Elliott Park — Attraction in Evanston Township

Although the Majesty of the crashing waves into the temporary winter wall of ice is mesmerizing, I highly recommend keeping one's distance as what is going on underfoot is not always apparent to the naked eye. Translation? Stay the F away from the water's edge or at least where you think it is because a lot of times you're way past it and one crevice or air bubble away from shedding off your mortal coil due to hypothermia...

Put this baby on the back of my bike and went to Bike the Ridge a couple of weeks back. Street was closed for about 6 hours to allow families and independent bikers to ride without fear of getting hit by reckless drivers. Was so much fun watching reactions of people, especially children, to this fake baby. Yes I know it's strange behavior but it's my way of trying to lighten the mood during these...

Awesome park with lots of green space for picnics. Love the trail with amazing views of the lake, beach, trees and the birds. Lots of benches along the trail to rest and enjoy the views. A plus is the playground located at Burnham Shores Park with swings and a sail boat structure that kids enjoy. Always a top choice if spending a day...