Meet the living legend who moves silos, studies the stars, and feeds the world.
Walking in the Field of Dreams
There are few movies that have touched as many people as Field of Dreams. “If you build it, he will come” quickly morphed to “If you build it, they will come.” It became a mantra along the lines of Nike’s “just do it,” which was coined just a year before the film was released. It’s a …
Preserving the Past at Floyd County Historical Museum
Explore an impressive collection of Floyd County’s past, from its history as tractor country to stepping inside a 19th century drugstore.
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Learning to Fly: Zipline Through the Trees with Long Hollow Canopy Tours
Have you ever ridden a zipline? Experience what it’s like to ride a zipline with Long Hollow Canopy Tours in Galena. It’s an experience you’ll never forget, and one you’ll want to repeat.
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Goldmoor Inn Gets It “Just Right”
Goldmoor Inn Bed & Breakfast in Galena, Illinois, is an elegant getaway located on the Mississippi River.
R, R, & R at Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa
If you’re looking to get away for some R, R, & R – rest, relaxation, and recreation – Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa is the place to go.
Into the Woods Part II: A Resort with High Morel Standards
When you’re considered one of the Midwest’s best resorts your restaurants are held to a higher standard. The cuisine needs to meet and exceed expectations of excellence. The staff should be loyal and passionate. The ingredients must be fresh and, when possible, local. Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa nails it on all counts. Located seven miles from Galena, the …
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Into the Woods Part I: Hunting for the Mighty Morel
In the world of gourmet cuisine the mighty morel is a much-desired delicacy. The distinctive mushroom is considered by many to have the best taste of all the wild fungi. With a limited growing season and specific geographic requirements it’s about as finicky as it is delicious, which explains its hefty price tag of $50 a …
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