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Rend Lake Area Convention & Visitors Bureau

Enjoy the beautiful, scenic Rend Lake area. Rend Lake is a 19,000 acre lake in Franklin County, IL. Core Objectives:
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1/16/24
Rend Lake Area Tourism Council Commitment to Excellence

Mission Statement: The Rend Lake Area Tourism Council is dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences to every visitor and stakeholder. Our mission is to promote, enhance, and celebrate the unique natural and cultural assets of the Rend Lake Tourism Destination through innovative and sustainable tourism advertising and marketing p

rograms. Vision Statement: We envision a future where the Rend Lake area is recognized as a premier destination for tourism, known for its outstanding service quality, memorable experiences, and commitment to preserving the region’s natural beauty and heritage. Our Commitment to Quality: We pledge to continuously strive for excellence in all aspects of our services. This includes maintaining rigorous standards of program monitoring and evaluation, actively seeking and incorporating customer feedback, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Our team’s ongoing professional development ensures adherence to industry best practices and regulatory standards, solidifying our reputation as a leader in tourism excellence. Through these commitments, we aim to not only meet but exceed the expectations of our visitors, partners, and community, ensuring the Rend Lake area remains a cherished and vibrant destination for generations to come. Consistent Quality Assurance:
• Implement a robust monitoring and evaluation system for all
services and programs.
• Regularly assess performance against high-quality standards.

2. Active Engagement with Visitors:
• Systematically collect and analyze visitor feedback.
• Use insights to enhance visitor satisfaction and experiences.

3. Continuous Improvement and Innovation:
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and development.
• Implement innovative practices to stay ahead in the tourism
industry.

4. Staff Excellence and Development:
• Invest in continuous professional development of staff.
• Encourage knowledge sharing and best practice implementation.

5. Ethical and Sustainable Practices:
• Adhere to ethical standards and sustainable tourism practices.
• Promote environmental conservation and cultural preservation.

6. Community and Stakeholder Collaboration:
• Strengthen partnerships with local communities and stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively to boost the regional economy. By adhering to these principles and objectives, the Rend Lake Area Tourism Council reiterates its unwavering commitment to delivering excellence in every aspect of its operation, contributing significantly to the region's tourism appeal and sustainability. Respectfully-
The Rend Lake Area Tourism Council

Executive Director, Darby Beasley
Assistant Director, Jeremy Young

Board of Directors: President Steve Vercellino, Vice President Pat Hollada, Treasurer Kathy Crawford, Mark Kays, Jeff Jones, Brad Johnson, Rachel Gartner & Christie Sweely

10/03/2024

Come out and enjoy some delicious food at the Wine & Art Festival at Rend Lake. Saturday, October 12 from 11 am - 6 pm and Sunday, October 13 from Noon - 5 pm at the Rend Lake Event Center at 14967 Gun Creek Trail, Whittington, IL.

10/02/2024

A fan favorite and the closest cabins to the lake around! Rend Lake Cabins In The Woods. is 5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ experience from beginning to end! Come enjoy a beautiful Rend Lake Illinois vacation and take in the colors and the cool breeze at the cabins!!

NEW! Five bedroom vacation rental on a 2 acre pond will be available 2025.

09/29/2024

🌲🎣 What an Exciting Day! 🎣🌲

We are thrilled to share that our board president, Stephen Vercellino, attended the Hunting and Fishing Expo at John A. Logan College today! It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow outdoor enthusiasts and showcase the incredible recreational opportunities that the Rebd Lake area has to offer.

Our president engaged with attendees, shared insights about our mission, and highlighted the diverse activities available for hunters and anglers in our beautiful region. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello!

Together, we celebrate the great outdoors and promote the amazing experiences waiting for you in Rebd Lake. Happy hunting and fishing!

09/29/2024

🌟 Big Milestone Alert! 🌟

In just 90 days, we've gained 280 new followers, created 29 engaging posts, and received a fantastic 486 reactions! 🎉

A heartfelt THANK YOU to each and every one of you for your continued support. Your engagement and enthusiasm not only inspire us but also help promote the beauty and charm of the Rend Lake area.

This support means the world to us and strengthens our mission to make Rend Lake a premier destination for visitors. We're excited to keep sharing more adventures, events, and stories that highlight our wonderful area.

Here’s a breif summary of where we have been and the direction we are heading with the help of our Community and great visitors like all of you! If you ever have questions about the CVB don’t hesitate to reach out to us at (618) 435-4000 or [email protected].

“The Rend Lake Area Convention and Visitor’s Bureau (CVB) was established to
promote the diverse tourism opportunities
in and around Rend Lake, a 19,000-acre
reservoir surrounded by 20,000 acres of
public land. Located in Franklin County,
just 4 hours south of the Chicagoland
area, Rend Lake is truly a hidden gem of
Illinois, offering an abundance of
recreational activities such as fishing,
boating, camping, hiking, and wildlife
observation.

The CVB emerged from the Rend Lake
Area Tourism Council following a
successful certification process through
the Illinois Office of Tourism. This
certification allows us to access state
funding and expand our efforts to attract
visitors, conventions, and events to our
region.

Our mission is to highlight the natural
beauty, outdoor adventures, and unique
cultural experiences that make the Rend
Lake area a must-visit destination.
However, this wouldn't be possible without
the invaluable support of our lodging
partners and the strong community
backing from local municipalities,
governmental bodies, and nonprofit
organizations. Their collaboration ensures
that we can continue to grow tourism,
enhance the visitor experience, and drive
economic growth for Franklin County.

Through strategic marketing and
partnerships, we aim to support local
businesses, promote events, and make
the Rend Lake area a top destination in
Illinois.”

09/18/2024

Congratulations! 🐟🎣🏆🥇🏆

Lake D’arbonne in Farmerville, LA was the site for our 2024 National Championship. Beautiful weather greeted the anglers while pre-fishing for the tournament, but on the first day of the National Championship the weather turned to rain and it definitely played havoc on the teams fish patterns they...

09/17/2024

🍁Fall Festival-October 12th & 13th🍁

Bring the whole family out for this fun fall event! We will be having wagon rides, pony rides, bouncy houses, barrel train rides, and putt-putt golf all for $10/person. We also have a playground and basketball court for you to enjoy! We will have plenty of pumpkins available for purchase, and our café will be open for food, drinks, and desserts. All of the activities will be set up under the covered arena, so the best part is that this will be RAIN OR SHINE! We hope to see you and your family out here having lots of fun and enjoying the fall weather with us🍁

09/16/2024

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Beautiful Rend Lake in Franklin County, Illinois is a 19,000 acre lake with camping, boating, golf and more! 3 Followers.

09/15/2024

🏌️‍♂️ Plan your next tournament or conference at the RRend Lake Golf Complex! With 27 scenic holes, on-site dining, and convenient lodging, it’s the perfect place to mix business with pleasure. Enjoy top-notch golfing, great food, and comfortable accommodations all in one place! ⛳️

The Keller group enjoyed some golf AND shots yesterday! The rain held off and the day turned out great for the golfers.Hope you guys enjoyed your stay with us, it was great seeing you!

09/09/2024

Seasonal and Project closures at Rend Lake, contact the Rend Lake Project Office/ Visitor Center for more information.

BENTON, Ill. -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has announced the seasonal closing dates for several recreation areas at Rend Lake.

09/09/2024

This Saturday. Come Support the Rend Lake Car Show.

09/01/2024

🇺🇸 🎉🤩Happy Labor Day from the Rend Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau!

This Labor Day, we honor and celebrate the incredible contributions of all the hard-working individuals who keep our country running. A special thank you goes out to the amazing team at the Army Corps of Engineers Rend Lake Project Office/ Visitor Center for their tireless efforts in maintaining the beauty and safety of Rend Lake. Your dedication ensures that our lake remains a pristine destination for everyone to enjoy.

To all the laborers across every industry, we appreciate you today and every day. Enjoy this well-deserved day of rest and relaxation!

09/01/2024

Local The City of Sesser events happening in September.

Saturday, September 7

Enjoy the day in The City of Sesser

The Mill Testicle Festival 2024

ROPER ROMP (Benefit for Friends of Franklin County Animal Control)

EPIDEMIC @ The Chandelier Room

and, in our area:

Bubba's Too , City of Nason, Shrimp Festival

Make plans!

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08/23/2024

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08/21/2024

The Lake Area Convention & Visitors Bureau was thrilled to have County, Illinois be included in this years Downstate Illinois Coffee Trail! Our very own Sesser Illinois' Brewed on Broadway stepped up to bat and offered a gift certificate and one darn delicious cup of coffee if I do say so myself 🤩☕for any of the participants trying to navigate the great Illinois Coffee Trail! Be sure to take a nice fall drive around Rend Lake on your way to Brewed on Broadway starting September 1st!

☕ The 2024 Southern Illinois Coffee Trail Begins September 1st! ☕️

Coffee lovers, get ready for another captivating journey through the rich coffee culture of Southern Illinois! This year’s Coffee Trail features 55 coffee shops, each offering a unique experience and showcasing the diverse flavors that make our region a coffee connoisseur’s paradise.

📍 Unlock Exclusive Deals:
With your Coffee Trail passport or the Downstate IL app, unlock exclusive deals and discounts at every stop. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee beckons, inviting you to discover the true essence of Southern Illinois, one sip at a time.

📅 Trail Dates: September 1st – December 31st
Collect your stamps by visiting 8 or more stops and be rewarded with an exclusive prize! Show the barista your passport or app to get your stamp and qualify for the deal or discount (limit 1 per customer).

Passports will be available at all participating coffee shops on September 1st.

Trail sponsors include: Enjoy Illinois, Discover Downstate Illinois, Visit Effingham, Rend Lake Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau, and Visitsi

06/29/2022

Here's a recap of the S3DA Championship Tournament at Rend Lake. https://youtu.be/tMkofQjvdiA

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🌟 Big Milestone Alert! 🌟 In just 90 days, we've gained 280 new followers, created 29 engaging posts, and received a fantastic 486 reactions! 🎉 A heartfelt THANK YOU to each and every one of you for your continued support. Your engagement and enthusiasm not only inspire us but also help promote the beauty and charm of the Rend Lake area. This support means the world to us and strengthens our mission to make Rend Lake a premier destination for visitors. We're excited to keep sharing more adventures, events, and stories that highlight our wonderful area. Here’s a breif summary of where we have been and the direction we are heading with the help of our Community and great visitors like all of you! If you ever have questions about the CVB don’t hesitate to reach out to us at (618) 435-4000 or [email protected]. “The Rend Lake Area Convention and Visitor’s Bureau (CVB) was established to promote the diverse tourism opportunities in and around Rend Lake, a 19,000-acre reservoir surrounded by 20,000 acres of public land. Located in Franklin County, just 4 hours south of the Chicagoland area, Rend Lake is truly a hidden gem of Illinois, offering an abundance of recreational activities such as fishing, boating, camping, hiking, and wildlife observation. The CVB emerged from the Rend Lake Area Tourism Council following a successful certification process through the Illinois Office of Tourism. This certification allows us to access state funding and expand our efforts to attract visitors, conventions, and events to our region. Our mission is to highlight the natural beauty, outdoor adventures, and unique cultural experiences that make the Rend Lake area a must-visit destination. However, this wouldn't be possible without the invaluable support of our lodging partners and the strong community backing from local municipalities, governmental bodies, and nonprofit organizations. Their collaboration ensures that we can continue to grow tourism, enhance th

The Rend Lake Area Tourism Council got some photos at Wayne Fitzgerald State Park Illinois Department of Natural Resources and the Rend Lake Dam West Public Use Area Rend Lake Project Office/ Visitor Center. The colors were different tonight, what's did you see?

🌌☄️🌝🌚🌠This weekend, you can catch the Northern Lights right here in the Rend Lake Project Office/ Visitor Center area! Thanks to a big solar storm, the aurora borealis is putting on a show far south of its usual turf. These storms happen when the Sun throws out a bunch of solar wind and magnetic fields. When these hit Earth, they light up our sky in amazing colors. 📱📸🤳And here's a pro tip: use your phone camera to snap pictures. Phones today are great at taking pics in low light, and they can capture colors and details of the aurora that our eyes usually miss. Just tweak your camera settings to let in more light, and you’ll get some stunning shots to share! These were taken over the last hour all around Rend Lake! #illinoistourism #NorthernLights #AuroraBorealis #SolarStorm #NightSky #LightShow #NaturePhotography #IllinoisNature #SkyWatching #AuroraWatch #enjoyillinois #midwestmoment #discoverillinois

Thank you for your selfless and dedicated service to the Rend Lake area and to the community. While you cannot be replaced, you can inspire others to carry the torch of compassion and commitment that you both did.

Check out the new Lakehouse Camping in Benton Illinois! For now sites are primitive but offer spacious private sites on a private lake for fishing and canoeing, just minutes from Rend Lake access! For 2024 reservation information: [email protected] and follow along on their facebook Lakehouse Camping! The more happy campers the merrier at beautiful Rend Lake Illinois!

Rend Lake Tourism Council and WSIL TV’s Rachel Gardner talk Solar Eclipse Rend Lake 2024 events and more!

🌒✨ Behind the Scenes at Rend Lake: Eclipse Edition ✨🌘 Hey, Rend Lake explorers! While you’re gearing up for the celestial event of the year on April 8th, our dedicated team here at the Rend Lake Area Tourism Council is working overtime – yes, even on a Saturday! – to ensure everything is perfect for our upcoming Solar Eclipse Spectacular. 🚀🌌 In the spirit of preparation (and a bit of fun), we’ve all donned our stylish eclipse glasses a bit early! Because why wait for the main event to practice "vision safety"? 😎 Plus, it’s never too early to start looking cool, right? Remember, folks, safety never takes a day off – especially when it involves witnessing the awe-inspiring dance of the sun and moon. 🌞🌚 We can’t wait to share this once-in-a-lifetime experience with you. Stay tuned for more updates, and get ready for an event that’s sure to be out of this world! 🌍➡️🌑 #RendLakeEclipse #VisionSafetyFirst #EclipsePrep #SeeYouUnderTheSunShadow