Collection spots in Illinois / Chicago area?

[jake7917]

I’m making a trip down to Chicago this week (currently there!) and I’m thinking of making a few stops to search for cool insects/beetles. Anyone know any good spots and cool species that are found around? Preferably collection friendly as my friend is from the area and getting into bugs

so far on my radar is Cotalpa, Tityus, click beetles, emerald euphoria, and American millipedes. Also interested in other cool bugs!

thanks!

 

[Dynastes]

I've been around Chicago but so much development, maybe there's a park somewhere with a few beetles. Love to see a good catch.