September is Hometown Heroes Month at Long Hollow Canopy Tours
This September, Long Hollow Canopy Tours in Galena, IL is honoring the everyday heroes who keep our communities strong. From Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin, we’re inviting our neighbors in uniform and in service to experience the Midwest’s premier zipline tour and adventure park at a 20% weekday discount all month long.
If you live in the Tri-State area and have been looking for a new way to get outdoors, this is your chance to soar through the trees, take in breathtaking views, and share an unforgettable adventure with friends and family.
Who Qualifies for the Discount?
This special Hometown Heroes Month offer is available for Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin residents who are:
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Educators and school staff
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Police officers
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Firefighters
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EMS personnel
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Military service members (active, veteran, and reserve)
✨ Discount applies to the qualifying “hero” and up to three accompanying guests booked on the same tour/adventure.
Whether you want to bring your kids, your spouse, or your closest friends, everyone can join in on the adventure.
When Can You Adventure?
The Hometown Heroes offer is valid for weekday Zipline Tour or Adventure Park bookings throughout September 2025:
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Mondays
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Thursdays
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Fridays
⚠️ Please note: Labor Day (Monday, September 1st) is excluded from this offer. We are closed Tuesday and Wednesday each week.
👉 Simply book your adventure online using promo code HERO2025 at checkout. Then, present a valid ID showing your qualifying status at check-in.
Why Choose Long Hollow Canopy Tours?
Located just minutes from downtown Galena, IL, Long Hollow Canopy Tours takes you above the rolling hills of Northwest Illinois and through the treetops on unforgettable adventures. It’s the perfect day trip from:
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Dubuque, Iowa (just 20 minutes away)
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Madison, Wisconsin (90 minutes away)
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Chicago, Illinois (2.5-hours away)
Long Hollow Canopy Tours gives you two ways to experience adventure — and both are included in the Hometown Heroes Month promotion:
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6 ziplines stretching through the forest canopy
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A sky bridge high above the treetops
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A thrilling rappel to the forest floor
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Knowledgeable guides who make your adventure both safe and unforgettable
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Over 60 challenging elements set high in the trees
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Multiple difficulty levels, from beginner-friendly to extreme
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A self-paced experience where you choose your challenge
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Fun for both adults and kids looking to test their limits
Whether you want the thrill of flying through the forest or the satisfaction of conquering an aerial obstacle course, Long Hollow has an adventure for every hero.
Make It a Galena Getaway
Galena isn’t just famous for its canopy tours—it’s a destination filled with historic charm, unique shops, and local flavors. After your zipline adventure, stroll through Galena’s 19th-century Main Street, enjoy award-winning restaurants, or explore the area’s scenic trails.
If you’re visiting from Iowa, Wisconsin, or further locations in Illinois like Chicago, it’s the perfect excuse for a day trip or weekend getaway with adventure at the center.
Celebrate Heroes in the Tri-State Area
This September, Long Hollow Canopy Tours is proud to recognize the men and women who dedicate their lives to service and education. Whether you’re in uniform or standing at the front of a classroom, this is our way of saying “thank you.”
🎟️ Book your adventure, grab your crew, and experience the Midwest’s most exciting zipline canopy tour—for a hero’s price.