Treat yourself to a - Starved Rock State Park

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Spring/Summer 2013
www.starvedrocklodge.com
www.starvedrockstatepark.org
www.starvedrockseniors.com
800-868-7625
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Treat yourself to a
EXPERIENCE THE
T
Magic
Getaway
SPRING GETAWAY
SUMMER GETAWAY
HIKE INTO HISTORY
SHOW PACKAGES
OF THE MIDWEST
ired of taking a vacation and needing one when you get home? This won’t be the case
when you take a break at Starved Rock, one of Illinois’ historic gems. Conveniently
located at the crossroads of the Midwest, near the junction of I-80 and I-39, the Starved
Rock area will surprise you with its seasonal waterfalls, deep canyons, 13 miles of hiking trails,
historic Lodge and unique attractions. We have over 600 activities, outdoor dining & music on the
Veranda, rooms in our historic lodge along with comfy cabins in the woods and much, much more.
We invite you to plan a one-tank getaway to Starved Rock Lodge and experience the magic that
changes daily. Our guests return here year after year because each season offers a different kind
of beauty that enhances a tradition worth keeping. See page 2 for more LaSalle County fun! Our
website is a great place to start. Or call us toll-free at 800-868-7625.
Migratory Bird Festival
May 3 & 4
Music of the River
Tour & Cruise
Hundreds of species of birds
migrate through Starved Rock State
Park each spring. Be a part of The
Great Migration Challenge, create a
Bird Buffet and join in other
interactive adventures. An all-day
wristband pass costs just $5.00. See
our website for all the details. Call
(815) 220-7386 to register.
Visitors to Starved Rock State
Park & Lodge can enjoy a leisurely
tour on Tuesdays at 10:45 am,
including a to-go lunch, a trolley tour
AND a 90-minute cruise on Belle of
the Rock (where you will enjoy the
music of local guitarist Kevin
Kramer.) You may even decide to sing
along! At $42.00 per person, this is a
tour experience not to be missed.
Contact the Activities Department at
(815)220-7386 for more information
and to book your cruise!
Pioneer Festival
A weekend of old time traditions
await Lodge and Park visitors on
August 16-18. Activities include
Olde-time Photographs, Medicine
Shows, Storytellers, and a Chuck
Wagon Dinner & Cowboy Show.
Register at: www.starvedrocklodge.
com for more details and an event
schedule.
The Amazing Race –
Starved Rock Lodge Style
If you have a competitive side and
are looking for adventure, The
Amazing Race – Starved Rock
Lodge Style is just right for you.
Spend an exciting day solving
devious puzzles and learning
about Starved Rock Lodge and
the surrounding area. The race
requires wits, energy, and a sense
of adventure as you compete
against time and other racers. This
is a fantastic activity for families
with children over the age of 8. Compete in teams of two. The cost is
$50.00 per team and a vehicle is required. The Amazing Race –
Starved Rock Lodge Style will run on select
Sundays from May-September.
Advance registration is required.
For more information and
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reservations call Starved Rock
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Lodge’s Activities Department
Starved Rock from:
at 815-220-7386.
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Explore LaSalle County •
Tying the Knot at the Rock • Find a Hike
You’ll Like • 2013 Packages that Rock!
EXPLORE
Stay at the Lodge –
Explore
LaSalle County
A stay at Starved Rock Lodge treats guests to the beauty of nature just outside their door, the historic
feel of our majestic Great Hall and a location that serves as just the starting point for great opportunities
to explore beyond the confines of the state park. In addition to all the Lodge has to offer, guests can
enjoy many more events and activities in our surrounding communities. LaSalle County is home to
55 small towns that embrace their history and offer visitors a vast number of ways to explore and enjoy
the adventures that LaSalle County has in store!
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Go Ziplining at Zip Chicago – Marseilles
Go horseback riding at Cedar Creek Ranch – Cedar Point
LaSalle County Historical Museum – Utica
Ottawa Historical Society – Ottawa
Hegeler Carus Mansion – LaSalle
Senica’s Oak Ridge Golf Club - LaSalle
Pine Hills Golf Course - Ottawa
Paddle the Fox River with C&M Canoe Rental - Ottawa
Step back to 1848 on the historic Canal Boat – LaSalle
Visit the Scouting Museum – Ottawa
Take a bite out of the Sweet Corn Festival – Mendota
LaSalle Summer Fest – LaSalle
Watch fireworks at the 4th of July Celebration - Streator
Ottawa Two Rivers Wine & Jazz Fest – Ottawa
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ttend the Maud Powell Music Celebration – Peru
Shopping & Antique Hunting – LaSalle County
W
ine Tasting at IL River Winery,
August Hill & Cattails – Utica
In LaSalle County the opportunities to shop are seemingly
limitless. Whether it’s an ensemble for a special occasion or
beautiful jewelry you’ll find it here. Many home decorating
and accessory shops are here to help inspire you as you
seek out that perfect item for your home. Antique stores
abound where you are sure to find a treasure or two.
Time Well-Spent When Groups Meet at Starved Rock
Planning a group meeting or conference takes time, but that time is well
spent when group leaders work with
the professional, experienced staff
at Starved Rock Lodge. Not only is
your time well spent, but so is your
money. With affordable midweek
sleeping room rates, great spring &
summer meetings are possible. In
March through June take advantage
of a 50% discount on select dates for
2012 marked the 20th year that
conference rooms. The Lodge offers
Trinity Services hosted their annual
six private meeting rooms that range
meeting at Starved Rock.
in size and price. For large groups,
onsite catering options add convenience and the chance to take advantage of time that would
otherwise be spent traveling to other sites for meals. There are three additional sites for meal
options ranging from the casual Starved Rock Café to the Historic Main Dining Room to the
always fun Back Door Lounge. Free parking and complimentary Wi-Fi add to the convenience
and affordability.
While it is important to devote as much time to business when holding a meeting, time away
from the conference room can be valuable as well. The Lodge’s Sales Team works closely with the
Activities Department to help you plan teambuilding experiences that can include a scavenger
hunt , trolley tour, or a guided hike to one or more of our 18 canyons or overlooks.
Starved Rock Lodge is centrally located in the heart of North Central Illinois so meeting
attendees don’t have to devote too much time to travel. A one-tank trip from Chicagoland,
Peoria, Springfield, Rockford or the Quad Cities makes Starved Rock Lodge a great choice
for a meeting or conference leader that wants to use his time efficiently.
Contact our professional, experienced sales staff today! 1-800-868-7625, ext 333.
New Look! New Menu Options!
We’re proud to show off our new, hand-crafted
(made in America) furniture in our Main Dining
Room. Plus, we’ve added a gluten-free menu
to our already popular list of dining options.
Whether you choose to join us for breakfast,
lunch, dinner or Sunday Brunch, our chefs and
staff will make sure you have a great dining
experience. Call (815) 220-7321.
This brief look at what LaSalle County has to offer
should inspire you to visit Starved Rock Lodge and
LaSalle County. For a full listing and event details go to
www.enjoylasallecounty.com.
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Tying the Knot
F
at the Rock
or the second year in a row, brides and
grooms on TheKnot.com have chosen
Starved Rock Lodge as one of the best
wedding venues in Illinois. Have an outdoor
wedding overlooking “The Rock” or an
Choose from 40+ Musical Tribute Matinee & Dinner Shows!
indoor ceremony in the Great Hall, followed
Tribute to Neil Diamond
Tribute to Patsy Cline
Legacy Girls – Andrew Sisters
Legacy Girls – 50s & 60s Show
Tribute to Bing Crosby
Tom Jones & Company
Bob Hope & Friends
Tribute to Elvis
by a one-of-a-kind reception! Let us help
YOU plan your dream wedding!
Call (815) 220-7333 and we’ll help you tie the knot!
And in November…
Walk the Line,
Tribute to Johnny Cash
Christmas Shows:
The Legacy Girls Christmas
Christmas with Frank Sinatra
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Bus Touups
& Gro me!
Welco
Visit starvedrocklodge.com for show dates and prices • Overnight packages available
STARVED ROCK LODGE CALENDAR OF EVENTS
(Call 815. 220. 7386 or see our website for details… www.starvedrocklodge.com )
Find a Hike You'll Like
A memorable visit to Starved Rock is usually
enhanced by the weather. We speak from
experience when we say the weather changes
daily and so does the look of the Park. Will
spring arrive hesitantly or will we have three
days of 80 degree temperatures and sunshine?
As much as the robin is the harbinger of spring
it’s the green that we can’t wait to see. The
newness of all that is spring quickly gives way
to all that is summer. Spring is a fast season,
but summer lingers, giving hikers an unending
opportunity to explore and discover an everchanging landscape. The pace of life at Starved
Rock tends to be slower. Two or three hours
buys you several choices of hikes to the hot
spots or you can go all-out and join the
MegaHike (all canyons in one day, 13.4 miles
round-trip). How much time do you have?
Check out the variety of hikes that are waiting
for you! See the Virginia Bluebells (April &
May) and May Apples in bloom, with
hundreds more wildflowers to follow. There are
over 225 blooms to see between February and
late September. So, stop watching the clock
and look at a compass instead! The therapeutic
value of a walk in the woods will do wonders
for your heart, mind and soul. Check our
Facebook page for wildflower updates.
One-Hour Hikes:
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Option #1 – The best must-take hike is a walk to the
top of Starved Rock. Spend a little time at the top and
enjoy the panoramic view of the scenic Illinois River
Valley below and take in the rich history of this
National Historic Landmark.
Option #2 – Park at the Ottawa Canyon lot along Route
71 and hike through Council Overhang. Veer right to
see Ottawa Canyon, hike out and walk into Kaskaskia
Canyon. Ottawa & Kaskaskia Canyons couldn’t be more
different from each other. Take this hike and see for
yourself!
Two-Hour Hikes:
2
Option #1 – French Canyon, Lover’s Leap & Eagle Cliff.
Start at the Starved Rock Visitor Center and hike in and
out of French Canyon then take Jacob’s ladder to Lover’s
Leap and Eagle Cliff. This hike takes you to the highest
overlook above the Illinois River at the Park. You’ll also
see the Park’s most visited canyon.
Option #2 – Hike from the Lodge to Wildcat Canyon via
the Campanula Trail. Return by way of Eagle Cliff &
Lover’s Leap on the Bluff. Trail. Wildcat Canyon is our
deepest canyon and you’ll enjoy the serenity of the
bluff trail.
Option #3 – Begin at Starved Rock Lodge (west trailhead)
and head to St. Louis Canyon via the bluff trail which takes
you past Aurora, Kickapoo and Sac Canyons. This hike will
take you to four canyons on one trail!
Three-Hour Hikes:
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Option #1 – Take a Guided Hike every Saturday &
Sunday. Departs from the Lodge and hikers visit LaSalle
and Tonti Canyons with many vistas along the way.
Outbound trek on the Bluff Trail for the up-high views
and the return trip is via the River Trail for a walk along
the mighty Illinois. $12/winter; $17 spring, summer,
fall. Pre-registration required.
Four-Hour & All-Day Hikes:
Option #1 – Park & Hike (Use Visitor Parking on Route
71 for Ottawa & Illinois Canyons, then drive to the
next parking area west for LaSalle Canyon (caution:
steep steps) A hike to Ottawa canyon holds Council
Over-hang as a bonus and Illinois Canyon is our widest
canyon that may include a chance to cross its stream
three times!
Option #2 – The Mega Hike (Offered April & Sept). Hike
all 18 canyons in one day with experienced guides.
Lunch & T-shirt included ($35). Advanced registration
required. Enjoy an insider’s point of view as you hike
with members of the Starved Rock Walkers Club.
For Guided Hikes and MegaHikes, call the
Activities Department at (815) 220-7386
2013
PACKAGES
THAT ROCK!
* ALL packages include one overnight stay
(double occupancy) at historic Starved Rock Lodge.
Excludes two-room Pioneer Cabin.
See complete details and MORE packages at:
or call 800-868-7625.
Some restrictions apply.
APRIL 2013
“Take a (Guided) Hike” with lunch
(Every Saturday & Sunday)
Historic Trolley Tours (Sundays)
Wine & Shopping Tours (Every Friday)
Waterfall & Canyon Tours (Saturday & Monday)
Wine Tasting in the Café (Every Saturday)
1 & 22: Dinner with Strings
6: Survival Skills “1”
20: Survival Skills “2”
25: SPA NIGHT at Cattails (Rt. 6 & 178)
(Call 815-667-4550 to register)
27: Starved Rock Photography Club
27 & 28: Spring MegaHike (all canyons in 1 day)
27 & 28: Wildflower Pilgrimage Weekend
MAY 2013
Canal Boat & Trolley Tour (Every Friday w/lunch)
Waterfall & Canyon Tours (Monday & Saturday)
Wine Tasting in the Café (Every Saturday)
3 & 4: Migratory Bird Festival at
Starved Rock Lodge
5: Blessing of the Bikes (Motorcycle Blessing)
10: Dueling Pianos
17, 18 & 19: Outdoor Woman Workshop
26: Amazing Race – Starved Rock Lodge Style
JUNE 2013
Land & Water Cruise
(Monday, Wednesday & Saturday)
Canal Boat & Trolley Tour (Every Friday)
Music of the River Cruise (Every Tuesday)
Dinner & Evening Cruise (Monday & Thursday)
Wine tasting in the Café (Every Saturday)
Wilderness Wednesdays (Every Wednesday)
Storytelling (Every Saturday)
2 & 23: Amazing Race – Starved Rock Lodge Style
2: Music & Wines Under the Pines
7, 8 & 9: Storytelling Weekend
16: Drum Circle
23: Falconry Program
30: Chuck Wagon Dinner & Cowboy Show
JULY 2013
Land & Water Cruise (Monday, Wednesday
& Saturday)
14 & 28: Chuck Wagon Dinner & Cowboy Show
21: Music & Wines Under the Pines
AUGUST 2013
Land & Water Cruise
(Monday, Wednesday & Saturday)
11 & 18: Chuck Wagon Dinner & Cowboy Show
16-18: Pioneer Festival
24: Starved Rock
Photography Club
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25: Music & Wines
Event
Under the Pines
Spring Getaway - $95.00 plus tax*
Seasonal waterfalls are waiting to be discovered by you. Package includes a
one-night stay in the Lodge or a Cabin, plus $15.00 voucher for breakfast
in our Dining Room. This package is available Monday through Thursday
nights, from February 4 through May 31.
Summer Fun Getaway - $145.00 plus tax*
Hike at your leisure and discover all that is great about Starved Rock.
Package includes room for two, $40.00 voucher for dinner in the Dining
Room, and a $15.00 voucher for Breakfast in the Dining Room the next
morning. Package is available Monday through Thursday nights from
May 1 through June 30 and August 1 through September 30. The Dining
Room is open until 8 pm on weekdays during these package times.
Hike Into History Getaway - $130.00 plus tax*
Offered Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights in March, April, May,
June, August, September, November & December. Package for 2 guests
includes an overnight stay, pre-scheduled guided hike and a $15 Dining
Room coupon for lunch.
Love Starved Rock Getaway - $175.00 plus tax*
Package includes room for two, $40.00 voucher for dinner in the Dining
Room, and a $15.00 voucher for Breakfast in the Dining Room the next
morning. Plus a delivery of Starved Rock Bubbly and two souvenir wine
glasses. Package is available Monday through Thursday nights from May 1
through June 30 and August 1 through September 30. Be sure to post your
photos to Instagram with the hashtag #loveStarved Rock!
to
444888
to receive
updates on
Lodge events.
In Touch with Your Natural Side
Photo Contest Winners
Over 125 photos were entered in the “In Touch with Your Natural
Side” photography contest, which was held in the Great Hall of the
Lodge earlier this year. Ben Just, of McNabb, took first place in the youth
category. Coby Cooper, of Metamora, took first place in the general category. Jacki Pienta, of
McNabb, took first place in the Starved Rock Lodge employee category, and Manuel D. Perez, of
Downers Gove, took first place in the Senior category.
Photo Contest & Club
Our 2013 photography contest brought us some great shots and produced 12 winners in
4 categories (youth, senior, general & employee). The contest was such a success that we
have begun planning for our 2014 competition “Nature at its Best.” Check our website for
more information and contest rules. By the way, if you have a passion for the camera, join
our Photography Club. The casual group meets on the 4th Saturday of each month and
hikes from 9 am until noon, sharing talents and tips from those who attend. For more
information call 815-220-7354 and talk to Jacki Pienta, club leader.
Back Door Lounge & Veranda
A Summer of Fun in the Great Outdoors!
Coby Cooper, Metamora
Devil’s Nose
Ben Just, McNabb
Bee & Flower
Spring & Summer at the Back Door Lounge means Veranda Parties where we host live music
outdoors beginning Memorial Day weekend. Relax with friends, order a cold Starved Rock
Signature Ale, and relish in the beautiful view of the Illinois River Valley The grill
opens at 5 pm and music starts at 8 pm. If you’re biding your time until the outdoor
Veranda parties kick off, just head inside to the Back Door Lounge on Friday evenings from
8-11 pm. Great food, great drinks, great atmosphere and a really great time! For a complete
list of upcoming events & entertainment, visit www.starvedrocklodge.com.
Manuel D. Perez, Downers Grove
Canyon in the Fall
Jacki Pienta, McNabb
French Top
Shopping at THE ROCK
Veranda Party Kick Off Party
May 24 (8-11 pm)
Texaco Country Showdown
June 18 – July 16 (7 pm)
Lounge
to
Jimmy Buffet Night
July 19 (8-11 pm)
Save the Date
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Blessing
of the Bikes
Sunday, May 5 (Noon & 1:30 pm)
Register to win a
Harley Davidson Street Bob
for
Veranda
Updates.
for these
upcoming events on the Veranda!
Sept. 8: Harley Davidson
Street Bob Giveaway
Sept. 29: Keg Tapping on the Veranda
Nov. 8: Leinenkugel Dinner
Visit www.starvedrocklodge.com and
www.starvedrockstatepark.org to see our complete calendar.
Just for the Kids
T-shirts & backpacks (plush toys, too)
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Working moms love the choices Starved Rock Gift Shop
Great gifts for family and friends
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Fashion-forward shoppers Trailheads Concessions
We even have Effie’s Hart dresses
(a favorite of Taylor Swift)
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Young-at-heart-shoppers
Fleece and jersey styles,
jewelry & handbags
(in the Starved Rock Visitor Center)
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Cattails
Starved Rock Marketplace
(US 6 & Hwy. 178 in Utica)
Routes 178 & 71 • Utica, IL 61373
1-800-868-7625

Treat yourself to a - Starved Rock State Park

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