Check out some of these local, natural hotspots:
Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department
Constitution Trail Map
Funk's Grove
Illinois Department of Natural Resources Parks and Rec -There are a number of State Parks and Recreation Areas nearby for you to enjoy.
Mackinaw River Ecosystem Partnership
McLean County Parks and Rec – for information on hiking, biking, camping, fishing and other recreational opportunities in McLean County
Parklands Foundation
Town of Normal Parks and Recreation Department
There are two local farmers’ markets! One in Uptown Normal a short walk from campus and the other in Downtown Bloomington just a bus ride away.
Common Ground – This natural foods store stocks some local food items. So when the markets aren’t open, you still have options.
Downtown Bloomington Farmers' Market - On the Square at Main & Jefferson
The market is open on Saturdays 7:00am – 11:00am. It runs from mid May through the end of October. For more information contact: farmersmarket@downtownbloomington.org
Uptown Normal Farmers' Market – North Street at Constitution Trail
The market is open on Tuesday’s from 4:30pm – 6:30pm and runs from the beginning of June through the end of September. For more information contact: swesterdahl@normal.org
Check out some of the local thrift stores. It’s a recycled product so it’s better for the environment and your wallet. You can also find some crazy costume ideas.
Bromenn Thrift Shop - 1203 S Main St, Normal, IL - (309) 454-7074
Garb of Ages - 409 N Main St, Bloomington - (309) 828-3953
Goodwill Industries - 401 Greenbriar Dr, Normal, IL - (309) 451-1010
Mission Mart - 301 E Oakland Ave, Bloomington, IL - (309) 828-1530
Oldies But Goodies - 823 W Jefferson St, Bloomington - (309) 827-8232
Salvation Army Thrift Store - 409 W Washington St, Bloomington - (309) 828-2673
