Dog Friendly Winter Destinations in Illinois and Wisconsin (Skijoring, Snowshoeing, Hiking and more!)
Continuing our posts for National Dog Training Month, we thought it would be fun to highlight some of the great snowy trails you can visit in Illinois with your furry best friend by your side! Why leave your trusty sidekick at home when they could be having the time of their life running through the fresh powder, exploring the trails, and catching snowballs? Check out our picks for winter destinations in WI and IL where you can have fun with your pets and enjoy things like snowshoeing, skijoring, and more.
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If you’re looking for a unique and memorable vacation this winter, we’ve got the perfect place for you to explore. As far as winter wonderlands go, there’s simply no better than Apostle Islands Ice Caves in Wisconsin as a seasonal stop! The islands are always a popular destination for summer, but we daresay winter makes them even more special. Whether you’re a professional photographer or a smartphone shooter, a seasoned outdoor enthusiast or a casual tourist, you’ll find nothing short of sheer beauty at this destination. When the temperatures drop, the lake freezes over and the snow glistens on the surface, the caves overflow with the most magnificent icicles and ice formations, turning the Islands and caves into one of Wisconsin’s most breathtaking and magnificent landmarks.
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Did you know it’s National Train Your Dog Month? Here at Classic, we love being able to take our furry friends with us on our road trips and vacations. Before we hit the road, we practice acclimating them to the car, so they’ll be comfortable, happy, and calm on the journey. We also make sure to secure our pets to reduce and eliminate distracted driving, as well as keep them safe in the event of an unavoidable accident. On today’s blog, we’re going to share our favorite tips to acclimating your dog to being your road trip sidekick, and some suggestions for gear to keep ‘em comfy and belted safely. Check it out!
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Just because winter weather has arrived doesn’t mean you have to forgo enjoyment of the Great Outdoors! Today we’re sharing some fantastic places to check out the winter wildlife, in particular: birds. These beautiful nature parks, conservation areas, wildlife preservations, and hiking trails are perfect for winter birding. If you’re a wildlife or nature photographer, you’ll want to bring your best gear with you, too, to catch some incredible seasonal snapshots of migratory species.
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Winter weather is rolling in, and we’ve got a checklist of items that will keep you safe on the road during snowy, blustery, and icy conditions. We’ve covered some of these before in previous seasons’ posts, but it’s always good to have a refresher. Feel free to print out our checklist and do a thorough check of your vehicles. If you need support or to schedule a maintenance appointment, feel free to call our service center and we’ll help you get your car winter ready!
Today we’re sharing our local community calendar of events in Lake County and beyond. We’ve got everything from trivia nights to karaoke to distillery tours to light shows! Make new friends with like minded culinary interests at a cooking class. The new year is wide open ahead and full of possibilities! Try your hand at a paint night and learn a new creative skill. Join a Zumba class and test your rhythm. New year, new experiences! What doors will you open this year? Let’s find out!
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Out with the old, and in with the new! Let’s make 2024 the year we all resolve to become better car owners and stay on top of our vehicle maintenance schedules. Here’s some great tips to get you started on the right foot. These are six easy tips will get you started, but you’re welcome to share your own in the comments section on our social media, too!
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We’ve had one busy year here at Classic Auto Group, and we’re so excited to see what the next one brings. On today’s blog, we’re highlighting some wonderful local area celebrations in Lake County nearby for you and your favorite people to ring in 2024 together! You’ll find family friendly events for New Year’s Eve as well as some adults only events for a kid-free night. Got an event to recommend to us? Leave us a comment on our social media to share your shindig! Let’s celebrate in style together.
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Winter is officially here! It’s time to celebrate the Winter Solstice and appreciate the changing of seasons. While we’ve got plenty of fun ideas to embrace the winter weather and chilly temperatures in our vacation and road trip guides, we thought we’d shake things up a bit and add some more ways to celebrate the season. Today’s blog is all about exploring our connection to the great outdoors, as well as finding new ways to connect with our family and friends. Here are some warm, comforting ideas to try over the holiday break with your favorite people, or even to work on as a community project with the kids in your area. Plus, there’s some great last minute gift giving ideas (especially for the outdoorsy nature lovers on your list) with no shipping delays to worry about!
We love a good Summer vacation road trip, jam packed with opportunities to get in touch with nature and appreciate the great outdoors. There’s nothing quite like swimming, hiking, fishing, and boating with our friends and family. Until the winter hits and it becomes prime time season for snowy weather adventures, and we get to experience the thrill of jetting downhill on our skis and hitting the fresh powder on our snowboards!
Today, we’re going to share our picks for great winter weather getaways for skiing and snowboarding in nearby Michigan! While there are more than 40 different ski areas in the Great Lakes region of the state, we’re going to highlight our favorites to get you started. Planning a winter break vacation with your family and friends is a great way to beat the winter blues, too. Plus, gifting an experience and memory-making vacation is a wonderful alternative to traditional holiday gift giving.
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