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Paddle Your Way To See The Best Fall Colors

Paddle Your Way To See The Best Fall Colors

It’s hard not to get a scenic vista when you’re paddling. Throw in the changing colors of autumn, however, and you’re in for a real…
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7 Colorful Canoe Trips to Try This Fall

7 Colorful Canoe Trips to Try This Fall

There are few better ways to witness the fabulous fiery colors of fall than from the water. The air is crisp and reflections from the foliage dance…
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5 Great Paddleboarding Spots in Illinois

5 Great Paddleboarding Spots in Illinois

Paddleboarding is a unique experience, granting paddlers a new perspective of a river, lake, reservoir, or ocean. Not only is this water sport…
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6 Terrific Whitewater Parks in America

6 Terrific Whitewater Parks in America

Rafting down mountain rivers is nothing short of addicting, but it’s not your only option for thrills. Whitewater parks are sprinkled…
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5 Exhilarating Jet Skiing Spots in Illinois

5 Exhilarating Jet Skiing Spots in Illinois

There’s nothing quite like jet skiing on a calm, beautiful lake surrounded by nature. The abundant lakes in Illinois provide many opportunities…
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The Best Reasons You Should Try Wakeboarding This Summer

The Best Reasons You Should Try Wakeboarding This Summer

If you’re a fan of water skiing or tubing out on the lake on a hot summer day, wakeboarding might be the next sport for you. Not only is this…
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5 Amazing Water Trails You Need To Try Right Now!

5 Amazing Water Trails You Need To Try Right Now!

Mountains have them, municipalities have them, so why shouldn’t waterways have them as well? I’m talking about trails that keep you on a…
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8 Common Sense Tips for Buying Your First Boat

8 Common Sense Tips for Buying Your First Boat

A boat, even if it’s a small used one, can be a big purchase. Boat ownership entails a lot of responsibility and can be expensive, as well. If…
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5 Excellent Places for Beginners to Kayak in Illinois

5 Excellent Places for Beginners to Kayak in Illinois

Kayaking allows you to experience nature at its finest—on the water’s surface surrounded by wildlife. Illinois has many beautiful rivers…
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10 Essential Pieces of Gear for Paddle-Sports Beginners

10 Essential Pieces of Gear for Paddle-Sports Beginners

Feeling ready to dip a paddle into some cool waters this summer?  Take your pick from kayaking, canoeing or stand-up paddleboarding….but…
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Kayak Safety: 5 Essential Survival Skills to Know

Kayak Safety: 5 Essential Survival Skills to Know

Sitting atop a kayak on the water is a great way to experience nature from a new vantage point. Whether you're embarking on a leisurely journey on a…
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How to Prepare for a Canoe Camping Trip

How to Prepare for a Canoe Camping Trip

Canoe camping transforms a regular old camping trip into a more adventurous excursion, but it's pivotal to take the steps to properly prepare. You…
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Kayak Adventures—5 Warm-Weather Escapes To Try Right Now

Kayak Adventures—5 Warm-Weather Escapes To Try Right Now

Just because Old Man Winter is rearing his balaclava-covered head, doesn't mean you have to hang up your paddle. From sea kayaking along warm,…
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Paddle Games—3 Fun Games To Play On The Water

Paddle Games—3 Fun Games To Play On The Water

“I Spy”: (“I spy something green, something wet, etc.”) – perhaps make a rule that it can only be something people…
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5 Best Whitewater Day Trips In America

5 Best Whitewater Day Trips In America

Summer is here and now is the best time to enjoy a whitewater adventure with friends and family. Outfitted trips can be found all across the U.S. and…
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Events Near Lomax IL

Good Hope Turkey Trot

Thursday, Nov 28, 2024 at 8:00am
Good Hope Firehouse
Good Hope, IL
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Turkey Trot 5K

Thursday, Nov 28, 2024 at 10:00am
Burlington, IA
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Festival of Lessons and Carols

Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 at 7:00pm
First United Methodist Church
Burlington, IA
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Ducks Unlimited - Southeast Iowa Regional Raffle

Ducks Unlimited - Southeast Iowa Regional Raffle

Thursday, Dec 12, 2024 at 6:00pm
Oakville Grub and Pub
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Western IL Longspurs Virtual Raffle

Western IL Longspurs Virtual Raffle

Friday, Dec 20, 2024 at 4:00 PM
Roseville, IL
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Help the Yelp!

Help the Yelp!

Saturday, Dec 28, 2024 at 5:30 PM
Online, IA
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Calendar Guns IL

Calendar Guns IL

Friday, Jan 31, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Lomax, IL
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Mega Prize Raffle

Mega Prize Raffle

Saturday, Feb 15, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Lomax, IL
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Southeast Iowa Limbhangers, IA

Southeast Iowa Limbhangers, IA

Friday, Mar 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Burlington, IA
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Skunk River Raspy Cutters Gun Bash

Skunk River Raspy Cutters Gun Bash

Thursday, Apr 10, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Mt Pleasant, IA
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Edwards River Valley Limbhangers, IL

Edwards River Valley Limbhangers, IL

Friday, Aug 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Aledo, IL
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Shimek Strutters,IA

Shimek Strutters,IA

Saturday, Aug 23, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Keosauqua, IA
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