SNOWBIRDS AGAIN

We began our trek to Alabama earlier than other years to stay ahead of the snow predicted at home.  We have become "snowbirds", that is ... allergic to S-N-O-W!

Our first overnight was at Whittington Woods in southern Illinois.  It is a nice overnight stop as some sites are long enough you don't have to unhook your tow vehicle. Due to cold weather and storms in AR-TN-LA we decided to delay our trip for a few days.

We have stayed at this campground before but have never ventured into Benton, IL.  It is approximately five miles from the campground with a population of 7,100 residents.  The city is the county seat and has a downtown square on a round-about with antique shops, restaurants, and retail stores.