at the
Saxon Lutheran Memorial Annual Fall
Festival on Saturday, Oct. 14, 9 a.m. to
GIRLS WEEKEND 4 p.m. The event will feature live dem-
for Eight $65 EACH onstrations from the 1800s, handmade
Now Booking for 2018! crafts, German food, entertainment,
Whole House Rental apple-butter cooking, horse and buggy
rides and more.
Shuttle to Barrens Winery
In nearby Perryville, the Heartlands
Saturday Night ~ best-kept secret, shop specialty stores,
Appetizer, Dinner & Dessert visit wineries, then head to Willow House
Sunday ~ Gourmet Breakfast Bed and Breakfast, the towns first bed
Options: and breakfast. Built in 1901, the Victo-
~ Friday Night Stay additional rian home has been restored and pro-
$35 each vides many of todays accommodations.
~ Guided Kayak Tour for Couples Located just two blocks off the Perryville
and Girls Weekend Packages Square, the B&B is five minutes from
I-55.
Call ( 573 ) 547-9900
ANNUALA Walk
FALL FESTIVAL
In History Book
S a t u r d a y , O c t o b e r 1 4 , 9 a m 4 p m
Live Demonstrations from 1800s Handmade Crafts German Food
Musical Entertainment Apple Butter Cooking Blacksmithing
Bread Baking Petting the Animals Attendance Prizes
Horse & Buggy Rides and more...
Listed on National
Registry of Historical Saxon Lutheran Memorial
Places
Visit us on Facebook
Frohna, MO... just 90 minutes south of St. Louis
573-824-5404 slmhistorymuseum@gmail.com
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fall foliage, camping, fishing & more 7. Copeland-Shy

1. Clearwater Lake Welcome Center
155 Walnut, Ellington
and Webb Creek Park Oldest home in Ellington,
Hwy H, 12 miles east of built in 1882. Brochures
Ellington The quiet side of & information available.
Clearwater Lake, perfect for
fall fishing, camping, family Reynolds County
fun and more. Marina on Museum 233 S. 2nd Copeland-Shy Visitor Center
site.For reservations, www. St., Ellington Open
reserveamerica.com. Klepzig Mill Tuesday - Friday, 10-4, second Saturday of the
month. Closed November - March.
2. Black River and
Highway K Park Hwy K, 12 miles west of hiking
Ellington Fall canoe floats are a specialty plus
camping and fishing a bonus. Float concessionaire on
8. Ozark Trail Hwy 106 Blair
Creek & Current River sections, for
site. For reservations, www.reserveamerica.com.
the adventurous hiker.
3. Current River and Powder Mill Camping Blue Spring Hwy 106, 10 miles
Area Hwy 106, 12 miles west of Ellington Explore, west of Ellington 1.25 mile hike
boat, fish, hike and camp the beautiful middle section from Powder Mill, 6th largest spring in Missouri.
of the Current River. This area of river is quiet and
unfamiliar to most of the regular river enthusiasts. Brawley Park Ellington Hiking trail
Short hiking trail connects Blue Spring with Powder plus paved walking trail.
Mill area. Current River Conservation Area
explore Marked trails available.
atv, utv, horseback riding
4. Blue Spring
Missouris 6th largest spring, 9. Blair Creek Hwy 106 10 miles west of
deep blue color, short hike. Ellington, County Road 106A
5. Rocky Falls NN Hwy, Current River Conservation Area
Shannon County - Experience (CRCA) South Road, Ellington
the beautiful falls which
cascade 40' through a shut-ins
Sutton Bluff Recreational Area
Hwy 21, 15 miles north of Ellington
Buford Pond, CRCA of scenic igneous rock.
Klepzig Mill and Shut elk viewing & scenic drives
Ins CR 522, off NN Hwy, 10. Scenic Highway
Shannon County Circa 1800s grist mill.
106 This 26 mile drive
6. Current River Conservation Area between Ellington and
South Road, Ellington Listen for the Bugle! Elk, Eminence is known state
wildlife viewing with driving tour available. Ride wide for its scenic views and
the back roads, all vehicles welcome. Explore beauty. This section of highway
28,000 acres including fire tower, original log cabin, is also home to the TransAmerica

Buford Pond, archery and rifle range. Bicycle Trail and sees many

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Conservation Area is open year round, from sunrise to sunset. Hunting is permitted in CRCA. For more information

visit www.ellingtonmo.com.)

Funding for this advertising was provided by the Taum Sauk Fund, Inc.

Events: Reynolds County Fair, Sept. 28-30 Christmas Parade, Dec. 1

Stop by our new Visitors Center for additional information and brochures!
Ellington Chamber of Commerce, Copeland-Shy House Welcome Center, 155 Walnut, Ellington MO 63638 www.ellingtonmo.com
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Washington: Cuba Boasts Fun On Water, History & More

The Heart Of Wine
Country Small town is located 80 Cuba Fest, a two-day event, is held

The German town of

Washington, billed as
the Heart of Wine
Country, is less than
an hours drive
from St. Louis on
Highway 100 from
Interstate 44 and is serviced by Amtrak.
The historic river town, founded in
1833, offers shopping, dining, sightsee-
ing and wines.
The German populace began with
the arrival of 12 Catholic families in the
fall of 1833. Many of the towns historic
structures remain. Henry Ribbe and his
son Anton helped put Washington on
the map as the Corncob Pipe Capital
of the World when they began mak-
ing pipes in 1869 at the Missouri Meer-
schaum Company.
See the sights while enjoying the fes-
tivities, which the town hosts through-
out the year.
The annual Fall Festival of Arts and
Crafts at Main and Elm street will be
held on Sept. 23 and 24. It will feature
artisans from across the Midwest, music
and food. For other events, visit www.
washmo.org.
miles from St. Louis
Cuba, 80 miles south-
west of St. Louis down
Interstate 44, is known
by water enthusiasts
for its proximity to
the Meramec Riv-
er. While the river
is a big draw for floating, camping and
outdoor sports, the town boasts its own
amenities
Cuba, dubbed The Route 66 Mural
City, boasts 12 colorful, outdoor murals.
Each mural tells a story and depicts scenes
from local and national history, including
visits from Harry S. Truman, Amelia Ear-
hart and Bette Davis.
The area also touts a history museum, a
veterans memorial and the huge Route 66
Explore Effingham, Litchfield, Quincy from page 7
The Litchfield Municipal Airport will
be the site of the Remote Control Jet
Rally Sept. 8-10.
Learn about Native American cultures
at the Golden Eagle Intertribal Powwow
on Sept. 22-24, at Lake Lou Yaeger.
For more information about events or
Local and national history is depicted on 12
outdoor murals in Cuba.
| photo by Diana Linsley
Red Rocker. The rocker lost its title as the
Guinness World Record Largest Rocking
Chair. It is, however, still the largest rocker
on Route 66, and it is now painted red.
Shoppers can find unique items at resale,
art and gift shops and antique malls, plus
dining at area restaurants.
self-guided driving tours and guides.
Explore Quincys four National Reg-
ister Historic Districts in the self-guided
Architectural Driving Tour of 15 distinct
areas of the city.
The newest driving tour is the quirky
Quincy {Off the Record}. It features 13
the third weekend in October with free
narrated trolley tours of the murals, plus
crafts, music, activities, food and much
more.
Currently under construction at the
Cuba Visitor Center at Interstate 44 and
Highway 19 is a sculpture paying tribute
to the Osage legacy. Local artist Glen
Tutterrow and his son Curtis are heading
up the sculpture design and construc-
tion. Long before the road was known
as Interstate 44 and Historic Highway
66, it was called the Trail of the Osage.
The sculpture will depict an Osage fam-
ily moving westward on the Osage trail.
For a nostalgic evening under the
stars, spend it watching a movie at the
Highway 19 Drive-In in Cuba. Listen
to the movies in FM stereo or nostalgic
drive-in speakers.
and now home to the Lincoln Storyboard
Trail. All of the area Lincoln-related ven-
ues are outlined in the guide.
To salute the first African-American
priest in the U.S., Father Augustus Tolton,
the Drive the Five Tolton Sites guide is as
easy as it is educational.

See The Sights Litchfield, see the website visitlitchfield.

com.
famous, or infamous, former residents
of the Quincy area including Pulitzer
The Local Fix Culinary Guide details
70 spots to satisfy those with palates equal-

From An RV
Explore the country in a recreation-
al vehicle. A short drive southwest of
St. Louis is Eureka, home of Byerly RV
Center. Byerly has been serving cus-
tomers since 1948 and now has acres of
new and used RVs for sale. The dealer-
ship also rents and services recreation-
al vehicles.
Quincy
The best architecture outside of Chica-
go can be found in Quincy, Ill., a gem of
a river town steeped in history, hospitality
and natural beauty. Infused with a fervor
for the cultural, culinary and libational
arts, Quincy shines as a travel destination.
Visitors may experience this city, over-
looking the Mississippi River, via custom
Prize-winning author James Stewart, who
brought to life the dark story of another
native Quincyan, Michael Swango aka
the Doctor of Death.
The tour highlighting the more tradi-
tional history of the area is the Lincoln
in Quincy Guide. As a Gateway Commu-
nity to the Abraham Lincoln National
Heritage Area, Quincys Washington Park
was the 1858 Lincoln-Douglas Debate site
ly obsessed with food as Quincyans.
With the lush, fertile Mississippi River
land surrounding Quincy, five wineries
have flourished and partnered to form
the Mississippi Valley Wine Trail. Check
out the guide for details on the Trailblaz-
er Challenge: those visiting all five winer-
ies are awarded a signature T-shirt.
Download the complimentary guides
at seequincy.com or call 800-978-4748.

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