A River Does Run Through It:  Lake Shelbyville The unofficial off-the-beaten path guide to Lake Shelbyville. The first ever book written about Lake Shelbyville in the heart of Illinois The Kaskaskia River runs through the heart of the Lake Shelbyville Recreation Area where you'll find something for everyone. Early pioneers followed the Kaskaskia River up from the Mississippi to settle alongside the Kickapoo Indians who originally lived in the area. In 1970 a section of the Kaskaskia was dammed to create the 11,200 acre Lake Shelbyville, spawning numerous recreation areas. Whether pitching a tent in a hike-in campground or snuggling under an Amish quilt in an elegant resort or relaxing at a bed-and-breakfast by night, visitors to the lake area spend the day hiking, hunting, fishing, swimming, boating, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, horseback riding, wildlife viewing, picnicking, windsurfing or golfing. Interpretive events and festivals occur throughout the year, including the annual Festival of Lights each Christmas, extending for miles around the lake via the Snowflake Trail, including the Snowflake cross-country/hiking trail. This year-round recreation area features state, federal and private recreation facilities and services. About the Author Photojournalist Judy Rosella Edwards grew up seven miles from Lake Shelbyville. She watched the damming of the Kaskaskia in the early seventies and was among the first to hike the trails, swim at the new beaches and camp with her family in this newly created recreation area. Her ancestors were among the first settlers on this section of Kaskaskia. Her father's family settled the now-defunct Sand Creek settlement on the eastern shores. Her mother and aunts spent their childhood on a dairy farm on the western shores -- now the Eagle Creek boat launch. About the Book In this guide, Edwards reveals the treasures of the Lake Shelbyville area. Whether you prefer fishing and hunting or wildlife viewing or just sitting around the campfire listening to the barred owls and coyotes on a warm summer evening, you're sure to find something of interest. This 54 page guide covers more than three dozen points of interest around Lake Shelbyville. Each location includes information about recreational opportunities, lodging, interesting historical information, contacts for reservations and other publications and a map. The guide is designed as a day-tour of the entire lake along with direct route information for outdoor enthusiasts wanting to make a beeline for a specific destination. A River Does Run Through It is available only by mail and each copy is signed by the author. Great gift idea! Make check or money order for $4.95 plus $3 shipping and handling payable to: EcoLitGy Communications 395 Heritage Drive Mackinaw IL 61755 Or buy the eBook version! Features color photos not found in the paper version -- and includes links to additional information. Clickable map. We also accept Phone Orders and Fax Orders!!