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The 4-3 Iowa State Cyclones return to the mat on Wednesday January 8th to take on #17 West Virginia in Morgantown West Virginia. The dual features 16 ranked wrestlers, with 5 total head to head ranked matches.  The match-up of the night takes place at 149 as its a battle of two top wrestlers.

History: Iowa State leads the series with 21 wins to 2 losses. Included in that run is a 6 match win streak enjoyed by the Cyclones.

Keys To Victory: Iowa State is favored in 7 of the 10 matches, They need to win those and hopefully pick up a win at 174 as well. West Virginia needs to win the 3 matches that favor them  and possibly pickup bonus points at 141, and 165.

125 Kysen Terukina #16   vs Jace Schafer

133 Osmany Diversent or Evan Frost #5 vs  Jett Strickenberger #18

141 Jacob Frost or Anthony Ecemendia vs  Jordan Titus #15

149 Carter Fousek or Anthony Ecemendia or Panerio Johnson vs Ty Watters #3 or Sam Hillegas

157 Cody Chittum #7 vs  Sasha Gavronsky

165 MJ Gaitan  vs Peyton Hall #3

174  Aiden Riggins  vs Brody Conley #23

184 Evan Bockman #14 vs Dennis Robin #24

197 Christian Carroll vs Austin Cooley or Rune Lawrence

285 Daniel Herrera or Yonger Bastida #4 vs Michael Wolfgram

Conclusion: I have Iowa State taking 7 of the 10 bouts, and picking up bonus points at 157. Taking a 23-10 victory over a tough West Virginia team. Lots of unknowns still exist for Iowa State, they are still dealing with injuries and a few wrestlers are shifting weight classes. It will be interesting to see how the dual takes shape.

This park is located in two areas on Lake Dardanelle, a 34,300-acre reservoir on the Arkansas River. The main site is in Russellville where you’ll find the Sport Fishing Weigh-in Pavilion, a fishing pier, swimming beach, boardwalk, trail, and visitor center with five aquariums, and the Lakeview Room meeting facility. Lake Dardanelle State Park is located at100 State Park Drive in Russellville, Arkansas. For more information, click here. 

Park interpreters lead a variety of programs and lake tours. There are 57 campsites in the Russellville area of the park (16 Class AAA, 14 Class AA, and 27 Class B) with 18 Class B sites in the Dardanelle area of the park. Pictures in this article are owned by the Arkansas Parks Service.

Lake Dardanelle State Park is a certified Trail of Tears National Historic Site. The Visitor Center, located on the Russellville side of the park, offers spectacular views of the river, along with exhibits that tell more of the removal story.

Lake Dardanelle State Park offers a mix of outdoor recreation, education, and conservation. The park is situated on the shores of Lake Dardanelle, a 34,000-acre lake that was created by the construction of the Arkansas River Navigation Channel. Visitors to the park can enjoy a variety of activities, including boating, fishing, and hiking.

One of the park’s most popular attractions is its visitor center, which offers interactive exhibits and a large aquarium featuring fish and other aquatic life from Lake Dardanelle. The park also offers guided lake tours, which provide information on the park’s history, geology, and wildlife. For those looking to enjoy the lake up close, the park features two fishing piers and a boat ramp. In addition, the park offers two sandy beaches, where visitors can soak up the sun and enjoy the scenic views. With its wide range of recreational activities and stunning natural beauty, Lake Dardanelle State Park is a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts in Arkansas.

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Serene wiregrass scenes and sacred ground shaped by the Indigenous community that once thrived at Kolomoki Mounds State Park nearly 2000 years ago continues to attract those wishing to experience the Lower Chattahoochee River Valley’s scenic and cultural legacy at the Civilian Conservation Corps built park that welcomes today’s visitor. The park is open daily from 7 am to 10 pm and is located at 205 Indian Mounds Road in Blakely, Georgia. For more information, click here.

This historically significant park is the oldest and largest Woodland Indian site in the southeastern United States, occupied by Native Americans from 350 to 900 C.E. Mound A is the largest Woodland-period platform mound in Eastern North America, standing 57-feet high, it dominates two smaller burial mounds and several ceremonial mounds. Pictures used in this article are owned by the Georgia Parks Department.

Kolomoki Mounds is also known for its wide range of outdoor activities. Two lakes provide fishing and boating, and a campground is nestled under hardwoods and pines. Hikers can choose from three scenic trails. The Spruce Pine Trail offers views of lakes Yohola and Kolomoki, while the Trillium Trail and White Oak Trail meander through the forest. Children will enjoy the playground, pedal boats and miniature golf.

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Marvel at the tallest cascading waterfall south of Atlanta at High Falls State Park, where you can revel in nostalgic recreational pastimes, investigate a rich cultural timeline and natural backdrop, while you throw a line in High Falls Lake which is recognized as one of the nation’s top family fishing destinations. High Falls State Park is located at 76 High Falls Park Drive in Jackson, Georgia! For more information, you can visit the parks official website, here.

Located northwest of Macon, High Falls State Park is named for tumbling cascades on the Towaliga River. Boat rental, ramps and fishing docks provide easy access to the park’s lake, known as one of Georgia’s top fishing spots for hybrid and white bass.

Overnight visitors can choose from a spacious campground or lakeside yurts, which are like canvas and wood tents. Each yurt features a small deck, picnic table and grill outside, plus furniture, electrical outlets and a ceiling fan inside. Pictures used in this article are owned by the Georgia Parks Department.

Visitors can hike along the river’s edge and through hilly forest to the remains of a hydroelectric power plant foundation. In the early 1800s, this area was a prosperous industrial town with several stores, a grist mill, cotton gin, blacksmith shop, shoe factory and hotel. High Falls fell from prosperity in the 1880s when a major railroad bypassed it. Today, the park is a popular camping destination and a relaxing side trip for travelers on I-75.

The park is 1,050 acres with a beautiful 650 acre lake. There are also 6 yurts, 106 tent sites, as well as trailer and RV sites! Popular activities enjoyed at the park include: Hiking, fishing, boating, mini golf, weddings, geocaching, and kayaking!

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Nestled on a serene street opposite a secluded golf course lies this tranquil retreat—a haven from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Relax in the private courtyard, or luxuriate in the indoor pool, hot tub, and spa room equipped with six full-size massage chairs. Guests of all ages can revel in the free play arcade. Entertainment and relaxation await you! This gorgeous vacation home is located in Rockford Illinois and you can check prices and availability, by clicking here.

This amazing property has 5 bedrooms and can sleep 16, with 10 beds and 3 bathrooms, this is the perfect place the entire family will enjoy.

Several features set this property apart from other vacation homes in the Midwest. First off, this property comes with its own indoor swimming pool! If that wasn’t enough, there is also a hot tub and sauna, a spa room with massage chairs, and even a private arcade with around 20 different games!

At the time of this publishing, its going for around $600 a night, but prices change from date to date. So don’t quote me on that price.  Remember I’m just a guest at these places and have no influence on pricing. You can check the price on their availability calendar, by clicking here.

This home has a perfect 5 star rating out of 88 reviews, and I would have to agree. Everything was clean and in proper working order. There is plenty of availability in the upcoming months, so book early to secure this gem for spring break! Be sure to mention that you saw this on Mainstream Adventures!!

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