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Public demand brings park improvements at Giant City
The Department of Conservation reports major upgrades across Illinois parks to handle crowds. New campgrounds at Cave-In Rock and Dixon Springs, expanded facilities at multiple sites, and enhanced water, power, sanitation, and lighting accompany new interpretive visitor centers at Giant City and Ferne Clyffe. Illinois Heritage Days will feature 55 events statewide with ecological and historical programming. For details, contact the Land and Historic Sites Division in Springfield.
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