Issuu

SUMMER FUN

Summer Fun Guide | Supplement to the Telegraph & Intelligencer

Day Trips

SPRINGFIELD, IL

SHAW NATURE RESERVE

The state’s capital is easily reached from the St. Louis metro area, a mere 90-minute trip. Attractions are rich in history with the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum and Library and the Old State Capitol Building.

Offers over 14 miles of trails where you can experience different landscapes, wildlife, and different fauna. Grab a picnic basket and enjoy the views.

HANNIBAL, MO This riverside town is the boyhood home of author Mark Twain.

Home of University of Missouri, includes great museums and art galleries alongside restaurants and nightlife.

MERAMEC CAVERNS

BONNE TERRE MINES

Rumoured to be the hideout for Jesse James, this stunning cavern is the oldest along Route 66.

The largest freshwater dive site in the USA. This underwater adventure is accessible either by diving or stay dry on a narrated tour or boat ride.

HERMANN, MO Full of German heritage and gorgeous wineries.

THE KATY TRAIL Whether walking or cycling the trails offer a beautiful adventure.

JOHNSON’S SHUT-INS This park was created by volcanic activity ages ago that has created pools, rapids and waterfalls ready for exploration.

GREAT RIVER ROAD

COLUMBIA, MO

ST. GENEVIEVE, MO A gorgeous French- colonial town. Take tours of historic homes or visit a French winery.

ST. CHARLES, MO Historic charm full of cultural sights, restaurants, and cute boutiques.

OZARK NATIONAL SCENIC RIVERWAYS Loads of swimming spots, hiking trails, and historic sites in the area.

A drive up from Alton along the Great River Road will provide WASHINGTON, MO stunning views of the Mississippi This town is known for all River. of it’s eating, shopping and wineries. Summer Fun Guide | Supplement to the Telegraph & Intelligencer

• ALTON FARMERS’ & ARTISANS’ MARKET – every Saturday from 8 am to noon at the corner of Landmarks Blvd. and Henry Street in Alton • THE LAND OF GOSHEN COMMUNITY MARKET – every Saturday from 8 am to noon in downtown Edwardsville • MARYVILLE FARMER’S MARKET – Thursdays from 5 to 7 pm at Fireman’s Park in Maryville • EAST GATE FARMER’S MARKET – Tuesdays from 3 to 7 pm at East Gate Plaza, East Alton • BETHALTO MARKET IN THE PARK – Sunday mornings from 9 to 1 Bethalto Central Park, Bethalto • MILLSTADT TOWNSHIP FARMERS’ MARKET – Fridays from 3 to 6 pm, 200 Veterans Drive, Millstadt • WOOD RIVER FARMERS MARKET – Thursdays 4 pm to dark, on the corner of Rt. 143 and 1st Street

Summer Fun Guide | Supplement to the Telegraph & Intelligencer

Pool safety essentials to live by A backyard pool can be a wonderful summer oasis. Swimming immediately cools people off on hot and humid days, and even provides thorough exercise that works many different muscles in the body. And summer revelers know that swimming and splashing in the pool is an entertaining activity for people of all ages. Though pools are great summer spaces, one downside of pool usage is the potential for drowning. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that, every year in the United States, there are an estimated 3,960 fatal unintentional drownings - an average of 11 drowning deaths per day. In addition, around 8,080 nonfatal drownings occur. It's important to note that many of these incidents are unrelated to pool usage, as boating and even bathtub accidents contribute to drowning as well. But a 2020

review of 2,213 unintentional immersion deaths and other water-related injury deaths in Canada by the Canadian Red Cross found that immersion deaths were most likely to occur when swimming and wading. Children ages one to four, males, and people with seizure disorders or other medical conditions like autism are among those at a higher risk for drowning. Pools are fun, but it's a great responsibility to keep all swimmers safe. The following are some pool safety measures to put into effect. · Keep water sanitary. Make sure pool water is chemically balanced so that it is comfortable to swim in and will not harbor any pathogens that can make swimmers ill. The pool equipment company Pahlen says the ideal water pH is 7.4 because that is the same as the pH in human eyes and mucous membranes, and it also supports

Summer Fun Guide | Supplement to the Telegraph & Intelligencer

good chlorine disinfection. The free chlorine content of a pool can range from 0.5 to 1.6 to keep it sanitary. A quality testing kit can help pool owners balance water. · Learn your local ordinances. Local ordinances will spell out which precautionary measures are required by law for people who have a backyard pool. These often include a fenced yard, a fence around inground pools that is at least four feet high, self-latching gates, and/or pool ladders that can be locked or closed when the pool isn't in use. · Rely on non-slip surfaces. The pool environment can be wet and slippery. Utilizing materials like non-slip deck surfaces or rougher concrete finishes around pools can help reduce some slips and falls. The pool resource Poolonomics says people should be instructed to avoid running near or around

the pool. · Inspect water returns and drains. PoolSafety.gov warns that hair, limbs, jewelry, or bathing suits can get stuck in a drain or suction opening in a pool or spa. Broken or missing drain covers should be replaced immediately and no swimming should occur until the issue is remedied. · Install other barriers. Barriers, alarms and pool covers can save lives and prevent access to pool water when the pool area is not in use. · Learn how to swim and perform CPR. Families can take swimming lessons to become better swimmers. Learning how to perform CPR on adults and children can save lives. Courses are available at many hospitals and community centers or through the Red Cross. Swimming pools are welcome additions to yards. Safety is vital when around water. 5

Summer Concerts • JULY 1 – Santana & Earth, Wind and Fire. Hollywood Casino Ampitheatre Maryland Heights, MO

• JULY 17 – Collective Soul & Switchfoot. Saint Louis Music Park – Maryland Heights, MO

• JULY 1 – Walker Hayes. Budweiser Brew House At Ballpark Village - St. Louis, MO

• JULY 20 – Mc Chris. Red Flag – St. Louis, MO

• JULY 2 – The Acacia Strain. Pop’s Nightclub and Concert Venue – East St. Louis • JULY 5 – Montley Crue, Def Leppard, Poison & Joan Jett and the Blackhearts. Busch Stadium – St. Louis, MO

• JULY 17 – Chase Atlantic. The Pageant – St. Louis, MO

• JULY 20 – Rob Zombie & Mudvayne. Hollywood Casino Ampitheatre – Maryland Heights, MO • JULY 21 – Brick and Mortar. Blueberry Hill Duck Room – St. Louis, MO

• JULY 24 – 5 Seconds of • JULY 5 – AJJ – Andrew Summer. St. Louis Music Park – Maryland Heights, MO Jackson Jihad. Delmar Hall – St. Louis, MO • JULY 27 – Tedeschi Trucks Band. Fabulous Fox Theatre • JULY 7 – Man Man. Old – St. Louis, MO Rock House – St. Louis, MO • JULY 8 – Lyle Lovett and His • JULY 27 – Giovannie and The Hired Guns. Off Large Band. Stifel Theatre – Broadway – St. Louis, MO St. Louis, MO • JULY 29 – Goo Goo Dolls. • JULY 9 – El Monstero & Saint Louis Music Park – Living Colour. Hollywood Maryland Heights, MO Casino Ampitheatre – • JULY 30 – Backstreet Maryland Heights, MO Boys. Hollywood Casino • JULY 9 – Josh A & Justin Ampitheatre – Maryland Heights, MO Stone. Off Broadway – St. Louis, MO • JULY 30 – The Sinatra Experience. Sheldon • JULY 15 – The Black Keys & Concert Hall – St. Louis, MO Band of Horses. Hollywood Casino Ampitheatre – Maryland Heights, MO • JULY 15 – Misplaced Religion. Blueberry Hill Duck Room – St. Louis, MO • JULY 16 – Shawn Mendes. Enterprise Center – St. Louis, MO • JULY 16 – Train, Jewel & Blues Traveler. Hollywood Casion Ampitheatre – Maryland Heights, MO 6

• JULY 31 – Big Time Rush. Hollywood Casino Ampitheatre – Maryland Heights, MO

• AUG. 2 – Crash Test Dummies. Delmar Hall – St. Louis, MO • AUG. 2 – Coin. The Pageant – St. Louis, MO • AUG. 5– Chris Brown & Lil Baby. Hollywood Casino Ampitheatre. – Maryland Heights, MO

• AUG. 5 – Bonnie Raitt. Fabulous Fox Theatre – St. Louis, MO

• AUG. 6 – OneRepublic & Needtobreathe. Hollywood Casino Ampitheatre – Maryland Heights, MO • AUG. 9 – Five for Fighting. The Pageant – St. Louis, MO • AUG. 10 – Andrew Bird & Iron and Wine. Chesterfield Ampitheatre – Chesterfield, MO • AUG. 10 – Machine Gun Kelly. Enterprise Center – St. Louis, MO • AUG. 12 – A Day to Remember. Saint Louis Music Park – Maryland Heights, MO

• AUG. 18 – Korn & Evanescence. Hollywood Casino Ampitheatre – Maryland Heights, MO

• AUG. 18 – ZZ Top. Saint Louis Music Park – Maryland Heights, MO • AUG. 18 – Chase Matthew. Delmar Hall – St. Louis, MO • AUG. 19 – Madman’s Diary – A Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne. Family Arena – Saint Charles, MO • AUG. 19 – Keith Urban. Hollywood Casino Ampitheatre – Maryland Heights, MO • AUG. 20 – Kid Rock & Foreigner. Hollywood Casino Ampitheatre – Maryland Heights, MO

• AUG. 12 – Zac Brown Band. Hollywood Casino Ampitheatre – Maryland Heights, MO

• AUG. 20 – Breakfast in America – Supertramp Tribute. The Pageant – St. Lous, MO

• AUG. 12 – Hanson. The Pageant – St. Louis, MO

• AUG. 21 – Alicia Keys. Saint Louis Music Park – Maryland Heights, MO

• AUG. 12 – City Morgue. Delmar Hall – St. Louis, MO • AUG. 13 – Incubus & Sublime with Rome. Hollywood Casino Ampitheatre – Maryland Heights, MO • AUG. 13 – Doobie. Delmar Hall – St. Louis, MO • AUG. 13 – Brian McKnight. Stifel Theatre – St. Louis, MO

• AUG. 21 – Boyz II Men. Liberty Bank Alton Ampitheater - Alton • AUG. 26 – Sammy Hagar and the Cirle & George Thorogood. Hollywood Casino Ampitheatre – Maryland Heights, MO • AUG. 27 – Morgan Wallen & Hardy. Hollywood Casino Ampitheatre – Maryland Heights, MO

• AUG. 14 – Fitz and The Tantrums & Andy Grammar. • AUG. 27 – Trick of the Tail. Delmar Hall – St. Louis, MO Saint Louis Music Park – Maryland Heights, MO • AUG. 28 – Jack White. Saint Louis Music Park – Maryland • AUG. 16 – Smile Empty Heights, MO Soul. Pop’s Nightclub and Concert Venue – East St. Louis

• AUG. 29 – IDKHOW. The Pageant – St. Louis, MO

Summer Fun Guide | Supplement to the Telegraph & Intelligencer

Illinois residents reminded to boat sober, wear life jackets this summer SHEPARD PRICE | DIGITAL REPORTER May 24, 2022

fort. Operating a boat under the influence is, in some ways, riskier than operating a motor vehicle under the influence, Lewis said. This week is National Safe between noon and 6 p.m. on In 2021, Illinois ConservaBoating Week, from May 21 Saturdays and Sundays between tion Police officers arrested 65 to 27. As part of the national June and August, according to boaters for operating under the event, held annually in the week boating accident reports, with influence, a 36% decrease from leading up to Memorial Day, the conditions usually clear with 2020. Four of the 16 boatIllinois Department of Natural good visibility, light winds and ing-related fatalities in Illinois in Resources conservation police calm waters. Most accidents 2021 involved alcohol or drug are reminding Illinois residents involve operators between the impairment and the other 12 to wear life jackets anytime ages of 20 and 40 who have they're on the water and to only more than 100 hours of boating who died were not wearing life operate boats while sober. experience but little or no class- jackets or vests. Illinois law requires that "Wearing a life jacket isn’t just room boating safety instruction. a reminder for everyone on a Accidents also usually involve personal floatation devices be available for each person aboard motorboat; it’s also important open motorboats cruising in a boat or other watercraft. for everyone who enjoys paddle a careless or reckless manner, Effective June 1, no person may sports, such as kayaks, canoes, culminating in a collision with operate a watercraft in the state and stand-up paddleboards," another boat, the state wrote. Illinois Conservation Police Lt. "Everyone enjoying the water- of Illinois unless everyone under Curt Lewis said in a statement. ways needs to make safety their the age of 13 on the deck or in In 2021, there were 93 repriority," Lewis stated. "Wearing a an open watercraft is wearing portable boating accidents on life jacket can save your life, and an approved and appropriately Illinois waters, which resulted staying sober while operating a sized PFD. The requirement does not in 28 injuries and 16 fatalities, boat is not only common sense, apply to people who are inside according to data from the it's the law." a cabin or below the top deck conservation police. That follows Officers strictly enforce laws 81 boating accidents with 21 regarding the operation of on a watercraft, or an anchored fatalities and 36 injuries in 2020. watercraft under the influence watercraft that is a platform for In 2019, there were 72 accidents for boat operators as part of swimming or diving, or aboard a with 14 fatalities and 42 injuries. the Illinois Conservation Police charter "passenger for hire" waMost accidents occur boating safety enforcement eftercraft with a licensed captain. Summer Fun Guide | Supplement to the Telegraph & Intelligencer

Illinois law requires everyone operating a personal watercraft or jet ski to wear a PFD. The most proactive action boaters can take to ensure their safety is to wear a Coast Guard-approved PFD of the appropriate size and in serviceable condition. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources offers free boating safety courses, taught by volunteer instructors and available throughout Illinois, that provide a review of boating laws and regulations as well as instruction on the safe and attentive operation of watercraft. Boaters of all ages are encouraged to take a safety course and anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 1998, must pass a course and have a valid Boating Safety Certificate to operate a motorboat with over 10 horsepower. Boating safety education is also required for people ages 12 to 17 to operate a motorboat. Shepard Price has a Master's degree in Journalism from the University of Texas and lives in St. Louis. They have been in journalism for more than four years. 7

Godfrey plans splash pad by July 4th DYLAN SUTTLES May 10, 2022

buying and installing a splash pad in Glazebrook Park with a budget not to exceed $480,000. Village officials hope to open On Tuesday Beran said there the new splash pad at Glazehave been no "hiccups in the brook Park in Godfrey by July process" and it appears the 4th. project will remain within the Godfrey Village Engineer Rich assigned budget. Beran on Tuesday said ground Once construction is comhas been broken for the splash plete, Godfrey Parks and Recrepad. The completion date, he ation Director Chris Logan will said, will be weather dependent. take charge of the splash pad. A "They've got about six weeks concessions stand for the splash worth of work," Beran said. pad was recently complete. In January, Godfrey village dylan.suttles@thetelegraph. board members approved com

Belk Park

Golf’s Best Buy.

For over 39 years, Belk Park Golf Course has been one of the premier Golf Courses in the State of Illinois. In 1953, the City of Wood River received a generous land donation from the Belk family of approximately 234 acres to create of an 18-holechampionship public golf course and park. Today, this estimated 12 million facility draws more than 50,000 visitors a year through numerous tournaments, open play & special events. It has been recognized as one of the most popular public golf courses in the St. Louis Metro area. In addition, the Course was the winner of Golf Digest’s “Places to Play-4 Star Award”.

Call For a Tee Time (618)251-3115 880 Belk Park Rd. Wood River

Check Out Our Driving Range And Work On Your Short Game On Our Putting Green. visit us for more information

www.belkpark.com

Summer Fun Guide | Supplement to the Telegraph & Intelligencer

How to make grilling healthier Summer is synonymous with many things, including family vacations and relaxing days at the beach. For foodies, perhaps nothing evokes the spirit of summer more effectively than grilled foods. Grilling is a beloved tradition, but it’s not necessarily the healthiest way to eat. Traditional backyard barbecue fare like hot dogs and hamburgers likely won’t make physicians’ hearts flutter, but there are ways to enjoy the flavor of grilling without compromising a nutritious diet. • Replace burgers and hot dogs with healthy proteins. The occasional hamburger or hot dog won’t do much damage, but people who regularly grill should skip these summertime staples and replace them with

healthy proteins. The American Heart Association reports that fish and skinless chicken breasts are healthy alternatives to hamburgers and hot dogs. Burger devotees can still enjoy their go-to grilled food, but replace ground beef with lean ground poultry, which contains less saturated fat than red meat. • Avoid overdoing it. Most people have overindulged at a backyard barbecue at one point or another. The relaxed, party-like atmosphere of the backyard barbecue makes it easy to snack on chips and other unhealthy fare before moving on to burgers and hot dogs. Hosts can do guests a favor by replacing snacks and sides like chips and potato salad with healthier fare like celery, fruit

salad or chickpea salad. Keep portions of grilled fare as close to a healthy size as possible. The AHA notes that a healthy portion of meat is around three ounces and no more than six ounces. • Create a salt-free rub. There’s no denying salt makes food more flavorful. But that flavor comes at a high cost. The health care experts Piedmont note that excessive amounts of salt can contribute to inflammation from fluid retention and increase a person’s risk for hypertension, or high blood pressure. Salt may be a go-to for many grilling enthusiasts, but it doesn’t have to be. A salt-free rub made with chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, and/or other spices is an effective and salt-free way

to add flavor to meat, chicken and fish. • Grill more vegetables. Grilled vegetables, whether they’re part of kebabs or simply grilled alongside the main course, add significant flavor and provide all the health benefits of veggies cooked in more traditional ways. The AHA notes that coating vegetables in a healthy oil like olive oil makes it easy to grill them directly over an open flame without sticking. Cooking in this way imparts that signature smoky, grilled flavor to vegetables. This summer, grilling can be as healthy as it is flavorful. All it takes is a few simple strategies to make the menu at your next backyard barbecue one any doctor would love.

Everything You YouNeed, Need, ForAnything Anything You You Everything You Everything Need, For Anything You For Need To Do.

Kubota’s full line of hardworking equipment has ahardworking proven reputation Kubota’s Kubota’s full full line line ofof hardworking equipment equipment has has aa proven prove for high-quality engineering,for versatility, powerengineering, and reliability.versatility, for high-quality high-quality engineering, versatility, power power and and rel re

Everything You Need, For Anything You Need To Do.

Kubota’s full line of hardworking equipment has a proven reputation ything rythingYou YouNeed, Need,For For Anything AnythingYou YouNeed NeedTo ToDo. Do. for high-quality engineering, versatility, power and reliability.

Everything You Need, For Anything You Need To Do. L Series Grand L Series SSV Series

RTV-X Series

Kubota’s Kubota’s full full line line ofof hardworking hardworking equipment equipment has has aa proven proven reputation reputation RTV-X RTV-X Series Series LL Series Kubota’s full line of hardworking equipment has aSeries proven reputation for for high-quality high-quality engineering, engineering, versatility, versatility, power power and and reliability. reliability. for high-quality engineering, versatility,INC. power and reliability. BLUFF EQUIPMENT,

Grand Grand LL Series Series

BLUFF BLUFFEQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT,INC. INC.

INTERSTATE 70 @ EXIT 30 POCAHONTAS, IL 62275 INTERSTATE70 70@ @EXIT EXIT30 30 618-654-5799 INTERSTATE

POCAHONTAS, POCAHONTAS,ILIL62275 62275 KubotaUSA.com 618-654-5799 618-654-5799 © Kubota Tractor Corporation, 2018

RTV-X Series

LL Series Series

L Series

Grand L Series

SSV Series

BLUFF EQUIPMENT, INC. L Series Grand L Series

SSV Series

Grand Grand LL Series Series

SSV SSV Series Series

INTERSTATE 70 @ EXIT 30 POCAHONTAS, IL 62275 INC. BLUFF EQUIPMENT, 618-654-5799 INTERSTATE 70 @ EXIT 30 INTERSTATE INTERSTATE70 70@ @EXIT EXIT30 30 POCAHONTAS, IL 62275 POCAHONTAS, POCAHONTAS,ILIL62275 62275 618-654-5799

BLUFF BLUFFEQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT,INC. INC. 618-654-5799 618-654-5799

Summer Fun Guide | Supplement to the Telegraph & Intelligencer

KubotaUSA.com

KubotaUSA.com KubotaUSA.com © Kubota Tractor Corporation, 2018

A cold concoction perfect for summer nights Summer is synonymous with many things. Vacations, warm weather and al fresco dining are part and parcel of many people’s summertime routines. Another beloved routine is enjoying a cold beverage on a warm summer evening. As summer breezes invite scores of people outside to relax on their patios, decks or balconies, a cold beverage can be just what’s needed to take such relaxing nights one step further. The following recipe for “Summer Cantaloupe” from Andrew Schloss’ “Homemade Liqueurs and Infused Spirits” (Storey Publishing) is easily whipped up and can go a long way toward making summer evenings especially sweet.

SUMMER CANTALOUPE Makes about 1 quart • 1 fifth (3 ¼ cups) 80-100 proof vodka • 4 cups cantaloupe chunks • 1 cup Simple Syrup (see below) • Finely grated zest of 2 lemons 1. Muddle the vodka, cantaloupe and lemon zest with a wooden spoon in a half-gallon jar. Stir to moisten everything. 2. Seal the jar and put it in a cool, dark cabinet until the liquid smells and tastes strongly of melon, four to seven days. 3. Strain the mixture with a mesh strainer into a clean quart jar. Do not push on the

solids to extract more liquid. 4. Stir in the Simple Syrup. 5. Seal and store in a cool, dark cabinet. Use within one year.

SIMPLE SYRUP Makes 3 cups • 2 ¼ cups water • 2 ¼ cups granulated cane sugar Mix the water and sugar in a small saucepan until the sugar is all moistened. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir to make sure the sugar is completely dissolved, then remove from the heat and let cool. Refrigerate for up to three months.

Explore the more than 135 miles of MCT Trails

mcttrails.org | trails@mct.org | XX @MCT Trails | 10

@mct_trails

Summer Fun Guide | Supplement to the Telegraph & Intelligencer

Bikeway Map S TA U N T O N

LIVINGSTON

M A D I S O N C O U N T Y, I L L I N O I S

NEW DOUGLAS

WORDEN

B E T H A LT O

A LT O N

HAMEL

EAST A LT O N

ALHAMBRA

WOOD RIVER ROXANA H A RT F O R D

SIUE

E D WA R D S V I L L E

GLEN CARBON

PONTOON GRANITE BEACH CITY

M A RY V I L L E

MARINE

Madison County Transit Trails MCT Bluff Trail TROY

MCT Confluence Trail MCT Goshen Trail MCT Ronald J. Foster Heritage Trail

MADISON VENICE

MCT Monarch Valley Trail MCT Nature Trail

COLLINSVILLE

MCT Nickel Plate Trail MCT Quercus Grove Trail MCT Riverbend Trail

S T. L O U I S , M O .

MCT Schoolhouse Trail MCT Silver Creek Trail O ’ FA L L O N

MCT Watershed Trail

To request a free pocket-sized trail map, email: trails@mct.org

Summer Fun Guide | Supplement to the Telegraph & Intelligencer

Beginner’s guide to kayaking Kayaking is a water sport that can be beneficial to the mind and body. Just about anyone willing to spend a day on the water can benefit from learning about kayaking and how to get started with this rewarding activity. The history of kayaking is interesting. The word “kayak” means “hunter’s boat,” and the Inuit used to rely on these small vessels to catch food by sneaking up on their prey from the water’s edge. Some people still hunt and fish from their kayaks, but many are happy to use them for sightseeing and exercising. “Paddlesports are increasing in popularity among Americans who desire to connect with the outdoors,” said Christine Fanning, executive director of The Outdoor Foundation. The Outdoor Foundation and The Coleman Company, Inc., found in a Special Report on Paddlesports that 21.7 million Americans enjoyed paddling on rivers, lakes, streams, and other waterways in 2014, the most 12

recent year for which data is available. Paddlesports include canoeing, rafting, kayaking, and stand-up paddling. Learning how to kayak does not involve a significant initial financial investment. The outdoor experts at REI say there’s a good chance a novice kayaker will not

lessons to hone their kayaking skills. Learning the proper technique can help people avoid strain on their neck and back and safeguard their arms from fatigue. Novices should practice on calm waters until their technique is honed. Lakes are a great

Just about anyone willing to spend a day on the water can benefit from learning about kayaking and how to get started with this rewarding activity. go out and buy a boat immediately. It’s important to first get a feel for the sport and then go from there. Although it’s not absolutely necessary, it’s recommended that novices take paddling

place to learn, as rivers and places with mild currents can overwhelm those new to the sport. One of the easiest ways to get introduced to kayaking is to go with an experienced paddler or

tour company. Such companies charge a set price for an excursion that will provide transportation to the drop site as well as the equipment needed for the voyage. Tours may include travel down several miles of a relatively calm waterway, allowing novice kayakers to get a feel for paddling and take in the scenery. Getting in and out of a kayak can be challenging for beginners. The resource Kayakpaddling.net offers helpful illustrations and animated tutorials about entering and exiting kayaks as well as paddling techniques and safety. Kayakers should bring some essentials along. A dry pack can keep electronics, food and equipment dry. Remember to wear sunscreen and a hat to keep safe from the sun. A life vest also is essential. Exercise, fresh air and enjoying the open water are just some of the many draws of kayaking.

Summer Fun Guide | Supplement to the Telegraph & Intelligencer

Who invented the banana split? (Plus other frosty facts) Ice cream aficionados enjoy it in many different forms — from cups to cones — but sundaes truly can be the ultimate treats. The impressive and often enormous “banana split” may be the king of all sundaes, with ice cream shops scooping them out in record numbers when the weather warms. Because banana splits are so large, they’re often the perfect desserts to share on date night. When taking a spoonful of banana split, some people may ponder where this sweet reward came from. As with many food origin stories, various people lay claim as the inventor of the banana split. A trusted historical

account points to Latrobe, Pa. as the home of the first banana split. Legend has it that Latrobe pharmacy owner David Strickler sliced a banana in two, added scoops of vanilla, chocolate and strawberry ice cream, three kinds of flavored toppings, and whipped cream in 1904. Strickler also enlisted the help of a glassmaker to create the first “banana boat” vessel to house his newfangled dessert. Other cities, including Boston and Wilmington, Ohio, also claim to be birthplaces of this beloved dessert. In fact, Wilmington holds fast to their banana split creation story and even hosts its annual Banana

Kids ages birth-12 years The Kick-off and Registration date is Monday, June 6, 2022. To register patron’s will use BeanStack.org or the BeanStack App. (don’t need the line that says what time it begins)

Highlights of this year’s program

Craft times, Performers, Story Times, Drop-in Game Days, Campfire Stories with Special Guests Speakers, and Weekly Prizes.

Locations

Mark Birmingham 402 State St. Alton, IL, 62002 (618) 462-8752

Summer Fun Guide | Supplement to the Telegraph & Intelligencer

The Hayner Public Library at Alton Square and The Hayner Public Library Down Town. Patrons that register between 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Monday, June 6, 2022 will be entered in a drawling for a prize basket!

When taking a spoonful of banana split, some people may ponder where this sweet reward came from Split Festival. Even though these dessert giants battled it out as banana split inventors, Walgreens pharmacy ultimately is credited with helping to make banana splits popular across the country after adopting the dish as the pharmacy’s signature dessert. There’s never a wrong time to enjoy a banana split, but they’re especially tempting in summer. Dig into these other fun banana split and ice cream facts. • The banana scientifically is classified as a berry because a berry must contain seeds inside the flesh and not

• • •

•

outside. Around 0.074 pounds of bananas per person per day are consumed in the United States. The first banana split cost 10 cents. That may seem like a bargain, but it was double the cost of other sundaes. Romans purportedly sent people into the mountains to collect snow that they flavored with fruits and juices to create an early version of ice cream. Around 50 percent of the volume of ice cream is air, which gives the dessert its light and creamy texture.

•

You’ll want to make your banana split with a ripe, yellow banana. A green banana starts out very starchy. As the fruit yellows, the starch turns into sugars. A traditional recipe for a banana split contains around 1,000 calories. Dairy Queen lists their banana split at 510 calories per serving. Banana splits are delectable desserts that may have originated in Pennsylvania, but are now known across the globe.

Viviano Heating & Air Conditioning has been a TRUSTED name in AIR CONDITIONER installation & service for DECADES. Expires 8/ 1/22

$ Our HVAC technicians are trained in servicing, maintaining, replacing and repairing any make, model or type of air conditioning system in your home or business.

618-345-7498 201 W. Main Street, Collinsville, IL www. VivianoAir.com

10.00 OFF

Clean & Check on one A/C Unit Restrictions apply. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Call for details. SUM-22

Summer Fun Guide | Supplement to the Telegraph & Intelligencer

RISTER’S

AUTOMOTIVE & TRANSMISSIONS

• Brakes • Every vehicle gets FREE 27 pt. • Shocks/Struts inspection with service • Cooling Systems • We specialize in complete • Oil Change vehicle maintenance and repair • Check Engine Light

$10 OFF

Any Service $100 or more expires 7/31/22

618-465-5591

Family owned & operated Serving the Community since 1991 Complete Auto Care