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Constructed by Native Americans 1,000 years ago and with a 200 foot wingspan, this is the only remaining thunderbird effigy mound left in the state of Illinois!

Short Walk: Hikers can access the mound from the Casper Bluff South Loop.

Gem Type: Prehistoric Site

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Jim Johannsen

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