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Presenter urges clearer signage, kiosks and partnerships to boost Oglesby-area tourism
Summary
A tourism presenter recommended a targeted brochure campaign, volunteer kiosk adoption and clearer visitor signage to address missing information at state parks and river attractions near Oglesby. He flagged deteriorated kiosks, absent fishing-license details, and suggested partnering with DNR and local nonprofits.
A presenter speaking to local officials recommended a coordinated marketing push and sharper visitor-facing information to attract more visitors to Oglesby and nearby attractions. He said the outreach included printing 20,000 brochures (10,000 placed in hotels and 10,000 mailed) and urged communities to promote specific activities — not just park names — to persuade visitors to stay and spend locally.
The presenter said the brochure campaign emphasized top restaurants, shops and “must-do” activities and set selection criteria for featured businesses: strong third‑party reviews, year‑round hours, good curb appeal and uniqueness. “We want things…
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