General Resort Blogs

Purchase a Valentine’s Day Gift Certificate Online Here >> We all know that we can give that special someone in our lives a gorgeous bouquet of flowers…or a heart-shaped box of chocolates…along with a card filled with a nice sentiment. Top it off with a nice dinner out and you’ve got the makings of a

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Weekend at Heartland Lodge this year! Enjoy ATV & UTV Trail Riding, Shed Hunting, 15-Station Sporting Clays Course, Hiking, Bonfires, Fishing and much more! On March 15th & 16th (Sat/Sun) we will be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day at the lodge with the following activities and promotions: $5 OFF ATV Day Pass-

Romantic Basket

Create that spark in your relationship with our Romantic Basket- perfect for your next couple’s getaway at the lodge! You can reserve one to be in your suite upon arrival to surprise your significant other! The romantic basket includes two wine glasses for enjoying our sparkling juice, fresh fruit, cheese and a sweet treat! (basket

Saint Patrick's Day Weekend Ride!

Celebrate President’s Day Weekend at Heartland Lodge this year! It’s the perfect way to cure cabin fever! Take advantage of the three-day weekend and enjoy ATV & UTV Trail Riding, Shed Hunting, 15-Station Sporting Clays Course, Hiking, Bonfires, Fishing and much more! On February 15th, 16th & 17th (Sat-Mon) we will be celebrating President’s Day

ATV Trails and Park in Illinois

In celebration of Father’s Day, we will be hosting a special Father’s Day ATV/ UTV riding event! Enjoy ATV Riding, Polaris UTV Rentals, 15-Station Sporting Clays Course, Hiking, Pistol Range, Bonfire and smore’s, Fishing and much more! On Saturday and Sunday June 14th & 15th we will be celebrating Father’s Day with the following special

“…by the chimney with care, in hopes that Saint Nicholas soon would be there.” We all know and love the classic poem “Twas the Night Before Christmas” by Clement C. Moore and it just wouldn’t be Christmas without hearing The Christmas Story at least once.

Christmas Lights Exterior Lodge

So, what are your plans for this winter? Did you get any really cool ‘outdoorsy’ gifts for Christmas…nice warm boots, a thick coat, or a fuzzy hat and gloves…that you need to try out? Did you get a new book (or two) that you just can’t wait to read? Or…did you get the PERFECT holiday

Cornhole Tournament Weekend

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the lodge with our first-ever cornhole tournament where all overnight guests can compete for fantastic prizes! Join us for a weekend full of fun, country gourmet meals and other outdoor recreational activities such as ATV Riding, Polaris UTV Rentals, Horseback Riding Trails, 15-Station Sporting Clays Course, Hiking, Bonfires,

Can you believe it’s already the first of October? If you’re like me,
each year at this time, you ask yourself “where has the year gone?” I don’t
know about you, but I am always adding things to my already busy calendar…and
this time of year is cer

ATV trail riding family reunion vacation

Last month I had the chance to try something I have never done before – go for an ATV ride.  Growing up in Chicago, ATV riding was just not something that was very commonplace.  And, even once I moved to Springfield, the opportunity just never really pres