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Wilderness is "an area where the Earth and its community of life are
untrammeled by man, where man himself is a visitor who does
not remain." Ripple Hollow contains a valuable mineral
called silica, which is owned by a private mining company.
Ripple Hollow also sees a lot of illegal ATV (all-terrain
vehicle use). Without official designation, Ripple Hollow
is at risk of losing its wild character.
Wildlife
Bobcat, wild turkey,
deer, beaver and many other animals reside among the area's
beautiful older growth trees and lovely spring flowers
Mississippi Kites and Bald Eagles
These
as well as many other birds can be seen soaring over the
Mississippi Valley. Bird watching is excellent in Ripple
Hollow because it is located along the Mississippi flyway.
Visitors enjoy scenic views of the valley from atop the area's
high ridge tops.
Illinois Wilderness Action Network
is working to protect Ripple Hollow as a federally designated Wilderness Area
you can help!