Category Archives: Outdoor Activities

Let’s Go: 5 Fun Activities in Oswego, Illinois

Oswego is located on the Fox River in Kendall County, Illinois. Some people may remember Oswego as having a town drag-strip from 1955-1979 that attracted muscle car racers from all over the Midwest. The drag-strip is now closed, but Oswego still races ahead with a boost in population growth and jobs. Oswego has a variety…

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Get Fresh Produce from Your Local Community at the Oswego Country Market

  OSWEGO COUNTRY MARKET SUNDAYS | JUNE 5-SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 | 9:00AM-1:00PM In this outdoor, open-air market, there are many local products to choose from, including fresh fruit, meats, eggs, artisan cheeses, specialty delicacies like baked goods & honey, and handmade things. Shop this outdoor market every Sunday from June through September for fresh cut…

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How to Enjoy the Summer Without Overheating: Fun Things to Do In Oswego

Wondering what to do this summer in Oswego? Go Outdoors Places to Roam In Oswego, the Fox Valley and up and down the river are connected by more than 40 miles of trails that are maintained by the Oswegoland Park District. Mountain bikers should check out Saw Wee Kee Park, where they can outfit themselves…

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4 of the Best Fall Events Happening in Oswego

Fall Events in Oswego Halloween House Decorating Contest Oct 21, 2021 Description Whether you like tricks or treats, we want to see your best Halloween House Decorating this fall. Register by 10/20 for your house to be included in the contest. Oswegoland Park District staff will visit each home between 6-9pm on 10/21 to evaluate…

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Farmers Markets Near Oswego for the Best Local Produce and Goods

Farmers Markets and summertime tend to go hand in hand, with many markets running through the fall. There’s something wonderful about fresh, local produce and handcrafted goods. Small businesses and farmers can showcase their products and services to the community, and it feels good to the consumer to know where their food came from. We…

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An Abundance of Outdoor Activities in Oswego Parks and the Fox River

Getting outside during summer is one of the greatest joys of the warm season here in Illinois, and here at Farmington Lakes, we want to share with you just how much we love the outdoors. While Lake Michigan may be close enough for a day trip, there is plenty of outdoor fun right here in…

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