Miss Illinois Ariel Beverly positions her climbing rope preparing for a climb with Erik Oberg, of Touch of Nature. Article Provided By: Southernmost Illinois Tourism – Booth 601 MAKANDA, IL – With the beautiful backdrop of the Shawnee National Forest, all seasons lure outdoor enthusiasts to Southern Illinois for fishing, hiking, backpacking, mountain biking and […]
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5 Essentials for Every Meditation
Today it’s hard to miss the buzz around mindfulness and meditation. It’s talked about on the news, in sports, corporations, magazine covers, yoga studios, and even schools. Science shows that meditators have better sleep, attention, immunity, blood pressure, relationships, and overall health. We now have research to show that meditation has even created physical changes […]
SEE THE SHAWNEE NATIONAL FOREST ON HORSEBACK
Great Views Article Provided By: Southernmost Illinois Tourism – Booth 601 Located in southern Illinois, Shawnee National Forest lies between the mighty Mississippi and Ohio Rivers. It has some of the most beautiful scenery in the Midwest, such as unique rock formations, caves, spectacular bluffs and canyons. Shawnee National Forest offers hiking, backpacking, hunting, fishing, […]
The Tunnel Hill State Trail
Article Provided By: Southernmost Illinois Tourism – Booth 712 The Tunnel Hill State Trail offers bicyclists and other outdoor recreationists with 45 of the most beautiful and peaceful miles in Illinois. The Trail stretches south from Harrisburg, through Vienna to Karnak, and includes a 2.5-mile spur through the Cache River State Nature Area from Karnak […]
Saucy Chili-Orange Pork Back Ribs
7 Ingredients – 2 Hours SERVINGS: 4 INGREDIENTS: 4 pounds pork back ribs 1 1/2 cups orange juice (OR apple juice) 1/2 cup chili sauce 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce 1 tablespoon orange rind (grated) 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce (or to taste) 2 teaspoons brown sugar (firmly packed) Directions STEP 1 Place ribs in a […]
The Disney Wonder
Written by Crystal Boston, Travel Specialist I recently returned from my first experience on the Disney Wonder, this was my final new Disney Cruise ship experience until the new ships debut in 2021, 2022, and 2023. There are so many things that I enjoy about sailing with Disney Cruise Line… large staterooms with under-bed space, […]
How Birthright Supports Working Moms
By Faith Downing, Outreach Coordinator When it comes to working women, there is perhaps no force to be reckoned with like that of a working mom. As an organization that walked alongside 651 women in their prospective pregnancy journeys in 2018, many of whom were working moms, we know firsthand the unique challenges and obstacles […]
Nature’s Anti-Aging Secret Revealed
Lourdes Wellness Spa When you want to treat yourself to a spa-like boost and don’t want to use chemicals, try this natural anti-aging food. Skin often shows the first visible signs of aging. Avocado is a popular, natural beauty treatment for anti-aging, inside and out. Topical application and consumption of avocado has been indicated in […]
Winter Skin Care Tips from Albertini International
The heat is on and my skin instantly feels tight. The change in the humidity level indoors makes our skin feel rough when we turn on the heat. Our hands seem to become dry overnight, especially the cuticles. Before bed, wet your hands and apply Divine Skin Hydrator. The vitamin B5 and shea butter in […]
How the Netcessity Seat Caddy was Born
We are three women (mom and 2 daughters) who invented a unique product that provides convenience to anyone who drives a car. Born of a daily aggravation of hitting the brakes and losing the contents of a purse, a grocery bag, a lunch, a beverage, or a laptop, which toppled from the passenger seat to […]