Thought I'd share a fun event the media was informed of. We don't cover a whole lot of LaSalle County, but for those of you who live close or are up for a short road trip here is the info provided to us.
LaSalle, IL - Come to the grand opening of the LaSalle Canal Boat, slated for Saturday and Sunday, June 28 and 29. Book your reservations now to be among the first to ride in a canal boat on the I&M Canal in 75 years. Rides will be held 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Kicking off the grand opening weekend will be the boat christening on Friday, the 27th at 1 p.m. Then Saturday morning, the public boat rides begin, launching the boat's inaugural tour season.
As part of the celebration, I&M Canal historian and author Ron Vasile will present "19th Century Passenger Travel on the I&M Canal," a talk on the history of canal "packet" boats. The LaSalle Canal Boat is an authentic replica of an I&M Canal packet boat. The free talk will be held Sunday at noon and 2 p.m. at the new Lock 16 Visitor Center, 754 First Street. Enjoy light fare and refreshments, and browse through a variety of history-themed gifts while you're there.
Event details: June 28 and 29
One-hour, roundtrip rides at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. through October 31
Reservations encouraged: Call (815) 223-1851
Fares: Adults - $12
Seniors (65+) - $10
Youth 16 and under - $6
Children under 3 - Free
Family - 2 adults with 2 children under 16: $33
Group tours - $10 per person
Ticket pickup at Lock 16 Visitor Center. Visitor center hours 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily
History Talk: "19th Century Passenger Travel on the I&M Canal"
Noon and 2 p.m. June 29
Lock 16 Visitor Center
Presented by I&M Canal historian and author Ron Vasile
Reservations encouraged; seating is limited: Call (815) 223-1851
Admission: Free
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