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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    January 22, 2024

    Chicago has an impressive history with its fireboats. One of the most famous ones being the Fred A. Busse fireboat, a historic gem designed for the City of Chicago in 1936. Named after the 39th Mayor, this vessel, once the world's largest diesel-powered fireboat, was strategically crafted to navigate under the city's bridges for swift emergency responses. Equipped with four powerful water pumps, it could unleash 10,000 gallons per minute, reaching heights of 27 stories. Retired in 1981 after years of valiant service, the Fred A. Busse is often docked in this spot and stands as a testament to Chicago's firefighting legacy and maritime innovation.

      April 29, 2023

      We watched an exercise. Evacuation from a high-rise building. Very impressive.

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