We have a great little get together every Fall in Bond County called the Ripson Bridge Festival. Built in 1895.
The bridge was the last "pony truss" bridge left in the county and was due for demolition at one point. Locals got together and saved the bridge. The town of Sorento purchased it and approx. 4 acres and made a small park out of it.
The festival proceeds keep this special place going each year that pass's.
It's a beautiful setting over Shoal Creek with music, food and crafts.
Come join us if possible.
DIRECTIONS: Approx. 8 miles north of Interstate 70 at exit 36 (Pocahontas, IL). Follow the signs. :)
Sunday 10/04/09 11:00am to 5:00pm

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Some of the activities of the day up my way at the Festival.

Looks like a nice fest.

Cool. Bet it was fun for everyone.
I need that sign. LOL

Well this looked to be a fun time! Thanks for posting pics of the event!

Cool. Bet it was fun for everyone.
I need that sign. LOL

I thought folks would get a kick out of that sign.

Well this looked to be a fun time! Thanks for posting pics of the event!

It's a neat little gathering every year Bob. Anyone can bring there instrument(s) and go up on stage and play. Bluegrass is what most folks play.


This is the location on the creek I have my wife dump me and the canoe off and I float it back to the house. It's a 8 hr float, longer if you fish along the way.