The Great 2025 Road Trip- Day 1

Well, we are off on another one of our big adventures.  Where this time?  You will find out in real time right along with us.  We've planned and unplanned this trip at least seven times so far this year.  We only have a very loose plan at this point.  We packed up the car with camping and backpacking gear and took off.  Goal for today; Northern Illinois. 

Settled in at a site outside Utica IL.  Gorgeous day, easy drive. 

Tomorrow: Wisconsin bound for a return adventure from 2020.


Crossed 1 time zone
Miles driven: 422
Miles hiked: 0

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  1. SandyAugust 5, 2025 at 5:28 AM

    Looks like a good camp site with lots of privacy. 422 miles...when you get to be my age, that's a lot. We have to take breaks and move around...otherwise when we get to the destination we can't move to get out of the car, lol. Enjoy!
    Sandy's Space

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