My brother wants to go hiking on the Appalachian Trail. I want to get him some sort of hiking trip for his birthday. I've looked it up online and there a million websites, clubs, groups, etc... for the Appalachian Trail. Has anyone ever planned a hiking trip (either solo or meeting a group of...
Going for a short drive on Route 66. I've been down it a few times just for a day out. Does anyone know of any attractions that might be hidden or "off the beaten path" between Joliet and Pontiac, Illinois? I don't think there is much in that area, at least that I haven't already seen. Just...