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Hiking in the Cold and Snow
How to enjoy a hike at Starved Rock State Park in the midst of winter...What you need to know before hiking at Starved Rock this winter...

starvedrockhikers
Jan 4, 20253 min read
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Eagle Watch Weekend at Starved Rock State Park
Eagle Watch Weekend offers free, family-friendly fun for nature lovers at Starved Rock! Bundle up for an unforgettable winter adventure...

starvedrockhikers
Dec 3, 20244 min read
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Fall Hiking Recommendations
The most anticipated questions around hiking at Starved Rock during Fall to help make your day a breeze.

starvedrockhikers
Oct 3, 20243 min read
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5 Tips for Hiking with Kids this Summer
It's the middle of summer and families are looking for ways to go outside and make memories, even in the summer heat...

Liz Christensen
Aug 4, 20243 min read
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ICE CLIMBERS OF STARVED ROCK DOCUMENTARY TO PREMIERE FEB 3, 2024
The public is invited to an unforgettable evening at the Roxy Cinema on Saturday, February 3, 2024, where the film will be screened at....

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Jan 30, 20243 min read
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Meeting the Ice Climbers of Starved Rock State Park, IL
The stories, challenges, and tips of two experienced Starved Rock icefall climbers. The ice is in and the climbers are out! Ice climbers...

starvedrockhikers
Jan 18, 20243 min read
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2023 Highlights | Letter from our Co-Founder
As we approach the end of 2023, I'm thrilled to reflect on the incredible journey we've had. This year...

starvedrockhikers
Dec 24, 20232 min read
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How to Take Your Best Photos on the Next Hike
How do you capture your best photos on your next hike? Hear from a local photographer to help make your next photography hike a success...

starvedrockhikers
Sep 3, 20233 min read
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Starved Rock Hikers Launches New Map for Starved Rock State Park
A unique, visually appealing, hand-drawn Starved Rock map for all hikers. The new map is designed to...

starvedrockhikers
Apr 18, 20232 min read
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Camping Near Starved Rock State Park
As spring gets closer & the weather warms up, camping season has arrived. Camping is a great way to experience & be one with the outdoors...

starvedrockhikers
Apr 12, 20232 min read
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Top 5 Winter Instagram Posts - 2023
As the winter season of the park ends, we would like to look back at 5 of our favorite Instagram posts, where @starvedrockhikers was...

starvedrockhikers
Apr 6, 20232 min read
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Starved Rock Hikers Featured on Let's Go with Catie Keogh Podcast
Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park, and Starved Rock Hikers were recently featured in the "Midwest Winter Destinations" episode

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Dec 19, 20221 min read
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