Roaming Raccoons, Mesmerizing Moon And Lazy Lake: IL In Photos

ILLINOIS — Take a look through this set of images from across Illinois. We're expecting many great opportunities for readers to get some memorable photographs this spring throughout the state.

To have your photo featured on Patch, send it to Eric DeGrechie at eric.degrechie@patch.com. We just ask that you make sure the photo you send is one you have taken personally, and allow Patch to use on all platforms. Include your name for credit and a brief description of the photo, including where it was taken.

Peg Donnellan took this one of an old restored Ford pickup on Main Street in Peotone.

Chip DeLorenzo captured this photo of Chris Arthurs, Naperville North High School defensive coordinator, firing up the troops before a senior night game against DeKalb.

Leaping Long Jumper, A Sailing Ship And Pelican Pod: IL In Photos

John Morello, of Plano, sent in this wonderful photo he took at Little Silver Lake. He said the lake, "provides an assortment of water craft for fishing and boating."

Tabitha Behning, of Joliet, took this great photo of the moon.

Thank you all for the beautiful photo submissions!