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How To Navigate This Guide

• Please read all of the information below before diving into locations.
• If you don’t find something that you love here let us know and we will find more location options for you!
• To get started you will need to click on the cities/areas below.
• There are a few photos and a Google Map linked for you to be able to check the distance between the listed location and your home. You can also check out photos that people have posted to get an even better idea for the area. Simply click “View Larger Map” to see more.
• I recommend going through the locations and choosing 1 TOP choice and maybe 1-2 backup choices just in case that specific part of the park/area closes.

Session Information

Weather

If the forecast is showing 50% or higher for rain we will either look for indoor locations or reschedule the session.

Timing

I will touch base one week prior to your session to nail down the perfect start time for your session. This varies based on the time of year so it’s always best to nail it down one week prior!

Disclaimers

• Any locations mentioned within this document are ideas and suggestions only. I cannot guarantee the privacy, seclusion, aesthetic look, or logistical feasibility of any location. It is your responsibility to research and be aware of any and all current laws, rules, regulations, permits, and logistics (trail/road conditions and closures, snow, ice, weather, etc) regarding events, and to reserve locations and secure any permits necessary for the event or photographer. I do my best to vet permits, availability, and more before recommending locations, but regulations change constantly so be sure to do your own research. Images and descriptions used in this document are not all copyrighted/taken by Noelle Thies Co. Images and copy may be pulled from public resources such as Google, Instagram, Pinterest, online blogs, etc.

Locations

Chicago, IL

Suburbs - this page is still being worked on