Regular date nights are a must for Cherokee and me.
Chris Marts 
Explore Garden of the Gods: A Guide to Shawnee National Forest
Garden of the Gods is a stunning rock formation in Shawnee National Forest with expansive views of Southern Illinois.
Visit Shawnee National Forest and Discover the Stone Face
We initially traveled to Shawnee National Forest in Southern Illinois to get our feet wet with a new camper. Aside from boondocking, we visited Shawnee to explore the beautiful Garden of the Gods.
Our First Camper Trip: Lessons from Shawnee National Forest
Our first trip with the camper took us to Shawnee National Forest in Southern Illinois.
Discover Big Thorn Farm: Unique Off-Grid Brewery in Illinois
In rural eastern Illinois lies a brewery unlike any other.