| CAMPING ANYONE?????
Posted: 5/7/2008 8:57:18 PM | OK Folks:
I have had a few fellow fishies tell me they would like me to start a camping trip for the group. Lets use this thread to kick around good suggestions for such a weekend trip. I was thinking we should likely stay somewhere in the Chicagoland vicinity by say an hour or so? I was thinking maybe Friday night to Sunday. Toliets and showers are a must for us ladies........ I know there is a camp ground in Tinley Windy City, but it is way too close to the expressway and super noisy. Anyone have any other suggestions? Indiana might be a bit far for some, and the weekend traffic to get in and out will be tough. Kankakee? Starved Rock? Marseilles? Help me out here folks. Of course we will have to plan it and pray for good weather, though some places like Starved Rock have tiny cabins too, for those afraid of tent campng. As for dates, how about June 6-8? Wanna do families or singles? Mach, Muree, and all my feloow fishie friends who like to camp, I need you wisdom and input here. Thanks, Laurie | |
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| CAMPING ANYONE?????
Posted: 5/7/2008 9:18:34 PM | After a little bit of searching, I found the following in Kankakee.......
http://www.kankakeesouthkoa.com/
The Kankakee South KOA offers a quiet get-away-from-it-all retreat that's just an hour south of Chicago. Good restaurants, golf courses, canoe trips and Friday night stock car races are nearby. You're just 10 minutes from the Chicago Bears' training camp. At nearby Kankakee River State Park, saddle up at the stables, then take to the scenic wilderness paths. Hiking, biking, canoeing, fishing and picnicking are other favorite park pastimes. At the campground, amenities include the pool, playground, basketball and volleyball courts and a game room-or relax under one of the big, shady oaks. There's a pavilion for your reunion or party needs.
This looks like an ideal location to appeal to Indiana and Illinois fishies, with lots to do. Maybe we could plan a Saturday afternoon picnic in the pavillion for the fish? Looks like they have cabins to rent too.....what do you think? Laurie | |
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| CAMPING ANYONE?????
Posted: 5/8/2008 5:01:51 AM | hi laurie
can you swim there? it sounds nice but have you been there? i wonder if you can swim on the kankakee. the beginning of june would be to cold to swim but it would be a great time to canoe....more water. i agree with you about the distance thing, although potato creek would probably be 2 hours, its very clean and you can swim, bike, canoe, fish, hike. i vote for family since it will be a weekend; i would like to bring my son (8 y/o).
thank you so much for doing this!!!!!
maybe each 'family' could bring a dish to share? | |
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| CAMPING ANYONE?????
Posted: 5/8/2008 6:33:30 AM | Nancy:
They even have a swimming pool:
About Us
The Kankakee South KOA offers a quiet get-away-from-it-all retreat that’s just an hour south of Chicago. Good restaurants, golf courses, canoe trips and Friday night stock car races are nearby. You’re just 10 minutes from the Chicago Bears’ training camp. At nearby Kankakee River State Park, saddle up at the stables, then take to the scenic wilderness paths. Hiking, biking, canoeing, fishing and picnicking are other favorite park pastimes.
Amenities
Sites
Tent, RV ,and Kabin sites
Water/Electric/Sewer Hookups Available
Maximum length pull through - 70 feet
Services
Be escorted to your site on check-in.
Have your propane tanks or bottles filled.
Use our pavilion for an afternoon picnic, party, or reunion.
Check your email with our Hotspotzz Wireless Internet.
Purchase your Firewood and have it delivered right to your site!
Enjoy our Daily Garbage Pick-up!
Fun!!
Swimming Pool (May 24 - September 5)
Basketball and Volleyball Courts
Playground and Game Room
Planned Activities
Area Attractions
Chicago Bears Training Camp (July-August)
Take a trip to the beautiful campus at Olivet Nazarene University and watch the first place Chicago Bears as they prepare for another year of exciting NFL action.
Children's Exploration Station
At Exploration Station®, children can learn about the many facets of a community by playing within the exhibits which include a grocery store, medical clinic, post office, dental office, fire engine, vet clinic, and farm tractor (Case and John Deere). There is also the opportunity to create their own art project, play dress up, visit some live animals, and play in the Water Room where water and air power the play. More...
Canoe Trips on the Kankakee River
Reed's Canoe Trips provide people of all ages (minimum age 3 and minimum weight 35 pounds) with “an adventure close to home.” The three trips we offer range in length from approximately 2 hours to a full 6 hours on the water, and are suitable for either new or experienced canoeists. Since the Kankakee River is located only an hour south of Chicagoland, even our longest trip will fit into a one-day outing! More...
Splash Valley Water Park
Have fun in the sun at Kankakee's very own water park. More...
Oak Orthopedic Sports Arena
The Oak Orthopedic Sports Arena is the premier family ice sports complex in the Greater Kankakee Area. It features an NHL rink, state-of-the-art fitness center, Game Zone arcade, Advanced Pro Shop, Ice Cafe' Concessions, and four private party/meeting rooms. Programs include Youth Hockey, Adult Hockey, Men's League, Boot Hockey, Learn to Skate, Figure Skating, public skating, drop-in hockey, freestyle ice sessions, parties, group outings, field trips, and other special events. More...
Kankakee State Park
Hiking, Fishing, Bike Trails, Horseback Riding
Kankakee Motor Speedway
Stock Car Races, Demolition Derbies, get your motor sport fix at the Kankakee Motor Speedway. More...
Kankakee County Fairgrounds
Circus, Home Shows, Gun Shows, County Fair, Swap Meets, they have it all at the Kankakee County Fairgrounds. More...
Hidden Cove Family Fun Park
This your family's one stop for fun. Hidden Cove has something for everyone. Mini Golf, Driving Range, Batting Cages, Go-Karts, Bumper Cars, Video Game Arcade, Paint Ball, Miniature Bowling, Roller Skating, and much more. When your finished, relax at the Lighthouse Pizza Co., for some of the best pizza in town. More...
Day Trips
Chicago (1 Hour)
Shedd Aquarium and Museums
Free Summer Festivals in Grant Park
Shopping and Dining
Major League Baseball - World Series Champion Chicago White Sox or Chicago Cubs
Brookfield Zoo or Lincoln Park Zoo
Navy Pier
Much More
Chicagoland/Route 66 Speedway (45 Minutes)
Visit Chicagoland's very own NASCAR Speedway. More...
Rockome Gardens (1 1/2 Hours)
Take a trip to Amish Country. More... | |
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| Camping Trip Set June 6-8, 2008 Kankakee South KOA
Posted: 5/8/2008 8:23:59 AM | Camping Trip June 6-8, 2008
Families & Singles, everyone welcome!
Check in/out time is noon.
Kankakee South KOA costs:
The owner is accommodating POF, and has blocked many tent sites, a few trailer sites too, all close to each other. One tent site has water & electric we can use for the group. If we have a large group, he will let us use the Pavillion Saturday for free. The reduced flat rate cost he is giving us is $5 per person per night. (Kids and adults)
(Usual costs are $27 per night for tent site, $30 per night for tent site with water & electric, so they are being very kind to us.
I am planning an agenda for those who want to partake:
Friday afternoon & evening fishie arrival and camp set up, bond fire 8pm
Saturday morning canoe trip details, possible horseback riding details, fishie cookout dinner 5pm and evening bond fire.
More details later as to what to bring...........
For now I have to have a final head count in by May 28th. If you want to go, please sign up for the event, and send me an email with your contact info, so I can get you details as we get closer. You will also need to call KOA at 1-800-562-4192 and rsvp with your credit card for the number of people in your group so they can assign you the type of site you need. Keep in mind the warm season is here, so things will fill up quickly. If we need more sites early enough they can accommodate us. | |
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| Camping Trip Set June 6-8, 2008 Kankakee South KOA
Posted: 5/8/2008 8:01:29 PM | That is so cool you are planning this. I can't make it, it's my daughters graduation weekend.
But I am a camper through and through. I will be with you in spirit! The Kankakee River is a true blessing in this part of the state.
Have a great time!
I'm eating my heart out for missing ths one.
Regards, Bob | |
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| Camping Trip Set June 6-8, 2008 Kankakee South KOA
Posted: 5/8/2008 8:17:52 PM | laurie
awesome job your doing. thanks for educating me......i'd love to camp on a demo derby weekend!!! do you know their schedule?
my sons birthday is june 6th so i cant go then. big time bummer. and like bob o link said, its a big graduation party weekend .
i can come on saturday though.
again
thanks for organizing ....it'll be fun!!!
nancy | |
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| Camping Trip Set June 6-8, 2008 Kankakee South KOA
Posted: 5/8/2008 8:22:43 PM | Bob:
Sorry we are going to miss you.......
Nancy:
You most certainly can come on Saturday! Firday night most people get there later anyway, Saturday is when all the action is!!!!!
Not sure about the derby schedule, as we get closer I will get lots of details on the areas activites! Laurie | |
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| CAMPING ANYONE?????
Posted: 5/9/2008 2:31:32 PM | | hi im oldtomcat50 yess i wood love to camp out iv done it be for its great just wear and when im single and looking | |
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| Camping Trip Set June 6-8, 2008 Kankakee South KOA
Posted: 5/9/2008 4:23:07 PM | Hey laurie ,GREAT job!! Thanks for setting this up!! Sounds like a great campsite!! Do they have a web site so we can check out cabins and such?? Like i said on other forum iam working that weekend i will try to get Sat off and be there for the rest of weekend!!
Yes check out derby schedule but chilling at a camp fire is just as much fun!! | |
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| Camping Trip Set June 6-8, 2008 Kankakee South KOA
Posted: 5/9/2008 5:09:56 PM | Hey Mach:
They onlyhave one cabin, and its booked, so you will have to tent camp unless you have a trailer? I can't wait for the camp fires! I hope you can get the day off work, you won;t regret it!!!! Turn in the badge for a weekend and have a little fun.... Laurie | |
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| CAMPING ANYONE?????
Posted: 5/9/2008 5:11:42 PM | Oldtomcat:
Under the usa forum, click on illinois, then singles events, then you will see the camping trip for Jun 6-8 posted. You can sign up there, and all the details for the event are listed........ Laurie | |
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| CAMPING ANYONE?????
Posted: 5/9/2008 5:38:07 PM | I was just at that campground a couple weeks ago with my campers club from work. The Kankakee South Koa is actually located just south of the Kankakee County Fairgrounds off Rt. 45 & 52 (south of the junction of Rt. 45/52 & I-57) in Chebanse, IL. It is very easy to get to, and it is a nice small quiet campground. You can make reservations online at kankakeesouthkoa.com. They also have an area just for your dogs. They can place you down at that end of the campground if you wish for more convienence for you and your dog...even provide baggies. LOL
I won't be able to go on this camping get-together because I will be in Effingham for the IL State HOG Rally. But if there is going to be another camping event, I would love to go!!
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| CAMPING ANYONE?????
Posted: 5/16/2008 9:24:31 PM | my vote is no families.
What do I have to do to get into this? | |
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| CAMPING ANYONE?????
Posted: 5/17/2008 11:40:08 AM | | Sorry Polera, families alreadycoming. See signles events under Illinois, the sign up and info is there, for June 6-8 at Kankakee South KOA. Laurie | |
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