Get Away to Clinton County, Illinois
The annual King Kat Tournament returns to Carlyle, IL, this June. This Cabela’s-sponsored catfish competition is now ten years old. The Tournament Trail includes 12 events in ten different states. In addition, our local participants can earn the right to … Continue reading
An old joke says you need a vacation when you start looking like the picture on your passport or driver’s license. So if you are considering looking in the mirror, stop and plan a getaway to Clinton County, IL, instead! … Continue reading
Whether you are a visitor or resident of Clinton County, there are few things more relaxing than spending an evening or afternoon enjoying the combination of good food and great company. To make that pastime easier, we have put together … Continue reading
Updated February 2023 If you are looking for any excuse to visit Clinton County, IL, this spring, you are lucky! Maybe you’ve heard about the beautiful scenery, pleasant weather, and fun activities, so you need to find what sparks your … Continue reading
Updated January 2023 Excel Bottling Company in Breese, IL, specialty soda and craft beers have been keeping families in the region happy for over 80 years. How it all got started is an interesting story! The founder, Edward “Lefty” Meier, … Continue reading
The flurry of the holidays is over, and it is time to get up off the couch. But the question is, what are the best things to do in winter in Clinton County, IL? The slower pace of winter is … Continue reading
Updated for 2022. The change of season is beginning to show itself, with the smell of autumn in the air and the cooling temperatures in the evening. With the change of seasons comes the dilemma of choosing the perfect gift. … Continue reading
Updated for 2022. Isn’t it crazy how the holidays sneak up on you? It hardly seems possible that it is time for all our favorite holiday events near Carlyle, IL. Are you like us and complain at the first signs … Continue reading
Updated September 2022. Autumn’s cooler weather is tailor-made for getting outdoors, and we’re sure you’ll enjoy fall hiking in Clinton County, IL. With the beauty of the changing natural tapestry of colors overhead and the crunch of fallen leaves underfoot, … Continue reading
We do love our golf here in Clinton County, so it’s hard to decide which season is the best for golf! Is it spring, when it feels so great to get out after winter? Is it summer when daylight hours … Continue reading