Things To Do
Tangled Roots Brewing Company - The Lone Buffalo
812 La Salle Street, Ottawa, IL 61350, (815) 324-9549
This is the brewery Mary works for. They have delicious beer and food as well as tours by appointment.
Matthiessen State Park
2500 Illinois 178, Oglesby, IL 61348, (815) 667-4868
If you're looking for a bit of outdoor fun, Matthiessen has wonderful hiking trails.
Open Space Art Gallery and Studios, LLC
223 West Madison Street, Ottawa, IL 61350, (815) 293-7099
Open Space is a lovely art gallery in downtown Ottawa.
Jerry's Tap
119 North Lincoln Street, Ransom, IL 60470, (815) 586-9247
Jerry's Tap is a delightful bar and restaurant in Ransom, where Mary and Axel live.
Starved Rock State Park
2668 East 875th Road, Oglesby, IL 61348, (815) 667-4726
Starved Rock State Park has great hiking and a wonderful lodge to hang out in and grab a drink or food.
August Hill Winery Tasting Room
106 Mill Street, North Utica, IL 61373, (815) 667-5211
August Hill is a cute local winery.
Spring Lake Park
Spring Lake Road, Streator, IL 61364, (815) 822-7501
A nice little place just outside Streator to spend some time outdoors.
More On Main
317 Illinois 18, Streator, IL 61364, (815) 822-9152
Our favorite coffee shop around. Be sure to try the energy bites and Green Roo-berry Tea!
For all the days along the way