‘Spirit of the Rock’ unites people to honor Starved Rock

Spiritual celebration will take place Sunday at newest venue

UTICA, Ill. — Starved Rock Lodge in Utica, Ill., will host a “Spirit of the Rock” event in which people from all walks of life will come together to give honor to the spirits of Starved Rock.

Gwen Bray, Bonnie Potthoff and Gerard Beach will lead a spiritual exploration, utilizing stories and native traditions. The sounds of flutes and drums will enhance the event.

The “Spirit of the Rock” will take place from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug.  12, 2012 at Fox Ridge, the newest venue located across from the lodge.

Dinner will follow from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the main dining room.

For more information or to make a reservation, call (815)220-7386.

Starved Rock Lodge is listed on the National Registry of historic places.

Nestled in the heart of Starved Rock State Park in Utica, it’s surrounded by more than 2,600 acres of dense forests, sandstone canyons, seasonal waterfalls, and hiking trails.

Starved Rock State Park, Lodge and Visitor Center attract over 2 million visitors per year.