Bolin Enterprises, Inc World's Largest Wind Chimes

With chimes suspended nearly 50 feet above the ground, the BEI wind chime is a sight to behold! The longest of five chimes is 42 feet long-almost double that of the past world record holder. The chimes sing gentle and deep as they strike the clapper, long gleaming lengths paying tribute to BEI's expertise in the pipeline industry. Stick around to visit the tea shop opening next door!

CITY: Casey

Paris City Bluebird Trail

Visit these scattered sites to witness the return of the bluebird to Illinois. The trail and Sycamore Golf Club are two links in the Transcontinental Bluebird Trail.

CITY: Paris

Twin Lakes Park

East lake - swimming, camping, boat dock, walking trail, primitive camping. West lake - fishing, picnic, large pavilion, shelter, fireworks, horseshoes, tent camping, trailer camping, permission by police for primitive camping.

CITY: Paris

Sycamore Hills Golf Club

This 18-hole, par 72 course features some water, elevation changes and mature greens.

CITY: Paris

Charleston Country Club

This country club features an 18-hole golf course.

CITY: Charleston

Bent Tree Country Club

This 18-hole, par 70 course is a challenge for players of all levels.

CITY: Charleston

Casey Country Club

This club features a nine-hole, par 35 golf course.

CITY: Casey

Fox Ridge State Park Campground

43 sites, electricity at each site, shower building, and shared water. Dump station. Reservations accepted.

CITY: Charleston

Arcola Camper Stop

30 campsites; 28 have water, 30 amp electric and cable TV. Restroom with showers. Sites are grass and gravel, flat and level.

CITY: Arcola

KOA Campground and Camper Sales

8-acre lake, some shade trees. 82 sites with three cabins, summer active.

CITY: Casey

Ironhorse Golf Course

Ironhorse features an 18-hole, par 72 course.

CITY: Tuscola

Lake Charleston

Enjoy the sparkling beauty of Lake Charleston, which features hiking and biking trails.

CITY: Charleston

Cherry Point Driving Range

Practice your swing at this driving range.

CITY: Chrisman

Hebron Hills Camping

Wooded camp ground, 2½-acre pond, trails, some cabins and full hook-up.

CITY: Oakland

Black Hawk Park

The city of Paris operates this property on Twin Lakes. Wander the trails to see plants and animals that live in the woods, on marshy land and on the lake. Special nesting boxes have brough bluebirds to the meadows.

CITY: Paris

Fox Ridge State Park

Campgrounds, recreation shelters, several miles of trails, fishing, and canoeing.

CITY: Charleston

Shady Crest Farm Market

Come visit this working Amish farm and apple orchard. They have a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables for sale, plus fresh honey, apple butter and maple syrup. A Deli filled with 15 different Country-Cured Meats & 24 different Cheeses is also available Monday - Saturday. While you're there, enjoy a hand-dipped ice cream cone. You can also find Fresh Baked Goods every Thursday - Saturday. Open year round.

CITY: Arthur

Lincoln-Prairie Grass Trail

two miles of paved surface and 10 miles of aggregate surface. Jogging, walking, equestrian riding and biking permitted.

CITY: Charleston

Lincoln Prarie Grass Trail

Ride your bike or walk from Charleston to Mattoon on the Lincoln Prairie Grass Trail.

CITY: Charleston

Norton Knolls Golf Course

Norton Knolls offers a nine-hole, par 34 course.

CITY: Oakland

Meadowview Golf Course

This 18-hole, par 72 course features moderate to gently rolling terrain, manicured greens, a full-service pro shop and a food court.

CITY: Mattoon

Charleston Putt-n-Swing

This family fun spot features an 18-hole miniature golf course and batting cages.

CITY: Charleston

Rogala Public Links

This nine-hole course is par 36/38.

CITY: Mattoon

Douglas-Hart Nature Center

Explore 70 acres of prairie, wetlands and forest habitat.The Visitor Center features interpretive exhibits, sensory displays and live critters, including a bird observation area.

CITY: Mattoon

Marydale Llamas

Come visit the quiet, curious and lovable llamas on this working farm.

CITY: Kansas

Moss Clydesdale Farm

This family raises and shows some of the largest horses in the world. Clydesdales once did the work of the farm, but now do most of their work in the show ring.

CITY: Paris

Red Bud Lane Iris Garden

Feast your eyes on the gardens of iris, hostas and day lillies. These bulbs and rhizomes are shipped all over the country. Please call before your visit.

CITY: Kansas

The Great Pumpkin Patch

Open from mid-September through October 31, The Great Pumpkin Patch features 300 varieties of pumpkins, squash and gourds from around the world, all grown on the farm. The beautiful grounds feature various mazes and gardens, farm animals, a u-pick pumpkin patch and the Homestead Bakery, offering fresh-baked goods. Live entertainment is presented on fall weekends.

CITY: Arthur

Handick's Ostrich Farm

Come face to face with the world's largest bird, the ostrich. Visit our shop to purchase this healthful meat and to get our favorite recipes.

CITY: Paris

Walnut Point State Park

State park with hunting, fishing, camping, hiking and picnicking. Concession stand and boat rental available.

CITY: Oakland

Amish Country Tours

A step on guide will accompany your tour of the Amish countryside. The tours will also include meals in Amish homes, and Amish home, buggy shop, dairy farm and woodworking tours. Additional highlights include an Amish museum, local attractions, restaurants, and accommodations.

CITY: Arcola